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Leaf Global Arts announces end of operations amid financial challenges
In an open letter to the community, Leaf Global Arts announced that Friday, Aug. 21, 2026, would mark the end of the arts programming organization in its current form, citing financial difficulties.
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No new developments in Biltmore Avenue shooting, APD says
Asheville police say there is nothing new to report in the investigation after detectives previously identified several suspects and executed more than 25 warrants and subpoenas
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Fall HVAC maintenance in Asheville: Why you should schedule service before cooler weather arrives
When should you schedule fall HVAC maintenance? MB HAYNES explains why Asheville and Western North Carolina homeowners don't have to wait for cooler weather to start planning ahead.
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Asheville property targeted in drug, prostitution nuisance case
Property on Brookshire Street will be turned over to a family member and must meet city codes
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Asheville weather: Storms, flooding possible Friday
Strong thunderstorms could bring damaging winds, downpours and isolated flash flooding to Asheville and Buncombe County
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UNC Asheville students help identify weakness in drug-resistant staph bacteria
A paper published by a University of North Carolina Asheville biology professor and a team of 12 students has identified a promising development for combating drug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, or staph bacteria.
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Ending Flock wouldn’t end Asheville’s license plate surveillance
Council will vote Tuesday on Flock as APD continues using 162 Axon ALPR cameras
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NC Medicaid changes: Spanish-language town hall set for Aug. 25
NCDHHS will explain upcoming federal and state changes and resources available to people affected by the new rules.
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3 Asheville-area high schools rank among NC’s top 100
Nesbitt Discovery Academy landed at No. 6, followed by School of Inquiry and Life Sciences and Hendersonville High School
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Earth Fare says Westgate shops will continue operating for ‘years’ despite UNC Health sale
Westgate Shopping Center was purchased by UNC Health as a potential new hospital earlier this summer. Then, the Westgate Parkway flyover was closed to make way for the Interstate 26 Connector project. However, current Westgate businesses are not going anywhere anytime soon.
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Asheville Fire Department opens Explorer Program for teens
Teens ages 14-18 can apply for the hands-on program offering firefighting training, mentorship and leadership skills
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What the Roadless Rule rollback could mean for Asheville area forests
Public can now weigh in on proposal affecting parts of Pisgah and Nantahala national forests
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Things to do in Asheville and WNC: Aug. 21-23 weekend events
Downtown After 5, Pigeon RiverFest, Hazy Hideaway, Asheville Film Festival, Leftover Salmon, outdoor programs and theater are among the weekend events across WNC
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Biltmore Championship Asheville unveils trophy, highlights local economic impact
The trophy for the upcoming Biltmore Championship Asheville golf tournament was unveiled today as preparations continue for the PGA TOUR event. Thousands of people are expected to come to the area for the tournament.
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Rural leaders push for hospital competition in WNC
Madison, Yancey and Clay County leaders, EMS officials and patients told state officials that distance, ambulance delays and limited specialty care are putting rural residents at risk
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4 health systems compete for 92 hospital beds in WNC
UNC Health, AdventHealth, Novant and Mission offer competing plans as state officials consider how to expand hospital capacity
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Officials seek to capture female black bear that attacked Asheville resident
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is making an effort to capture an adult female bear after she injured an Asheville resident in their home on Tuesday evening.
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Asheville mayor calls for vote to terminate Flock camera contract
Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer has called for a City Council vote authorizing the termination of a city contract with Flock Safety, citing concerns from residents about privacy and security.
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Bear reportedly enters Asheville-area home, swats at resident
The occupant was evaluated by EMS and taken for further evaluation
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Buncombe commissioners approve $1.6M indoor recreation center design
Board also backs Southeastern Container expansion, UNC Health hospital and Lennie’s Law
