Housing
10 months ago
Hundreds of structures destroyed in storm, officials say

Of the 2,100 damage assessment inspections completed by county staff, 314 structures are considered destroyed.

Lifestyle
10 months ago
What to do this week in The 828: Dec. 6-9

Hunting for the perfect outing this weekend? Find fun local events here.

On The Town
10 months ago
The Big Crafty returns: 180 artists selling work at downtown event

Semiannual The Big Crafty art fair features dozens of arts producing all sorts of crafts, work and wares. It returns this weekend, Dec. 7 and 8.

Business
10 months ago
Holly Jolly 2024: Black Mountain puts the ho-ho-ho in shopping local

The jolliest annual downtown event in Black Mountain is back. The Holly Jolly downtown festival is scheduled for 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 6.

Local
10 months ago
Area under a burn ban and wind advisory

It’s cold and windy, and officials have banned open burning.

On The Town
10 months ago
Gift hunting for something unusual? Try the Uncommon Holiday Market

The Uncommon Holiday Market is celebrating its 10th anniversary across two days this weekend in the Haywood Park Hotel. Items range from odd antiques to interesting art.

USGS landslide map
Local
10 months ago
Mapping Helene’s more than 2,000 landslides

Of the 103 storm-related deaths confirmed in North Carolina by the Office of Chief Medical Examiner, 23 were listed as being caused by landslides.

school bus weather closures
Education
10 months ago
Potential for black ice prompts school closures

Some school districts in the area are opting for a remote learning day on Wednesday

Local
10 months ago
Commission recap: Swearing in, bond review, DOJ funding

The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners has a new chair and vice chair.

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Housing
10 months ago
Property owners can get help applying for Hazard Mitigation Grant

The State Hazard Mitigation Team will be in Henderson County to help homeowners complete their Hazard Mitigation Grant Program applications.