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A view from the Buncombe County Courthouse web camera Friday morning.
Local
2 months ago
Asheville weighs new Opportunity Zones as city launches major zoning overhaul

Council members debate investment and displacement concerns while moving forward with a years-long rewrite of development rules, housing policies and growth plans

Education
2 months ago
Buncombe County Schools under Title IX investigation

Probe is part of broader U.S. Department of Education review of school policies involving transgender students and Title IX enforcement

Theater stage with a blue-lit backdrop displaying 'Footloose' and silhouettes; audience seated in the foreground.
Arts & Culture
2 months ago
‘Footloose’ at Flat Rock Playhouse can boogie

You better cut loose, “Footloose,” and head down to Flat Rock Playhouse, home of the dance-heavy musical from June 12–July 5. Read our review for more.

Westgate Shopping Center in Asheville is near the proposed location of a new 92-bed UNC Health hospital.
Health & Wellness
2 months ago
Reports of Westgate sale surface as UNC Health unveils plans for Asheville hospital

Business owners say tenants were notified of a sale while UNC Health pursues approval for a 92-bed facility nearby

The roast pork tenderloin at Guajiro was a giant serving of some of the best pork I've ever eaten.
Food & Drink
2 months ago
Fork & Dagger: Asheville food truck serves incredible Cuban cuisine

Guajiro Cuban Comfort Food turns out exceptional sandwiches, pork platters and empanadas from its new home in Biltmore Village

Golfer in a blue patterned shirt mid-swing, on a sunny course with water in the background.
Sports
2 months ago
Tickets now on sale for inaugural Biltmore Championship Asheville

The FedExCup Fall tournament at Cliffs at Walnut Cove will bring PGA TOUR players, premium fan experiences and free youth admission to Western North Carolina

Infographic map of storm total rainfall across North Carolina with county values and event logos (NOAA, NWS).
Local
2 months ago
Arthur’s remnants could trigger storms, heavy rain across Asheville area

Emergency officials say widespread outages are not expected, but residents should remain weather aware

Alexander Sherman McKenzie
Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Man charged with attempted murder after I-40 road-rage shooting

Authorities say the suspect was arrested on Tunnel Road after a June 10 shooting near Patton Cove Road in Asheville

Two dogs lick a cup of dog-friendly ice cream labeled 'THE HOP' held by a person outdoors, sharing a treat.
Entertainment
2 months ago
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: June 19-21

The weekend lineup includes Juneteenth-related music in Pack Square Park, Father’s Day outings, mountain festivals, art markets and events in Asheville, Boone, Waynesville, Brevard and Sylva.

Two people stand smiling in front of a mural with a purple globe and inspirational text on the wall behind them.
Community
2 months ago
‘It’s tough’: Local nonprofit reports countywide spike in youth need after Helene

Following Tropical Storm Helene and regional youth programming budget cuts, KL Training Solutions, a local youth enrichment nonprofit, has reported a massive increase in need among young people in Buncombe County.

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