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.

Lifestyle
9 months ago
Tombstone Tales: WCU basketball legend buried in Asheville

Henry Logan, who played college basketball at Western Carolina University from 1965-1968, and two years of professional basketball in the ABA, is considered one of the best college basketball athletes of all time. He is buried in Asheville, N.C.

Lifestyle
9 months ago
What to do this weekend in The 828: Dec. 13-15

The holiday season is ramping up in preparation for Christmas Day. Check out the events happening this weekend in your local community.

Lifestyle
9 months ago
Christmas History: The Wild West holiday season

The holiday season in the Wild West was festive, but apart from grizzly bear meat, it was anything but wild. Here’s what Christmas was like for the pioneers in the American West.

Local
9 months ago
Community expresses concern after snipers spotted at parade

Many expressed concerns about the snipers because they didn’t appear to be wearing police uniforms.

Lifestyle
9 months ago
Tombstone Tales: Host of the ‘Father of American Methodism’ buried in Asheville

Daniel Killian, a pioneer of WNC, hosted Bishop Francis Asbury in his home on nearly a dozen occasions from 1800-1810.

Lifestyle
9 months ago
What to do this week in The 828: Dec. 6-9

Hunting for the perfect outing this weekend? Find fun local events here.

Metro Christmas lights
Lifestyle
9 months ago
Christmas History: Civil War Turmoil

Santa Claus was propaganda. Northerners and Southerners made sacrifices for Christmas in the name of patriotism.

Lifestyle
9 months ago
Cyber Monday: Shopping made easy with Asheville Deal

Make your Cyber Monday experience easy with Asheville Deal with offers on local restaurants, travel packages and more.

Lifestyle
9 months ago
Tombstone Tales: ‘First Lady of Appalachian Literature’ buried in Asheville

Avid environmentalist and Appalachian author of “The French Broad” is buried in Asheville.

Lifestyle
10 months ago
What to do this weekend in The 828: Nov. 29 – Dec. 1

Small Business Saturday is this weekend. Find out where to shop for local, handmade crafts this weekend.

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