Fire near Winding Stairs Gap reaches 30% containment as weather may help slow spread
The Asheville Mardi Gras parade will bring beads and merriment to the South Slope district of downtown Asheville this weekend. Street closures should be expected for most of Sunday afternoon.
Echoes of the Forest has been working to transform fallen trees into reflective public artwork after the destruction caused by Tropical Storm Helene in September 2024. This Valentine’s Day, the project will unveil their latest wooden masterpiece at the North Carolina Arboretum, while other works are soon to follow.
Dry weather holds through Tuesday before rain and cooler air move in midweek
Crews work to contain Winding Stairs Alpha Fire near U.S. 64; public urged to avoid area
Zone 7 shapes what grows across Western North Carolina—learn how frost dates, elevation and Asheville microclimates influence planting time, hardy plants and year‑round care.
Brief early-week warmup may be followed by colder, unsettled weather
Beaucatcher Mountain Trail is a popular hiking spot just outside of downtown Asheville. The network of branching trails is located behind Memorial Stadium and McCormick Field, making the hike a perfect outing for tourists and Tourists alike.
Visitors can hike and explore behind gates, but safety precautions are advised
Advisories in effect across NC mountains as temperatures plunge overnight