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7 hours ago in Sports

Norway wins its 17th gold medal, breaking record for most golds won in a single Winter Olympics

Johannes Dale-Skjevdal of Norway was the only biathlete to hit all 20 of his targets in the 15-kilometer mass start race Friday and skied his way to gold — Norway's 17th gold medal of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics — breaking the record for the most gold medals won by a nation at a single Winter Olympics.

7 hours ago in Olympics, Sports

United States wins 3rd Olympic gold in women’s hockey, beating Canada 2-1 on Megan Keller’s OT goal

A last Olympic goal for Hilary Knight, a gold medal-winning overtime one for Megan Keller, and the Americans cemented their reputation as one of the most dominant women's hockey teams to take the ice.

7 hours ago in Sports

Warriors’ Stephen Curry to be re-evaluated in 10 days after 2nd MRI on knee

Golden State star Stephen Curry had a second MRI on his troublesome right knee that revealed no structural damage, although the two-time NBA MVP is expected to miss at least another five games before being re-evaluated.

7 hours ago in Olympics, Sports, Trending

Alysa Liu dazzles to win figure skating gold, ending a 24-year Olympic drought for US women

The 20-year-old from the San Francisco Bay Area, who walked away from the sport before finding her way back again — and finding herself in the process — delivered the U.S. its first women's figure skating gold medal in 24 years.

24 hours ago in Asheville History, Community, Local, Sports

Hendersonville YMCA to honor local Black basketball legends

Later this month, the Hendersonville Family YMCA will host a community Black History Month celebration honoring local Black basketball champions.

National News

7 hours ago in National

Crews hope to resume recovery of 8 bodies from California avalanche after days of dangerous weather

Crews hope to resume efforts Friday to recover the bodies of eight people killed and one still missing in an avalanche in California's Sierra Nevada after days of dangerous weather that has hampered safe access to the area.

1 day ago in National, Trending

Iran and the US lean into gunboat diplomacy as nuclear talks hang in balance

Iran and the United States leaned into gunboat diplomacy on Thursday as nuclear talks between the nations hung in the balance....

2 days ago in National

Eight backcountry skiers found dead and 1 still missing after California avalanche

Crews found the bodies of eight backcountry skiers and are searching for one more who remains missing after an avalanche in the mountains near Lake Tahoe, authorities said Wednesday, making it the deadliest U.S. avalanche in nearly half a century.

3 days ago in National

Federal judge rules Kilmar Abrego Garcia can’t be re-detained by immigration authorities

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement cannot re-detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia because a 90-day detention period has expired and the government has no viable plan for deporting him, a federal judge ruled on Tuesday.

3 days ago in National

Shooting at Rhode Island youth hockey game leaves 3 dead, including shooter, and 3 more wounded

A shooting during a Rhode Island youth hockey game left three people dead, including the shooter, and three more hospitalized Monday night in critical condition, authorities said.

Lifestyle

1 day ago in Ask The Expert, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Native Advertising, Yoga Fitness Expert

Strong heart, calm mind: Why yoga is one of the best things you can do for your heart

February is American Heart Month and a great reminder to check in on your physical heart, your stress levels and your overall well-being.

1 day ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town, Outdoors

Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Feb. 20-22

Between Lunar New Year, UNC Asheville Homecoming and National Margarita Day, Feb. 20-22 is another big weekend for Asheville. Check out our guide for more things to do.

3 days ago in Community, Education, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town

5th annual Prom Dress Exchange offers free formal wear to kids in need

Anyone who has attended a high school prom can tell you that the dance can get expensive. Between tuxes, dresses, hair, makeup, tickets, dinner and more, showing out for high school's big night can be overwhelming. The Prom Dress Exchange is here to help.

3 days ago in Lifestyle

How the rich pass on their wealth. And how you can too

Death and taxes may be inevitable. A big bill for your heirs is not. The rich have made an art of avoiding taxes and making sure their wealth passes down effortlessly to the next generation. But the tricks they use – to expedite payouts to heirs and avoid handing money to the government – can also work for people with far more modest estates.

3 days ago in Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town

It’s 5 o’clock somewhere in Asheville: Where to celebrate National Margarita Day

Several Asheville area bars, restaurants and breweries are busting out their best Hawaiian shirts and favorite Jimmy Buffett tunes for National Margarita Day, Sunday, Feb. 22.

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7 hours ago in Olympics, Sports, Trending

Alysa Liu dazzles to win figure skating gold, ending a 24-year Olympic drought for US women

The 20-year-old from the San Francisco Bay Area, who walked away from the sport before finding her way back again — and finding herself in the process — delivered the U.S. its first women's figure skating gold medal in 24 years.

1 day ago in National, Trending

Iran and the US lean into gunboat diplomacy as nuclear talks hang in balance

Iran and the United States leaned into gunboat diplomacy on Thursday as nuclear talks between the nations hung in the balance....

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32 minutes ago in Local

Asheville appears more than 100 times in Epstein files

Fresh
Epstein Asheville documents

Documents include financial records, FBI briefings and redacted references to alleged local victims

7 hours ago in Business, Local

Costco’s withdrawal roils Asheville, spurs regional recruitment efforts

Officials in Canton and Henderson County publicly invite retail giant to consider new sites

8 hours ago in Business, Local

Southeastern Container to invest $31M in Buncombe expansion

Southeastern Container will invest $31 million to modernize and expand its headquarters and manufacturing operations in Buncombe County, adding 12 jobs and increasing production capacity at its Enka-Candler facility, company and local officials announced Thursday.

Enka-based manufacturer to add 12 jobs, boost production capacity and modernize facility

9 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Woman charged in fatal West Asheville motorcycle crash

Motorcyclist killed after collision at New Leicester Highway and Eliada Home Road

9 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Deputy hurt in crash while responding to call in Barnardsville

Buncombe County deputy taken to Mission Hospital with minor injuries after patrol vehicle hits tree

Entertainment

7 hours ago in Entertainment

Eric Dane, ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ star and ALS awareness advocate, dies at 53

Eric Dane, the celebrated actor best known for his roles on "Grey's Anatomy" and "Euphoria" and who later in life became an advocate for ALS awareness, died Thursday. He was 53.

1 day ago in Music

U2’s new music honors Renee Good and draws inspiration from world events

U2 is returning with its first collection of new songs in nearly a decade, opening with a tribute to Renee Good...

1 day ago in Music

A rare Paul McCartney and Wings trove heads to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame this summer

A collection of Paul McCartney instruments, outfits, handwritten lyrics, unseen photos and tour memorabilia will be part of an exhibit at...

1 day ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town, Outdoors

Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Feb. 20-22

Between Lunar New Year, UNC Asheville Homecoming and National Margarita Day, Feb. 20-22 is another big weekend for Asheville. Check out our guide for more things to do.

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Features

2 weeks ago in Features, Trending

3 fans. 60 Super Bowls. This might be their last time going to the big game

It just wouldn't feel like the Super Bowl for them if they weren't all there. And this might be the last time they all do it. That's what three old friends were coming to grips with just before this year's Super Bowl. The trio of octogenarians are the only fans left in the exclusive "never missed a Super Bowl" club.