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4 weeks ago

Asheville police arrest suspect in east Asheville shooting

Two people were wounded in the May 14 gunfire, including one victim who remains in critical condition

Gov. Josh Stein stood Friday morning at Morse Park and declared a long-awaited milestone for Western North Carolina’s Tropical Storm Helene recovery: Lake Lure is reopening

4 weeks ago

Lake Lure reopens as Gov. Stein praises WNC recovery efforts

Town leaders say restoration of the lake signals new hope for tourism, businesses and residents

Brick-wall mural featuring ornamental text 'Burlington' with a 'Welcome' banner and ribbons reading 'North Carolina'—a city welcome sign.

4 weeks ago

Strangeville: Why Thomas Wolfe testified in a Yancey County murder trial

The Asheville author testified in a Yancey County murder trial after witnessing a Burnsville confrontation one week before a deadly shooting.

Collage: two mugshots (woman top, bearded man bottom) on the left, and a single-story house with two cars parked in front on the right.

4 weeks ago

Fairview killings timeline: From welfare checks to murder charges

The homicide investigation continues to unfold after a family was found dead inside their home earlier this month

Pool deck with warning signs near the water edge, including 'No diving' and 'Too shallow' messages.

4 weeks ago

6 public pools splash back to Asheville for Memorial Day weekend

Six public pools in Buncombe County will open for the season next weekend, just in time for the Memorial Day holiday.

Group of people crowd around a large ceremonial check with a green mascot in the center, balloons on both sides, and Burlington branding visible all around, celebrating a donation of $5,000 to Haw Creek Elementary School.

4 weeks ago

Brand-new Burlington opens on Tunnel Road, donates to Haw Creek Elementary

Burlington, a national off-price retailer, has opened a new store on Tunnel Road in Asheville. During the ribbon cutting, store staff presented Haw Creek Elementary School with a check for $5,000.

Asheville City SC celebrates its opening-round upset against the Greenville Triumph in the US Open Cup.

4 weeks ago

Asheville City SC returns to Greenwood Field with unified USL vision

Club highlights integrated performance system, expanded health partnerships and community focus

FILE - Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C, listens to testimony as the House Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight holds a field hearing in Charlotte, N.C., Sept. 29, 2025. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond, File)

4 weeks ago

Rep. Chuck Edwards faces House ethics investigation over harassment allegations

North Carolina Republican says he welcomes investigation, denies allegations of harassment and hostile work environment

Weather map showing Sunday high temperatures across western NC and upstate SC, with orange shading around 86–91°F.

4 weeks ago

Hot, humid stretch ahead for Asheville area as highs push toward 90

Forecasters say warm, humid pattern will build through early next week before late-week cold front brings rain chances

4 weeks ago

Lake Lure to lure over 800 visitors for Memorial Day beach reopening

Nearly 20 months after Tropical Storm Helene devastated the lakeside town, Lake Lure is poised to celebrate its grand reopening over Memorial Day.

4 weeks ago

5 warning signs your home may have hidden water damage

Small issues can point to bigger problems if they’re left unchecked.

Bearded man in a brown prison jumpsuit behind a metal bar enclosure, looking toward the camera.

4 weeks ago

Loving held without bond in Buncombe triple homicide case

Prosecutors say Devan Loving and teen co-defendant admitted involvement

A person with pink nails and a purple sleeve holding a black leather Bible with white stitching and embossed title.

4 weeks ago

Family mourns as Star Grant appears in Buncombe courtroom

Prosecutors say victims were shot and stabbed as grieving relatives gather for Star Grant’s first court appearance

Red warning sign about video surveillance and trespassers prosecuted near the Spruce Hill Apartments entrance sign in a leafy area.

4 weeks ago

UPDATE: Spruce Hill shooting suspect still at large, APD requests help

One day later, a suspect in the shooting of two individuals at Spruce Hill Apartments is still on the loose. The Asheville Police Department is asking for assistance from the public in locating the suspect.

Grilled sandwich cut into triangles with melted cheese and meat, served with French fries and a pickle spear on a plate.

4 weeks ago

Fork & Dagger: Corner Kitchen delivers a Mother’s Day meal worth the wait

Despite the holiday crowds, the beloved farm-to-table restaurant delivered attentive service, relaxed vibes and dishes that mostly lived up to its reputation

4 weeks ago

First court hearing set for teen charged in Fairview killings

16-year-old Star Grant faces adult murder charges after extradition from Tennessee

Performer seen from behind, raising arms on a night outdoor stage as a large cheering crowd watches.

4 weeks ago

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: May 15-17

Looking for events in the Asheville area this weekend? From Latin Dance Night in downtown Asheville to ballet, live music, art shows, outdoor movies and bike festivals, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the weekend across Western North Carolina.

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6 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Outdoors, Perspectives

Montford Park Players: Iago, Desdemona, Emilia shine in uneven ‘Othello’

Two men in ornate historical costumes stand outdoors, looking upward toward the sky; one wears a white embroidered tunic with gold buttons and a red and green turban, the other a beige brocade outfit with a brown cloak and hat.

“Othello,” one of Shakespeare’s greatest tragedies, is now being performed by the Montford Park Players. Read our review for more.

16 hours ago in Entertainment, Music, Trending

Taylor Swift becomes the youngest woman inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame at age 36

Taylor Swift became the youngest woman ever inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame Thursday night at age 36. "It was instinctual. No one taught me how to do it," she said of songwriting through a raspy voice she attributed to screaming along to the night's performances and Wednesday night's historic NBA game between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs.

2 days ago in Entertainment

‘Doctor Who’ future uncertain as BBC scraps Christmas special and showrunner exits

The galaxy-hopping hero of "Doctor Who" has survived many narrow escapes and reinventions over more than six decades. But is time finally up for the BBC science fiction series that has entertained generations of fans?

2 days ago in Entertainment, Local, Native Advertising

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: June 12-14

Crowd gathered on a wooden viewing platform overlooking a black bear sitting on rocks outside its enclosure in sunshine.

Festivals, concerts, stage productions, outdoor races and community events fill the June 12-14 weekend across Asheville, Black Mountain, Weaverville, Lake Lure and other WNC towns.

3 days ago in Entertainment

Rob Reiner’s son Nick seeks money from trust parents left him for his defense in their killings

Rob Reiner's son Nick Reiner is seeking unpaid money from a trust his parents established for him, saying he needs it to help in his defense against charges that he killed them.

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