We celebrate the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year, tomorrow, so here is a breezy, nearby hike to enjoy. The Catawba Falls River Trail, located just outside of Old Fort, N.C., is an easily accessible route that starts off nice and flat before climaxing with an impressive waterfall – and a massive staircase, to match.
Former athletes and coaches to be honored Jan. 16 during home basketball games
828newsNOW and our friends at the Asheville Media Group, including DJs for Mix 96.5, 98.1 The River and La Pantera 97.3, are proud to present a list of our favorite albums of the year.
A former Blowing Rock police chief was beaten to death in 1888 over a minor debt. More than a century later, his grave tells a story of injustice, outrage and a life cut short.
The annual National Gingerbread House Competition has returned to the Omni Grove Park Inn for another year of stellar sugary sculptures. The gingerbread houses are on display for free at the Grove Park Inn, where they will remain until Jan. 4, 2026.
Blossman Gas & Appliance expects to serve hundreds of residents needing fuel for heating and cooking
Gusts up to 40 mph expected Friday; dry, warmer weather ahead this weekend
Retired NASCAR driver gained national attention for humanitarian aid flights after Tropical Storm Helene
Part of $270M in grants to rebuild and strengthen systems damaged by Helene
Discover why more locals are choosing Foothills Butcher Shop in Black Mountain for quality cuts, whole-animal butchery, and a true connection to Western North Carolina farms.