Politics
6 months ago
What to expect at the Asheville City Council meeting: April 8

For Asheville residents unable to attend the Asheville City Council meeting this evening, 828newsNOW has summarized what is on the agenda for the city government.

Health & Wellness
7 months ago
Homelessness in Asheville area up from last year, survey shows

The count identified 755 people experiencing homelessness in Buncombe County

Ask The Expert
8 months ago
Ask the Expert: Join a team of Experts at MB HAYNES

At MB HAYNES, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families.

Health & Wellness
8 months ago
Sunny reopening at Veterans Healing Farm, newly minted telehealth station

Nonprofit organization Veterans Healing Farm marked their recommencement with a double ribbon cutting ceremony: The occasion was accompanied by the debut of a VA Telehealth Station.

Housing
8 months ago
State asks how you would spend $1.4B hurricane revitalization grant

Newly created N.C. Division of Community Revitalization is asking for public comments on the best uses for a $1.4 billion grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Outdoors
8 months ago
‘Target for completion is June 1,’ says Corps of Engineers on river cleanup

“The mission you see behind me, the waterway mission, our target for completion is June 1. For our private property debris removal mission, our target is June 30,” said U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Corporal Brad Morgan.

Perspectives
8 months ago
‘What’s going on here?’: Edwards team addresses community concerns

Congressman Chuck Edwards sent out his mobile office, the Carolina Cruiser, today, Feb. 4, to address community concerns in Woodfin. Citizens came prepared with questions about FEMA and Elon Musk.

Ask The Expert
9 months ago
Ask the Expert: Mark your calendar for the 2025 WNC Build and Remodel Expo

The Expo is set for Saturday, March 22, and Sunday, March 23, at the WNC Agricultural Center. The event will be a one-stop destination for inspiration, advice, and practical tools to rebuild, remodel, or refresh the place you call home.

On The Town
9 months ago
Concert for Carolina raised $24.5 million for recovery – then what?

The massive Concert for Carolina benefit show drew in millions of dollars of aid in October 2024. Where did that money go after and what has it been used for since?

FEMA center Asheville Mall
Housing
9 months ago
FEMA temporary housing extended and expanded

Transitional Shelter Assistance (TSA) has been extended for Tropical Storm Helene victims. A new temporary housing option is now available.