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4 days ago

Asheville police believe Biltmore Avenue shooting was ‘targeted attack’

The Asheville Police Department has provided an update on the July 19 shooting on Biltmore Avenue.

4 days ago

I-26 Connector: Traffic shift planned ahead of Westgate interchange closure

Drivers should expect changing traffic patterns as crews prepare for the next phase of the major Asheville interstate project

4 days ago

Asheville breaks 118-year rainfall record as flooding threat continues Friday

The National Weather Service says another 1 to 3 inches of rain is expected through Friday night after Thursday's storms flooded roads and stranded vehicles in Buncombe County

4 days ago

Man injured in I-40 motorcycle crash succumbs to injuries

Robert Franklin Owen III, 49, has passed away after an interstate motorcycle accident earlier this month left the rider seriously injured.

4 days ago

Black Mountain details years-long fire code dispute with Oak & Grist

Town says discussions began in 2023; distillery owner says expansion talks were unrelated to current enforcement action

5 days ago

Flash Flood Warning issued for Asheville as Merrimon Avenue floods, stranded vehicles reported

The National Weather Service warns of life-threatening flash flooding in central Buncombe County after 2 to 3 inches of rain fell, with more heavy rain expected through midnight

5 days ago

Fork & Dagger: Hidden South Asheville gem earns 5-fork rating

Fresh sashimi, inventive rolls and colorful décor make Asheville Sushi & Hibachi worth a visit

5 days ago

Asheville police arrest man accused in string of naked break-in attempts

Detectives say 68-year-old faces attempted burglary, indecent exposure and secret peeping charges after months of incidents in the Deer Lake Drive neighborhood

5 days ago

Flash Flood Warning issued in WNC; Asheville remains under Flood Watch

Heavy rain has already produced flooding in parts of the mountains, with additional downpours expected through Friday

5 days ago

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

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

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

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. 

6 days ago

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

6 days ago

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

6 days ago

Buncombe County seeks $19M for Swannanoa recovery, sidewalks after Helene

Commissioners approve disaster grant applications, stream restoration funding and school projects

6 days ago

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

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

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

6 days ago

Why a West Asheville wildlife rehabilitator had to surrender rescued raccoons

Buncombe County advised visitors of a West Asheville wildlife rescue to seek a rabies risk evaluation after discovering several young raccoons at the practice. Their caretaker says the raccoons were no threat to anyone. What happened?

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