Blaze burning near Bald Mountain Road is more than 50% contained; no homes threatened
Jonah Thomas Roberts born at 3:46 a.m., hospital officials say
Flack, Osbourne and Giuffre’s deaths resonated beyond their immediate circles, sparking conversations about art, activism and social justice
Legends, local history and food took center stage in 2025
Gusts up to 55 mph expected overnight in Buncombe, Mitchell and Yancey counties
North Carolina Forest Service discourages outdoor burning amid New Year’s weather
Hospitals restrict visits to protect vulnerable patients amid increasing influenza activity
After previously sharing they would close their doors at the end of 2025, Echo Mountain Recording has announced its echo hasn’t died out after all. The Asheville-based recording company will reopen their Church studio space on Feb. 1, 2026.
Pack Memorial Library has released lists of the six most frequently checked-out books, movies and music from 2025. The selections reflect a wide variety of taste among the Buncombe County library community.
The Acting Company, a New York-based and Tony Award-winning theater troupe, will perform productions of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” and “Great Expectations” next month at the Diana Wortham Theatre in downtown Asheville.