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2 years ago

Mars Hill’s Tucker, UNCA’s Duncan to join NC Sports Hall of Fame

UNCA’s Sheila Ford Duncan and Mars Hill University’s Marilyn “Que” Tucker are set to be enshrined the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame this week.

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Politics

6 hours ago

Asheville, Buncombe County political candidates to gather for downtown forum

Candidates for Asheville Mayor, Asheville City Council and Buncombe County Commissioner will be in attendance for a forum next week at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Asheville.

Local

11 hours ago

Best of Asheville 2026 winners announced after more than 255,000 votes

The annual community choice awards recognized 394 winners across Asheville and Western North Carolina.

Politics

4 hours ago

Buncombe County names new Director of Public Safety Communications

Alex McKnight has become the new director of Buncombe County Public Safety Communications after serving as the interim director for four months. McKnight plans to focus the department on responsible AI use, deeper integration with public safety partners and more.

Sports

4 hours ago

Bulldogs basketball: UNC Asheville announces Big South Conference schedule

The University of North Carolina Asheville men’s basketball team has announced its 2026-27 Big South Conference schedule, which includes eight games at home inside the Kimmel Arena.

Crime & Safety

2 hours ago

Asheville man convicted of murder in Pisgah View Apartments shooting case

Tyran Dewayne Burton, 35, has been convicted of second-degree murder and other charges for his involvement in a 2020 shooting at Pisgah View Apartments in Asheville, N.C.