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A Flock automated license plate reader camera is seen at the entrance/exit of Lowe's of Smokey Park Highway in Asheville.
Crime & Safety
10 hours ago
Flock cameras: Asheville police explain use of 11 license plate readers

The Asheville Police Department has 11 Flock cameras scattered around the city. Among the public, the cameras have been a controversial installation, but APD says that there are serious safeguards around their use.

Local
18 hours ago
University of Florida, Saga Communications announce 7-year deal

Partnership expands commercial sales, strengthens student opportunities and advances the future of local broadcasting

Suwana’s Thai Orchid’s Pad Prik Khing with catfish combines green beans, bell peppers, carrots and kaffir lime leaf in a rich Thai curry stir-fry sauce.
Food & Drink
20 hours ago
Fork & Dagger: Suwana’s Thai Orchid serves some of Asheville’s best Thai food

From its Prik Khing sauce to its Thom Kha soup, this downtown Thai restaurant remains a five-fork favorite

Entertainment
1 day ago
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: Aug. 7-9

Sourwood Festival, AVL Sounds Fest, Asheville Comedy Festival, John Mulaney, First Friday events, theater and back-to-school activities are among the weekend events across WNC.

Entertainment
1 day ago
‘Spider-Man,’ samurai and ‘I Want Your Sex’: New movies to see in August 2026

Want to know if “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” is worth your time? Looking for a cool indie to watch? Read on for our reviews of new movies to see this August.

Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Fentanyl, crack cocaine seized in Swannanoa drug bust

71-year-old Larry O’Connor Green was arrested by Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office deputies for fentanyl trafficking and other drug charges.

Health & Wellness
2 days ago
ABCCM to break ground on expanded Veterans Restoration Quarters facility

Later this month, Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry will hold the groundbreaking ceremony for its revitalized Veterans Restoration Quarters, a 250-bed veterans housing and services facility.

Facade of a government building showing the 'BUNGOMA COUNTY ADMINISTRATION' sign and a blue circular seal on a beige tiled wall.
Local
2 days ago
Buncombe County approves river access, Woodfin greenway and $31M Enka expansion

Projects include three ADA-accessible river launches, two Woodfin greenway sections and 12 new jobs at an Enka manufacturer

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