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Crime & Safety
1 week ago
Asheville man pleads guilty to 10 counts of child sexual abuse

Bruce Ellison McCall, 65, plead guilty to five counts of second degree sexual exploitation of a minor and five counts of third degree sexual exploitation of a minor in Buncombe Superior Court earlier this month.

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Entertainment
1 week ago
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: June 12-14

Festivals, concerts, stage productions, outdoor races and community events fill the June 12-14 weekend across Asheville, Black Mountain, Weaverville, Lake Lure and other WNC towns.

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Eye Care Expert
1 week ago
Choosing an eye doctor in Asheville? Look beyond star ratings

Asheville Eye Associates explains why detailed reviews, patient stories and clear communication can help people make more informed decisions about eye care.

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Crime & Safety
1 week ago
Asheville police investigating three unrelated weekend gunfire incidents

The Asheville Police Department is investigating three different gun discharges that occurred between Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6.

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Asheville History
2 weeks ago
Tombstone Tales: Biltmore Estate stone was used to carve this historic Asheville cemetery angel

The Riverside Cemetery monument was carved by English stoneworker Fred Miles from limestone left over from Biltmore Estate’s construction.

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Entertainment
2 weeks ago
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: June 5-7

Events in Asheville and Western North Carolina this weekend include Asheville HoneyFest, WNC JeepFest, Asheville Pickle Festival, Hendersonville Pride, live music, outdoor events and stage performances.

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Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
Man with 10 years of indecent exposure history arrested on 5 new counts

The Asheville Police Department has arrested Michael Matthew Murphy Jr., 44, as a suspect in a series of indecent exposure incidents in downtown Asheville. Murphy has previous convictions for indecent exposure dating back to 2016.

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Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
No charges filed after fatal crash on Hendersonville Road in Asheville

APD officers responded to reports of a crash around 3:37 p.m. on Tuesday, May 26 at the 2160 block of Hendersonville Road. No charges will be filed.

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Ask The Expert
2 weeks ago
How often should you clean your dryer vent?

Warmstead explains how clogged dryer vents can affect appliance performance, energy use and fire safety.

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Crime & Safety
2 weeks ago
Loving, Grant indicted on Fairview murder charges, felony conspiracy

Star Grant, 16, and Devan Loving, 28, have been indicted by a Buncombe County grand jury for the murders of Sharon Grant, Kimberly Grant and Travis Grant, as well as felony conspiracy. However, court records indicate the murder indictments are split between the two suspects.