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Health & Wellness
14 hours ago
How routine physical activity affects mental health

The physical benefits of routine physical activity may be most noticeable. However, regular exercise also has a profound effect on individuals’ mental health. To learn more about getting your regular exercise routine started, visit YogaSix Asheville.

Crime & Safety
17 hours ago
Man arrested in connection with June shooting, drugs seized at scene

The Asheville Police Department arrested and charged Brandon Norrelle Miller, 38, in connection with a shooting this past June at an Asheville apartment complex. During the arrest, Miller was found to be in possession of narcotics and handguns.

Local
20 hours ago
Crash closes lane on I-26 near Long Shoals Road outside Asheville

Drivers warned of significant delays between Exits 36 and 37

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Local
20 hours ago
Officials push to uproot Bradford pears

Asheville area residents can swap invasive trees for up to five free native replacements

Crime & Safety
2 days ago
APD seeking information about West Asheville motorcycle accident

The Asheville Police Department is seeking information from anyone who may have witnessed a motor vehicle collision involving a motorcyclist this morning in West Asheville.

Arts & Culture
2 days ago
Montford Park Players reveal the colorful side of dark ‘King Lear’

The Montford Park Players continue their 53rd season, “A Season of Lunatics, Lovers, & Poets,” with “The Tragedy of King Lear,” written by William Shakespeare and directed by Jason Williams and assistant director Quinn Terry. “King Lear” will be staged at 7:30 p.m., Friday to Saturday, Sept. 5-27, at the Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre, 92 Gay St.

Entertainment
2 days ago
Dog Day Afternoon returns Saturday with off-leash fun, contests and canine performers

Dog Day Afternoon returns to Lake Julian Park in Arden this Saturday, September 13, for an afternoon of free pet-friendly fun including contests, food trucks, rescue adoptions, and a brand-new fenced dog play area for large and small dogs.

Buncombe County Commissioners next week will consider setting aside nearly $7.7 million of bond funds toward 347 acres of open space, with trails and scenic overlooks at Deaverview Mountain.
Community
2 days ago
$4.5M grant to fund Deaverview Mountain land purchase

Buncombe County plans new public park and outdoor amenities in partnership with Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy

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