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Brick-wall mural featuring ornamental text 'Burlington' with a 'Welcome' banner and ribbons reading 'North Carolina'—a city welcome sign.
Asheville History
5 months ago
Strangeville: Why Thomas Wolfe testified in a Yancey County murder trial

The Asheville author testified in a Yancey County murder trial after witnessing a Burnsville confrontation one week before a deadly shooting.

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Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Fairview killings timeline: From welfare checks to murder charges

The homicide investigation continues to unfold after a family was found dead inside their home earlier this month

Pool deck with warning signs near the water edge, including 'No diving' and 'Too shallow' messages.
On The Town
5 months ago
6 public pools splash back to Asheville for Memorial Day weekend

Six public pools in Buncombe County will open for the season next weekend, just in time for the Memorial Day holiday.

Group of people crowd around a large ceremonial check with a green mascot in the center, balloons on both sides, and Burlington branding visible all around, celebrating a donation of $5,000 to Haw Creek Elementary School.
Business
5 months ago
Brand-new Burlington opens on Tunnel Road, donates to Haw Creek Elementary

Burlington, a national off-price retailer, has opened a new store on Tunnel Road in Asheville. During the ribbon cutting, store staff presented Haw Creek Elementary School with a check for $5,000.

Asheville City SC celebrates its opening-round upset against the Greenville Triumph in the US Open Cup.
Sports
5 months ago
Asheville City SC returns to Greenwood Field with unified USL vision

Club highlights integrated performance system, expanded health partnerships and community focus

Local
5 months ago
Rep. Chuck Edwards faces House ethics investigation over harassment allegations

North Carolina Republican says he welcomes investigation, denies allegations of harassment and hostile work environment

Weather map showing Sunday high temperatures across western NC and upstate SC, with orange shading around 86–91°F.
Local
5 months ago
Hot, humid stretch ahead for Asheville area as highs push toward 90

Forecasters say warm, humid pattern will build through early next week before late-week cold front brings rain chances

Community
5 months ago
Lake Lure to lure over 800 visitors for Memorial Day beach reopening

Nearly 20 months after Tropical Storm Helene devastated the lakeside town, Lake Lure is poised to celebrate its grand reopening over Memorial Day.

Bright basement space with white support columns, a carpeted main area, and a wooden arched doorway beside a short black staircase.
Restoration & Clean Up Service Expert
5 months ago
5 warning signs your home may have hidden water damage

Small issues can point to bigger problems if they’re left unchecked.

Bearded man in a brown prison jumpsuit behind a metal bar enclosure, looking toward the camera.
Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Loving held without bond in Buncombe triple homicide case

Prosecutors say Devan Loving and teen co-defendant admitted involvement