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3 hours ago in Local, Native Advertising
I-26 Connector update: Blasting nears end at first site
No additional blasting is expected next week, but existing road closures and detours remain in place
3 hours ago in Local
Flood watch, wind alerts issued for Asheville, WNC
Isaias could bring flash flooding, landslides and power outages this weekend, with wind gusts up to 60 mph in higher elevations
5 hours ago in Local, Outdoors
NC bears are hungry, and they’re showing up at homes
A Biltmore Forest resident describes frightening encounters as wildlife officials warn that bears are searching for food ahead of winter
7 hours ago in Local
Storm preparedness checklist for Asheville and WNC
From emergency supplies to power outages and flooding, here's what to have on hand before severe weather hits
8 hours ago in Local, Politics
Asheville, Buncombe County candidates: A 2026 election guide
Find candidates for local offices, the General Assembly and Congress, with links to campaign websites and public campaign pages
10 hours ago in Local, Outdoors
Texas man missing in Great Smoky Mountains
Park rangers are asking for help finding Sahil Jilani, 24, whose vehicle was discovered at the Abrams Falls trailhead
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8 hours ago in Entertainment, Music
Linkin Park documentary ‘Unshatter’ tracks band’s emotional return to recording, touring
For years after the death of frontman Chester Bennington, members of Linkin Park weren't sure if the band would — or should — continue to exist. The new documentary "Linkin Park: Unshatter" takes fans inside the uncertainty, grief and creative risk behind their return, including raw footage of early recording sessions, conversations and experimentation that eventually led to Emily Armstrong joining the group.
1 day ago in Lifestyle
Caregivers need to take care of themselves, too
Nearly one in four adults in the United States, or 63 million people, provided care to adults or children with medical conditions or disabilities in 2025, a total that jumped by almost 50% in 10 years, according to a report by the National Alliance for Caregiving and AARP.
1 day ago in Business, Education, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Shop Simply
During Deal Days, you can get lifetime access to ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, and more for $70
Asheville and WNC readers can explore multiple AI models and image, voice and video tools with 1min.AI’s lifetime plan. The $69.97 offer ends October 11; monthly credit limits apply.
2 days ago in Business, Education, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local
A one-time fix for pop-up ads and family internet safety — now $15 during Deal Days
Asheville and WNC households can explore AdGuard’s ad blocking, privacy features and parental controls for up to nine devices. The $14.97 lifetime offer is for new users.
