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6 hours ago
Hikes of WNC: Haw Creek Valley Overlook
A visit to the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway is not truly complete without a hike up to Haw Creek Valley Overlook. The 4.8 mile out-and-back is a narrow but beautiful ascent to a stunning mountaintop view.
9 hours ago
Cold-weather car hacks for Asheville area drivers
As temperatures drop across the Blue Ridge, here’s how to prevent frozen windows, protect your vehicle and stay road-ready all winter long
12 hours ago
Tombstone Tales: The photographer who captured the soul of the Smokies
How George Masa’s lens, maps, and mountain hikes helped create the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and shape the Appalachian Trail.
12 hours ago
828 Scoreboard: This week’s high school football results
Find out how your favorite Asheville area teams fared
1 day ago
‘Predator: Badlands’ is a real good time – 828reviewsNOW
"Predator: Badlands" is the first of the sci-fi franchise to tell a story from the perspective of the titular alien warriors, but the latest in a recent run of terrific "Predator" movies. Dan Trachtenberg's follow-up to "Prey" and "Predator: Killer of Killers" is a whole lot of fun. Read our review for more.
1 day ago
Asheville-area holiday events light up the season
From parades to markets, festive lights and community celebrations -- WNC is getting into the spirit of the holiday season
1 day ago
Plan ahead: Weekend travel disruptions hit Asheville area
Snow and ice shut parkway, while bridge work and detours slow I-40 and I-26 traffic
1 day ago
FAA’s order to cut flights because of government shutdown is in effect
Travel disruptions loom at Charlotte Douglas while Asheville Regional stays on schedule
2 days ago
From 70s to snowflakes: Asheville’s weather set for wild weekend swing
Warm start Friday will turn into midwinter cold by Monday morning -- with a chance of mountain flurries
2 days ago
3I/ATLAS: Comet or extraterrestrial visitor?
UNC Asheville, Harvard and NASA scientists see a natural phenomenon, not alien tech
2 days ago
Tourism packages announced in advance of Dambo Trolls arrival
Later this month, a new collection of Danish artist Thomas Dambo's world-renowned trolls will arrive at the North Carolina Arboretum. Whether you are an Asheville resident looking for a troll-tastic staycation or a visitor troll-hunting for a deal, Explore Asheville has prepared several lodging packages bundled with the Arboretum experience.
2 days ago
Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Nov. 7-9
Looking for things to do this weekend? We've got you covered. From a party in the River Arts District to an all-vegan Thanksgiving feast, we have all kinds of activities in our weekend guide to Asheville and WNC.
2 days ago
Short plays and tall tales: Hendersonville Theatre’s One Act Play Festival
The One Act Play Festival is made up of two different sets of plays shown between Nov. 6-15, culminating in a Best of Show performance at 3 p.m. on November 16, 2025.
2 days ago
Buncombe County rallies to support families during federal funding gap
Food donations, market tokens, and volunteer efforts aim to ease SNAP and energy program delays
2 days ago
RADFest returns: River Arts District to hold local arts bonanza this weekend
RADFest 2.0 will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 8 and Sunday, Nov. 9 across the River Arts District.
2 days ago
Fork & Dagger: Southern comfort finds modern home at Regina’s Westside
From perfectly peppered gravy to mezcal margaritas, this West Asheville newcomer honors diner roots with a fresh twist
3 days ago
LOCASH to Headline Hometown Hootenanny at Asheville’s Revival
LOCASH will bring their feel-good hits to Revival this January, joined by Sarah Reeves and Tano Jones Revelry.
3 days ago
Feast without the fuss: Asheville’s Thanksgiving dining guide
Local restaurants are serving everything from classic turkey dinners to gourmet spreads -- whether you’re dining in or taking out
3 days ago
Three Asheville churches band together for charity choir concert
This Friday, the churches of Church Street will come together for their annual collaborative choir concert. This year, the community building will not stop with music, either. The 2025 Three Church Concert is also a fundraiser for Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity.
3 days ago
Residents invited to help shape design of new Oakley Fire Station 9
City of Asheville hosting open house Nov. 17 to gather feedback on public safety complex plans