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NCDEQ staff collect a water sample from the French Broad River in Asheville as part of the agency's seasonal water quality monitoring program.
Local
7 days ago
French Broad among 71 WNC sites monitored for water safety

Weekly monitoring of mountain rivers aims to help families make informed decisions before swimming, tubing and paddling

Triptych collage of three men: left bearded man in yellow-lit hallway looking up, center muscular armored warrior with a sword, right man with surprised expression.
Entertainment
1 week ago
‘Backrooms,’ He-Man and ‘Scary Movie’: New movies to see or skip in June 2026

Looking for a new movie to see as summer vacation starts? Check out our reviews of three major releases: the indie horror phenomenon “Backrooms,” the silly 80s throwback “Masters of the Universe” and the sixth installment of the long-running parody series “Scary Movie.”

Mobile exhibit trailer labeled Museum of Unnatural Disasters sits on a grassy park with trees and a distant neoclassical building in the background.
Community
1 week ago
Tropical Storm Helene, Asheville featured in Washington, D.C., museum exhibit

The “Museum of Unnatural Disasters” is an exhibit cataloguing the experiences of disaster survivors from across the United States over the last three years, including Tropical Storm Helene. The pop-up will be open in Washington, D.C., through mid-June.

A downtown cityscape with a tall glass-fronted high-rise in the center, surrounded by midrise brick buildings and trees, mountains in the distance under a blue sky.
Business
1 week ago
Buncombe TDA proposes $27 million budget, with $18.3 million for marketing

Occupancy tax collections are projected at $23 million for the coming year

The Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville has been ranked No. 1 in the nation for primary care patient satisfaction among 170 VA medical centers, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Health & Wellness
1 week ago
Asheville VA primary care providers ranked No. 1 in nation by veterans

Western North Carolina veterans gave primary care teams with the Charles George VA Medical Center the highest patient satisfaction ratings among 170 VA medical centers

Education
1 week ago
Buncombe County Schools superintendent announces retirement after 34 years

After 34 years serving in North Carolina public schools, Buncombe County Schools Superintendent Rob Jackson has announced his retirement, effective Aug. 31, 2026.

Firefighters on an aerial ladder in front of a brick building, with onlookers and two red fire trucks nearby.
Crime & Safety
1 week ago
Fire at 131 Main brings emergency response to Biltmore Park

A fire broke out this evening at local restaurant 131 Main in Biltmore Park, bringing emergency response vehicles to the area.

Cartoon astronaut floating among stars on a mural, with teal and blue waves and a metal railing in the foreground.
Local
1 week ago
Asheville Tourists fans turn backpacks into care packages for veterans

Asheville is home to a large community of veterans, but many are in need of support. Yesterday, Asheville Tourists fans enacted “Operation Packs for Patriots,” a volunteer event where participants assembled care packages on behalf of local veteran nonprofits.

Northern lights seen in the Alexander area on Nov. 12, 2025.
Local
1 week ago
Northern Lights could light up North Carolina skies tonight

NOAA is tracking strong solar storms that may bring the colorful display to lower latitudes

Local
1 week ago
Heat alerts posted for Buncombe, Henderson, surrounding counties

State health officials warn of elevated heat index values through Monday and urge Asheville area residents to take precautions against heat-related illness