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Asheville History
3 hours ago
Tombstone Tales: A Fairview grave says James Brevard ‘became a seraph.’ Who was he?

Buried at Cane Creek Cemetery in 1847, the farmer, postmaster and state legislator left a public record that helps explain an extraordinary epitaph.

Arts & Culture
1 day ago
Habitat for Humanity launches ReUse contest for creative upcycling

The 15th annual contest invites Asheville residents to show off innovative furniture, dwellings and art projects made of used building materials. Winners in all three categories, voted on by the public, will receive a $200 Habitat for Humanity ReStore gift card.

On The Town
1 day ago
NCDOT to begin major West Asheville road resurfacing project Sunday

The latest chapter in a $7 million overhaul of West Asheville will begin this Sunday, Aug. 9, on Haywood Road. The project will stretch along the street for the next three months.

A Flock automated license plate reader camera is seen at the entrance/exit of Lowe's of Smokey Park Highway in Asheville.
Crime & Safety
2 days 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
2 days ago
University of Florida, Saga Communications announce 7-year deal

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

Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Buncombe County deputies investigate death on Stradley Mountain Road

The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office said investigators are working to identify the person who died and determine what happened

Road Closed sign
Local
2 days ago
I-26 West to close overnight Thursday in Asheville: What drivers need to know

The closure will stretch from Exit 44 to Exit 33, with a detour directing drivers to I-40

Black Mountain Public Safety firefighter fire station police
Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Black Mountain Public Safety Building: Town to discuss next steps

The building was deemed unsafe after inspections found structural problems, flooding and other issues that worsened after Helene

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