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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.

Local
1 year ago
Swain County under threat from wildfire

At 500 acres, the wildfire is burning only a few miles south of Bryson City

Local
1 year ago
Where to satisfy your International Waffle Day cravings

Two of Asheville’s waffle-serving restaurants reveal the magic behind their crispy, golden waffles.

Education
1 year ago
Continuing Education at local college offers crafting courses to all

Quilting and upholstery classes are taught by Lani Hendrix, a more than 40-year teacher at Haywood Community College in Clyde, N.C.

Lifestyle
1 year ago
What to do this weekend in The 828: March 21-23

Taylor Swift and the Harlem Globetrotters are just a sample of what Asheville has to offer this weekend. Find out what event you will attend now.

On The Town
1 year ago
Asheville’s puppet community takes to the streets

Street Creature Puppets explains their mission to make puppetry a community art experience for W.N.C. and educate the public on environmental concerns.

Local
1 year ago
16-car pile up on I-26

A massive vehicle wreck is causing severe traffic delays near Hendersonville, N.C.

Lifestyle
1 year ago
What to do this weekend in The 828: March 14-16

With National Quilting Day and St. Patrick’s Day coming up, The 828 is sewing and brewing plenty of weekend activities for you to enjoy.

On The Town
1 year ago
What to do this weekend in The 828: March 7-9

Basketball, historic walking tours and the grand opening of a new community art space are only a few of the events happening this weekend in the greater Asheville area.

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Sirens sound for annual tornado drill

A statewide tornado drill is set for Friday, March 7, 2025. Use the time to prepare your plans for the possibility of a future natural disaster.

Local
1 year ago
Asheville Fire Department wants you in a fire truck

The Asheville Fire Department (AFD) has announced the return of the Citizens Fire Academy. You can learn the importance of fire safety with the experts.