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1 hour ago
Asheville Regional Airport president wins leadership award after Tropical Storm Helene

Lew Bleiweis, president and CEO of Asheville Regional Airport, has been recognized for distinguished service after over 25 years as an accredited airport executive, including during Tropical Storm Helene.

Local
3 hours ago
Buncombe County 2026 tax bills are in the mail

Most property owners will receive 2026 tax bills soon. Here’s when payments are due, how to appeal and where to get help

Asheville History
6 hours ago
Tombstone Tales: WNC soldier’s death tells another story of World War I

Horace G. Presley never saw a World War I battlefield. His death months after serving at an Army camp devastated by influenza reflects a question Americans faced at the time: What did it mean to die for your country?

Local
22 hours ago
Flood advisory in effect as torrential rains hit Asheville

The National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg office has issued a flood advisory warning until 9:30 p.m. this evening due to heavy rainfall in south central Buncombe County.

Crime & Safety
1 day ago
Dogwood Court drug bust: Over 50 grams of fentanyl seized in arrest

Three people were arrested on drug trafficking charges last week after an investigation by the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office Illegal Gun Reduction and Narcotics Task Force.

Business
1 day ago
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.

HVAC technician performing maintenance on an outdoor air conditioning unit.
HVAC System & Maintenance Expert
1 day ago
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.

The home at 710 Brookshire Street in Asheville is the subject of a court-ordered nuisance abatement following an investigation into persistent illegal drug activity and prostitution, according to North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement.
Crime & Safety
1 day ago
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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