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Asheville History
3 hours ago
Tombstone Tales: Flat Rock’s Slaves and Freedmen Memorial

FLAT ROCK, N.C. (828newsNOW.com) – Beneath a quiet stand of trees near Flat Rock’s […]

Entertainment
13 hours ago
Top 5 animated movies of 2025 – 828reviewsNOW

As the year winds to a close, 828reviewsNOW takes a look at the best movies of 2025. First things first: from gory sci-fi spectacles to French-language indies, we draw up a list of the year’s best animated features.

Local
20 hours ago
Crash slows traffic on I-40 near Wiggins Road

NCDOT authorities expect moderate traffic delays for about an hour

Asheville police charged 16 people and seized narcotics, a handgun,and nearly $12,000 in cash during a multi-agency operation targeting illegal drug activity in West Asheville.
Crime & Safety
23 hours ago
16 arrested in West Asheville drug bust, Asheville police say

APD teams with federal partners, including DEA and U.S. Marshals, on weeks-long investigation

Botanical Treasures owner Robert Stine (left) speaks with Blue Ridge Community College’s Small Business Center Director Ben Smith (right) several months after Hurricane Helene.
Community
24 hours ago
Blue Ridge Community College helps local nursery bounce back

Statewide award recognizes counseling, funding support for businesses hit by Tropical Storm Helene

Crime & Safety
1 day ago
Buncombe County prosecutor enters race for district attorney

Katie Kurdys highlights experience with violent crimes, aims to improve efficiency and support victims

Local
1 day ago
$270M headed to WNC for water, sewer, septic repairs after Helene

More than 50 Asheville-area projects will receive funding to improve resilience and reduce future flood risk

Shop Simply
1 day ago
Reasons locals love The Village Porch in Reynolds Village | Asheville Deals

The Village Porch is North Asheville’s go-to sports bar and neighborhood hangout, known for smash burgers, 23 craft taps, a dog-friendly patio, and lively events.

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