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Local
6 days ago
Flash flooding triggers road washouts, closures across Asheville area

Officials report a 12-foot roadway washout on Charlotte Highway and multiple closures in Gerton and Bat Cave

Lab-grown and natural diamonds are reshaping the jewelry market as consumers weigh cost, sustainability and sentimental value when choosing engagement rings and fine jewelry.
Custom Jewelry & Care Expert
7 days ago
Natural or lab-grown diamonds? What today’s jewelry buyers need to know

Experts say consumers are balancing affordability, ethics and long-term value when shopping

Satellite view of a powerful hurricane with a clear eye, spinning over the western Caribbean near Cuba and the surrounding ocean.
Local
1 week ago
Below-normal hurricane season expected in 2026

Officials urge Carolinas residents to stay prepared despite a below-normal outlook, warning that a single hurricane can still cause major damage

Blue Ridge Parkway
Local
1 week ago
Blue Ridge Parkway welcomes visitors as 2026 season officially begins

Campgrounds, visitor centers and picnic areas now open; officials urge responsible recreation

image of government issued headstone in a cemetery in the mountains of western north carolina
Asheville History
1 week ago
Tombstone Tales: A World War I soldier’s grave in Buncombe County reflects meaning of Memorial Day

Walter Martin died in France during World War I and remained buried overseas for nearly three years before his remains were returned to Buncombe County.

Weather map titled 'Excessive Rainfall Outlook Through Tonight' showing color-coded outlook areas and labeled cities in the southeastern U.S. (Asheville, Charlotte, Morganton, etc.). The legend bottom-right indicates marginal to high risk levels.
Local
1 week ago
Rainy Memorial Day weekend ahead for Asheville region

Thunderstorms, heavy downpours and localized flooding possible through Memorial Day

Traffic moves slowly above an active construction work zone on Interstate 40 near the Pigeon River Gorge, where holiday travel, ongoing repairs and reduced speeds can combine to create backups during peak periods.
Local
1 week ago
Road trip ready? These apps can help Memorial Day travelers dodge delays

In the Asheville area, I-26, I-40 and the Pigeon River Gorge could see heavy traffic through the holiday weekend

Beige two-story house with a three-car garage, brown shingle roof, and a neatly landscaped front yard.
Business
2 weeks ago
Why education matters when choosing metal roofing and siding

Best Buy Metals says informed decisions start with understanding materials, use and long-term value — not just price

Blue city bus drives through a flooded street with cars splashing water around it, amid heavy traffic and green trees in background.
Local
2 weeks ago
Strong thunderstorms move through Asheville area

Thunderstorms moving through Buncombe County could produce gusty winds, lightning and small hail

Exterior view of Ripley's Aquarium with blue and red-framed glass facade, set against a hillside with trees and a rocky waterfront in the foreground
Local
2 weeks ago
A Perfect Smoky Mountain Getaway From Asheville: Dive Into Family Fun at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies

Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies offers Asheville-area families a short mountain getaway with sharks, penguins, and hands-on exhibits.