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Man on a fish hatchery barge leaning into equipment, wearing shorts and knee-high waders, by green water.
Local
7 days ago
More than 1,300 catfish added to Lake Julian as summer season begins

State wildlife officials complete twice-yearly stocking of Buncombe County lake

image of government issued headstone in a cemetery in the mountains of western north carolina
Asheville History
7 days ago
Tombstone Tales: A World War I soldier’s grave in Buncombe County reflects meaning of Memorial Day

Walter Martin died in France during World War I and remained buried overseas for nearly three years before his remains were returned to Buncombe County.

Light brown camel standing and grazing in a dry, grassy field with sparse shrubs.
Local
7 days ago
Crowds, closures expected in Smokies for Memorial Day weekend

Rangers warn of full parking lots, longer drive times and limited cell service

Grogu (Baby Yoda) statue sits on a mossy log in a sunlit, misty forest.
Entertainment
1 week ago
‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ is cute, copy-and-paste ‘Star Wars’

The first new “Star Wars” movie in seven years is here! While far, far away from the galaxy’s best “Star Wars” flick, “The Mandalorian and Grogu” offers up cuteness in overdrive.

Rainy city intersection with multiple red lights, cars in traffic, and orange construction cones on the wet road.
Crime & Safety
1 week ago
Crashes spike at Patton Avenue intersection after U-turn removal

As recent traffic changes continue to reverberate across Asheville, N.C., one alteration has proven to be a more difficult adjustment than others: the removal of the U-turn at the intersection of Patton Avenue and Regent Park Boulevard.

Weather map titled 'Excessive Rainfall Outlook Through Tonight' showing color-coded outlook areas and labeled cities in the southeastern U.S. (Asheville, Charlotte, Morganton, etc.). The legend bottom-right indicates marginal to high risk levels.
Local
1 week ago
Rainy Memorial Day weekend ahead for Asheville region

Thunderstorms, heavy downpours and localized flooding possible through Memorial Day

Cameron Blaine Taylor
Crime & Safety
1 week ago
Buncombe detention officer fired, charged in criminal investigation

Former detention officer held on $10,000 bond as criminal investigation continues

Colorful wildflower meadow along a dirt path with green trees and blue mountains in the distance.
Local
1 week ago
Summer in Asheville and WNC: A guide to day trips, waterfalls, festivals and more

Families, visitors and locals can find ideas for Blue Ridge Parkway drives, swimming holes, dog-friendly outings, live music and summer events across the mountains.

Front view of a blue and green city bus with a bike rack on the bumper and an amber destination sign above the windshield, parked on a street.
Local
1 week ago
Faster buses or closer stops? Asheville puts transit choices to the public

Survey open through June 28 as officials seek rider feedback on trade-offs

Traffic moves slowly above an active construction work zone on Interstate 40 near the Pigeon River Gorge, where holiday travel, ongoing repairs and reduced speeds can combine to create backups during peak periods.
Local
1 week ago
Road trip ready? These apps can help Memorial Day travelers dodge delays

In the Asheville area, I-26, I-40 and the Pigeon River Gorge could see heavy traffic through the holiday weekend

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