On The Town
6 months ago
What to do this weekend in the 828: Aug. 1-3

Whether you’re into water activities, handcrafted art or intergalactic adventures, the Asheville area offers something for everyone this weekend. From outdoor excursions and live music to local craft fairs and a Star Trek-themed event, we have your definitive list of things to do in our weekend guide.

Community
6 months ago
Traffic chokes major Asheville arteries during mid-week maintenance

Traffic along several major roads in Asheville today is congested and slow-moving as maintenance and repairs shut down lanes.

Local
6 months ago
Spartanburg shuts out Asheville in series opener

The game slipped away in the eighth inning when Asheville relievers combined to issue five walks

Local
6 months ago
Former Gov. Roy Cooper to run for Senate in 2026

The former two-term governor will immediately become the front-runner for the Democratic nomination in the race to succeed retiring Republican Sen. Thom Tillis.

Asheville History
6 months ago
Strangeville: The Ghost of Emily at Lees-McRae College

Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk has a haunted history centered on the ghost of Emily, a mysterious figure said to roam Tate Hall and the campus library.

Asheville History
6 months ago
Tombstone Tales: Dr. Lewis McCormick, Asheville’s fly-fighting pioneer

He was the Asheville doctor folks laughed at until his fly-swatting campaign helped spark a nationwide movement for cleaner, healthier cities.

Local
6 months ago
RNC Chair Whatley to run for NC Senate seat with Trump’s backing

President Donald Trump’s daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, passed on running for the seat

On The Town
6 months ago
What to do this weekend in the 828: July 25–27

A Shrek-themed rave, Halloween in the summertime and an all-day celebration in Cherokee, N.C. are among the things to do in the 828 this weekend. Read our full guide for more.

Local
7 months ago
Tourists come up short in back-and-forth contest

The Asheville Tourists opened a six-game series against Bowling Green with a 5-4 loss to the Hot Rods

Crime & Safety
7 months ago
Missing child: APD seeks help finding 14-year-old Kelsey Billings

Kelsey Billings, 14, is a white female, 5 feet 2 inches tall and around 100 pounds, with red hair that has been dyed black and blue eyes. Billings was last seen around 1:30 a.m. on Friday, July 18 at a relative’s residence on Westmore Drive.

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