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Colder, snowier winter forecast for Asheville area
Old Farmer’s Almanac predicts below-normal temperatures, heavier snowfall in southern Appalachians
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NC communities to get $28M more in FEMA aid
Funding covers roads, utilities, parks and debris removal in areas hit by Tropical Storm Helene
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Grace in Action: Local realtors, Grace Covenant Church unite for housing relief
Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church and the Land of the Sky Association of REALTORS joined forces in July to create the Grace in Action Fund, an initiative intended to bring long-term stability to Western North Carolina households after Hurricane Helene.
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Community gets first look at West Asheville’s next public pool
Residents invited to review plans for Malvern Hills Park pool and historic bathhouse renovation on Sept. 23
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‘Mark II’: Marquee Asheville announces ‘Take II’ RAD reopening
Nearly a year after Hurricane Helene swept through the River Arts District, the district will officially welcome back Marquee Asheville, the first Foundy Street business to return to the RAD since the storm.
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Asheville plans new water main after Helene flooding
The $9.7 million North Fork Transmission Main No. 3 project aims to prevent outages after storms, improve system resilience
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Old Fort Depot reopens after Helene repairs
Railroad museum is open monthly through December with self-guided tours that explore the town’s railroad past and future
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Asheville firefighters return from Hurricane Erin deployment
Three members assisted with emergency communications and helicopter rescue operations on North Carolina’s coast
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Federal court hands down prison terms for two Asheville men
One convicted on firearm charges, the other on drug distribution
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Buncombe sheriff to host Sept. 10 town hall in Swannanoa
Residents encouraged to ask questions and discuss public safety issues
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Cool, crisp weather settles into Asheville area
National Weather Service says pattern could last into early September
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GALLERY: Big fun at the Marion Bigfoot Festival
Hundreds of sasquatch celebrators turned out for the annual Bigfoot Festival this weekend in Marion, N.C. Check out our photo gallery for all the best moments and weirdest merchandise from the 2025 festivities.
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Online tool tracks E. coli levels in Asheville area rivers, creeks
DEQ dashboard shows which sites are safe for swimming, kayaking and other recreational activities
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Strangeville: The day Babe Ruth was rumored to have died in Asheville
In April 1925, Asheville briefly became the center of a baseball mystery. Babe Ruth collapsed at the train station and rumors spread worldwide that he had died here. Newspapers even printed his obituary before the truth emerged. Discover how the “death” of the Babe in Asheville became a strange piece of local folklore.
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Buncombe County Permits & Inspections team earns state honor
Department recognized for storm recovery work, completing 2,000+ damage assessments after Tropical Storm Helene
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Tombstone Tales: The wreck on Saluda Mountain that changed rail safety
In 1890, engineer Lewis Tunstall was killed when his train careened down the Saluda Grade at 75 miles an hour. The wreck led to the creation of safety switches that saved countless lives. Today, Tunstall is remembered not only for his sacrifice but also by a striking monument in Hendersonville’s Oakdale Cemetery.
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Rollercoaster theatre: ‘Miss Julie’ stars Lauren Otis and Jon Robinson on their upcoming Attic Salt production
"Miss Julie" is a classic 19th century play written by the Swedish playwright August Strindberg. This September, the naturalistic tragedy will receive a brand-new adaptation at Attic Salt Theatre Company, directed by Jeff Catanese and starring Lauren Otis and Jon Robinson.
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Weaverville ‘salutes to summer’ with back-to-school Nature Park party
The Salute to Summer Kids Party will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 23 at Main Street Nature Park in downtown Weaverville. School supply donations will be accepted by the Weaverville Police Department at the event.
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Noble Cider repeats as NC Wine Cup winner with Spice Merchant
Asheville cidery also collects six silver medals in statewide competition
