Local
2 days ago
Not So Spooky party offers inclusive fun for Asheville kids

Halloween event at We Rock the Spectrum gym designed for children of all abilities, with sensory-friendly activities

Local
2 days ago
Pet Connection: Fredrick

Fredrick is a 4-year-old, 75-pound mixed-breed dog looking for his forever home

Crime & Safety
2 days ago
UPDATE: Gas leak in Asheville’s Montford neighborhood stopped

Residents within a two-block radius are urged to leave the area immediately

Local
3 days ago
Helicopter crews to clear Helene debris from South Toe River

Yancey County officials say the operation will help protect the river ecosystem and nearby communities

Local
3 days ago
Officials urge Buncombe residents to avoid burning as fire risk rises

No burn ban issued, but warnings in effect for Western North Carolina

Local
3 days ago
Buncombe County commissioners launch Helene Recovery Office

New office to oversee $14 million in storm-related projects

Entertainment
3 days ago
Warren Haynes’ Christmas Jam returns to support Helene recovery

Stone Temple Pilots, MJ Lenderman and a Phil Lesh tribute highlight the 2025 lineup benefiting Asheville charities

North Carolina state Sen. Warren Daniel, R-Burke (left and standing), presides over the Senate Committee on Elections while it considers legislation to redraw the state's U.S. House district map at the Legislative Office Building in Raleigh N.C., Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Gary D. Robertson)
Local
3 days ago
NC Senate passes Congressional map amid cries of gerrymandering

Voting rights groups warn the plan dismantles historic Black district and tilts power sharply toward Republicans

Health & Wellness
3 days ago
Mission Hospital placed in Immediate Jeopardy again

Advocates say chronic understaffing continues to endanger patients, Mission disputes findings, pledges cooperation

Community
3 days ago
No plans to relocate RAD: City clarifies results of ‘RAD 2.0’ study

Despite the findings of a ULI study, there are no plans in place to relocate the River Arts District, said Kim Miller, city communications specialist.