news
11 months ago
Fletcher man killed by deputy; daughter found safe

A Fletcher man who was last seen earlier this month with his daughter was shot and killed Friday, Dec. 20, in Haywood County.

Local
11 months ago
New slope failure will delay reopening of I-40

Another chunk of asphalt fell away from an eastbound lane of I-40 in the Pigeon River Gorge last, which will delay the reopening of the interstate.

Business
11 months ago
Which Asheville restaurants are open for the holidays?

If you plan to dine out in Asheville during the holidays, many local eateries will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

Santa dog
Local
11 months ago
Do you have a Christmas stocking for your dog?

Here are some fun and practical stocking stuffer ideas for your canine friend

Local
11 months ago
Here are some ideas to fill your cat’s Christmas stocking

Here are some fun ideas for stocking stuffers to keep your cat entertained and happy

Music
11 months ago
Behind ‘Best of Asheville’: Finkelstein’s 120 years of music

Finkelstein’s is a Silver Medal winner in the 2024 “Best of Asheville” edition for Music Instrument Shop. The pawn shop is located in the heart of downtown Asheville.

Crime & Safety
11 months ago
828 crime blotter: Camper theft, passing a school bus

Here are some of the highlights, according to social media posts and news releases.

Rafael Guastavino (1842-1908), a renowned Spanish architect famous for constructing some of the largest freestanding domes in the world, is entombed in the Basilica of St. Lawrence in Asheville, the church which he personally financed and designed. 
Lifestyle
11 months ago
Tombstone Tales: ‘Architect of New York’ interred in Asheville basilica

The Basilica of St. Lawrence was Rafael Guastavino’s final project before his death in 1908.

Local
11 months ago
828 roundup: A shooting, a stabbing, flood-damaged parks

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from 828newsNOW this week.

Lifestyle
11 months ago
Cats and dogs: Amy Adams is ‘Nightbitch’ and a ‘The Lion King’ prequel – 828reviewsNOW

Two animal-centric films are in the December cinematic zeitgeist: “Nightbitch,” starring Amy Adams, and “Mufasa: The Lion King,” a prequel “Lion King” film.