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NWS Winter Storm ice totals
Local
2 months ago
Ice storm expected to peak in Asheville area on Sunday

Forecasters warn of dangerous ice accumulation, power outages and prolonged cold into next week

Spray cooking spray or WD-40 on shovel blades and car windows to keep snow from sticking.
Local
2 months ago
Winter made easier: 10 genius hacks for ice and snow removal

Quick, DIY and budget-friendly ways Asheville area residents can keep walkways and driveways clear

Local
2 months ago
Asheville prepares water system ahead of winter storm

Water crews fully staffed, emergency generators ready at treatment plants and pump stations

Downtown Asheville seen from the Buncombe County Courthouse web camera
Community
2 months ago
Officials urge caution ahead of winter storm in Asheville area

Ice, dangerous roads and power outages expected; 72-hour preparedness recommended

Community
2 months ago
USPS reviewing possible sites for new Swannanoa post office

Community has been without local mail service since Tropical Storm Helene more than a year ago

Downtown Asheville
Community
2 months ago
Hotels open to locals as winter storm threatens Asheville area

Travel discouraged amid snow, ice and dangerously cold temperatures

Lifestyle
2 months ago
Long live the King: Elvis the Skunk passes away at WNC Nature Center

The Western North Carolina Nature Center has lost one of its rockstar animals. This week, Elvis the Striped Skunk passed away at the age of 8, following a recent decline in health.

Paul Roberts, the county maintenance engineer for NCDOT in Buncombe County, said crews have been working for days to prepare equipment, materials and staffing ahead of the storm, which could bring snow, ice or freezing rain.
Community
2 months ago
Hundreds of workers, tons of salt readied for storm

NCDOT begins pre-treatment of interstates and primary and secondary roads in Asheville area

Crime & Safety
2 months ago
Armed fugitive apprehended by APD, NCSBI in West Asheville

Wanted fugitive Tyrone Rushad Brown, 36, was arrested this week by the Asheville Police Department in collaboration with the North Carolina Bureau of Investigation.

On The Town
2 months ago
Things to do in Asheville, snow day edition

For this edition of our weekly weekend guide, we decided to suggest our favorite snow day activities. After making your preparations for the forthcoming winter storm, consider these cold weather pastimes. Stay warm and keep safe out there.

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