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3 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising, ZZZ App Top Stories

Cooler temperatures mark start of meteorological fall

Cold front may bring more showers Thursday; warmer weather possible by weekend

3 weeks ago in Features

How to draw every president and first lady in 4 steps

John Hutton, a North Carolina art history professor who draws in his spare time, outlined his four-step technique in a new book, "How to Draw the Presidents & First Ladies," published in July by the White House Historical Association.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Oscar buzz builds for Dwayne Johnson’s role as Mark Kerr in ‘The Smashing Machine’

Dwayne Johnson takes a serious turn as UFC fighter Mark Kerr in "The Smashing Machine," which had its world premiere Monday at the Venice Film Festival. "I have for a long time wanted this," Johnson said before the premiere.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Naomi Osaka and Iga Swiatek roll into the quarterfinals at the US Open

Naomi Osaka and Iga Swiatek rolled into the quarterfinals at the U.S. Open, showing off what once made each of them the top-ranked women's tennis player in the world.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Belichick’s college coaching debut at North Carolina ends in blowout loss to TCU

Monday night's hyped-up debut turned into a romp by TCU — along with a reminder that even an NFL icon with six Super Bowl titles as a head coach can't just magically turn the Tar Heels into winners after decades of also-ran status.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

Anna Wintour taps Chloe Malle as Vogue successor — but she’s still in charge

Anna Wintour ended weeks of fashion-world speculation Tuesday when she named Chloe Malle her successor as head of editorial content at Vogue — but the most powerful person in the business isn't going anywhere.

3 weeks ago in World

Rescuers race to find Afghan quake survivors as death toll passes 1,400

The Taliban said the death toll from a major earthquake in eastern Afghanistan passed 1,400 on Tuesday, with more than 3,000 people injured, as the United Nations warned of an exponential rise in casualties.

3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Crash snarls traffic on I-26 eastbound near Elk Mountain Road

Drivers advised to expect congestion and delays

3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Heavy congestion reported on Smokey Park Highway

Commuters urged to seek alternate routes from Enka-Candler into Asheville

3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Labor Day in Asheville marked by chants for change

Groups highlight Mission nurses’ union, educator organizing and rising cost of living as hundreds rally downtown

Juan Francisco Martinez Jr.

3 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Police charge man in downtown Asheville shooting

Detectives searching for 36-year-old felon in shooting that happened early Saturday

3 weeks ago in Housing, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Renew NC marks milestone in Helene recovery effort

First home completed in Henderson County as 2,000 residents seek help

3 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Food & Drink, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, Outdoors, Photo, ZZZ App Top Stories

PHOTO GALLERY: Hendersonville has bushels of fun at NC Apple Festival

Hendersonville dressed in their apple-themed best for the 79th annual NC Apple Festival. Check out our photo gallery from the downtown event.

3 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Juvenile arrested with firearm at Erwin High football game

Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office credits school staff, resource officers for quick response and safe resolution

3 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town, Photo, ZZZ App Top Stories

PHOTO GALLERY: The best of Boomtown FestAVL

For the second day of Boomtown FestAVL, Saturday, Aug. 30, we captured small moments from the festivities in a photo gallery.

4 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Asheville man wins $1 million with scratch-off

Bobby White claims lump-sum payout of $430,503 from MAX-A-MILLION ticket

4 weeks ago in Asheville History, Local, Native Advertising, ZZZ App Top Stories

Tombstone Tales: The 1911 Asheville Murder Story Behind a Riverside Cemetery Grave

A simple grave in Riverside Cemetery marks the tragic story of Allen “Buck” Trivette. In 1911, the young Asheville man was shot by his uncle, Pitt Ballew, during a family quarrel that led to trial in Buncombe County.

4 weeks ago in Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Hiker found safe after going missing in Middle Prong Wilderness

Search crews guide lost hiker to safety near Green Mountain Trail

4 weeks ago in Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Devil’s Courthouse area reopens on Blue Ridge Parkway

Repairs restore 85 miles of continuous travel from Asheville to Cherokee

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13 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.

13 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.