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Stone brick sign wall with carved text reading 'Fairview Branch Library' in front of a low building and green trees under a blue sky.
Politics
7 days ago
Buncombe County announces 13 early voting locations for 2026 general election

The Buncombe County Board of Elections has unanimously approved an early voting plan in anticipation of the general election this fall.

Politics
7 days ago
Black Mountain Town Council member resigns during budget adoption meeting

During a special called meeting of the Black Mountain Town Council, council member Doug Hay announced his resignation, effective immediately.

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Sports
7 days ago
Former UNC Asheville baseball pitcher Philip Mullinax dies after cancer battle

Flat Rock native and former Bulldogs closer set a school saves record and is remembered by teammates for his competitive spirit and character

Crews work on the new Buncombe County EMS East station in Swannanoa, a nearly $10 million project designed to expand emergency medical services and reduce response times.
Crime & Safety
7 days ago
$10 million Swannanoa EMS station aims for 2027 opening

Officials say the $10 million facility will reduce ambulance response times and strengthen emergency medical coverage

Highway scene with cars in both directions, guardrails, and forested hills under a partly cloudy sky.
Local
7 days ago
I-40 West right lane closed for about 3 miles after crash

The crash, which occurred around 9:57 a.m. this morning, June 30, has impacted traffic for an approximately three-mile stretch of East Asheville interstate.

Heat Through the Holiday Weekend: two tables show forecast max temperatures and heat index by city with a brief forecast panel on the right.
Local
1 week ago
Heat wave to bring 100-degree heat index through July 4 weekend

National Weather Service warns dangerous heat will build through Saturday as Asheville temperatures climb into the mid-90s

Crime & Safety
1 week ago
Asheville creates Housing Team to patrol public housing

Dedicated officers will focus on crime prevention, resident safety and vacant apartment security

Mugshot of a man with short hair in a brown shirt against a gray wall.
Crime & Safety
1 week ago
Asheville man sentenced to 20-29 years for sexual abuse of a minor

Cameron Lee McCullough, 34, was sentenced in Buncombe County Superior Court to a mandatory prison term of 240-348 months after pleading guilty to felony sexual exploitation of a minor.

Ornate vintage clock with Roman numerals and gold trim mounted on a decorative post against a blue sky.
Crime & Safety
1 week ago
New all-way stop installed at frequent crash site in Black Mountain

The North Carolina Department of Transportation has turned a Black Mountain intersection into an all-way stop in an effort to reduce crashes at the site.

Asheville City SC players celebrate after clinching the South Central Division title with a 2-1 victory over Birmingham Legion WFC, earning a berth in the USL W League playoffs.
Local
1 week ago
Asheville City SC clinches second straight USL W League division title

Lauryn Mateo’s two goals lift the Blues past Birmingham Legion as Asheville secures its third consecutive playoff appearance

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