2 weeks ago in Entertainment

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s a rare Superman comic book! And it fetched $9.12M!

A copy of the first Superman issue, unearthed by three brothers cleaning out their late mother's attic, netted $9.12 million this month at a Texas auction house which says it is the most expensive comic book ever sold.

3 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music, ZZZ App Top Stories

Mistletoe & Martinis: Free holiday comedy show to support Hands On Asheville-Buncombe

Next month, The Montford Rooftop Bar will host local comedian Cayla Clark for an adults-only evening of cocktails, comedy and community fundraising.

3 weeks ago in Business, Food & Drink, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Terra Nova Beer Co. to close by year’s end

Owners thank staff and community, encourage customers to visit Asheville, Swannanoa sites before year’s end

3 weeks ago in Food & Drink, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Thanksgiving without the turkey: Alternative main dishes for a holiday feast

From ham and prime rib to lamb and seafood, here are festive centerpiece ideas for a nontraditional Thanksgiving table

3 weeks ago in Community, Local, On The Town, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

City invites public feedback on Azalea, French Broad park projects

The city of Asheville has invited the community to bring their input on two major riverfront recovery projects, the French Broad Riverfront Parks and Azalea Parks and Infrastructure Project, to an open house early next month.

3 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Business, Community, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories

Christmas on Main: Downtown Marshall to host ‘old-fashioned street market’

On Dec. 6, downtown Marshall will transform into an affordable street market just in time for Christmas. Over 80 vendors will be in attendance, with town storefronts decked out in holiday regalia all over Main Street.

3 weeks ago in Ask The Expert, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Native Advertising, Yoga Fitness Expert, ZZZ App Top Stories

Three ways to be grounded in gratitude this holiday season

As the holidays approach, life starts to speed up with family gatherings, travel plans and end-of-year deadlines. Amid the flurry, it’s easy to lose our sense of steadiness. Yet November also invites something deeper: a reminder to pause, breathe and reconnect with gratitude for the simple things that keep us grounded.

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

Use your seatbelt: APD launches Thanksgiving ‘Click It or Ticket’ campaign

The Asheville Police Department, in partnership with the North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program, has launched its annual Thanksgiving "Click It or Ticket" campaign, which will run from Nov. 24-30.

3 weeks ago in World

The G20 summit in South Africa ends with the glaring absence of the US after Trump’s boycott

The Group of 20 summit in South Africa ended Sunday with the glaring absence of the United States — the next country to lead the bloc — after the Trump administration boycotted the two days of talks involving leaders of the world's richest and top developing economies.

3 weeks ago in National, Trending

The shutdown is over. Flights have resumed. Thanksgiving travelers might wonder: What now?

The turbulence caused by the longest government shutdown on record may still be fresh on travelers' minds this Thanksgiving, but experts say preparing for the usual holiday crush of winter weather, heavy traffic and crowded airports can help ease those jitters.

3 weeks ago in World

European officials welcome progress in talks on US proposals to end Russia-Ukraine war

European officials said Monday they were comforted by the outcome of discussions on U.S. peace proposals for Ukraine that they had viewed as tilted in Russia's favor, but they didn't disclose details of the weekend talks and warned of a long road to peace.

3 weeks ago in Sports

There are more questions than answers after NFL games Sunday

The Kansas City Chiefs saved their season. The Philadelphia Eagles gave critics more fuel. The Los Angeles Rams made a dominant statement. There are more questions than answers Sunday in the NFL.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Dallas Wings win the WNBA draft lottery for the second consecutive season

The Dallas Wings won the WNBA draft lottery for the second consecutive season on Sunday night. The Wings, who drafted Paige Bueckers No. 1 last year, had a 42% chance to secure the top pick again.

3 weeks ago in Sports

New York Giants fire defensive coordinator Shane Bowen after blowing another late lead

The New York Giants have fired defensive coordinator Shane Bowen, according to a person with knowledge of the decision. Outside linebackers coach Charlie Bullen was named as the interim replacement, according to another person with knowledge of the move.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ co-hosts are Chance the Rapper, Rob Gronkowski, Julianne Hough and Rita Ora

Ryan Seacrest will have some starry help ushering in 2026 on "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve" — Chance the Rapper, Rob Gronkowski, Julianne Hough and Rita Ora have all signed up.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Jimmy Cliff, reggae giant and star of landmark film ‘The Harder They Come,’ dead at 81

Jimmy Cliff, the charismatic reggae pioneer and actor who preached joy, defiance and resilience in such classics as "Many Rivers to Cross," "You Can Get it If You Really Want" and "Vietnam" and starred in the landmark movie "The Harder They Come," has died at 81.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Trending

These 6 kitchen tools can make or break your Thanksgiving dinner

It's the start of Thanksgiving week, the time when home cooks across America suddenly recognize the daunting task ahead. More than 90% of people in the U.S. celebrate the food-centric holiday and more than 1 in 4 attend meals that include more than 10 other people, according to the Pew Research Center.

3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

How to keep bears from denning under your home this winter

North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission warns of increasing reports of bears seeking shelter in crawl spaces and sheds as denning season ramps up

3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Stormy Tuesday, frigid Thanksgiving for Asheville area

Highs drop from the 60s into the 40s as gusty winds and below-normal temperatures settle in

3 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Seasonal lights to illuminate three downtown Asheville parks

Warm white lights to brighten key parks, enhance safety and create festive atmosphere