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Everyone ‘made it home safely’: Shakeys shares details after deadly Asheville shooting
The downtown bar says quick action by staff and customers helped prevent injuries during a frightening early morning incident
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Asheville City Council approves new tax rate after state changes property value rules
The amended rate replaces the one adopted in June and keeps Asheville’s $275.7 million budget balanced
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Hellbender preview: First look at new Asheville live music venue
This weekend, Hellbender by the Orange Peel, the newest music venue in Asheville, will open its doors to the public for the first time. Check out our sneak-peek.
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Major I-26 closure planned overnight Wednesday near Asheville Regional Airport
NCDOT says westbound traffic will be stopped for several hours during construction operations
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Asheville seeks public input on Biltmore Village recovery project after Tropical Storm Helene
Community meeting July 22 will help shape streetscape improvements focused on sidewalks, accessibility and historic preservation
7 hours ago
North Carolina trafficking survivors urge Tillis to oppose Blanche nomination
Letter to the North Carolina senator raises concerns about DOJ independence and the handling of records tied to Jeffrey Epstein
9 hours ago
Asheville Helene survivor gets new home through Renew NC program
The program helped Velman Chapman rebuild after insurance denied her claim; hundreds more Buncombe County applications remain active
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8 common summer home issues that can lead to costly repairs
What to watch for as heat, humidity and storms put added stress on your home
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Black Mountain Blues Experience announces 2026 lineup
BLACK MOUNTAIN, N.C (828newsNOW) — The blues will return to downtown Black Mountain in September with a three-day music event…
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Buncombe County keeps 2021 property values, sets 61.54-cent tax rate
State law delays the 2026 reappraisal, meaning most homeowners will see last year's property values on this year's tax bills while the county preserves its adopted budget
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Asheville police fatally shoot armed suspect after reports of gunfire downtown
Officers responded to North French Broad Avenue around 2 a.m.; SBI investigating the third officer-involved shooting involving APD this year
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Asheville Film Festival announces lineup for second annual short film showcase
The second annual Asheville Film Festival will bring over 60 short films from all over the world to the Asheville Masonic Temple this August.
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Marion woman charged with stabbing man while he slept
Tiffany Ann Justice, 40, was charged with felony assault after allegedly attacking a sleeping man with a pocket knife.
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Etsy launches $10M Craft Catalyst Initiative with Asheville as first hub
Western North Carolina organizations receive $100,000 grants as Gov. Josh Stein highlights Helene recovery and the region's $3.1 billion craft economy
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Asheville City, Buncombe County schools earn strong marks in new state report cards
Education data shows local districts outperforming North Carolina averages in graduation, reading and student growth
2 days ago
What Asheville drivers need to know about NC’s new transportation laws
House Bill 1094 lowers the default speed limit on many rural roads, eliminates a school requirement for teen driver's licenses and expands local authority to regulate e-bikes
2 days ago
Old Mars Hill Highway victim died after being struck by vehicle, officials say
The Buncombe County Sheriff's Office say preliminary autopsy results reveal that a woman found dead along Old Mars Hill Highway was hit and killed by a vehicle.
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UNC Asheville unveils conceptual designs for tennis courts, campus upgrades
The University of North Carolina Asheville has released conceptual images for several campus improvement projects, including building renovations, an ADA-accessible library entrance and new on-campus tennis courts.
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Black Mountain Town Council names new member at Monday meeting
Black Mountain Town Council will elect one of 10 applicants to Town Council at a meeting tonight. The chosen candidate will join the Town Council immediately as a full voting member.
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Beaucatcher Tunnel in Asheville closing overnight for NCDOT inspection
Drivers should use Interstate 240 detour as crews conduct routine tunnel safety inspection