
Ozzy Osbourne, the frontman of metal band Black Sabbath and self-styled “Prince of Darkness,” passed away on Tuesday, July 22 at the age of 76. Asheville Media Group radio personalities shared their tributes to the late musician with 828newsNOW.

Oscar P. Wong, the late founder of Highland Brewing and beloved member of the Western North Carolina community, will be memorialized at a celebration this weekend in the field outside of his brewery.

Dr. Harold “Catman” Sims passed away on November 17, 2024, at the age of 89. The American Museum of the House Cat and Catman2 Shelter founder’s estate sale will feature many pieces of his collected artwork and antiques.

Alex “The Catman” McPherson, nicknamed for his inseparable bond with his late cat, Thomas, was a loving member of the Asheville community. Following his death earlier this month, 828newsNOW is proud to share stories from the community about The Catman.

Oscar Wong, founder of Highland Brewing Company and trailblazer for the craft brewery, died on Sunday, May 15 at the age of 84.

Samuel Theodore Griffin, aged 60, of Brevard, NC, passed away November 8, 2024. Samuel […]

Asheville – Norma Jean Worley, 90, went home to be with The Lord on […]

George Dennis Rodgers Miles, 66, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at […]

Yeoman Tyron Jiva Johnny, 29, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 25, 2024, at […]

Howard Lee Bowman, 63, of Weaverville, NC, passed away Monday, November 18, 2024. Asheville […]