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Cooler, wet weather to continue across Asheville area

Forecasters say heavy rain could bring isolated flash flooding through Saturday

2 weeks ago

Fly fishing and fellowship: Wrong Way to host free fly fishing festivities this weekend

As Asheville flies closer to the one year anniversary of Hurricane Helene, Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins will host a fly fishing festival to celebrate river recovery in Western North Carolina.

2 weeks ago

AP: Panthers give Moton 2-year, $44M deal

The deal means the Panthers have all five starting offensive linemen under contract at least through the 2026 season

2 weeks ago

Parkway section between Asheville and Mount Pisgah reopens

Remaining repairs from Tropical Storm Helene near milepost 421 expected to be finished later this summer

2 weeks ago

North Carolina voter registration cleanup underway

1,400 Buncombe County residents among those urged to confirm records

2 weeks ago

Apple Festival, King Apple Parade set for Labor Day weekend

Four-day celebration includes street closures, parking changes and events in downtown Hendersonville

2 weeks ago

Tourists doubleheader pushed to Friday, weekend slate adjusted

Asheville ballclub revises schedule after rainouts

2 weeks ago

FEMA approves another $96M for North Carolina’s Helene recovery

Funds will support more than 200 projects, including road repairs, debris removal and infrastructure restoration

2 weeks ago

Tips for staying on top as coursework becomes more demanding

As students push themselves with tougher classes, revising study habits and strategies can help them stay on top

2 weeks ago

Man accused of setting fire that destroyed West Asheville home

Man charged with second-degree arson after blaze on Park Lane Avenue; no one inside at time of fire

2 weeks ago

Mulch fire at TBD Landfill sends smoke across Haywood County

Canton officials urge swift action from state, federal agencies over air quality concerns

2 weeks ago

Asheville Deals | Discover Moe’s Original BBQ in North Asheville: White Sauce, Haul-It-Home Packs, and More

Moe’s Original BBQ in Woodfin serves up Alabama-style white sauce, slow-smoked meats, and family packs to-go, making it a must-try spot for Asheville BBQ lovers.

2 weeks ago

Asheville housing trends to be topic of briefing

Experts to discuss supply, demand and affordability at Aug. 26 event

2 weeks ago

New playground, basketball court to be unveiled at Burton Street Community Center

A brand-new playground and basketball court will be unveiled at the Burton Street Park and Community Center in the historic West Asheville neighborhood at a community fair in early September.

2 weeks ago

Fork & Dagger: Gemelli offers a mixed bag of Italian fare

Fresh noodles and dessert stand out at West Asheville eatery, while other dishes lack balance and finesse

2 weeks ago

Bryson Street closed near Biltmore Avenue because of gas leak

Traffic in the area is expected to be affected

2 weeks ago

Rain halts Tourists-Emperors game in third inning

Asheville, Rome to finish suspended game Thursday before playing seven-inning nightcap

2 weeks ago

What to do in the 828: Aug. 22-24

Searching for weekend plans? Look no further than our weekend guide to the 828, featuring everything from a fly fishing festival to community puppet performances to a record shop basement sale.

2 weeks ago

Hurricane Erin brings winds, flooding before slowly moving out to sea

Fierce winds and huge waves estimated at about 20 feet could cause coastal flooding in many beachfront communities

2 weeks ago

Here’s how to get kids pumped for return to class

Parents can try the following strategies to get kids excited about a new school year

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