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Norfolk Southern
Community
2 days ago
Trains return to Old Fort Loops for first time since Helene damage

Norfolk Southern restores key Western North Carolina rail line after months of repairs following Tropical Storm Helene

Community
3 days ago
Lookin’ butter-fly: Renovated farmyard unveiled at WNC Nature Center

Mayor Esther Manheimer, Asheville City Council members and Western North Carolina Nature Center staff participated in a ribbon cutting today for the Gateway to the Southern Appalachians exhibit, a renovated entrance, gift shop and farmyard with a brand-new butterfly garden experience. 

View of downtown Asheville from the Buncombe County Courthouse
Local
3 days ago
Asheville narrows $30M budget gap to $10.5M ahead of final proposal

Officials weigh spending cuts and possible property tax increases ahead of May budget release

Brick storefront with mural reading 'Coffee and Donuts' over a circular swirl; large window to the right reflecting trees.
Business
3 days ago
Vortex employees allege owners fired 9 staff without 2 weeks pay

After announcing their closure this week, Vortex Doughnuts has come under fire after employees claimed that owners had shuttered the business without paying nine employees for the previous two weeks.

Food & Drink
3 days ago
Fork & Dagger: Zambra Tapas still sets the standard after two decades

Since 2001, the Spanish-inspired restaurant has blended local ingredients, bold small plates and a timeless atmosphere

Local
3 days ago
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: April 17–19

Top picks, local favorites and ways to make the most of your weekend across the 828.

Business
3 days ago
Asheville’s Vortex Doughnuts closes permanently

Popular shop shutters suddenly after equipment issue; unanswered questions remain

Asheville City Soccer Club names Carl Reynolds head coach of its men’s team as Scott Wells, right, moves into a sporting director role.
Sports
3 days ago
Asheville City Soccer Club changes coaches after historic run

Reynolds takes over as Wells moves upstairs to guide club’s future

Business
4 days ago
Small Asheville vendors support each other with collaborative market

For many small vendors in Western North Carolina, supporting each other is as important as selling their wares. That is certainly the case for Traci Simpson, the founder of Read Me Unconditionally and the organizer behind the Buy Good, Do Good Market.

Restoration & Clean Up Service Expert
4 days ago
Spring cleaning and air quality: Why your ducts matter more than you think

With warm weather here and summer just around the corner, spring is the perfect time to clean your HVAC system before the heat and humidity intensify