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Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Police blotter: Fatal crash, embezzlement, break-ins

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

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Juvenile killed in shooting at Weaverville Walmart

Authorities called it an isolated incident and said there was no threat to the community.

Lifestyle
1 year ago
Brevard opens the door for President Carter

President Carter devoted his post-presidential years to building homes for people in need. Today, a memorial door honors the many doors his service opened for thousands of families.

Local
1 year ago
828 roundup: Love, protests and radio

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

Lifestyle
1 year ago
Tombstone Tales: Respected midwife and nurse of Asheville

Tempie Avery served as a midwife and nurse to the mothers and babies of Asheville decades before modern medicine, earning the respect of black and white families alike.

Outdoors
1 year ago
‘Target for completion is June 1,’ says Corps of Engineers on river cleanup

“The mission you see behind me, the waterway mission, our target for completion is June 1. For our private property debris removal mission, our target is June 30,” said U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Corporal Brad Morgan.

Local
1 year ago
Summer camp sign-ups in Asheville and WNC: a simple timeline for families

In Western North Carolina, many popular camps start filling spots well before spring. Here’s a straightforward month-by-month timeline to help families research options, plan around vacations, and be ready when registration opens.

Local
1 year ago
Three benefits of attending summer camp in Asheville and Western North Carolina

Summer camps across Asheville and Western North Carolina give kids a place to stay social, try new activities, and spend more time outdoors while school is out. Here are a few everyday benefits families often look for when choosing a camp.

Politics
1 year ago
Buncombe sheriff clarifies stance on cooperating with ICE

Following increased ICE activity since President Trump’s inauguration, Buncombe County Sheriff Quentin E. Miller explains his approach to dealing with agents of the controversial federal agency.

Local
1 year ago
Airport construction on schedule despite Hurricane Helene

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) lost only three percent of passengers due to Hurricane Helene and continued progress on the new north concourse.