Obituaries
1 year ago
Ronnie Ruff, 1952-2024

Ronnie Ruff, 72 years old passed away June 8, 2024. He was strong, courageous, […]

On The Town
1 year ago
Juneteenth celebrations scheduled throughout Asheville

Events include a block party, free lunch and learning sessions, a Juneteenth gala and Juneteenth-themed music events downtown.

Mercedes Margreit Morgan
Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Arrest made in stabbings of two women on Atkinson Street

A woman accused of stabbing two women during a fight on Atkinson Street was arrested earlier this month

On The Town
1 year ago
Juneteenth series offers lessons on history and Civil Rights legacies

Lessons on the legacy of three slain Civil Rights workers helped kick off a “Lunch & Learn” series as part Juneteenth commemorations in Asheville.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Covid-19 funds could extend Community Paramedic program

Buncombe County commissioners could allocate $514,085 in COVID funds to the Community Paramedic Collaborative.

Education
1 year ago
Pollinator celebration set for Warren Wilson College

The Pollinator Day Celebration is set for noon-6 p.m. Saturday on the campus of Warren Wilson College

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Budget woes, repair issues to temporarily shut YWCA pool

The YWCA plans to close its pool for critical repairs on June 28

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Two injured in shooting Saturday in South Asheville

Two people were treated for non-life-threatening injuries late Saturday night following a shooting in South Asheville, police said.

On The Town
1 year ago
Asheville Ideas Fest brings luminaries to enlighten city this week

The annual event covers eclectic topics from spiritual development to urban improvement and political polarization.

Bryson DeChambeau reacts after missing a putt on the 16th hole during the final round of the U.S. Open golf tournament Sunday, June 16, 2024, in Pinehurst, N.C. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)
Sports
1 year ago
DeChambeau outduels McIlroy to seize U.S. Open title

It’s heartbreak for Rory McIlroy, who took and later lost a final round lead to Bryson DeChambeau, at Pinehurst No. 2.