Officials cite Helene, housing shortages in 2026 count

Downed powerline sparks 30-acre blaze; closures and smoke impact continue

Asheville Eye Associates provides FDA-approved light therapy for patients with chronic symptoms

Solo home run in seventh inning lifts Greensboro past Asheville in series opener

Firefighters achieve 15% containment; trails and roads closed for safety

United States Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin, in his first official trip since taking the cabinet position on March 24, visited Chimney Rock and Lake Lure, N.C., assessing damage from Tropical Storm Helene and speaking to local leaders.

Fire fueled by downed trees from Tropical Storm Helene; exact size unknown

Updated traffic pattern expected to cut serious injury crashes by more than 90 percent