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4 weeks ago in Entertainment

‘Now You See Me 3’ races past ‘The Running Man’ at box office

It's no magic trick: The third installment in the thieving magician "Now You See Me" series beat the high-profile action pic "The Running Man" at the North American box office this weekend.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Olympic gold-medalist Rowdy Gaines has tips for older swimmers, or if you’re returning to the pool

"Of course I'm biased, but I will stack swimming against any other exercise out there, especially as we age," former Olympian Rowdy Gaines told The Associated Press. "And swimming is one of the few sports you can do forever."

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

New statue of Bridget Jones joins other film icons in London’s Leicester Square

Bridget Jones has joined Harry Potter, Mary Poppins and Paddington as permanent residents of London's famed Leicester Square.

4 weeks ago in National

In reversal, Trump says House Republicans should vote to release Epstein files

President Donald Trump said House Republicans should vote to release the files in the Jeffrey Epstein case, a startling reversal after previously fighting the proposal as a growing number of those in his own party supported it.

4 weeks ago in Sports

Jalen Hurts’ lone touchdown leads Eagles to 16-9 victory over Lions in lackluster offensive game

The Eagles are positioned again to make a strong run at another Super Bowl — not solely on the arm of Jalen Hurts, the legs of Saquon Barkley and other marquee offensive players all NFL fans know — but on a defense that has churned out a string of masterpieces that fired them to the top of the NFC.

4 weeks ago in Entertainment

Tom Cruise finally gets his Oscar moment with a lifetime achievement trophy at the Governors Awards

Tom Cruise, at 63 still the biggest movie star in a room full of them, finally got to hold his own Oscar on a Hollywood stage on Sunday night.

4 weeks ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Holiday cheer lights up downtown Hendersonville

Tree lighting, holiday markets, parades and carriage rides highlight season in historic downtown

4 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

I-26 overnight closures planned in Asheville area this week

Detours will redirect traffic via Brevard, Long Shoals and Hendersonville roads

4 weeks ago in Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Asheville partnership powers charity cyclists, promotes arthritis awareness

Fuel Goods joins Arthritis Foundation rides, including Asheville’s Carolina Hills Classic

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

Dry air, gusty winds drive wildfire risk across Asheville area

Forest Service reports several active fires as burn bans and warnings spread across the region

The long-vacant Haynes Tower building at A-B Tech's Enka campus is slated to be demolished now that Buncombe County commissioners have approved a contract with D.H. Griffin.

4 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

WNC schools help state save millions through energy efficiency

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College and Western Carolina University recognized for significant utility reductions

4 weeks ago in Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

Give the gift of baseball: Asheville Tourists launch holiday bundle

Supplies are limited for the team’s new holiday package, combining tickets and branded gear

4 weeks ago in Business, Holiday Guide, Local, Native Advertising, ZZZ App Top Stories

Holiday shopping with a purpose: Asheville shop promotes diversity, inclusion

Shoppers can find eccentric gifts while supporting neurodivergent adults in the workplace

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

Strangeville: The ghost lore of Asheville’s Thomas Wolfe Memorial

The Thomas Wolfe Memorial in Asheville stands as both a historic landmark and the setting for lingering stories of love, loss, and memory.

4 weeks ago in Lifestyle, Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Hikes of WNC: Little Bradley Falls

Located just outside of Saluda, N.C., Little Bradley Falls offers a short, rewarding trip to a breathtaking 50-foot cascade. While hikers should prepare for several creek crossings and tricky terrain, the mile-long trek is a worthwhile adventure.

4 weeks ago in Food & Drink, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Buncombe County SNAP update: Funding back, food drive surges

Asheville area residents donate more than 7,000 meals collected for those impacted by delays

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

Tombstone Tales: Ben Wolfe, the brother behind Look Homeward, Angel

Ben Wolfe’s life was short, but his death left a mark that shaped his brother’s masterpiece and became one of Asheville’s most poignant literary stories.

4 weeks ago in Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

828 Scoreboard: This week’s high school football results

Find out how your favorite Asheville area teams fared

FILE - A U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer is seen on March 16, 2025, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon, File)

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

Asheville officials warn of possible ICE deployment

Mayor Manheimer and local officials urge calm, stress civil rights and public safety as community prepares

4 weeks ago in National

College football coach John Beam from ‘Last Chance U’ has died after being shot, Oakland police say

Laney College football coach John Beam, who was featured in the Netflix series "Last Chance U", has died after being shot on campus, the Oakland Police Department said Friday, and a suspect has been arrested.

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7 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.

7 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."

1 day ago in Community, Entertainment, Local, Music, On The Town

Warren Haynes’ Christmas Jam keeps Asheville at its heart

Warren Haynes

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.