Local
2 months ago
Strangeville: The Siren of the French Broad

A chilling legend surrounds the French Broad River in North Carolina, where witnesses claim a siren lures people to their deaths with a haunting song. The story of the French Broad River Siren has endured for generations, blending Appalachian folklore, Cherokee tradition, and eerie modern encounters.

Perspectives
2 months ago
The top 10 movies of 2025… so far – 828reviewsNOW

2025 is halfway through! As we prepare for this summer’s biggest blockbusters and the award contenders to come this fall, take a look back at the top 10 movies from the first half of the year.

Perspectives
2 months ago
‘F1’ is fast, formulaic, exhilarating race car stuntwork – 828reviewsNOW

“F1” has raced onto the big screen this summer. Read our review of the incredible racing in the mediocre sports film, starring Brad Pitt, Damson Idris, Kerry Condon and Javier Bardem.

Local
2 months ago
Before you float: How to stay safe, have fun on WNC rivers

Officials said tubing on rivers such as the French Broad, Green, Pigeon and Tuckasegee may look relaxing, but it comes with serious risks.

Asheville History
2 months ago
Tombstone Tales: The Quiet Legacy of Broughton Hospital Cemetery

More than 1,500 patients are buried at Broughton Hospital Cemetery in Morganton – each one now identified by name. This rare asylum cemetery is the focus of this week’s Tombstone Tales.

Asheville Museum of Science
Education
2 months ago
Cardholders invited to explore Asheville Museum of Science for free

The Museums on Us program runs the first full weekend of each month

Local
2 months ago
Southside pool reopens with added security after firearm incident

The pool at the Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center will be open this weekend

A copperhead snake looks up at the Nature Museum in Charlotte, N.C., Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2010. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton)
Local
2 months ago
Snakes in Asheville area: Experts offer tips for safe encounters

With rising summer temperatures, snakes are becoming more active across Western North Carolina

Perspectives
2 months ago
‘Jurassic World: Rebirth’ is a mutant misfire — 828reviewsNOW

It has been over 30 years since “Jurassic Park” brought dinosaurs to life on the big screen. Six terrible sequels later, those dinosaurs have finally been beaten to death. Read our review of the latest, “Jurassic World: Rebirth.”

Local
2 months ago
Pleasant weather forecast for July 4 festivities

The Independence Day holiday weekend is shaping up to be seasonably warm and mostly dry across the Asheville area

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