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5 days ago in Health & Wellness, Local
Permanent daylight saving time could mean darker winter mornings in Asheville, experts say
Proposed federal change would end twice-yearly clock changes, but health experts warn of possible impacts
5 days ago in Community, Local, On The Town
Asheville seeks public input on Biltmore Village recovery plan
At a Biltmore Village community meeting today, Asheville city planners provided an update on Tropical Storm Helene recovery in the historic neighborhood. Public input on the plan is wanted.
5 days ago in Sports
Wilt Chamberlain Lakers jacket found by a teen at a thrift store fetches over $89,000 at auction
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was bought by a teenager for $3.07 at an Oregon thrift store sold for $89,600 at auction on Monday.
5 days ago in Sports
Red Sox win 15th straight, matching longest in club history, with 6-3 victory over Orioles
The Boston Red Sox won their 15th straight game to match a club record for the longest winning streak in team history from 80 years ago, beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 in the opener of a split doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon.
5 days ago in Lifestyle
The latest thing in cocktails is spicy and savory. Tips and recipes for home bartenders
Spicy drinks are having a moment, and it's no longer just standard spicy margs and bloody marys. Bartenders are getting experimental to create the perfect combination with a kick.
5 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Madonna, BTS and more World Cup halftime performers see jump in song streams, Justin Bieber up 110%
It was the 11-minute performance heard around the world. Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought abridged hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday just outside New York. And it has resulted in some noteworthy streaming bumps.
5 days ago in National
Terrorism trial opens in stabbing of author Salman Rushdie
The man convicted of trying to kill Salman Rushdie spent years researching the writer's whereabouts before stabbing him on a lecture stage, federal prosecutors said Wednesday at the opening of his federal terrorism trial.
5 days ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors
Flood Watch issued for Asheville, Buncombe County as up to 5 inches of rain possible
National Weather Service warns heavy rain could trigger flash flooding across Western North Carolina through Thursday evening
5 days ago in Business, Food & Drink, Health & Wellness, Local
Candler Ingles responds to Taylor Farms repackaging allegations
Produce management at the Ingles Market on Sand Hills Road in Candler has responded to online allegations that the store has been repackaging and selling Taylor Farms products amid concerns over a cyclosporiasis outbreak.
5 days ago in Local, Native Advertising
Tree falls on power lines, sparks fire, cuts power along Haywood Road in Asheville
Firefighters and Duke Energy crews respond after tree debris damages lines near RiverLink; hundreds lose electricity
5 days ago in Sports
NFL training camps set to open with 10 new head coaches, several QB changes and plenty of hope
The countdown is over. NFL training camp has arrived. Every team is 0-0 so there's hope in each city that this season ends with a championship parade.
5 days ago in Sports
Stephen Curry to have a dedicated exhibit at the Basketball Hall of Fame, a 1st for an active player
Stephen Curry is headed to the Hall of Fame, making more basketball history with a first-of-its-kind exhibit for an active player. Stephen Curry: Beyond the Arc is set to open Friday, celebrating the career of a two-time MVP and the NBA's career leader in 3-pointers.
5 days ago in Entertainment
Kaylee Hottle, deaf ‘Godzilla’ actor, killed in car crash at 18
Kaylee Hottle, a deaf actor best known for her starring role in two "Godzilla" films, died in a car crash in Maryland early Tuesday morning, the Frederick County Sheriff's Office said. She was 18.
Louvre reopens Apollo Gallery after a brazen heist, but no jewels are on display
The Louvre's Apollo gallery on Wednesday reopened to the public for the first time since 88 million euros ($102 million) worth of crown jewels were stolen in a dramatic daytime heist.
5 days ago in World
Congo’s Ebola outbreak has killed nearly 1,000 people
At least 999 people have died from the Ebola outbreak in Congo, according to official data published overnight into Wednesday, a grim toll in what's already been declared the fastest Ebola outbreak in history.
5 days ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors
Storms, heavy rain could bring isolated flooding to Asheville area
A stalled front is expected to fuel multiple rounds of thunderstorms, with forecasters warning of heavy rainfall, damaging winds and localized flooding
5 days ago in Local
Buncombe County seeks $19M for Swannanoa recovery, sidewalks after Helene
Commissioners approve disaster grant applications, stream restoration funding and school projects
6 days ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Asheville shooting investigation: Key questions unanswered
Police have not identified suspects, confirmed the number of shooters or said whether those responsible remain at large after the shooting that killed two people and injured seven
6 days ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local, Music, Outdoors
Inside the concert experience at Hellbender, Asheville’s new outdoor music venue
Hellbender by the Orange Peel is officially open to the public. Before seeing a show at the new outdoor venue, read about what to expect from the shuttles, the sound and more.
6 days ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Asheville shooting: Police warn against false claims, loved ones ask for prayers
APD says no person of interest has been publicly identified after Biltmore Avenue shooting killed two and injured seven
