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Local
2 years ago
Asheville’s first all-abilities playground nearly ready to open

The Murphy-Oakley playground, designed for people of all abilities, is set to open June 25.

Obituaries
2 years ago
Willie Don Clark, 1952-2024

Willie Clark passed away on May 8, 2024, in Asheville, N.C. Asheville Mortuary Services […]

Obituaries
2 years ago
Kathy Tecklenburg Dixon, 1955-2024

Kathy Tecklenburg Dixon, 68, of Asheville, N.C., passed away on May 10, 2024. She […]

A white squirrel in Brevard
On The Town
2 years ago
So many weekend events: What’s a white squirrel to do?

There’s simply too much to do this weekend as Western North Carolina jumps into the summer season — and honors the fallen on Memorial Day.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Man and six vehicles hit in shooting at Asheville apartment complex

Police are investigating a shooting on Granada Street that left a man injured and six vehicles damaged.

Education
2 years ago
Head Start in limbo as Housing Authority explores options

A request for proposals for child care services has sparked concerns about the future of Head Start classes in Asheville public housing facilities.

Local
2 years ago
Property tax increase included in Buncombe County budget plan

Facing a “cooling” of sales tax revenue, persistent price inflation and high cost of living adjustments, Buncombe County might seek a property tax hike.

Education
2 years ago
Hendersonville, county in tug of war over school officer funding

Funding for school resource officers at four schools in Hendersonville is up in the air.

Housing
2 years ago
Commissioners clear funds for major expansion of affordable housing

Panel allocates about $15.6 million from a voter-approved bond toward six projects and sets aside another $3.1 million for other housing-related programs and projects.

Local
2 years ago
Veteran Stand Down event, Memorial Day service planned

Several events planned for this week and next are aimed at veterans the those who honor them.