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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

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6 hours ago in Business, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, Outdoors

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 in Arts & Culture, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town

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.