2 weeks ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Buncombe County Schools under Title IX investigation

Probe is part of broader U.S. Department of Education review of school policies involving transgender students and Title IX enforcement

2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music, Perspectives, ZZZ App Top Stories

‘Footloose’ at Flat Rock Playhouse can boogie

You better cut loose, "Footloose," and head down to Flat Rock Playhouse, home of the dance-heavy musical from June 12–July 5. Read our review for more.

2 weeks ago in Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Reports of Westgate sale surface as UNC Health unveils plans for Asheville hospital

Business owners say tenants were notified of a sale while UNC Health pursues approval for a 92-bed facility nearby

2 weeks ago in Food & Drink, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Fork & Dagger: Asheville food truck serves incredible Cuban cuisine

Guajiro Cuban Comfort Food turns out exceptional sandwiches, pork platters and empanadas from its new home in Biltmore Village

2 weeks ago in Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Tickets now on sale for inaugural Biltmore Championship Asheville

The FedExCup Fall tournament at Cliffs at Walnut Cove will bring PGA TOUR players, premium fan experiences and free youth admission to Western North Carolina

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

New Yorkers are set to fete the Knicks with a ticker-tape parade

New York is celebrating the Knicks in classic style Thursday, throwing a ticker-tape parade for the team that brought home the NBA championship longed for by generations of fans.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Lil Nas X shares a video update after getting mental health care: ‘There’s less fear in my heart’

The musician Lil Nas X posted a moving video update to his Instagram on Wednesday morning. In the nearly three-minute clip, the artist — born Montero Lamar Hill — shared that he "has been in rehab for a few months," and since then, has returned home to both Atlanta, where he is from and his family lives, and Los Angeles, where he resides.

2 weeks ago in National

Springsteen, Bono and Stevie Wonder will help the Obamas open their presidential museum

Former President Barack Obama is getting a little help from his friends in celebrating the opening of his presidential museum in Chicago. The guestlist for Thursday's dedication ceremony includes Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Christina Aguilera and Bono, along with former Presidents Joe Biden, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton.

2 weeks ago in Sports

US Open off to a slow and foggy start at Shinnecock Hills

For all the concern at the U.S. Open about wind and Shinnecock Hills drying out, another weather issue popped up Thursday morning. Thirty minutes after it began, play was stopped by fog.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Sabrina Carpenter gets 5-year restraining order against man who kept trying to enter her home

A man who tried to get into pop star Sabrina Carpenter 's home more than a dozen times was ordered by a judge Wednesday to stay away from her for five years.

2 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Arthur’s remnants could trigger storms, heavy rain across Asheville area

Emergency officials say widespread outages are not expected, but residents should remain weather aware

2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Man charged with attempted murder after I-40 road-rage shooting

Authorities say the suspect was arrested on Tunnel Road after a June 10 shooting near Patton Cove Road in Asheville

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Local

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: June 19-21

The weekend lineup includes Juneteenth-related music in Pack Square Park, Father’s Day outings, mountain festivals, art markets and events in Asheville, Boone, Waynesville, Brevard and Sylva.

3 weeks ago in Community, Education, Lifestyle, Local, Native Advertising, ZZZ App Top Stories

‘It’s tough’: Local nonprofit reports countywide spike in youth need after Helene

Following Tropical Storm Helene and regional youth programming budget cuts, KL Training Solutions, a local youth enrichment nonprofit, has reported a massive increase in need among young people in Buncombe County.

3 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Wall Street staircase artist breaks down the steps behind the new mural

Dayna Walton, a Canton-based printmaker and muralist, is in the process of reimagining the Wall Street Steps, a staircase connecting Wall Street to Battery Park Lane in downtown Asheville. In our interview, Walton explained the steps behind painting the stairs.

3 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Family seeks answers after missing Asheville woman found dead

Rachael Tuck death investigation continues after body found in vacant unit at Pisgah View Apartments

3 weeks ago in HVAC System & Maintenance Expert, Local, Native Advertising

A homeowner’s guide to summer HVAC maintenance in Western North Carolina

MB HAYNES shares simple steps that can help your cooling system perform better during the hottest months of the year.

3 weeks ago in Business, Local

Best of Asheville voting opens for 2026 awards

Asheville-area residents can vote for local businesses, organizations and community leaders through July 1.

3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Asheville committee backs 1-year pause on data centers as city weighs regulations

Proposal would temporarily halt approvals while staff study impacts on power, water, noise and zoning rules for emerging technology use

3 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Asheville mayor says Costco project is ‘back on track’ after meeting with company officials

Mayor Esther Manheimer says she recently met with Costco representatives and is encouraged that plans for a proposed Asheville-area store are moving forward after the project was withdrawn earlier this year