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Chuck Edwards: ‘Regret is not an admission of sexual harassment’
The North Carolina congressman spoke on the House floor as lawmakers considered a censure resolution
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312-unit apartment complex proposed for Holbrook Road
Orange Capital Apartments would bring 312 rentals, pool, clubhouse and dog park to 82 acres near Starnes Cove Road in West Asheville
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Recovering Asheville city golf course tees up next stage of recovery
Nearly two years after Tropical Storm Helene, the Asheville Municipal Golf Course continues to recover from Tropical Storm Helene, supported by the efforts of the Friends of Asheville Muni.
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Snowy winter ahead for Asheville? Almanacs weigh in
The Farmers’ Almanac and Old Farmer’s Almanac offer their outlooks for snow, cold and winter weather in Western North Carolina
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Asheville’s Malvern Hills pool moves closer to construction
The city is reviewing plans to replace the aging pool, with construction expected to begin late this year
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Buncombe County seeks Helene recovery funds for parks, housing
Commissioners will consider three grant applications Tuesday, including projects tied to parks, affordable housing and emergency power
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UNC Asheville receives $1.2 million grant to expand health programs for older adults
The NC Center for Health and Wellness at the University of North Carolina Asheville has received a $1.2 million grant for the further development of an older adult health services education program.
2 weeks ago
Strong storm brings 40-mph winds, hail to WNC
Pea-size hail and gusty winds were possible in parts of Buncombe, McDowell and Rutherford counties
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Dolly Parton flowers from Asheville mural get a second life
A local nonprofit is turning flowers left at the West Asheville mural into bouquets for nursing homes, senior centers and veterans facilities across Western North Carolina
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River Arts District studio to hold benefit auction for local artists, BeLoved Asheville
Trackside Studios, an art gallery and studios located in the River Arts District, will hold a benefit auction of artwork inspired by and salvaged from Tropical Storm Helene in commemoration of the two year anniversary of the storm.
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FEMA sends $137 million more to North Carolina for Helene recovery
New funding includes millions for Western North Carolina roads, housing, debris removal and flood mitigation
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US 74A in Fairview to close Tuesday for pothole repairs
Road will be closed between Possum Hollow and Middle Fork Road from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; drivers will be detoured
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Asheville’s Building Bridges event set for Sept. 23
Community organizations, businesses and residents invited to connect, share resources and learn about local services
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Bessent heads to the G20 to rally allies on Iran as tariffs strain ties
Asheville hosts G20 finance ministers amid U.S. tariff disputes, Iran tensions and concerns about global economic growth
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Fall can wait: Summer heat returns to Asheville
Temperatures are expected to climb into the 90s this week, with heat index values topping 100 degrees in lower elevations
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Measles exposure reported at Asheville hotel, Hendersonville gas station
Anyone at the Holiday Inn Express on Smokey Park Highway Aug. 26 should monitor for symptoms through Sept. 16
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Asheville, Weaverville to hold 25th anniversary ceremonies for 9/11
As the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the World Trade Center approaches, Asheville and Weaverville will host memorial ceremonies to honor lives lost during the tragedy.
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2026 Asheville election: Candidates, races and voting guide
Everything Asheville and Buncombe County voters need to know before Nov. 3
2 weeks ago
Mills River’s Veterans Healing Farm selected for national innovation lab
The nonprofit will join organizations from across the country working to strengthen programs and support for veterans
2 weeks ago
Owen Park redesign: Buncombe County seeks public feedback
The county is asking residents to review the final draft plan for the Swannanoa park
