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Lifestyle
6 hours ago
Senior living communities grow in popularity among older adults

Maintenance-free lifestyles, social opportunities and added safety draw residents seeking connection and support

A firefighter sprays water on the Jumping Branch Fire near a road. (Photo credit: U.S. Forest Service/Allyson Pokrzywinski)
Local
6 hours ago
Storm chances increase across WNC as drought, wildfires persist

Above-normal temperatures continue in Asheville area while firefighters work to contain active blazes

Education
22 hours ago
Renowned mathematician to give UNC Asheville lecture with local actors

Later this week, the University of North Carolina Asheville Department of Mathematics and Statistics will hold its annual Parsons Lecture, bringing Middlebury College professor Stephen Abbott to campus for a lecture examining the intersection of theatre and math.

Crime & Safety
23 hours ago
APD announces ‘Speed a Little. Lose a Lot.’ traffic safety program

The Asheville Police Department is joining agencies across North Carolina in the “Speed a Little. Lose a Lot.” traffic safety campaign. The North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program will run from Monday, March 30 to Sunday, April 5.

Charles D. Owen Park in Swannanoa after sustaining damage from Tropical Storm Helene.
Local
1 day ago
Community invited to help reimagine storm-damaged Owen Park

Residents can share ideas tonight as Buncombe County begins two-phase rebuilding plan

J&M Fence Company
Business
1 day ago
Spring fencing projects take off as homeowners upgrade yards

Homeowners seek privacy, safety and curb appeal

McDowell County Emergency Management
Local
1 day ago
Crews battle multiple wildfires in Asheville area

Jumping Branch Fire, the largest active blaze, reaches 175 acres as drought conditions fuel fire danger

Huey Magoo's President and CEO Andy Howard
Business
1 day ago
Huey Magoo’s expands footprint with Weaverville opening

Fast-casual chicken chain expands in Western North Carolina with community-focused franchise owners

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