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Arts & Culture
43 minutes ago
Different Strokes! produces latest work by local playwright Travis Lowe

This June, Different Strokes! Performing Arts Collective will debut the latest play by local writer/actor Travis Lowe, “Love and Other Vices.”

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Local
4 hours ago
Crash closes shoulder on I-40 West in Asheville area

Right shoulder closed near Porters Cove Road; traffic impacts expected through midmorning

NWS radar map showing a broad band of rainfall from green to red moving across western North Carolina and eastern Tennessee, with cities like Knoxville, Morristown, Asheville and Charlotte nearby.
Local
5 hours ago
Rain, storms bring relief to dry Asheville region

First meaningful rainfall in weeks expected to continue into Wednesday

Children jump into a pool from the edge as a lifeguard and another adult supervise nearby indoors.
Health & Wellness
22 hours ago
YMCA offers swim lessons, safety tips for National Water Safety Month

As Asheville prepares for water hole adventures, public pool days and beach trips, the YMCA of Western North Carolina offering expanded swim education programming for all ages. May is National Water Safety Month.

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Business
1 day ago
Proper care can extend life of jewelry

Simple steps like proper storage and routine checks can preserve value

Louie Willard Perry Jr.
Crime & Safety
1 day ago
Man jailed without bond on Asheville rape charge

April 11 assault leads to arrest after multi-agency investigation

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Local
1 day ago
Sunshine Monday before storms return to Asheville area

Forecasters track showers Tuesday, stronger system Wednesday as rainfall deficit persists

Duke Energy crews were kept busy on May 8, 2024, after storms caused power outages throughout the region.
Local
1 day ago
Morganton to host public hearing on Duke Energy rate proposal

Residents can speak Tuesday as state regulators review requested increase

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