Helene damage Swannanoa 12-10-24
Business
1 year ago
More ways to get FEMA help in Asheville area

Check out this story for information about the types of help FEMA is offering Helene victims and how to apply

Education
1 year ago
Number of homeless students soars after Helene slams Asheville Area

Reports list more than 1,300 students in Buncombe County Schools as being without permanent homes.

On The Town
1 year ago
Roll the whole fam out for free Friday skating at Holiday Skate Jam

Asheville Parks & Recreation is hosting a free, festive holiday rollerskating extravaganza at Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville on Friday, Dec. 13.

The Artisan at Biltmore Park
Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Drive-by shooter attacked Tunnel Road businesses Tuesday night

Police are investigating a drive-by shooting which occurred on Tuesday night at the 100 block of businesses on Tunnel Road.

Local
1 year ago
Snow, high winds back in the Asheville area forecast

Some forecast models show minor snow accumulations even in the Asheville area.

Lee Burgess Wheeler, 64, has been charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. He is being held in the Buncombe County Detention Facility under no bond.
Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Woman shot, suspect taken into custody

Charges are pending in the case, the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office said

Local
1 year ago
Late Night Asheville unites 50+ downtown shops for festive Thursday

The Late Night Asheville event will feature free refreshments, live music and trolley stops at over 50 small businesses in downtown Asheville.

Rotary Club Asheville Helene disaster assistance
Local
1 year ago
Rotary Club of Asheville offers disaster relief grants

Rotary Clubs around the U.S. and Canada and individuals have contributed more than $150,000 to support the grant initiative

Buncombe County housing recovery grant Swannanoa Dec. 10, 2024
Housing
1 year ago
Buncombe County launches Helene recovery grant

Here’s where you may apply for a Helene Recovery Housing Assistance Grant, which will provide help with rent, mortgage or utility payments

Housing
1 year ago
Officials address stories of people living in tents in wake of Helene

Reports are being shared and elevated through social media, often by people from all over the country, who may or may not be on the ground in the region, officials said