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2 weeks ago

Asheville Creative Arts to kick off 10th anniversary fundraiser at Peace Gardens

The Asheville Creative Arts 10th Anniversary Season Summer Soiree will be held from 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 24 at the Peace Gardens & Market, 47 Bryant St. Donations will be accepted, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds.

2 weeks ago

Pottery party: Reems Creek Pottery celebrates 10 years of artistic community

One Weaverville pottery studio is celebrating its 10th year around the wheel this Saturday with a community celebration. The Reems Creek Pottery birthday party will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 23, 181 Reems Creek Road.

2 weeks ago

Nearly a year after Helene, Gov. Stein says work ‘far from over’

Stein tells crowd at Land of Sky event in Fletcher that more support for WNC communities is needed

2 weeks ago

Hundreds of grams of meth, fentanyl, more seized in major APD/SBI drug bust

The Asheville Police Department Major Case and Street Crimes Unit collaborated with the State Bureau of Investigation to seize a massive quantity of drugs this week in West Asheville.

2 weeks ago

The Wyre brings 66-foot mural to River Arts District

Three artists contributed to eight-panel installation reflecting Asheville’s creative identity

2 weeks ago

Our 5 favorite films from the 2025 Asheville Film Festival – 828reviewsNOW

From horror shorts to family dramas to a black cat documentary, read our list of our five favorite films from the very first Asheville Film Festival, held last weekend in downtown Asheville.

2 weeks ago

Manheimer to seek 4th term as Asheville mayor

Manheimer commits to leading the city's recovery from Helene, building back better

2 weeks ago

Strikeouts pile up as Tourists drop series opener to Emperors

Rome staff fans a dozen as Asheville struggles to find rhythm at the plate

2 weeks ago

Commissioners back $5M grant match for A-B Tech project

Buncombe County board also weighed in on UNC Asheville, AdventHealth and Mission Hospital proposals

2 weeks ago

Body of missing 14-year-old found in Arden area

Buncombe County authorities say there is no threat to the public

2 weeks ago

Weirdos: Alt-rock band Five Eight, PINKEYE to play Grey Eagle

The alternative rock band Five Eight is joining forces with the Asheville punk outfit PINKEYE for a concert and multimedia showcase at The Grey Eagle this weekend.

2 weeks ago

Body doubles: ‘Freakier Friday’ and ‘Nobody 2’ are subpar sequels – 828reviewsNOW

Two sequels are now playing in theaters: "Nobody 2," an action film followup to the 2021 Bob Odenkirk vehicle, and "Freakier Friday," a sequel to the Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis comedy made 22 years after the original. Read our reviews now.

3 weeks ago

Scouting America highlights inclusivity, activities at Asheville event

Event features pinewood derby races, canoeing pool, rope bridge and more

3 weeks ago

Old-time: Asheville celebrates 100 years of Appalachian music this autumn

"The Asheville Sessions: Celebrating 100 Years of Americana & Appalachia" will be held as a weekend-long series of events from Thursday, Nov. 6 to Sunday, Nov. 9 at venues across Asheville.

3 weeks ago

Harvest Records celebrates 21st birthday with free brews and basement sale

The celebration will go on from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 23 at 415 Haywood Road.

3 weeks ago

Man charged in downtown Asheville knife attack

Stabbing victim sustains serious injury in assault at Atkinson Street home

3 weeks ago

Asheville airport rebrands to highlight regional spirit

AVL's new design draws inspiration from the Blue Ridge Mountains and highlights community, adventure and passenger experience

3 weeks ago

Have you seen Elijah Maney? Authorities seek leads

24-year-old Native American last seen near Lambert Branch Road in Cherokee

3 weeks ago

No Buc-ee’s plans filed in Asheville despite online buzz, officials say

As rumors swirl, community members share excitement, concerns and speculation of possible sites

3 weeks ago

Buncombe County property taxes due Sept. 1; interest begins Jan. 6

Payments may be made online, by mail, over the phone, at drop-off boxes or in person

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