On The Town
8 months ago
Memorial Day GRINDFest weekend includes plays, braids and main festival

GRINDFest 2025 attendees can expect to see everything from gospel music to braiding competitions this weekend. Tickets can be found at www.grindfestavl.com/events.

Local
8 months ago
Rail freight returns to Asheville area for first time since Helene

For the first time since Tropical Storm Helene devastated the region in September 2024, freight rail service has resumed for Asheville-area businesses

Local
8 months ago
Check for closures before hitting the roads this weekend

Remember, there are still some Tropical Storm Helene-related road closures in the area

Local
8 months ago
Asheville City Soccer Club battles to draw in home opener

The Women of Asheville City battled to a high-octane 3-3 draw against Southern Soccer Academy in the home opener Saturday at Greenwood Field.

Local
8 months ago
Missing: Teen last seen at Kensington Place Apartments

Nadiia Egypt Acosta was last seen about 10 p.m. Saturday, May 17, at her home in the Kensington Place Apartments.

Crime & Safety
8 months ago
Haywood County man charged with kidnapping

A Haywood County man has been charged with first-degree kidnapping in the disappearance of a woman in the Emma community in January

Buncombe County Administration Office
Local
8 months ago
Commission recap: Buncombe board advances major initiatives

The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners advanced several initiatives related to disaster recovery, community planning and fiscal policy.

Lake Junaluska
Local
8 months ago
Day trips: 12 lakes within 2 hours of Asheville

From fishing and boating at Fontana Lake to swimming at Lake James, these close-to-home escapes offer the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.

Local
8 months ago
Rain moves in for last part of holiday weekend

Cooler temperatures, lighter winds and sunshine on tap Friday — the perfect setup for a day outside before rain returns by the end of the weekend

Local
8 months ago
Asheville Tourists give up five-run lead in loss

The Greensboro Grasshoppers strung together another comeback win over the Asheville Tourists in an 8-6 finish on Thursday night at McCormick Field.