Local
2 years ago
Memorial Day events scheduled throughout the region

Here’s where you can honor the fallen and commemorate Memorial Day across Western North Carolina.

Morning skies over Asheville, N.C., on May 23, 2023.
Local
2 years ago
WEATHER UPDATE: Severe thunderstorm watch in effect Sunday p.m.

Buncombe County and much of Western North Carolina remain under a severe thunderstorm watch through 9 p.m. on Sunday, May 26, 2024, the National Weather Service reported. At 4:16 p.m., radar was tracking a severe storm across southeastern Madison and northwestern Buncombe counties.

Local
2 years ago
Wild turkeys put on strut shows to impress hens — and us

Male tom turkeys use their elaborate displays to impress females and scare off romantic rivals.

Local
2 years ago
White Squirrel Weekend is off and running in Brevard

They hide in the tree tops part of the year, but Brevard’s most famous residents are in the spotlight during White Squirrel Weekend events.

Local
2 years ago
Friendly dragons, fearless entrepreneurs at GRINDfest, continuing through Sunday

Part carnival, street dance, symposium and summer feast, GRINDfest also is a showcase for Black entrepreneurs, artists and vendors.

Local
2 years ago
Asheville tries again to make pick for stalled ‘Boosting the Block’ work

The Council took no action in March over questions about whether local firms were overlooked for a $180,000 contract.

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Home hit by gunfire in South Asheville; no injuries

Only property damage was reported, and police found 23 shell casings from different caliber guns, police said.

Music
2 years ago
MUSIC REVIEW: Noah Kahan leads a ‘Busyhead’ sing-along

Noah Kahan is at the top of his game these days, a fast-rising star. […]

Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Florida man sentenced in Asheville assault case

An observant airport employee noticed a woman with severe bruising and swelling and notified authorities.

Arts & Culture
2 years ago
Salvage Station fans saddened by venue’s forced relocation

An event at Asheville’s Salvage Station on Thursday night was bittersweet for some who braved the rain to attend.