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12 hours ago

Strangeville: Before Enka, Candler or Enka-Candler, there was Scratch Ankle

The land around Enka Commerce Park, home to the famed Enka Clock Tower, used to be known as Scratch Ankle, N.C.

12 hours ago

Flood warning, wind advisory issued for Asheville area

Minor flooding expected near Blantyre while gusty winds and snow affect higher elevations

22 hours ago

Hikes of WNC: Bakers Mountain Loop

Bakers Mountain Loop is a 2.2 mile looping trail located inside of Bakers Mountain Park outside of Hickory, N.C. Well-maintained, clearly marked and lovingly detailed, the hike is a fun, moderate climb to a great mountain view.

2 days ago

Tombstone Tales: A uniquely Appalachian Monument in Haywood County

A 1936 burial reflects a Western North Carolina tradition of handmade memorials.

2 days ago

Crash closes lane on I-26 near Asheville

Left lane shut down near Haywood Road as crews work to clear highway

2 days ago

Thermo Fisher to end operations at Weaverville site

The North Carolina Department of Commerce said the closure was expected to impact 421 employees

Smoke seen rising from Riverside Stump Dump

2 days ago

Smoke blankets Riverside Drive area in Asheville

Smoke seen rising from Riverside Stump Dump; cause not yet confirmed

FILE- Tractor-trailers move cargo out of the Port of Savannah in Savannah, Ga., Jan. 30, 2018. (AP Photo/Stephen B. Morton, File)

3 days ago

NC may lose $50M in federal funds over commercial licenses

U.S. Transportation Department says state must revoke improperly issued licenses to immigrants or risk penalties

3 days ago

Heavy rain, wind precede sharp cooldown in Asheville area

Cold front expected to bring blustery, near-normal winter temperatures by Sunday

Protesters march through downtown Asheville, N.C., on Wednesday, Jan. 8, during a demonstration opposing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), following reports of a fatal shooting involving an ICE agent in Minneapolis. (Photo credit: James Burns)

3 days ago

Asheville joins nationwide protests over ICE shooting

Hundreds march downtown following fatal shooting of Minnesota woman

3 days ago

‘People We Meet on Vacation’ is more jet lag than romcom – 828reviewsNOW

The first big romantic comedy of 2026 has arrived. "People We Meet on Vacation," adapted from the bestselling novel of the same name by Emily Henry and starring Emily Bader and Tom Blyth, will begin streaming on Netflix on Friday, Jan. 9. Read our review.

3 days ago

Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Jan. 9-11

Hunting for weekend plans? Look no further. We've got you covered with our Asheville activity guide, featuring music, movies and Christmas tree burn parties.

3 days ago

‘Caverns of Gold’ organizers to play Orange Peel benefit for ABCCM

"Caverns of Gold: A Benefit for WNC Hurricane Relief" was one of the biggest benefit albums to come out of Tropical Storm Helene recovery efforts. This weekend, four "Caverns of Gold" bands will play a benefit show in the spirit of the album.

3 days ago

‘Fancy’ Biltmore Village McDonald’s celebrates grand reopening

The "fancy" Biltmore Village McDonald's, beloved for its Biltmore-style design and flourishes like a self-playing piano, celebrated its grand reopening after Tropical Storm Helene with community leaders, Asheville High School pep and even an appearance from Grimace, the fast food franchise's purple mascot.

4 days ago

Rain, wind and falling temperatures headed for Asheville area

Heavy rain likely Friday night into Saturday, with strong winds and cooler air Sunday

This photo provided by the Noquisi Initiative shows the Noquisiyi Mound on Oct. 16, 2020, in Franklin, N.C. (Elaine Eisenbraun/Noquisi Initiative via AP)

4 days ago

A town in NC is returning land to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians

Site of deep spiritual and historical significance has been outside tribal control for nearly 200 years

4 days ago

Buncombe County adopts new formula for public school funding

Commissioners also hear reports on measles cases, tourism and a rezoning request

4 days ago

Fork & Dagger: Why everyone’s talking about Juancho’s Fonda

Small South Asheville space delivers big flavor, turning first-time diners into instant fans

4 days ago

Asheville planners delay vote on proposed Costco

Applicant seeks more time for site studies, design revisions

4 days ago

Enka eateries: 2 new dining spots open in Enka-Candler

Two new eateries, Ocha Thai and Scratch Ankle Fillin' Station, have opened within one month and a half-mile of each other on Smokey Park Highway in Enka-Candler, N.C.

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2 days ago in Lifestyle

A taste of nature can provide balance and calm during the workday

The crisp crinkle of fallen leaves beneath your feet. The swish and trickle of water moving through a stream. A breath of crisp, fresh air. Spending time in nature can be invigorating or produce feelings of peace and calm.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

Judge dismisses Salt-N-Pepa’s lawsuit to reclaim master recordings from Universal Music Group

U.S. District Judge Denise Cote on Thursday sided with the recording giant, arguing that the Grammy-winning group never owned the copyrights to their sound recordings and didn't transfer them to anyone else.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman sells for $15 million

A rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman and also was once stolen from the home of actor Nicolas Cage has been sold for a record $15 million.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Sarah Jessica Parker gets Golden Globes’ Carol Burnett Award and Helen Mirren gets DeMille prize

Matthew Broderick presented his wife of nearly 30 years Sarah Jessica Parker with the Golden Globes'Carol Burnett Award for a life of achievement in television at Golden Eve, a ceremony that also added Helen Mirren to the list of legends that have won the Cecil B. DeMille Award.

2 days ago in Entertainment

David Bowie’s childhood home in London is set to open to the public next year

David Bowie's bedroom could soon be London's newest tourist attraction. The house where the musician grew from suburban schoolboy to rock 'n' roll starman has been bought by a charity that plans to open it to the public.

2 days ago in National

Protests over federal enforcement operations after shootings in Minneapolis and Portland

As anger and outrage spilled out onto Minneapolis' streets over the fatal shooting of a woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer, a new shooting by federal officers in Oregon left two people wounded, sparked additional protests and elicited more scrutiny of enforcement operations across the U.S.

3 days ago in National

Minnesota must play a role in the investigation into Renee Good’s killing by ICE, governor says

The state of Minnesota must play a role in investigating the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer, Gov. Tim Walz insisted Thursday, pushing back against the Trump administration's decision to keep the investigation solely in federal hands.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

Mobility exercises are an important part of fitness as we age. Here are some tips

As they age, it's not uncommon for many people to let out a muted groan when getting out of bed in the morning. But if you "oof" every time you get in a car or "aargh" while bending over to pick up something, it may be time to prioritize exercises that target your mobility.

4 days ago in Entertainment

Live-action ‘Tangled’ will star Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim as Rapunzel and Flynn Rider

Disney will let down Rapunzel's lengthy hair once again. Walt Disney Pictures said Wednesday its live-action adaptation of "Tangled" will star Teagan Croft and Milo Manheim in the lead roles of Rapunzel and Flynn Rider.

4 days ago in National

Senate considers limiting Trump’s war powers after Venezuela raid

The Senate is expected to vote on a resolution Thursday that would limit President Donald Trump's ability to conduct further attacks against Venezuela, setting up a test for his expanding ambitions in the Western Hemisphere.

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