Sports News
2 days ago in Sports
Reigning two-time champ Carlos Alcaraz out of French Open due to wrist injury
Carlos Alcaraz won't play for a third successive French Open title due to a right wrist injury. Alcaraz posted on X on Friday that neither would he appear in the preceding Italian Open in Rome, where he also won last year.
2 days ago in Sports
4 tickets to World Cup final are listed on FIFA’s resale site for more than $2 million
FIFA's resale site has four tickets on sale for the World Cup final for just under $2.3 million each. The $2,299,998.85 seats for the July 19 match at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, are located behind a goal in the lower deck in block 124, row 45, seats 33-36.
Hernandez’s sac fly lifts Tourists past Drive in 10 innings
Asheville secures first home win of season with 7-6 victory
3 days ago in Sports, Trending
NFL teams are almost on the clock as draft night in the Steel City has arrived
Put aside the mock drafts because it's time for the real deal. The NFL draft is here in the Steel City.
3 days ago in Sports
Players say MLB’s robot umpires are shrinking the strike zone
Arizona Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald knows that — in theory — Major League Baseball's new Automated Ball-Strike system shouldn't favor batters or pitchers.
National News
2 days ago in National
A violent tornado tears through Oklahoma town, damaging 40 homes but sparing lives
Raeann Hunt scrambled to her cellar as a tornado bore down on her Oklahoma community. "It is headed right for us," she recalled thinking, as she peeked outside, unable to contain her curiosity.
2 days ago in National
US soldier charged with using classified intel to win $400K Polymarket bet on Maduro raid
A U.S. special forces soldier involved in the military operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been charged with using classified information about the mission to win more than $400,000 in an online betting market, federal officials announced Thursday.
3 days ago in National, Trending
Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift
President Donald Trump's acting attorney general on Thursday signed an order reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug, a major policy shift long sought by advocates who said cannabis should never have been treated like heroin by the federal government.
4 days 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.
4 days 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.
Lifestyle
18 hours ago in Lifestyle, Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors
Hikes of WNC: Devil’s Courthouse
Don't let the name fool you. Devil's Courthouse on the Blue Ridge Parkway boasts some truly angelic views, even if the hike up is hellish on the calves. Read more in our hiking guide.
2 days ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives
‘Much Ado About Nothing’ at Hendersonville Theatre is a pop-punk pleasure
Hendersonville Theatre concludes their very funny take on William Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" this weekend, with performances scheduled for 7 p.m. on April 24 and 3 p.m. on April 25-26.
2 days ago in Business, Community, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town
Italian restaurant Gemelli brings new life to historic Biltmore Village building
Gemelli Italian restaurant is serving up community and recovery in Biltmore Village. As the historic Asheville business sector rebuilds from damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene, Gemelli has brought new life to one of its oldest buildings.
3 days ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, Outdoors
State of Asheville stages: Montford Park Players
Over a year and a half after the widespread devastation of Tropical Storm Helene, which hobbled business, tourism and the arts across Western North Carolina, 828newsNOW takes a look at how the theater community has recovered. First up, the Montford Park Players.
3 days ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: April 24-26
Local favorites and seasonal events highlight a busy weekend across the 828.
Trending
3 days ago in Sports, Trending
NFL teams are almost on the clock as draft night in the Steel City has arrived
Put aside the mock drafts because it's time for the real deal. The NFL draft is here in the Steel City.
3 days ago in National, Trending
Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift
President Donald Trump's acting attorney general on Thursday signed an order reclassifying state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug, a major policy shift long sought by advocates who said cannabis should never have been treated like heroin by the federal government.
News from 828NewsNOW
18 hours ago in Lifestyle, Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors
Hikes of WNC: Devil’s Courthouse
Don't let the name fool you. Devil's Courthouse on the Blue Ridge Parkway boasts some truly angelic views, even if the hike up is hellish on the calves. Read more in our hiking guide.
21 hours ago in Health & Wellness, Local, Native Advertising
Fitness and mental health: Why movement improves mood
Regular exercise does more than strengthen the body. Research shows movement can reduce stress, improve mood, and support long-term mental health.
22 hours ago in Local
Asheville evaluates surplus city properties for potential lease, redevelopment
City explores lease, sale and donation options as officials assess underutilized assets, including 91 Riverside Drive, former fire station
23 hours ago in Asheville History, Local
Tombstone Tales: Ella Morrison shaped Asheville institutions
Buried at Riverside Cemetery, Ella Morrison left a lasting mark on Asheville’s civic life.
2 days ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives
‘Much Ado About Nothing’ at Hendersonville Theatre is a pop-punk pleasure
Hendersonville Theatre concludes their very funny take on William Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" this weekend, with performances scheduled for 7 p.m. on April 24 and 3 p.m. on April 25-26.
Entertainment
2 days ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives
‘Much Ado About Nothing’ at Hendersonville Theatre is a pop-punk pleasure
Hendersonville Theatre concludes their very funny take on William Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing" this weekend, with performances scheduled for 7 p.m. on April 24 and 3 p.m. on April 25-26.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Japan’s Haruki Murakami to publish first new novel in 3 years with ‘The Tale of KAHO’ in July
A new book by Haruki Murakami will mark the first time a full-length novel by the Japanese author features a female main character and her pursuit of finding a way out of a bizarre world.
2 days ago in Entertainment
Jim Furyk is returning as US Ryder Cup captain for 2027 with Tiger Woods out
Jim Furyk is returning as U.S. Ryder Cup captain for the 2027 matches in Ireland as the Americans try to get back on track against a European team that has dominated the last three decades.
Another setback for Salvage Station as fire damages new location
Smoke prompts return Friday morning as overnight blaze leaves Lyman Street building with significant damage
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Features
2 days ago in Features
Man who helped fellow runner across Boston Marathon finish line says it was natural instinct to help
One of two men who helped carry a fellow runner across the finish line of the Boston Marathon said he had been struggling earlier himself but drew strength from the supportive crowd.




