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15 hours ago in Sports

Cowboys plan for George Pickens to play on franchise tag in 2026 without long-term deal

The Dallas Cowboys are planning for George Pickens to play on the franchise tag this year and won't negotiate with the star receiver or his agent on a long-term contract, executive vice president of personnel Stephen Jones said Wednesday.

15 hours ago in Sports

Sabres power play goes ice-cold again as series against the Bruins shifts to Boston for Game 3

The Sabres haven't been able to push the Bruins around on the ice. What's worse, Buffalo hasn't been able to take advantage of their power plays when Boston pushes back.

15 hours ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives, Sports

Public split on new name as Tourists kick off home season at HomeTrust Park

Yesterday evening, the Asheville Tourists went to bat with the Greenville Drive for the team's opening home game, their first following a $38.5 million renovation of the ballpark. For guests, the evening marked the debut of the stadium's new name, HomeTrust Park, replacing McCormick Field.

23 hours ago in Local, Sports

Tourists fall to Drive in series opener

Late home runs lift Greenville after Asheville takes seventh-inning lead

2 days ago in Sports

Victor Wembanyama is a unanimous selection as the NBA’s defensive player of the year

There had never been a unanimous NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Until now. Victor Wembanyama — as expected — was announced Monday as the league's top defensive player.

National News

15 hours ago in National

Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat seeking his 13th term in Congress, dies at age 80

U.S. Rep. David Scott, a Georgia Democrat and the first Black chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, has died. He was 80.

15 hours ago in National

Inside the Kennedy Center as it prepares for a 2-year renovation

Away from the political controversy that has consumed the iconic performing arts venue for the better part of President Donald Trump's second term, Matt Floca, the Kennedy Center's new executive director and chief operating officer, guided a group of journalists through the building Wednesday.

15 hours ago in National, Trending

Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations

Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. forced more people to flee Wednesday after destroying nearly 50 homes in Georgia and causing some schools closings as drought and winds fueled flames.

2 days ago in National

Pennsylvania high school history instructor named nation’s Teacher of the Year

A high school history teacher in Pennsylvania who helps students look inward to find their strengths and outward to find community inside and outside the classroom has been named the 2026 National Teacher of the Year.

3 days ago in National

And they’re off: Fastest Boston Marathon field ever has wind at its back as it starts the race

The fastest field in Boston Marathon history left Hopkinton on Monday morning for the 130th edition of the world's oldest and most prestigious annual marathon, riding cool weather and a tailwind on its 26.2-mile (42.1945-kilometer) journey to Copley Square.

Lifestyle

19 minutes ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: April 24-26

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Local favorites and seasonal events highlight a busy weekend across the 828.

13 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives

‘Venus in Fur’ at Attic Salt is meta, intense, intimate theater

"Venus in Fur," directed by Jeff Catanese and starring Kate McGunagle and Alex McDonald Villarreal, is an intimate, psychological two-hander about sadomasochism, 19th century literature and the power dynamics between actors and their directors.

15 hours ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives, Sports

Public split on new name as Tourists kick off home season at HomeTrust Park

Yesterday evening, the Asheville Tourists went to bat with the Greenville Drive for the team's opening home game, their first following a $38.5 million renovation of the ballpark. For guests, the evening marked the debut of the stadium's new name, HomeTrust Park, replacing McCormick Field.

2 days ago in Arts & Culture, Asheville History, Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town

George Masa documentary to make world premiere in Asheville

George Masa was a Japanese photographer whose pictures helped establish the Appalachian Trail and Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Despite his historical impact, little is known about Masa in his private life. In "A Life Reimagined: The George Masa Story," filmmaker Paul Bonesteel attempts to unearth the story of the legendary photographer.

2 days ago in Lifestyle

What to know about psychedelic retreats, a booming business with few safety guardrails

Surging interest in the purported benefits of psychedelic drugs has given rise to books, documentaries and conferences dedicated to the mind-altering substances. Now add one more business to the list: psychedelic retreats.

Trending

15 hours ago in National, Trending

Wildfires across Georgia and Florida have destroyed nearly 50 homes and are forcing evacuations

Wildfires burning across the southeastern U.S. forced more people to flee Wednesday after destroying nearly 50 homes in Georgia and causing some schools closings as drought and winds fueled flames.

2 days ago in Trending, World

Late Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy still looms over British monarchy 100 years after her birth

Queen Elizabeth II lives on at the Cool Britannia gift shop across the road from Buckingham Palace. Four years after the queen's death, the shop is doing a brisk business in mugs, tea towels and key rings bearing the likeness of Britain's longest-reigning monarch as the nation marks the centenary of her birth on Tuesday.

News from 828NewsNOW

1 minute ago in Business, Local

Just Economics executive director plans to step down

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Just Economics logo featuring a green sprout and the tagline creating sustainable livelihoods.

Vicki Meath to leave role later this year after 16 years guiding Western North Carolina nonprofit

19 minutes ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: April 24-26

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Local favorites and seasonal events highlight a busy weekend across the 828.

12 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Man killed in Asheville officer-involved shooting identified

State investigators probe incident that left officer hurt on Hendersonville Road

13 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives

‘Venus in Fur’ at Attic Salt is meta, intense, intimate theater

"Venus in Fur," directed by Jeff Catanese and starring Kate McGunagle and Alex McDonald Villarreal, is an intimate, psychological two-hander about sadomasochism, 19th century literature and the power dynamics between actors and their directors.

15 hours ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives, Sports

Public split on new name as Tourists kick off home season at HomeTrust Park

Yesterday evening, the Asheville Tourists went to bat with the Greenville Drive for the team's opening home game, their first following a $38.5 million renovation of the ballpark. For guests, the evening marked the debut of the stadium's new name, HomeTrust Park, replacing McCormick Field.

Entertainment

19 minutes ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: April 24-26

Fresh

Local favorites and seasonal events highlight a busy weekend across the 828.

13 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives

‘Venus in Fur’ at Attic Salt is meta, intense, intimate theater

"Venus in Fur," directed by Jeff Catanese and starring Kate McGunagle and Alex McDonald Villarreal, is an intimate, psychological two-hander about sadomasochism, 19th century literature and the power dynamics between actors and their directors.

15 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the Osmonds, has died at 76

Alan Osmond, the eldest member of the chart-topping family act The Osmonds, died Monday after decades with multiple sclerosis. He was 76.

15 hours ago in Entertainment

An Instagram DM changed everything for Rachel Reid, Jacob Tierney and ‘Heated Rivalry’

To the cheers and applause of thousands of BookCon attendees, "Heated Rivalry" author Rachel Reid and director-screenwriter Jacob Tierney walked on to the main event stage at New York's Jacob Javits Convention Center. The two Canadians have been international celebrities for just a few months, and still find themselves wondering if all the noise is for someone else.

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Features

1 week ago in Features, Trending

Happy 69th birthday to Fatou, the world’s oldest gorilla living in captivity

Fatou, the world's oldest gorilla living in captivity, celebrated her 69th birthday with a feast Monday, munching on cherry tomatoes, beets, leeks and lettuce at the Berlin Zoo.