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Historic Churches of WNC: Sloop Chapel at Crossnore
A historic stone chapel at Crossnore Communities for Children holds one of Western North Carolina’s most meaningful frescoes. Its story reflects a century of care, community and mountain history.
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Top 5 international movies of 2025 – 828reviewsNOW
2025 was a fantastic year for global cinema. From searing docudramas to surreal celebrations of the film medium itself, we visit Brazil, China, Iran, Norway and Palestine to bring you the best international movies of 2025. Read our list.
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$37.47 million approved for stream repairs in Buncombe County
Federal watershed program targets Helene-related damage at 209 sites
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Last-minute Asheville holiday gifts that won’t break the bank
Creative, locally made gifts add a personal touch to holiday shopping
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March primary to decide Buncombe County DA and key local races
Todd Williams retires; candidates for district attorney, mayor, city council and school board vie for office
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Six former Asheville City SC players selected in 2026 MLS SuperDraft
Selections include two first-round picks, three in the second round and one in the third
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Hendersonville pedestrian dies days after being hit by vehicle
Police say no charges will be filed following the Dec. 17 collision on Spartanburg Highway
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Deputy shoots suspect during domestic incident in Haywood County
Sheriff’s office says deputy was attacked; SBI to review incident
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The best books of 2025, according to WNC booksellers
Who better to tell you about the best books of 2025 than the folks at the local bookstores of Western North Carolina? From queer vampires to epistolary charmers, read on for our local booksellers' favorite reads of the year.
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Strangeville: North Carolina’s stolen Bill of Rights
Stolen during the Civil War, North Carolina’s copy of the Bill of Rights vanished for more than a century before its recovery and a statewide tour that included a stop in Asheville.
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Hikes of WNC: Catawba Falls River Trail
We celebrate the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, tomorrow, so here is a breezy, nearby hike to enjoy. The Catawba Falls River Trail, located just outside of Old Fort, N.C., is an easily accessible route that starts off nice and flat before climaxing with an impressive waterfall – and a massive staircase, to match.
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Asheville High names inaugural Athletic Hall of Fame class
Former athletes and coaches to be honored Jan. 16 during home basketball games
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Trousdale, Turnstile, Tyler Childers: The best albums of 2025
828newsNOW and our friends at the Asheville Media Group, including DJs for Mix 96.5, 98.1 The River and La Pantera 97.3, are proud to present a list of our favorite albums of the year.
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Tombstone Tales: Lewis Trexler, killed over seventy-five cents
A former Blowing Rock police chief was beaten to death in 1888 over a minor debt. More than a century later, his grave tells a story of injustice, outrage and a life cut short.
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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.
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Propane drive set for Saturday at Swannanoa Ingles site
Blossman Gas & Appliance expects to serve hundreds of residents needing fuel for heating and cooking
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Wind advisory in effect in Asheville area and across WNC
Gusts up to 40 mph expected Friday; dry, warmer weather ahead this weekend
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From racetracks to rescue missions: Greg Biffle’s final legacy
Retired NASCAR driver gained national attention for humanitarian aid flights after Tropical Storm Helene
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Gov. Stein highlights $15M for Old Fort water, sewer upgrades
Part of $270M in grants to rebuild and strengthen systems damaged by Helene
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4-term NC Gov. Jim Hunt, a leader in education reform, dies at 88
Longtime Democratic leader helped guide state’s shift to a modern economy










