As we wrap up our first full calendar year of 828newsNOW, we wanted to take a look back at the stories that mattered to our community most in 2025. From all of us on the 828newsNOW team, thank you for reading, sharing and supporting our local journalism. Here’s to continuing to tell your stories in 2026!
Hunter Ward, the Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains’ 2025 Builder of the Year, explains how homeowners can evaluate general contractors before beginning a project.
Lytle Cove fire reaches full containment as crews continue work on Shumont Mountain blaze
Crews report 4.5 acres burned off Lytle Cove Road; no structures threatened
Heated yoga offers a purposeful way to introduce warmth into the body. Heated classes create an environment that supports movement, circulation and recovery during colder months.
The new year has arrived, and with it, another list of things to do in the Asheville area this weekend. Read our guide and discover ways to spend the first weekend of 2026.
Blaze burning near Bald Mountain Road is more than 50% contained; no homes threatened
Jonah Thomas Roberts born at 3:46 a.m., hospital officials say
Flack, Osbourne and Giuffre’s deaths resonated beyond their immediate circles, sparking conversations about art, activism and social justice
Legends, local history and food took center stage in 2025