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The Mother Ocean shrimp po’ boy -- a Cajun fried shrimp sandwich, slathered with remoulade, topped with shredded lettuce, sliced tomato and dill pickle chips served between two slices of toasted baguette -- was classic perfection.
Food & Drink
4 months ago
Fork & Dagger: Fresh seafood, uneven results at Mother Ocean

A beloved North Asheville fishmonger delivers quality shrimp but misses the mark on fish and chips and sides

Music
4 months ago
After 20 years, Oliver Wood is playing concerts for connection

The Wood Brothers band member Oliver Wood sat down with 828newsNOW to discuss the band’s new album, “Puff of Smoke,” his relationship to Asheville and two decades of playing music.

On The Town
4 months ago
Not their last rodeo: White Horse plans new shows after building collapse

After a section of White Horse Black Mountain collapsed during renovation on the building last week, the music venue has already announced a special series of concerts and events in partnership with The Monte Vista Hotel.

Photo
4 months ago
Fern photos: Snapshots of Asheville following worst of winter storm

Winter Storm Fern swept through Asheville this weekend, continuing into the beginning of this week with school and workplace closures and power outages. Take a look at our photo gallery of conditions across town, as of Monday, Jan. 26.`

Arts & Culture
4 months ago
Cult leader: How Cagney Larkin built a community for cult horror fans

Asheville Pizza & Brewing Company has been a reliable locale for grabbing a beer, seeing a movie and eating a gigantic slice of pizza for years. Since October 2025, Cagney Larkin has made the theater the go-to spot for a good scare, too.

Lifestyle
4 months ago
Long live the King: Elvis the Skunk passes away at WNC Nature Center

The Western North Carolina Nature Center has lost one of its rockstar animals. This week, Elvis the Striped Skunk passed away at the age of 8, following a recent decline in health.

On The Town
4 months ago
Things to do in Asheville, snow day edition

For this edition of our weekly weekend guide, we decided to suggest our favorite snow day activities. After making your preparations for the forthcoming winter storm, consider these cold weather pastimes. Stay warm and keep safe out there.

Business
4 months ago
Fork & Dagger: Thai Pearl delivers a city feel with uneven flavor

The small West Asheville eatery charms with ambiance and hospitality, but the menu doesn’t always deliver

Business
4 months ago
Renovation causes section of White Horse Black Mountain to collapse

A section of local music venue White Horse Black Mountain collapsed earlier today during construction work on the building. No one was injured during the accident.

Food & Drink
4 months ago
Asheville Restaurant Week returns with a double helping of deals

Asheville Restaurant Week is an annual, week-long celebration of Asheville cuisine featuring special menus and offers from over 50 participating restaurants. This year, Asheville Restaurant Week will be held twice, from Jan. 20-26 and Feb. 17-23.

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