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9 hours ago in Community, Local, On The Town, Photo, Politics
G20 protestors take to Merrimon Avenue for climate, community and credit
Dozens of protestors took handmade signs to Merrimon Avenue this afternoon, spreading out in pockets for over a mile and a half. The protestors were rallying against the G20 Finance Track, a summit of global finance leaders at the Omni Grove Park Inn.
11 hours ago in Business, Community, Lifestyle, Local, Sports
Weaverville indoor pickleball courts set to open by early October
Ballcrank Pickleball Club, a new indoor pickleball facility, is set to open in Weaverville in just a few weeks. The space will host 12 pickleball courts, a pro shop, bathrooms and showers and an outdoor patio, as well as the potential for a restaurant down the line.
15 hours ago in Local
Live music coming to Eliada Corn Maze for first time in 2026
The 8-acre maze opens Sept. 26 with tractor rides, corn cannons, food trucks and, for the first time, live music coming to Eliada Corn Maze for first time in 2026
17 hours ago in Local
Blue Ridge Honor Flight seeks veterans for 20th anniversary flight
Veterans who served from 1941 to 1975 can apply for the Sept. 26 flight from Asheville to Washington, D.C.
20 hours ago in Sports
828 Scoreboard: Week 2 of high school football
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Week 2 of the high school football season is in the books, with teams across Western…
1 day ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local
Korean zombies, endless roads and Anthony Bourdain: New movies to see in September 2026
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" and "The Odyssey" might have defined the summer box office, but there are plenty of hidden movie gems to discover as we head into the fall. Check out our reviews of "Tony," "Colony," "Buddy" and "It Ends."
1 day ago in Entertainment, Trending
Nashville’s airport would be renamed for Dolly Parton under Tennessee governor’s proposal
Nashville International Airport would be renamed for Dolly Parton under a proposal announced Friday by Tennessee's governor.
2 days ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Local, Music, On The Town
Celebrating Dolly Parton: Memorial events around Western North Carolina
As Western North Carolina continues to mourn the late musician and philanthropist Dolly Parton, several events will be held in her honor around the region.
2 days ago in Business, Community, Local, On The Town
No road closures planned for G20 summit, but Grove Park Inn checkpoints in place
The G20 Finance Track meetings will be held in Asheville this weekend. Despite the massive influx of high-profile visitors, no street closures are planned, though Omni Grove Park Inn security will be increased.
Congressman Edwards asks House colleagues not to censure him
Congressman highlights federal funding and recovery efforts for Western North Carolina
2 days ago in Local, Native Advertising
I-40 westbound closed in Haywood County after crash
Drivers should avoid the area and expect delays while crews respond to the crash
2 days ago in National
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell form in the Pacific Ocean as Dolly churns in the Atlantic
Tropical Storms Karina and Lowell formed Thursday in the Pacific Ocean, both of which were expected to become hurricanes in the next few days, the National Hurricane Center said.
2 days ago in Local, Native Advertising
I-26 Connector update: Causeway takes shape in French Broad River
The first phase of the temporary causeway is expected to be in place by mid-next week
2 days ago in National
As super El Nino strengthens, study suggests that climate change is intensifying El Ninos
A new study suggests that El Ninos — the natural climatic chaos agent that pops up periodically and spikes global temperatures — are getting stronger because of human-caused climate change.
2 days ago in Sports
Roger Federer heads to the Tennis Hall of Fame and says he ‘had the best time’ during his career
Roger Federer will have a chance to reflect back on his career Saturday when he is enshrined in the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island. The 45-year-old from Switzerland, who will be honored along with broadcaster and former player Mary Carillo, said it would be his first trip to Newport.
2 days ago in Crime & Safety, Local
1 Asheville officer fired weapon in fatal Nancy Street shooting, SBI says
The man killed in the shooting was familiar with people inside the home, according to SBI
2 days ago in Crime & Safety, Local
McDowell County niece and uncle charged with felony incest
Tiffany Adonnus Sydnor, 34, and Corey Terrell Tate, 49, were reported by a family member to the McDowell County Sheriff's Office in June 2026.
2 days ago in Food & Drink, Health & Wellness, Local
Are we safe from cyclospora? State health officials give timeline update
With cyclosporiasis cases on the decline, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services provided an update on when the risk of exposure will subside.
3 days ago in Crime & Safety
Henderson County man arrested on 20 counts of child sex abuse
Jeffrey Todd Queen, 33, was arrested by the Henderson County Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force with assistance from the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation following an investigation into possession and distribution of child sex abuse material.
Asheville candidates make their cases at neighborhood forum
Transparency, city finances, housing, infrastructure and public participation dominated the discussion