Jacob Vander-Weide

Jacob Vander Weide is a staff reporter for 828newsNOW. He is a graduate from Montreat College with a Bachelor's of Science in Christian Ministry. He enjoys long conversations and even longer drives. Contact him at jvander-weide@avlradio.com.

Outdoors
4 months ago
Strangeville: ‘Road to Nowhere’ routes through a broken promise

Swain County fought the federal government for decades. Their toil earned a multi-million dollar settlement and a tunnel leading to nowhere.

Sports
4 months ago
Tombstone Tales: Negro Leagues catcher buried in Asheville

Catcher in the Negro Leagues, Ernest Gatewood, retired to Asheville after his 14 years of professional baseball.

Lifestyle
4 months ago
Tips to make Mother’s Day extra special

Make this Mother’s Day a little more special by offering mom one of these experiences.

Local
4 months ago
What to do this weekend in The 828: May 9-11

Take the stress out of finding the perfect weekend event for the mother in your life with these local happenings.

Local
4 months ago
Jackson County residents petition to stop new gas station on Tuckasegee

A petition is seeking to end construction of a gas station on the bank of the Tuckasegee River in Jackson County, N.C.

Lifestyle
4 months ago
Why history matters this National Preservation Month

Discover what historic preservation is and why it matters today in honor of National Preservation Month.

Local
4 months ago
Strangeville: Asheville tunnels rumored to form subway

Asheville has had rumors of an underground tunnel network for 100 years. Learn the truth of the world beneath your feet.

Local
4 months ago
Pack’s Tavern has ghostly secrets beneath its floorboards

One of Asheville’s favorite restaurants has several abnormal and paranormal aspects to it. Hear the legends from the general manager.

Lifestyle
4 months ago
What is Cinco de Mayo?

Contrary to one popular misconception, Cinco de Mayo is not a celebration of Mexican independence.

Outdoors
4 months ago
Tombstone Tales: ‘Apostle of Great Smokies’ advocated for GSMNP

Great Smoky Mountains National Park may never have come to fruition without the advocacy of author Horace Sowers Kephart.

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