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Arts & Culture
1 hour ago
Different Strokes! produces latest work by local playwright Travis Lowe

This June, Different Strokes! Performing Arts Collective will debut the latest play by local writer/actor Travis Lowe, “Love and Other Vices.”

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Local
2 hours ago
Buncombe County ends budget year in better shape than expected

Commissioners review early changes to $485M proposed budget

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Local
4 hours ago
Day Trips from Asheville: Marshall, NC

Where to eat, explore and unwind in one of Western North Carolina’s most charming small towns — just 30 minutes from Asheville.

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Local
4 hours ago
Crash closes shoulder on I-40 West in Asheville area

Right shoulder closed near Porters Cove Road; traffic impacts expected through midmorning

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Local
4 hours ago
State board flags 34,000 deceased voters in database review

Officials say findings part of routine list maintenance and verification efforts

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Local
6 hours ago
Rain, storms bring relief to dry Asheville region

First meaningful rainfall in weeks expected to continue into Wednesday

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Crime & Safety
21 hours ago
Man arrested after midnight break-in at downtown hotel

Asheville Police Department officers apprehended Joseph Fuller Anderson, 39, at the Downtown Inn & Suites after a report from staff that a man had broken into the hotel electrical room.

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Health & Wellness
22 hours ago
YMCA offers swim lessons, safety tips for National Water Safety Month

As Asheville prepares for water hole adventures, public pool days and beach trips, the YMCA of Western North Carolina offering expanded swim education programming for all ages. May is National Water Safety Month.

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Business
1 day ago
Proper care can extend life of jewelry

Simple steps like proper storage and routine checks can preserve value

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Crime & Safety
1 day ago
Man jailed without bond on Asheville rape charge

April 11 assault leads to arrest after multi-agency investigation

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