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2 weeks ago
Fork & Dagger: Cornerstone still reigns as Asheville’s go-to diner
From towering omelets to the city’s best Bloody Mary, the Tunnel Road staple blends nostalgia, Southern hospitality and a menu big enough for any craving
2 weeks ago
Charli XCX mockumentary ‘The Moment’ isn’t ‘Spinal Tap’ – 828reviewsNOW
...but it is a ton of neon, flashing fun. Read our review of the A24-produced pop star portrait below.
2 weeks ago
Hendersonville mountain music festival rambles to town
Later this month, The Winter Ramble, a traditional Appalachian mountain music festival, will be held at venues across Henderson County. Several performances will be free to attend.
2 weeks ago
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.
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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
Grove Arcade invites Asheville out for Valentine’s Day soirée
Grove Arcade, the romantic old shopping center in the heart of downtown Asheville, will host an evening event for the community this Valentine's Day.
2 weeks ago
Simple Valentine’s Day treats to make together
This Valentine's Day, get romantic in the kitchen with a couple of cute and easy-to-make treats.
2 weeks ago
RAD gets romantic with Art Lover’s Stroll event
The River Arts District will host several Valentine's Day festivities this weekend at the Art Lover's Stroll, the latest event in the Second Saturday Art Stroll series.
2 weeks ago
2nd annual WNC Pizza Week is slinging 7 days of specialty pies
Local food writer Stu Helm has partnered with a plethora of local pizzerias for the second annual WNC Pizza Week, a regional celebration of all things 'za.
2 weeks ago
City sets schedule for South Slope Mardi Gras parade
The Asheville Mardi Gras parade will bring beads and merriment to the South Slope district of downtown Asheville this weekend. Street closures should be expected for most of Sunday afternoon.
2 weeks ago
Love, lumber and what comes next for Echoes of the Forest
Echoes of the Forest has been working to transform fallen trees into reflective public artwork after the destruction caused by Tropical Storm Helene in September 2024. This Valentine's Day, the project will unveil their latest wooden masterpiece at the North Carolina Arboretum, while other works are soon to follow.
2 weeks ago
People at Work: Inside Buncombe County’s crime scene lab
Investigator Anna Garrett describes the science, stress and realities behind forensics
2 weeks ago
3 new movies to see, stream or skip in February 2026 – 828reviewsNOW
This February, we review a zany new sci-fi adventure from the director of "Pirates of the Caribbean," an Oscar-nominated documentary about senior opera singers and the concluding installment of a horror movie trilogy. Which should you see, stream or skip? Find out in our review.
3 weeks ago
Hikes of WNC: Beaucatcher Mountain Trail
Beaucatcher Mountain Trail is a popular hiking spot just outside of downtown Asheville. The network of branching trails is located behind Memorial Stadium and McCormick Field, making the hike a perfect outing for tourists and Tourists alike.
3 weeks ago
Asheville Art Museum spotlights 70 years of American Impressionism in new gallery
Asheville Art Museum is partnering with Bank of America to bring a bank of American masterpieces to the heart of downtown Asheville. A new exhibit, "In a New Light: American Impressionism 1870-1940," collecting over 120 works from the Bank of America Collection, will open Feb. 7 and continue through June 29, 2026.
3 weeks ago
The well-meaning ‘Whistle’ is a bit of a whiff – 828reviewsNOW
We wouldn't say that "Whistle" blows, but it definitely doesn't sing. Corin Hardy's horror flick is a love song to its genre, but too much of a clunky retread of other "death curse" flicks to feel fresh. Read more in our review.
3 weeks ago
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.
3 weeks ago
N.C. Arboretum gets a Little Crafty with nature-based market
Following in the footsteps of the recent "Trolls: A Field Study" exhibit and partnering with the organizers behind The Big Crafty, the North Carolina Arboretum will host The Little Crafty, a nature-based craft show, this weekend.
3 weeks ago
Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Feb. 6-8
This weekend, check out a play for Black History Month, have ice cream for breakfast or cheer for a puppy before the Super Bowl.
3 weeks ago
Fork & Dagger: Character Study turns literature into liquid art
West Asheville bar transforms famous titles into thoughtful, well-crafted cocktails
