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Local
1 year ago
Asheville says last day to place storm debris in the right-of-way is March 1

The final date to place storm debris in the right-of-way (ROW) for collection is Friday, March 1, 2025

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Bird flu part two: Dead waterfowl at Osceola Lake positive for virus

Several dead waterfowl were found at Osceola Lake earlier this month. One of them has tested positive for Avian Influenza H5N1, also known as bird flu.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Update: UNC Asheville addresses ‘Save the woods’ neighborhood movement

An Asheville Facebook group called Save the Woods has amassed nearly 2,800 members in support of preventing the development of a section of forest near University of North Carolina Asheville.

Local
1 year ago
Strangeville: Three-time presidential nominee’s house in Asheville

The home of William Jennings Bryan, the famed orator and three-time Democratic presidential nominee, is in Asheville, N.C. near the Grove Park Inn.

Lifestyle
1 year ago
Tombstone Tales: Respected midwife and nurse of Asheville

Tempie Avery served as a midwife and nurse to the mothers and babies of Asheville decades before modern medicine, earning the respect of black and white families alike.

There are many summer camps in the Asheville area that cater to kids who enjoy arts and crafts. (Photo credit: Metro Creative Graphics)
Local
1 year ago
Summer camp sign-ups in Asheville and WNC: a simple timeline for families

In Western North Carolina, many popular camps start filling spots well before spring. Here’s a straightforward month-by-month timeline to help families research options, plan around vacations, and be ready when registration opens.

Local
1 year ago
Three benefits of attending summer camp in Asheville and Western North Carolina

Summer camps across Asheville and Western North Carolina give kids a place to stay social, try new activities, and spend more time outdoors while school is out. Here are a few everyday benefits families often look for when choosing a camp.

Music
1 year ago
February concert calendar: Live music in Asheville area this month

Asheville is a town renowned for its live music scene. Check out who’s coming to nine local music venues in February in our monthly concert calendar.

The Swannanoa Tunnel entrance on the western end of its nearly 2,000 foot length.
Lifestyle
2 years ago
Tombstone Tales: Incarcerated African Americans built WNC railroad

The Western North Carolina Railroad was built by compulsory prisoner labor killing dozens.

Lifestyle
2 years ago
Forgot Valentine’s Day? Make reservations with 828newsNOW and friends

If you have not found a restaurant to eat Valentine’s Day dinner at yet, check out some of our local recommendations.

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