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Aerial split-screen of a house roof renovation: top shows before, bottom after, with a JMR Roofing badge in the corner.
Business
14 hours ago
Asheville roofing company offers $0 payments for 90 days as it expands WNC services

John McClung Roofing points to decades of service, regional awards and outreach efforts alongside new financing promotion

Aerial view of a baseball field with a bold white 'GRASS ROUTES' graphic overlay across the infield and stands.
Local
16 hours ago
‘Grass Routes’ kicks off season in Asheville

MLB Network docuseries highlights Asheville’s tourism appeal, downtown culture and Tourists baseball experience

Asheville BuskerFest banner with circular logo on left, bold dates May 2–3, 2026, and 'Free to Attend' text on a blue wave background.
Entertainment
22 hours ago
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: May 1–3

Looking for events in the Asheville area this weekend? From a free music festival in Asheville to spring gatherings and family outings — there’s plenty to celebrate during the first weekend of May across the 828.

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Music
2 days ago
New music venue Hellbender unveils logo, Geese, LCD Soundsystem shows

Hellbender by the Orange Peel, an outdoor venue opening this July along the Swannanoa River, has unveiled its new logo, designed by local tattoo artist Danny Reed of Hot Stuff Tattoo.

Asheville police seized about 16.865 pounds of suspected fentanyl and cocaine, along with an additional 0.86 pounds of pressed fentanyl in a recent arrest.
Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Asheville man charged after record fentanyl seizure

Police say Tip411 tip helped uncover large-scale drug operation

Community
2 days ago
At YWCA Asheville, empowerment starts with connection

Classes, conversations and community support help women and families move forward

Local
2 days ago
Asheville council backs key water, storm repair projects after Helene

More than $2 million in stormwater contracts approved alongside regional housing expansion

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Crime & Safety
2 days ago
Beneath the Blue Ridge: What’s still unknown in Asheville’s Virginia Olson cold case

Police say some evidence still exists, no suspect has been identified, and key questions remain in the 1973 killing of a UNC Asheville student.

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