Local
6 hours ago
Resale 101: Second Gear to host event for beginner businesses
Second Gear, an outdoor gear and apparel consignment shop, is an Asheville staple of outdoor adventure and community-oriented business. Later this week, in conjunction with the consignment platform SimpleConsign, Second Gear will share its 21 years of consignment experience with the next generation of entrepreneurs.
6 hours ago
Asheville band Sufferin’ Fools to launch new EP with Weaverville performance
The release show will held from 8 to 10 p.m., Friday, Sept. 26 at Eda's, 1098 New Stock Road. Tickets are $10 at the door. The show is for ages 21 and up.
7 hours ago
Duke Energy honors dozens of WNC nonprofits with grants at Helene event
The Duke Energy Foundation hosted an event today recognizing the work of Western North Carolina nonprofits in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. The event, planned around the one year anniversary of Helene hitting the region, featured remarks from several nonprofit leaders and the announcement of grants on the state, regional and local levels.
8 hours ago
After doubling recipients of farm food, Root Cause to host Helene fundraiser
To mark the one year anniversary of Hurricane Helene and the resilience of Western North Carolina in its aftermath, Root Cause Farm, a volunteer-based nonprofit dedicated to combatting community hunger, will hold a gathering to celebrate recovery and the local bonds which define the Fairview farm and its mission.
9 hours ago
Search continues for missing Barnardsville woman
More than 80 responders using K-9 units and drones to locate 56-year-old Betty Wheeler
9 hours ago
12 lives, 12 chimes: Hendersonville to hold moment of silence for Helene victims
The ceremony, scheduled on the one year anniversary of Helene, will be held at noon on Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Henderson County Courthouse, 200 N Grove St.
9 hours ago
Blue Ridge Power to lay off hundreds in Asheville, Fayetteville
Pine Gate Renewables subsidiary cites challenging market conditions and federal policy changes
10 hours ago
Nighttime I-26 closures scheduled in Henderson County
Westbound lanes between Exit 49 and 44 will be shut from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.; weather may affect schedule
10 hours ago
Asheville Fire Department offers disaster kit tips
Firefighters to set up table Wednesday morning to show residents what to include in a 72-hour emergency kit
10 hours ago
British Consul opens pop-up office in Asheville
Public events this week spotlight local startups and the impact of AI on the arts
10 hours ago
Art on Main returns: 100+ artists to appear at Hendersonville art show
The annual Art on Main art show will return to Hendersonville this weekend for its 66th rendition, coinciding with the one year anniversary of Hurricane Helene.
11 hours ago
North Carolina receives another $48M for storm recovery projects
Buncombe County, Appalachian State, and state agencies among beneficiaries of latest FEMA funds
11 hours ago
Candler homes targeted in armed break-ins, authorities say
Residents were restrained as suspects stole property in August and September incidents
14 hours ago
UPDATE: Man charged in death of woman on I-26 in Asheville
Passenger dies at the scene; investigation ongoing
14 hours ago
Old Fort honors efforts in year since Helene
Mayor highlights recovery, invites residents to celebrate community strength with ceremony, live music and fireworks
15 hours ago
Hand, foot and mouth disease spreading in Haywood County
Common childhood illness can cause fever, rash and mouth sores
15 hours ago
Wall Street Garage to close for repairs; Rankin facility fully reopens
Drivers must clear Wall Street by Friday morning; repairs expected to wrap by Oct. 10
15 hours ago
North Buncombe Middle principal surprised with county’s top honor
Nicholas Honeycutt named Buncombe County Schools Principal of the Year during ceremony with students, staff and family
16 hours ago
Blasting to begin at French Broad River Park for sewer project
Asheville park remains closed after storm damage; traffic and greenway detours expected during work
17 hours ago
Police activity closes lane on I-26 East near Brevard Road
Drivers warned to expect heavy traffic delays approaching Exit 33 in Asheville