Local
1 year ago
Asheville’s first all-abilities playground nearly ready to open

The Murphy-Oakley playground, designed for people of all abilities, is set to open June 25.

A white squirrel in Brevard
On The Town
1 year ago
So many weekend events: What’s a white squirrel to do?

There’s simply too much to do this weekend as Western North Carolina jumps into the summer season — and honors the fallen on Memorial Day.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Man and six vehicles hit in shooting at Asheville apartment complex

Police are investigating a shooting on Granada Street that left a man injured and six vehicles damaged.

Education
1 year ago
Head Start in limbo as Housing Authority explores options

A request for proposals for child care services has sparked concerns about the future of Head Start classes in Asheville public housing facilities.

Local
1 year ago
Property tax increase included in Buncombe County budget plan

Facing a “cooling” of sales tax revenue, persistent price inflation and high cost of living adjustments, Buncombe County might seek a property tax hike.

Education
1 year ago
Hendersonville, county in tug of war over school officer funding

Funding for school resource officers at four schools in Hendersonville is up in the air.

Housing
1 year ago
Commissioners clear funds for major expansion of affordable housing

Panel allocates about $15.6 million from a voter-approved bond toward six projects and sets aside another $3.1 million for other housing-related programs and projects.

Local
1 year ago
Veteran Stand Down event, Memorial Day service planned

Several events planned for this week and next are aimed at veterans the those who honor them.

Sports
1 year ago
NASCAR Hall of Famer to make a pit stop in Hendersonville

NASCAR Hall of Fame driver Jimmie Johnson will greet fans in Hendersonville Friday on the way to the Coca Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Sunday.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Asheville police warn of fake ‘Microsoft employee’ scam

Asheville Police say an elaborate scam already has cost local residents $50,000 after a fake “Microsoft employee” collects money at people’s homes.