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Crime & Safety
2 years ago
Police investigate new case of shots into homes in South Asheville

For the second time in a week, Asheville Police are investigating gunfire that struck occupied homes in South Asheville. No injuries reported. Police have collected a large amount of evidence and it’s too early to determine whether the cases are related, a spokesman said.

Local
2 years ago
State rules Asheville firefighter’s cancer death in line-of-duty

Commission’s ruling highlights cancer as the leading cause of death among firefighters and could benefit his surviving family.

Local
2 years ago
Fallen service members honored in Black Mountain

“Each headstone represents a story of bravery and sacrifice.” — Joanna Weber

Sports
2 years ago
Bell wins rain-shortened Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte

CONCORD, N.C. (AP) — Christopher Bell finally has a big win to put on […]

Local
2 years ago
WEATHER UPDATE: More isolated thunderstorms possible

The Memorial Day weather forecast for the Asheville area included morning rain and a smaller chance of another round of afternoon thunderstorms.

Local
2 years ago
Memorial Day events scheduled throughout the region

Here’s where you can honor the fallen and commemorate Memorial Day across Western North Carolina.

Morning skies over Asheville, N.C., on May 23, 2023.
Local
2 years ago
WEATHER UPDATE: Severe thunderstorm watch in effect Sunday p.m.

Buncombe County and much of Western North Carolina remain under a severe thunderstorm watch through 9 p.m. on Sunday, May 26, 2024, the National Weather Service reported. At 4:16 p.m., radar was tracking a severe storm across southeastern Madison and northwestern Buncombe counties.

Local
2 years ago
Wild turkeys put on strut shows to impress hens — and us

Male tom turkeys use their elaborate displays to impress females and scare off romantic rivals.

Local
2 years ago
White Squirrel Weekend is off and running in Brevard

They hide in the tree tops part of the year, but Brevard’s most famous residents are in the spotlight during White Squirrel Weekend events.

Local
2 years ago
Friendly dragons, fearless entrepreneurs at GRINDfest, continuing through Sunday

Part carnival, street dance, symposium and summer feast, GRINDfest also is a showcase for Black entrepreneurs, artists and vendors.