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Asheville History
1 year ago
Strangeville: The Ghost of Emily at Lees-McRae College

Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk has a haunted history centered on the ghost of Emily, a mysterious figure said to roam Tate Hall and the campus library.

Asheville History
1 year ago
Tombstone Tales: McCormick Field is renamed, who was Lewis McCormick?

As Asheville’s historic McCormick Field becomes HomeTrust Park, some locals say it will always be McCormick Field. Here is the story behind the doctor whose “Swat the Fly” campaign helped shape Asheville history.

Entertainment
1 year ago
Fantastic… fine: ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ review – 828reviewsNOW

“The Fantastic Four: First Steps” may be better than previous attempts at bringing Marvel’s First Family to the big screen, but it falls short of anything truly fantastic. Read our review of the new Marvel movie, starring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Ebon Moss-Bachrach and Joseph Quinn.

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Heat index set to climb as heat wave hits Asheville area

Hydrating and staying cool are going to be very important these next few days

Local
1 year ago
NOAA shakeup involves Asheville office leadership

Two NOAA officials were placed on leave amid speculation their roles in the 2019 “Sharpiegate” investigation may be connected to the move

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Fugitive in Tennessee killing taken into custody in Asheville

According to media reports from Knoxville, the victim was hit with a hammer and then shot. He died at the scene.

Local
1 year ago
Traffic Alert: Wreck causes traffic delays on New Leicester Highway

Traffic is backing up after a crash in the CVS/Dunkin’ Donuts area of New Leicester Highway in Asheville

Road Closed sign
Local
1 year ago
Traffic Alert: Crash closes Tunnel Road near Bell Elementary

Asheville authorities expect the closure to last until around noon

Local
1 year ago
RNC Chair Whatley to run for NC Senate seat with Trump’s backing

President Donald Trump’s daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, passed on running for the seat

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Cyclist hurt in late-night assault in north Asheville

The incident happened about 10 p.m. Wednesday in the 200 block of Merrimon Avenue