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Local
3 months ago
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: April 24-26

Local favorites and seasonal events highlight a busy weekend across the 828.

Business
3 months ago
Best appliance upgrades to reduce energy costs at home

Blossman Gas experts highlight propane ranges, dryers and water heaters for savings

Four wooden arched garage doors set in a stone building, with a covered porch and rustic stone columns. Outdoor lamps hang from the eave above the doors, and a shingled roof lines the upper level.
Business
4 months ago
Garage door upgrades offer high returns for Asheville homeowners

New doors boost curb appeal, energy efficiency and resale value, experts say

North Carolina regulators have released a statewide schedule of public hearings as they review Duke Energy’s request to raise electricity rates for customers across the state beginning in 2027.
Opinion
4 months ago
Questions about Duke Energy billing deserve answers

Customer says low usage doesn’t match $300 monthly charge, calls for transparency

Local
4 months ago
Asheville City SC looks ahead after historic Open Cup run

Blues earned the John Motta Trophy as top amateur team and aim to build on momentum in 2026 season

Local
4 months ago
Earth Day 2026 in Asheville and WNC: How locals can mark the day

From community efforts to simple ways to give back at home, here’s how Asheville and Western North Carolina can celebrate Earth Day on April 22.

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Asheville History
4 months ago
Strangeville: Why Burnsville, NC was named for a sea captain who never visited

Burnsville’s town square honors War of 1812 hero Otway Burns, the coastal sea captain whose support for western North Carolina helped earn him a mountain town bearing his name.

Crime & Safety
4 months ago
Asheville Fire launches volunteer emergency response team shaped by lessons from Helene

Shaped by lessons from Helene and other disasters, Asheville Fire’s new CERT program focuses on preparedness and neighbor-to-neighbor support.

Charred fallen logs and smoldering brush in a forest, with yellow caution tape and a roadside marker in view.
Local
4 months ago
Howard Gap Road reopens as Henderson County fire reaches 80% containment

Officials say no homes were damaged, but fire risk remains high as burn ban stays in place.

Health & Wellness
4 months ago
4 common workout myths that keep people from starting

Misconceptions about fitness often stop people before they begin. Here’s what to know as spring brings more chances to get moving in Western North Carolina.

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