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Flooding in Henderson County
Local
1 month ago
Flooding slams Bat Cave, Chimney Rock and Henderson County

Residents still rebuilding from tropical Storm Helene face washed-out roads, evacuations, flood advisories and renewed fears after torrential rainfall

Local
1 month 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

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

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

Man on a fish hatchery barge leaning into equipment, wearing shorts and knee-high waders, by green water.
Local
1 month ago
More than 1,300 catfish added to Lake Julian as summer season begins

State wildlife officials complete twice-yearly stocking of Buncombe County lake

Light brown camel standing and grazing in a dry, grassy field with sparse shrubs.
Local
1 month ago
Crowds, closures expected in Smokies for Memorial Day weekend

Rangers warn of full parking lots, longer drive times and limited cell service

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 month ago
Rainy Memorial Day weekend ahead for Asheville region

Thunderstorms, heavy downpours and localized flooding possible through Memorial Day

Colorful wildflower meadow along a dirt path with green trees and blue mountains in the distance.
Local
1 month ago
Summer in Asheville and WNC: A guide to day trips, waterfalls, festivals and more

Families, visitors and locals can find ideas for Blue Ridge Parkway drives, swimming holes, dog-friendly outings, live music and summer events across the mountains.

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

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

Two white event tents sit behind rows of wooden bleachers on a grassy field under a blue sky with scattered clouds, at a sports venue.
Sports
2 months ago
How to get tickets for the Wicked Weed bar at Asheville PGA tourney

Ninth-fairway venue blends local beer, upgraded food and on-course action

Local
2 months ago
Swannanoa riverfront restoration, Rosman floodplain projects get state funding

More than $1.2 million from North Carolina’s Flood Resiliency Blueprint will support long-term flood protection efforts in Western North Carolina