Lifestyle
4 days ago in Lifestyle
How the rich pass on their wealth. And how you can too
Death and taxes may be inevitable. A big bill for your heirs is not. The rich have made an art of avoiding taxes and making sure their wealth passes down effortlessly to the next generation. But the tricks they use – to expedite payouts to heirs and avoid handing money to the government – can also work for people with far more modest estates.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
What to know about student loan repayment plans and collections
It's been a confusing time for people with student loans. Collections restarted, then were put on hold. At the same time, borrowers had to stay on top of changes to key forgiveness plans.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Why some women choose Galentines over Valentines. And how they might celebrate
Galentine's Day became a pop culture phenomenon with a 2010 episode of the TV comedy "Parks and Recreation" that celebrated female friendships around Valentine's Day. Amy Poehler's character, Leslie Knope, gathered her gal pals on Feb. 13.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Renters use ‘rent now, pay later’ services to manage monthly payments, but fees raise concerns
Rent can eat up an entire paycheck at the start of the month, so a growing number of renters are turning to a financial product that promises relief by letting them split the bill — for a price.
2 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Backyard vegetable gardens are healthy for people and the planet. Here’s how to start yours
If you want healthy food, experts say to eat what's local, organic and in-season. Those foods benefit the planet too, because they are less taxing on the soil and they don't travel as far. It doesn't get more local, organic and in-season than a backyard vegetable garden.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending
With caviar McNuggets and heart-shaped pizza, fast food chains hope to win Valentine’s diners
It's a tale as old as time, or at least as old as TikTok: chicken nuggets lovingly topped with a dab of caviar. McDonald's is embracing the trend this Valentine's Day with a limited-time McNugget Caviar kit. The free kit, which will be available on McNuggetCaviar.com on Feb. 10, pairs a one-ounce tin of Paramount's Siberian sturgeon caviar with a $25 McDonald's gift card to buy McNuggets.
3 weeks ago in Lifestyle
Where are those darn keys? Tricks for remembering where you put things
With a scarf dangling from your coat pocket and those gloves left behind at the coffee shop, there are simply more things to lose in winter. That's not counting your misplaced keys at home or those exasperated moments looking for your phone when you say, "I just had it!"
Sports
1 day ago in Sports
Norway wins its 17th gold medal, breaking record for most golds won in a single Winter Olympics
Johannes Dale-Skjevdal of Norway was the only biathlete to hit all 20 of his targets in the 15-kilometer mass start race Friday and skied his way to gold — Norway's 17th gold medal of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics — breaking the record for the most gold medals won by a nation at a single Winter Olympics.
United States wins 3rd Olympic gold in women’s hockey, beating Canada 2-1 on Megan Keller’s OT goal
A last Olympic goal for Hilary Knight, a gold medal-winning overtime one for Megan Keller, and the Americans cemented their reputation as one of the most dominant women's hockey teams to take the ice.
1 day ago in Sports
Warriors’ Stephen Curry to be re-evaluated in 10 days after 2nd MRI on knee
Golden State star Stephen Curry had a second MRI on his troublesome right knee that revealed no structural damage, although the two-time NBA MVP is expected to miss at least another five games before being re-evaluated.
1 day ago in Olympics, Sports, Trending
Alysa Liu dazzles to win figure skating gold, ending a 24-year Olympic drought for US women
The 20-year-old from the San Francisco Bay Area, who walked away from the sport before finding her way back again — and finding herself in the process — delivered the U.S. its first women's figure skating gold medal in 24 years.
2 days ago in Olympics, Sports
Mikaela Shiffrin remembers her late father after winning Olympic slalom gold
Mikaela Shiffrin stood atop the Olympic podium, looking almost in disbelief at the gold medal around her neck. The American skiing star hadn't simply won a slalom race...
2 days ago in Olympics, Sports
US defeats Sweden and Canada beats Czechia in OT to reach the semifinals at the Olympics
When the U.S. gave up a tying goal to Sweden with 91 seconds left in the quarterfinals at the Olympics, even the most seasoned players were on edge...
3 days ago in Sports
Kyrie Irving won’t play this season for the Mavericks as he continues recovery from knee injury
Kyrie Irving won't play this season as the star guard for the Dallas Mavericks continues his recovery from a knee injury sustained almost a year ago. The nine-time All-Star and the team made the announcement Wednesday, two days before the Mavericks return from the All-Star break.
News from 828NewsNOW
55 minutes ago in Lifestyle, Local, Outdoors
Hikes of WNC: Beaver Lake Perimeter Loop
One of the most popular outdoor recreation spots in town is Beaver Lake. The North Asheville lake features a 2 mile trail around its perimeter, a popular, simple and scenic walk for all ages.
1 hour ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors
At Green River Preserve, campers learn, explore in Blue Ridge Mountains
Cedar Mountain camp offers summer sessions, expeditions and school programs on 3,400 acres
3 hours ago in Local, Native Advertising
Garden camp in Asheville blends play, planting and purpose
The Educational Garden Project offers children outdoor learning, animal care and farm-to-table cooking experiences
5 hours ago in Local, Native Advertising
Odyssey ClayWorks brings art, education to Asheville community
Pottery studio offers classes, summer camps and programs for veterans and recovery participants
6 hours ago in Local
Best 2026 Summer Camps in Asheville and WNC: New Guide Helps Parents Plan Early
828newsNOW launches a searchable resource for families planning summer activities and early camp registration.
8 hours ago in Asheville History, Local, Native Advertising
Tombstone Tales: Gig Young’s shocking murder‑suicide and his grave in WNC
Gig Young’s rise, fall and violent final act still echo from Manhattan to the mountains, where he’s buried under his real name.
Music News
2 days ago in Music
U2’s new music honors Renee Good and draws inspiration from world events
U2 is returning with its first collection of new songs in nearly a decade, opening with a tribute to Renee Good...
2 days ago in Music
A rare Paul McCartney and Wings trove heads to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer
A collection of Paul McCartney instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos and tour memorabilia will be part of an exhibit at...
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