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4 days ago

Arrest made in fatal Amboy Road shooting

Police charge 22-year-old with first-degree murder in Asheville’s sixth homicide of 2025

4 days ago

Wintry mix delays start of classes in some Asheville area schools

See if your school has adjusted start times because of the weather

4 days ago

5 new movies to see, stream or skip in December 2025 – 828reviewsNOW

The end of the year is almost here, but there are still movies coming out left and right. From animated sequels to Christmas comedies to Netflix dramas, here are five new movies to see, stream or skip this December.

5 days ago

Suspect in deadly stabbing captured in Jackson County

Buncombe County Sheriff's Office says brothers were found with stab wounds in incident near Madison County line

5 days ago

Swannanoa Small Area Plan workshop draws hundreds

Second in-person workshop set for Dec. 8, with online option open to residents unable to attend

5 days ago

Tombstone Tales: Riverside grave with bold confession

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Riverside Cemetery is known for its monuments, the Southern writers who draw visitors from around the country…

5 days ago

Hikes of WNC: Christmount Loop

The choose-your-own-adventure trails in the woods around the Christmount community of Black Mountain are steep, but their features are charmingly eclectic, making for a dynamic and diverse hiking experience.

6 days ago

East Fork Pottery to invest $2.5M, expand Asheville operations

Investment will double output, sustain 125 existing jobs and support local creative economy

6 days ago

Asheville GreenWorks hosts hard-to-recycle collection Saturday

Rigid Styrofoam, electronics and lawn equipment eligible; plan for extra traffic

6 days ago

Strangeville: What haunts Asheville’s Riverside Cemetery?

Uncover the secrets of Asheville’s Riverside Cemetery, where famous graves, Civil War history and haunting tales converge.

6 days ago

Weaverville Christmas Parade lines up for Saturday celebration

The annual Weaverville Christmas Parade returns for its regularly scheduled December merriment this weekend.

7 days ago

Another Buncombe County deputy charged with assault

Deputy Gregory Bembry placed on administrative leave pending internal review

7 days ago

WNC Nature Center hosts Critter Checkup for stuffed animals

Kids can learn about animal care with vet appointments, hot cocoa, and mascot visits

7 days ago

Asheville names DK Wesley as next city manager

Veteran Buncombe County administrator to lead city starting Jan. 12, 2026

7 days ago

UPDATE: Inmate not released by mistake, Buncombe authorities say

Transylvania County officials say a clerical error misidentified an active charge against Corey Howell

1 week ago

School delays in the Asheville region

Find out which schools have delayed start times because of wintry weather

1 week ago

Town of Black Mountain vs. Black Mountain Brewing: Controversy explained

Black Mountain Brewing, a local brewery, has taken to social media in recent weeks with a claim that the Black Mountain Town Building Inspector had unjustly shut down the top deck of the brewery. Yesterday, Black Mountain officials responded to BMB's claims in a press release. Here's what's going on.

1 week ago

MISSING: Kevin Dwayne Lyles, 60 years old, white male, 5’11”, 140 lbs.

The Asheville Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating Kevin Dwayne Lyles, who was reported missing on Nov. 10.

1 week ago

‘Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery’ has faith in Josh O’Connor – 828reviewsNOW

Christmas isn't here yet, but a new "Knives Out" movie sure feels like a gift. The latest, "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery," is another exemplary whodunnit from Rian Johnson and Daniel Craig. Read our review now.

1 week ago

Ingles’ income falls 21% as Helene losses weigh on fiscal year

Grocer reports $83.6M in annual earnings with three stores still closed and storm-related losses that topped tens of millions

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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.

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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.

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Sophie Kinsella, author of the millions-selling ‘Shopaholic’ novels, dies at 55

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Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Dec. 12-14

Looking for things to do this weekend? We have you covered. From Christmas parades to winter markets, we have a one horse open sleigh's worth of activities in our weekend guide.