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Community
6 months ago
‘Save the Woods’ walkout draws dozens of UNC Asheville students, community members

A crowd of University of North Carolina Asheville students, Asheville community members and local leaders attended a walkout today in front of the Highsmith Student Union on UNC Asheville campus. The protest was organized in support of “Save the Woods,” a local rallying cry for the preservation of 45 acres of nearby urban forest.

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Suspect charged in Henderson County killings

Suspect faces two first-degree murder counts and attempted murder charges, sheriff’s office says

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
Asheville police ask for help locating teen facing new felony charges

Detectives say additional victims may be involved in ongoing investigation

Community
6 months ago
Duke Energy to upgrade electric grid in Weaverville

Downtown work expected to begin in February and continue through mid-April, with traffic impacts likely

Local
6 months ago
Frigid air, gusty winds bring hazards to Asheville area

Wind chills, fire danger and minor wintry weather expected across Western North Carolina

Local
6 months ago
PGA TOUR names event director for Biltmore Championship Asheville

Nate Goldsnider brings nearly a decade of experience in golf and major sporting events

Education
6 months ago
Some schools in Asheville area delay start times after frigid night

Several districts opt for delayed starts because of concerns about road conditions

Arts & Culture
6 months ago
NC author Katelyn Williams on writing a book for ‘Brown Girls’ everywhere

On Tuesday, Jan. 13, debut author Katelyn Williams published her first children’s book, “What Can Brown Girls Do?,” a spotlight on the accomplishments of eight real-world Black and Brown women, written by Williams and illustrated by Danielle Arrington.

Community
6 months ago
‘Love, Marquee’: Art gallery to host 4th anniversary Valentine’s bash

Next month, Marquee Asheville will ring in four years of Asheville community with a Valentine’s celebration.

Business
6 months ago
Long Verizon outage ends, company offers credit to customers

Wireless voice and data services restored after disruption; users advised to restart devices if problems persist