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3 weeks ago

Buncombe County Permits & Inspections team earns state honor

Department recognized for storm recovery work, completing 2,000+ damage assessments after Tropical Storm Helene

3 weeks ago

Tombstone Tales: The wreck on Saluda Mountain that changed rail safety

In 1890, engineer Lewis Tunstall was killed when his train careened down the Saluda Grade at 75 miles an hour. The wreck led to the creation of safety switches that saved countless lives. Today, Tunstall is remembered not only for his sacrifice but also by a striking monument in Hendersonville’s Oakdale Cemetery.

3 weeks ago

828 Scoreboard: Week 1 of high school football

Find out how your favorite team fared

3 weeks ago

Rollercoaster theatre: ‘Miss Julie’ stars Lauren Otis and Jon Robinson on their upcoming Attic Salt production

"Miss Julie" is a classic 19th century play written by the Swedish playwright August Strindberg. This September, the naturalistic tragedy will receive a brand-new adaptation at Attic Salt Theatre Company, directed by Jeff Catanese and starring Lauren Otis and Jon Robinson.

3 weeks ago

Weaverville ‘salutes to summer’ with back-to-school Nature Park party

The Salute to Summer Kids Party will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 23 at Main Street Nature Park in downtown Weaverville. School supply donations will be accepted by the Weaverville Police Department at the event.

3 weeks ago

Noble Cider repeats as NC Wine Cup winner with Spice Merchant

Asheville cidery also collects six silver medals in statewide competition

3 weeks ago

Cooler, wet weather to continue across Asheville area

Forecasters say heavy rain could bring isolated flash flooding through Saturday

3 weeks ago

Fly fishing and fellowship: Wrong Way to host free fly fishing festivities this weekend

As Asheville flies closer to the one year anniversary of Hurricane Helene, Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins will host a fly fishing festival to celebrate river recovery in Western North Carolina.

3 weeks ago

AP: Panthers give Moton 2-year, $44M deal

The deal means the Panthers have all five starting offensive linemen under contract at least through the 2026 season

3 weeks ago

Parkway section between Asheville and Mount Pisgah reopens

Remaining repairs from Tropical Storm Helene near milepost 421 expected to be finished later this summer

3 weeks ago

North Carolina voter registration cleanup underway

1,400 Buncombe County residents among those urged to confirm records

3 weeks ago

Apple Festival, King Apple Parade set for Labor Day weekend

Four-day celebration includes street closures, parking changes and events in downtown Hendersonville

3 weeks ago

Tourists doubleheader pushed to Friday, weekend slate adjusted

Asheville ballclub revises schedule after rainouts

3 weeks ago

FEMA approves another $96M for North Carolina’s Helene recovery

Funds will support more than 200 projects, including road repairs, debris removal and infrastructure restoration

3 weeks ago

Tips for staying on top as coursework becomes more demanding

As students push themselves with tougher classes, revising study habits and strategies can help them stay on top

3 weeks ago

Man accused of setting fire that destroyed West Asheville home

Man charged with second-degree arson after blaze on Park Lane Avenue; no one inside at time of fire

3 weeks ago

Mulch fire at TBD Landfill sends smoke across Haywood County

Canton officials urge swift action from state, federal agencies over air quality concerns

3 weeks ago

Asheville Deals | Discover Moe’s Original BBQ in North Asheville: White Sauce, Haul-It-Home Packs, and More

Moe’s Original BBQ in Woodfin serves up Alabama-style white sauce, slow-smoked meats, and family packs to-go, making it a must-try spot for Asheville BBQ lovers.

3 weeks ago

Asheville housing trends to be topic of briefing

Experts to discuss supply, demand and affordability at Aug. 26 event

3 weeks ago

New playground, basketball court to be unveiled at Burton Street Community Center

A brand-new playground and basketball court will be unveiled at the Burton Street Park and Community Center in the historic West Asheville neighborhood at a community fair in early September.

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Authorities search for conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s killer but provide little about motive

Authorities searched on Thursday for a sniper who assassinated Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of President Donald Trump, with one bullet and then slipped away in the mayhem resulting from the latest act of political violence to befall America.

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Americans are marking 24 years since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks with solemn ceremonies, volunteer work and other tributes honoring the victims.

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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk dies after being shot at Utah college event

Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist and close ally of President Donald Trump, died Wednesday after being shot at a college event, Trump said. The co-founder and CEO of the youth organization Turning Point USA, the 31-year-old Kirk is the latest victim in a spasm of political violence across the United States.

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Three people were critically wounded in shooting at a suburban Denver high school, authorities say

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Harris says leaving reelection decision to Biden was ‘recklessness,’ but she defends his abilities

Former Vice President Kamala Harris says it was "recklessness" for Democrats to leave it to President Joe Biden to decide whether to continue seeking another term last year, but she defends his ability to do the job, according to an excerpt of her new book.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Star Trek plans packed lineup for the franchise’s 60th anniversary, with Lego sets and YouTube show

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2 days ago in National

Court rules Lisa Cook can remain a Fed governor while fighting Trump’s attempt to fire her

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