Perspectives
9 months ago
The Oscars are Sunday: What will win, should win and where to watch – 828reviewsNOW

The 97th Academy Awards will be televised beginning at 7 p.m., Sunday, March 2 on ABC and streamed on Hulu. Before the stars hit the red carpet, read our analysis of who’s coming home with Oscar gold and why.

Local
9 months ago
Construction begins on new Haw Creek Road sidewalk

Construction is underway on a new sidewalk along New Haw Creek Road, a project that will add about a mile of pedestrian infrastructure to one of Haw Creek’s main thoroughfares.

Local
9 months ago
Buncombe County arson investigation leads to conviction

A Buncombe County arson investigation that began in 2021 has led to the conviction of Ashley Neal, who was sentenced Monday for multiple arson-related charges stemming from a series of barn fires in the Leicester community.

On The Town
9 months ago
How Plants for Everyone grows community through an annual sale

The Plants for Everyone plant sale will be held from noon to 6 p.m., Saturday, March 1 at Smith Mill Works, 80 Cowan Cove Road.

Local
9 months ago
Buncombe County issues burn ban amid fire danger conditions

The Buncombe County Fire Marshal’s Office has issued a temporary ban on open burning, effective Thursday, February 27 at 2 p.m., due to extreme fire danger conditions, including low humidity and strong winds.

Business
9 months ago
Regenerating Asheville to open community space for revitalization initiatives

The Regen Hub is designed to be a space for collaboration, innovation and resource sharing

Lifestyle
9 months ago
What to do this weekend in The 828: Feb. 28-March 2

Mardi Gras is nearly here. Asheville has several experiences to celebrate the tradition. Join in on the party with these events.

Crime & Safety
9 months ago
Barnardsville man arrested in CVS robbery

Authorities have arrested a Barnardsville man in an armed robbery at the CVS on Monticello Road in Weaverville on Wednesday evening.

Health & Wellness
9 months ago
Sunny reopening at Veterans Healing Farm, newly minted telehealth station

Nonprofit organization Veterans Healing Farm marked their recommencement with a double ribbon cutting ceremony: The occasion was accompanied by the debut of a VA Telehealth Station.

Local
9 months ago
Road Report: NC 9 to be closed nightly next week

A portion of N.C. 9 will be closed 7 p.m.-7 a.m. from March 3-10 so crews can work with as little impact on motorists as possible.