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A chaotic battle in a forest: a rider is knocked from a white horse as soldiers clash with swords nearby.
Asheville History
3 months ago
Strangeville: Revolutionary War Ghosts of the Carolina Backcountry

Ahead of America 250, Revolutionary War folklore links Western North Carolina’s Overmountain Men to ghostly legends from the Battle of Kings Mountain.

Orange diamond traffic sign with bold black text: 'ROAD CLOSED AHEAD' on pavement, close-up poster-style warning.
Local
3 months ago
Car crash on I-26 East leads to 3-lane closure

Eastbound I-26 drivers should be alert to a three-lane closure past Exit 37.

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Business
3 months ago
Heat, sweat and sunscreen: How summer weather can harm jewelry

Routine maintenance and professional cleanings can help protect engagement rings, bracelets and other frequently worn pieces

White Ford police SUV parked in front of a building with yellow police tape across the scene, 'POLICE' graphic on the side.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
Buncombe County DA rules APD officers justified in fatal shooting

Buncombe County District Attorney Todd Williams has ruled that the Asheville Police Department officers involved in an April 2026 shootout that left one man dead and one officer injured were justified in their use of deadly force.

Street scene with a brick building and leafy trees, a sidewalk, and a distant domed building under a blue sky; cars parked along the street.
Crime & Safety
3 months ago
APD confirms juvenile street fights occurred during June Downtown After 5

Asheville Police Department has confirmed responding to multiple reports of fighting juveniles during the Downtown After 5 concert last week.

Two older adults outside, man with a beard and hat hammering metal while a woman in a pink vest watches nearby.
Entertainment
3 months ago
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: June 26-28

Events in Asheville and Western North Carolina this weekend include Pride festivals, heritage events, live music, adoption events, food and drink gatherings and outdoor activities.

Fireworks bursting in a dark night sky above a treeline, with gold and pink-red trails and smoke.
Local
3 months ago
July 4th Events and Fireworks in Asheville and Western North Carolina: 2026 Guide

Find Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades, festivals, live music and America 250 celebrations in Asheville, Weaverville, Hendersonville, Waynesville, Brevard, Cherokee and more.

Stone tombstone with an engraved poem in a cemetery; the visible lines begin 'How shall I speak of Thee...' with trees in the background.
Asheville History
3 months ago
Tombstone Tales: Flat Rock grave links to Declaration of Independence signer

As America marks its 250th anniversary, a grave at St. John in the Wilderness Cemetery connects Flat Rock to one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence and a young man remembered not for his famous name, but for his character.

Two dogs lick a cup of dog-friendly ice cream labeled 'THE HOP' held by a person outdoors, sharing a treat.
Entertainment
3 months ago
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: June 19-21

The weekend lineup includes Juneteenth-related music in Pack Square Park, Father’s Day outings, mountain festivals, art markets and events in Asheville, Boone, Waynesville, Brevard and Sylva.

HVAC technician wearing a cap and safety glasses kneels by an outdoor air conditioner, inspecting wiring with a tablet.
HVAC System & Maintenance Expert
3 months ago
A homeowner’s guide to summer HVAC maintenance in Western North Carolina

MB HAYNES shares simple steps that can help your cooling system perform better during the hottest months of the year.

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