Education
11 months ago
Schools announce delays as WNC braces for winter storm

Several Western North Carolina school districts are delaying the start of education due to inclement weather and road conditions

On The Town
11 months ago
Concrete plant decision kicked to February, residents denied standing

The controversial Southern Concrete Materials concrete plant proposal went to a Buncombe County Board of Adjustment hearing today, but the case isn’t over yet.

Housing
11 months ago
FEMA seeks properties to lease for Helene survivors

FEMA will pay the rent, while the survivor is responsible for utility costs and other expenses not covered in the lease.

Local
11 months ago
More than $1.65 billion headed to Asheville area for Helene recovery

The awards include $1,428,120,000 to the State of North Carolina and $225,010,000 directly to the City of Asheville

Local
11 months ago
Gulf low to bring snow, ice to Asheville area

The National Weather Service said significant accumulations are possible.

Education
11 months ago
School closures, delays in the Asheville area

Many schools have opted to delay the start of classes Wednesday because of hazardous travel conditions.

On The Town
11 months ago
Bender Gallery is ‘Standing Strong’ with storm-affected artists

Bender Gallery, a contemporary and pop art gallery in downtown Asheville, will be hosting local Asheville artists impacted by Hurricane Helene with their “Standing Strong” exhibition.

On The Town
11 months ago
Another Patton Avenue section to be closed for storm water project

New daytime road closures will begin on Jan. 10, limiting Patton Avenue to one lane in each direction. Drivers are encouraged to take I-240 or other detour routes to navigate downtown.

Business
11 months ago
Checking in on the Asheville food industry, according to AIR

After Hurricane Helene swept through the region, leaving many without water, power or, most tragically, a building left at all, the Asheville Independent Restaurant Association was there to bring the community back together.

Local
11 months ago
Winter storm expected this weekend in Asheville area

An area of low pressure moving along the Gulf Coast is expected to bring wintry weather to the area Friday