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3 weeks ago
Highlights from the Grove Park Inn Gingerbread House Competition
The annual National Gingerbread House Competition has returned to the Omni Grove Park Inn for another year of stellar sugary sculptures. The gingerbread houses are on display for free at the Grove Park Inn, where they will remain until Jan. 4, 2026.
3 weeks ago
Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Dec. 19-21
Looking for weekend plans? From winter solstice celebrations to a Grinch brunch to a town-wide bar crawl, we have you covered.
3 weeks ago
White Horse kicks off family movie series with ‘Frozen,’ ‘The Princess Bride’
White Horse Black Mountain, a nonprofit music venue located in the heart of Black Mountain, N.C., has launched a new family movie series called "Sunday Funday Movie Features."
3 weeks ago
‘Big Fish,’ small pond: New indie bookstore blooms in Weaverville
Lindsay Johnson has wanted to open a bookstore since she was five years old. With Willbloom Books, a pop-up bookstore based in Weaverville, N.C., her wish has come true.
3 weeks ago
Fork & Dagger: Lost in the language? Jargon speaks fluently in flavor
Despite its intimidating name, this West Asheville restaurant delivers a cozy vibe, inventive cocktails and memorable plates
4 weeks ago
Teen drug use remains low, but survey finds small rise in heroin and cocaine use
Teen use of alcohol, nicotine and marijuana remains at record lows, according to national survey results released Wednesday.
4 weeks ago
Coverfest V: 12 local bands to perform their favorite covers at AMS benefit
Next month, The Grey Eagle will host the fifth annual Coverfest, a musical fundraiser for Asheville Middle School's 8th grade trip to Washington, D.C.
4 weeks ago
Maximalism is back in cocktails with bold colors and flavors
After years of minimalist, pared-back drinks, maximalism is back. Drinkers are looking for more than just a simple serve, and bartenders are dreaming up bold color palettes, layered flavors, oversize garnishes, theatrical glassware and playful twists on classic drinks.
4 weeks ago
Threequel ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ is a lukewarm rehash – 828reviewsNOW
When "Avatar: The Way of Water" was released in 2022, it had been 13 years since James Cameron's revolutionary sci-fi epic first hit the scene. "Avatar: Fire and Ash," meanwhile, comes soaring into cinemas this weekend just three years after its predecessor, and this time, it feels a little less special. Read our full review.
4 weeks ago
Americans like artificial Christmas trees even though few are made in US and prices are up
Tariffs shone a twinkling light this year on fake Christmas trees — and the extent to which America depends on other countries for its plastic fir trees.
4 weeks ago
Rob Reiner dies at 78: Tribute to the ‘When Harry Met Sally…’ director
On Dec. 14, 2025, acclaimed actor and director Rob Reiner, 78, and his wife, photographer and producer Michele Reiner, 68, were found dead in their Los Angeles home. Though details are still emerging about the manner of their death, one thing is certain: the world is a better place for their time on it.
4 weeks ago
Charity to donate hot meals, winter clothes to Candler families today
The Zakat Foundation of America, a Chicago-based humanitarian charity, will distribute hot meals, winter clothing and more to families in need at 5 p.m. today, Monday, Dec. 15 at 12 Hilltop Dr. in Candler.
4 weeks ago
Older adults may struggle to learn a new language but classes are a worthwhile exercise
A large study published by the science journal Nature Aging in November suggests that speaking multiple languages protects against more rapid brain aging, and that the effect increases with the number of languages.
4 weeks ago
Top 5 animated movies of 2025 – 828reviewsNOW
As the year winds to a close, 828reviewsNOW takes a look at the best movies of 2025. First things first: from gory sci-fi spectacles to French-language indies, we draw up a list of the year’s best animated features.
1 month ago
Experts share their top tips to save money this holiday season
From gifts to travel plans to grocery shopping, costs can pile up and become overwhelming, especially in a difficult economic environment. Holiday shopping can bring joy, but it's important to stick to a budget and avoid going into debt, said shopping expert Trae Bodge.
