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Stronger Through Water: Devil’s Foot unveils second Helene benefit beverage
In acknowledgment of the one year anniversary of Hurricane Helene's devastating impact on Western North Carolina, Asheville craft soda company Devil's Foot Beverage has united with the Charlotte-based NoDa Brewing Company to produce a new sparkling water in support of a local nonprofit.
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How routine physical activity affects mental health
The physical benefits of routine physical activity may be most noticeable. However, regular exercise also has a profound effect on individuals' mental health. To learn more about getting your regular exercise routine started, visit YogaSix Asheville.
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Weaverville plans music, tributes at community center for 9/11 Observance
This week, the town of Weaverville will memorialize the lives lost on Sept. 11, 2001 with tributes from community leaders and live music from local performers at the Weaverville Community Center.
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Radically creative: Asheville Creative Arts on the next 10 years
This past August, artists and supporters of all ages gathered to celebrate the tenth anniversary of Asheville Creative Arts, a local organization devoted to creating arts that matter for all ages. Now, ACA is looking to the future, planning for the next 10 years of fostering community creativity.
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Man arrested in connection with June shooting, drugs seized at scene
The Asheville Police Department arrested and charged Brandon Norrelle Miller, 38, in connection with a shooting this past June at an Asheville apartment complex. During the arrest, Miller was found to be in possession of narcotics and handguns.
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Crash closes lane on I-26 near Long Shoals Road outside Asheville
Drivers warned of significant delays between Exits 36 and 37
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Officials push to uproot Bradford pears
Asheville area residents can swap invasive trees for up to five free native replacements
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Black bears on the move in WNC as appetites surge
Wildlife officials urge drivers, residents to take precautions during fall feeding season
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APD seeking information about West Asheville motorcycle accident
The Asheville Police Department is seeking information from anyone who may have witnessed a motor vehicle collision involving a motorcyclist this morning in West Asheville.
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Montford Park Players reveal the colorful side of dark ‘King Lear’
The Montford Park Players continue their 53rd season, “A Season of Lunatics, Lovers, & Poets,” with "The Tragedy of King Lear," written by William Shakespeare and directed by Jason Williams and assistant director Quinn Terry. "King Lear" will be staged at 7:30 p.m., Friday to Saturday, Sept. 5-27, at the Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre, 92 Gay St.
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Dog Day Afternoon returns Saturday with off-leash fun, contests and canine performers
Dog Day Afternoon returns to Lake Julian Park in Arden this Saturday, September 13, for an afternoon of free pet-friendly fun including contests, food trucks, rescue adoptions, and a brand-new fenced dog play area for large and small dogs.
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$4.5M grant to fund Deaverview Mountain land purchase
Buncombe County plans new public park and outdoor amenities in partnership with Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy
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DOJ warns Asheville, Buncombe County over reparations plan
Federal authorities flag 38 proposals aimed at addressing historical inequities for possible conflicts with housing, employment and constitutional law
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Asheville community forms human chain to save UNCA woods
Sheets painted with messages and artwork create a visual statement around the 54-acre urban forest
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Civil rights suit filed against Haywood County, landfill operators
Complaint alleges deputy joined in threats, assault during landfill confrontation
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Crashes close Smokey Park Highway, I-40 ramp at Enka/Candler
Morning traffic backed up after highway shut down
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Hauntingly familiar ‘The Conjuring: Last Rites’ conjures up nothing new – 828reviewsNOW
After four main installments, two spin-off series and over a decade of jump scares, demonic possessions and one persistent haunted doll, "The Conjuring" universe comes to a close with "The Conjuring: Last Rites," a mediocre finale to an inconsistent franchise.
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United Way of North Carolina awards $4M for Helene recovery in WNC
Funds target housing stabilization and community resilience after storm
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63 NC water plants honored for outstanding quality
Division of Water Resources highlights facilities -- including several in Western North Carolina -- that surpassed federal and state requirements in 2024
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Strangeville: The Cherokee legend of U’lag‘û, the great yellow-jacket
Long before the Nantahala was a playground for rafters, the Cherokee told of U’lag‘û — a giant yellow-jacket said to be as large as a house. The legend explains the origin of yellow-jackets and marks the land with names still known around Franklin and the Nantahala Gorge.
