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Green Hendersonville Rd street sign on a pole with yellow traffic lights overhead and blue sky behind.
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
20-year-old motorcyclist dies after crash one week before 21st birthday

The Asheville Police Department is investigating a fatal vehicle collision that resulted in the death of Subastion James Samuel Cruz-Galyon, a 20-year-old motorcyclist from Canton, N.C.

White Buncombe County Sheriff's Office patrol vehicle door with gold and black 'SHERIFF' lettering and sheriff badge visible on the side
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Victim identified in house fire homicide investigation

A man found dead in a Riceville home last week has been identified. The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office has partnered with the Buncombe County Fire Marshal’s Office on an arson investigation.

Tall white obelisk tombstone in a cemetery, with flags and flowers at its base and bare trees in the background.
Asheville History
3 months ago
Tombstone Tales: A Revolutionary War veteran’s grave in Mitchell County tells a WNC story for July Fourth

At Kona Baptist Church Cemetery, a memorial to George Silver carries the story of American independence into the Toe River Valley and a family legacy deeply rooted in Western North Carolina.

Fireworks over a calm lake at dusk, reflected in the water, while three people sit on a wooden dock watching.
Entertainment
3 months ago
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: July 3-5

Independence Day weekend events across Asheville and Western North Carolina include live music, art walks, family activities, outdoor outings and a regional guide to fireworks, parades and July 4 celebrations.

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Home Building & Remodeling Expert
3 months ago
What Asheville-area homeowners should know before choosing new flooring

A Candler flooring expert shares tips on hardwood, luxury vinyl, moisture protection and lifestyle-friendly flooring options for homes across Western North Carolina.

Watchhouse poster: a woman in the foreground and a bearded man behind them, with a bold WATCHHOUSE title at the bottom (amber tint).
Entertainment
3 months ago
July concert calendar: Live music in Asheville and WNC this month

From Air Supply and Gladys Knight to Spoon, Band of Horses, Watchhouse, Jesse Welles and local artists, here’s where to find live music in Asheville and WNC in July.

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Sports
3 months ago
Former UNC Asheville baseball pitcher Philip Mullinax dies after cancer battle

Flat Rock native and former Bulldogs closer set a school saves record and is remembered by teammates for his competitive spirit and character

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Local
3 months ago
I-40 West right lane closed for about 3 miles after crash

The crash, which occurred around 9:57 a.m. this morning, June 30, has impacted traffic for an approximately three-mile stretch of East Asheville interstate.

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Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Asheville man sentenced to 20-29 years for sexual abuse of a minor

Cameron Lee McCullough, 34, was sentenced in Buncombe County Superior Court to a mandatory prison term of 240-348 months after pleading guilty to felony sexual exploitation of a minor.

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Local
3 months ago
Local city, county government offices to close for Fourth of July weekend

The Fourth of July holiday is just around the corner. While Western North Carolina prepares for fireworks, cookouts and other red, white and blue festivities, local government offices will be closed.

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