Perspectives
11 months ago
Theatre review: ‘9 to 5’ at Mars Hill messy but unmistakably Dolly

Mars Hill University staged a fun but flawed production of Dolly Parton musical “9 to 5” from Feb. 27 to March 2 at Owen Theatre.

Local
11 months ago
Strangeville: Cherokee village disappeared without a trace

In the mid-1700’s, a Cherokee settlement known as Kanasta vanished in Western North Carolina. Legend has it they entered a mountain and never returned.

Local
11 months ago
Trout stocking schedule revised because of Helene; maps available

Because of Helene, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission has revised its spring and summer trout stocking schedule.

Local
11 months ago
Multiple wildfires have scorched hundreds of acres across the area

Multiple wildfires are ongoing across the area

Local
11 months ago
Crews battle 50-acre wildfire near Hookers Gap

Crews were battling several wildfires across the state Saturday night, including one on a ridge near Hookers Gap.

Local
11 months ago
Evacuate: Crews battling brush fire near Tryon

An evacuation order was issued for areas near Tryon on Saturday afternoon because of a wildfire.

Local
11 months ago
Wildfire burning off Pisgah View Road in West Asheville

A fire is burning off Pisgah View Road near McKinney Road.

Local
11 months ago
828 roundup: I-40 to reopen, new podcast, things to do

Here’s a look at the top local news stories from 828newsNOW this week.

Asheville History
11 months ago
Tombstone Tales: World’s heaviest twins were pro-wrestlers from Hendersonville

Recognized by Guinness World Records, Benny and Billy McCrary, or McGuire, were famous showmen and wrestlers, wowing audiences with their immense size, each weighing over 700 pounds.

Ask The Expert
11 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.