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2 weeks ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories
Lookin’ butter-fly: Renovated farmyard unveiled at WNC Nature Center
Mayor Esther Manheimer, Asheville City Council members and Western North Carolina Nature Center staff participated in a ribbon cutting today for the Gateway to the Southern Appalachians exhibit, a renovated entrance, gift shop and farmyard with a brand-new butterfly garden experience.
2 weeks ago in Sports
Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham are eligible for NBA awards after successful appeals of 65-game rule
The Los Angeles Lakers ' Luka Dončić and Detroit Pistons ' Cade Cunningham will be eligible for awards such as MVP and All-NBA this season despite falling short of the 65-game minimum, the league and the National Basketball Players Association said Thursday.
2 weeks ago in National, Trending
Severe storms continue to produce heavy rain, lightning and flooding across parts of US
Storms barreling across the heart of the United States continued to threaten rain and pose flooding risks Thursday after causing at least one death when a man apparently was struck by lightning in Wisconsin.
2 weeks ago in World
Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, President Donald Trump announced Thursday, two days after the countries held their first direct diplomatic talks in decades in Washington.
2 weeks ago in National, Trending
Tiger Woods’ lawyer vows to fight subpoena for prescription records in DUI case
Tiger Woods ' attorney intends to fight an attempt by prosecutors to subpoena the golfer's prescription drug records following his arrest last month in Florida on suspicion of driving under the influence.
2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music
Anitta, like you’ve never heard her before. The Brazilian superstar talks new album, ‘SNL’ and God
By MARIA SHERMAN AP Music Writer NEW YORK (AP) — The lights are low in Studio 8H. All eyes —…
2 weeks ago in Entertainment
Christopher Nolan brings ‘The Odyssey’ to CinemaCon; Steven Spielberg previews ‘Disclosure Day’
Christopher Nolan gave theater owners a thrilling glimpse of "The Odyssey" on Wednesday evening at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. His adaptation of Homer's epic starring Matt Damon as Odysseus is one of the most hotly anticipated of the year, arriving in theaters on July 17.
2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending
FIFA president Infantino says Iran will participate in World Cup ‘for sure’ despite war
FIFA President Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will participate in the World Cup "for sure" despite its war with the United States.
2 weeks ago in Sports
The Dodgers shattered MLB’s spending record at $515 million in 2025, 7 times the lowest payroll
The Dodgers shattered Major League Baseball's spending record with a combined $515 million in payroll and luxury tax last year en route to their second straight World Series title, according to final figures compiled by the commissioner's office, and Los Angeles is projected for the highest total again in 2026.
2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville narrows $30M budget gap to $10.5M ahead of final proposal
Officials weigh spending cuts and possible property tax increases ahead of May budget release
2 weeks ago in Business, Community, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories
Vortex employees allege owners fired 9 staff without 2 weeks pay
After announcing their closure this week, Vortex Doughnuts has come under fire after employees claimed that owners had shuttered the business without paying nine employees for the previous two weeks.
2 weeks ago in Food & Drink, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Fork & Dagger: Zambra Tapas still sets the standard after two decades
Since 2001, the Spanish-inspired restaurant has blended local ingredients, bold small plates and a timeless atmosphere
2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Food & Drink, Local, Music, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: April 17–19
Top picks, local favorites and ways to make the most of your weekend across the 828.
2 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville’s Vortex Doughnuts closes permanently
Popular shop shutters suddenly after equipment issue; unanswered questions remain
2 weeks ago in Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville City Soccer Club changes coaches after historic run
Reynolds takes over as Wells moves upstairs to guide club’s future
2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Business, Community, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories
Small Asheville vendors support each other with collaborative market
For many small vendors in Western North Carolina, supporting each other is as important as selling their wares. That is certainly the case for Traci Simpson, the founder of Read Me Unconditionally and the organizer behind the Buy Good, Do Good Market.
2 weeks ago in Ask The Expert, Native Advertising, Restoration & Clean Up Service Expert
Spring cleaning and air quality: Why your ducts matter more than you think
With warm weather here and summer just around the corner, spring is the perfect time to clean your HVAC system before the heat and humidity intensify
2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville delays vote on surveillance funding amid public concerns
Council sends federal grant proposal to committee for deeper review, community input
2 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories
2 juveniles arrested after gun, ammunition found at Buncombe school
Deputies say loaded handgun discovered at T.C. Roberson; no injuries, no ongoing threat
2 weeks ago in Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories
Asheville approves renaming of McCormick Field to HomeTrust Park
Deal links naming rights revenue to stadium upgrades and long-term lease with Tourists
