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Entertainment
7 minutes ago
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: May 8 – 10

Dog Day Afternoon, outdoor walks, theater, baseball and live music offer plenty of ways to spend Mother’s Day weekend across the 828.

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Crime & Safety
14 hours ago
Police: Driver charged in April crash that later claimed woman’s life

Crash investigation results in misdemeanor death by motor vehicle charge, Asheville police say

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Local
18 hours ago
I-26 eastbound lanes closed near Weaverville after crash

Closure affecting both lanes near U.S. 19 Business interchange

Three-day precipitation forecast map for Greenville-Spartanburg area, showing rainfall amounts by color with city labels and borders.
Local
22 hours ago
Heavy rain, strong storms expected in Asheville area

Mountains could see up to 2 inches of rain; isolated flooding possible

Rustic log cabin with a stone chimney beneath green trees in a sunny park next to a cobblestone path and grassy lawn.
Education
2 days ago
Mountain Gateway Museum opens gateway of opportunity for WNC teachers

This summer, middle school teachers from across Western North Carolina are invited to apply for a professional development opportunity at the Mountain Gateway Museum in Old Fort, N.C.

Severe Weather Outlook map for Wednesday, May 6, 2026, highlighting risk areas around Asheville, Hickory, Charlotte with legend and NOAA/NWS logo in the corner.
Local
2 days ago
Heads up, Asheville: Storms could pack a punch Wednesday

Afternoon and evening storms may bring gusty winds, hail and heavy rain to WNC

FILE - Tennessee starting pitcher/relief pitcher Karlyn Pickens (23) during an NCAA softball Women's College World Series game, Thursday, May 29, 2025 in Oklahoma City. (AP Photo/Vera Nieuwenhuis,File)
Sports
2 days ago
Weaverville’s Karlyn Pickens goes No. 1 in AUSL draft

Former coach calls Pickens’ journey “the greatest honor of my coaching career”

Infographic titled 'Prepare Before Hurricane Season' with five steps: evacuation plan, disaster supplies, insurance checkup, contact list, and home strengthening.
Local
2 days ago
Hurricanes don’t have to hit NC to impact Asheville area

Officials push early prep ahead of 2026 hurricane season

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