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2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

NFL division races tighten after a weekend full of surprises and upsets

The race for division titles in the NFL got tighter in Week 13. The Rams, Colts and Steelers became the latest first-place teams to lose Sunday. The Eagles and Ravens lost Thursday. The Patriots play Monday night. Five of the eight divisions have two teams tied for the top spot or separated by less than a game.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

25 holiday TV offerings to watch ranging from comedies to rom-coms and cozy mysteries

Whether you prefer something naughty, like the animated movie "Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer" or nice, like classics "The Sound of Music" and "Home Alone," streamers, cable and broadcast networks offer up festive choices in December.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Why Cyber Monday could break spending records despite economic uncertainty

Deals promoted as some of the best of the holiday season are expected to keep people across the United States glued to their computers and smartphones as the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon wraps up on Cyber Monday.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Super Bowl 2026: Pregame performers will include Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile and Coco Jones

The Super Bowl pregame show will open with a trio of standout performers in Northern California: Charlie Puth will hit the stage to sing the national anthem, Brandi Carlile will take on "America the Beautiful" and Coco Jones will sing "Lift Every Voice and Sing."

2 weeks ago in World

Over 800 people are still missing after flooding in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand

Over 800 people remained missing Monday after devastating floods killed over 1,000 people last week in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand, as Indonesia's president urged more action to confront the changing climate.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘Zootopia 2’ roars to record-setting global box office with $556M opening

The animated animal city sequel from the Walt Disney Company brought in $96 million in North America over the weekend, earned $156 million over the five-day Thanksgiving frame, and scored a staggering $556 million globally since its Wednesday opening, according to studio estimates Sunday.

2 weeks ago in National

Former Trump lawyer Alina Habba disqualified as New Jersey prosecutor, US appeals court rules

The Trump administration's maneuvers to keep the president's former lawyer Alina Habba in place as New Jersey's top federal prosecutor were illegal and she is disqualified, a federal appeals court said Monday.

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2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Canton drivers warned of weeklong night closures on Champion Drive

NC 215 will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. starting Dec. 1 as crews complete bridge demolition

Dollywood's Robert F. Thomas Chapel

2 weeks ago in Business, Entertainment, Holiday Guide, Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Asheville-area residents can snag big savings on Dollywood trips

Resort stays up to 35% off and Cyber Monday season-pass perks arrive ahead of Smoky Mountain Christmas

2 weeks ago in Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Winter Weather Advisory expands across Asheville area

Forecasters warn of slick roads and possible power outages from Monday night into Tuesday morning as freezing rain threat grows

Ben Long Last Supper fresco at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church Glendale Springs NC

2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Asheville History, ZZZ App Top Stories

Exploring the Ben Long Frescoes of Western North Carolina

How the Ben Long frescoes along the Blue Ridge reflect Western North Carolina’s intersection of faith, art, history and community.

2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives, ZZZ App Top Stories

Ethan Hawke is a shooting star in Broadway biopic ‘Blue Moon’ – 828reviewsNOW

Richard Linklater, director of character-driven, dialogue-heavy dramas like "Boyhood" and "Before Sunrise" and charming hang-out comedies like "Dazed and Confused" and "Hit Man," is back with a film combining both disciplines. "Blue Moon," a biographical drama about famed Broadway lyricist Lorenz Hart, features what might be the greatest performance of frequent Linklater collaborator Ethan Hawke's career.

2 weeks ago in Asheville History, Local, Native Advertising, ZZZ App Top Stories

Strangeville: The Enduring Mystery of the Wampus Cat

The Wampus Cat legend has long prowled across North Carolina - part myth, part reflection of the people who told it.

2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Hikes of WNC: A Troll Treasure Trail

The North Carolina Arboretum is currently home to 12 massive, wooden trolls by internationally renowned sculpture artist Thomas Dambo. The statues, constructed from reclaimed wood and fashioned with distinct names and personalities, are scattered around the NC Arboretum grounds, making for a solid walk in the woods in addition to troll-borne delight.

2 weeks ago in Business, Community, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Go Local Asheville opens preorders for 2026 community card

Program encourages residents to support independent businesses and local nonprofits through holiday giving

FILE - Demonstrators approach the Legislative Building during a rally protesting a proposed election redistricting map, Oct. 21, 2025, in Raleigh, N.C. (AP Photo/Chris Seward, File)

2 weeks ago in Local, Politics, ZZZ App Top Stories

NC Republicans win court fight over redrawn House map

Ruling lets Republicans proceed with redrawing the 1st District as Democrats warn of unprecedented gerrymandering

2 weeks ago in Business, Community, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Cold weather brings festive fun to ice rink on Asheville’s South Slope

Frigid forecast expected through weekend with lows in the teens across the mountains and possible rain and snow early next week

2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Fire at Asheville’s Best Gem Mine temporarily shuts down Sardis Road

Flames were seen coming from the rear of the building as firefighters arrived on scene

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2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Buncombe County detention officer charged with assault

Sheriff Quentin Miller emphasizes transparency, accountability amid ongoing investigation

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4 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

It feels good to be Jelly Roll. And now, he’s ready to win a Grammy

This week, Jelly Roll was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry. And last month, he learned that he was nominated for three Grammys in 2026, marking his third year in a row receiving nods. Two of those are new territory for him.

4 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Every major update from the first two episodes of Taylor Swift’s Disney+ Eras Tour docuseries

"The Eras Tour was a lifetime within my life," Taylor Swift told the room at a screening of the first two episodes of her new Disney+ docuseries, "The End of an Era." "It feels insane."

21 hours ago in Community, Entertainment, Local, Music, On The Town

Warren Haynes’ Christmas Jam keeps Asheville at its heart

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Warren Haynes reflects on the festival’s growth, community roots and its commitment to giving back

1 day ago in Entertainment

Sundance Film Festival unveils 90 feature films for its last Utah edition

Programmers on Wednesday unveiled a lineup of 90 feature films set for the festival's last hurrah in Park City, Utah. The slate includes documentaries on basketball great Brittney Griner, Nelson Mandela, Salman Rushdie, Courtney Love and Billie Jean King. There are starry features with the likes of Natalie Portman, Jenna Ortega, Seth Rogen, Channing Tatum, Danielle Brooks, Olivia Colman, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Alexander Skarsgård and Ethan Hawke.

1 day ago in Entertainment

Oscars recognize casting for the first time, offering a spotlight on a key job in the movie industry

Casting will get some Oscar love next year. A new prize for achievement in casting was added to the Academy Awards in March, a step casting directors believe is long overdue. The 98th Academy Awards will air live on ABC on March 15, 2026.