College
1 year ago
Mars Hill’s Tucker, UNCA’s Duncan to join NC Sports Hall of Fame

UNCA’s Sheila Ford Duncan and Mars Hill University’s Marilyn “Que” Tucker are set to be enshrined the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame this week.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Man arrested in gunfire incident Sunday night in Hendersonville

Phillip Hill has been charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill in shooting incident Sunday.

Education
1 year ago
Protests over Israel and Gaza lead to first skirmishes at UNC Asheville

A fight broke out Sunday between demonstrators and counter-protesters at UNC Asheville.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Suspect arrested in Sunday shooting in West Asheville

A 34-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a non-fatal shooting on Sunday, May 4, in West Asheville.

Local
1 year ago
UPDATE: Non-emergency phone lines restored

Due to a technical issue, non-emergency phone lines for Buncombe County Sheriff’s office, Asheville Police, fire and EMS were temporarily offline.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Even on a cloudy day, the Blue Ridge Parkway puts on a show

No matter the season or weather, the 469-mile parkway offers a slower pace and many areas to stop, look and take photos.

The dance troupe Al Ritmo de mi tierra dances to the rhythms of Mexico at Hola Carolina's Cinco de Mayo celebrations on Sunday, May 5, 2024, in Hendersonville, N.C.
Arts & Culture
1 year ago
Cinco de Mayo shows its true colors in Hendersonville

A diverse crowd turned out on Sunday in downtown Hendersonville for Hola Carolina’s Cinco de Mayo celebrations.

Local
1 year ago
Storm brings waves of rain and thunder

On-and-off storms hit the Asheville area on Saturday afternoon and are predicted to last through the weekend,

Asheville Police Chief Mike Lamb
Local
1 year ago
Police chief among Rotary Club honorees at May 16 gala

Honorees include business and non-profit leaders in community service categories that align with Rotary’s mission.

Local
1 year ago
Storefront damaged in crash on New Leicester Highway

A multi-vehicle crash Friday afternoon snarled traffic on New Leicester Highway in Asheville, where several cars collided and one bashed into the storefront of the Mine & Yours resale shop, causing cracks in the stone work.