The USGS reported a 4.1 magnitude quake about 9 a.m. about 13 miles southeast of Greenback, Tennessee.
The National Weather Service is already warning of heavy rain and isolated flooding starting this weekend.
The NCDOT says both westbound lanes of I-240 are closed just after Haywood Road because of a crash
The work is part of the southern section of the I-26 Connector project, which runs from the Smokey Park Highway interchange on I-40 to the I-26 interchange.
I-40 West in Asheville will be closed from 8 p.m. Friday to 6 a.m. Monday, from Hendersonville Road (Exit 50) to Interstate 26.
Focusing on native or well-adapted plants is an effective way to support biodiversity, pollination and a healthy ecosystem.
A body found in the French Broad River over the weekend has been identified as Garren Keith Gentry of Madison County.
Hail reported in some areas, Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued
Asheville Beer Week runs May 15-29.
Asheville Humane Society has three 20-day-old kittens (Eddy, Portage and Hydraulic) that will be ready for their forever homes in about five weeks.