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Outdoors
1 year ago
Is the future of the Forest Service in flames after firings? Ask Jenifer Bunty

Jenifer Bunty is one of 17 Forest Service employees in North Carolina that have been terminated from their USAD Forest Service positions over the last week. According to Bunty, the firings come at a uncertain time for the Forest Service with the unresolved damages of Hurricane Helene still on the front door of the forest floor.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Convictions stand: NC Court of Appeals dismisses Asheville journalists’ trespass case

The North Carolina Court of Appeals has dismissed the appeal of two journalists convicted of second-degree trespass in Asheville’s Aston Park after hours in December 2021.

Local
1 year ago
Frigid temps and brutal wind chills expected through Friday

Cold Weather Advisory issued for much of Western North Carolina, where wind chills of 5 to 15 below zero are expected

Local
1 year ago
Community Concert Featuring Steep Canyon Rangers Returns to Downtown Asheville

Asheville Downtown Association has announced The Community Concert will return to Pack Square Park on Thursday, May 29. The concert seeks to unite the community while promoting local businesses and artists.

Local
1 year ago
Workshop, resource fair planned for Gerton/Bat Cave residents

Gerton/Bat Cave area residents can learn more about Helene recovery during two events planned for Monday

Local
1 year ago
Crews removing flood debris in Black Mountain

Crews have been in Black Mountain this week removing debris from flooded public areas, as well as removing items from the Swannanoa River.

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Blood Donations Encouraged During Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month

March is Bleeding Disorders Awareness Month, and AdventHealth is urging the community to donate blood to help save lives.

Local
1 year ago
UPDATE: Missing 85-year-old Hendersonville woman found safe

Carol Ann Hanlon was last known to be at her residence on Ewbank Gardens Drive about 11 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19.

Lifestyle
1 year ago
What to do this week in The 828: Feb. 21-23

From a children’s rock and roll concert to an awards show, Asheville has a lot going on this weekend. Find your event for this weekend.

Education
1 year ago
Remote learning, delayed start for many WNC schools

Schools in Western North Carolina are closing, delaying the start of school and moving education online. Find out if your student is effected now.