1 week ago in Business, Food & Drink, Health & Wellness, ZZZ App Top Stories

Farm report highlights recovery, rising costs in year after Helene

Asheville area food system shows resilience amid ongoing economic pressure

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Why Strength Training Is Essential for Long-Term Health

Building muscle isn’t just for athletes. Experts say strength training supports healthy aging, mobility, and everyday energy.

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Asheville police arrest suspect in east Asheville shooting

Two people were wounded in the May 14 gunfire, including one victim who remains in critical condition

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Lake Lure reopens as Gov. Stein praises WNC recovery efforts

Town leaders say restoration of the lake signals new hope for tourism, businesses and residents

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Strangeville: Why Thomas Wolfe testified in a Yancey County murder trial

The Asheville author testified in a Yancey County murder trial after witnessing a Burnsville confrontation one week before a deadly shooting.

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Fairview killings timeline: From welfare checks to murder charges

The homicide investigation continues to unfold after a family was found dead inside their home earlier this month

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6 public pools splash back to Asheville for Memorial Day weekend

Six public pools in Buncombe County will open for the season next weekend, just in time for the Memorial Day holiday.

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Brand-new Burlington opens on Tunnel Road, donates to Haw Creek Elementary

Burlington, a national off-price retailer, has opened a new store on Tunnel Road in Asheville. During the ribbon cutting, store staff presented Haw Creek Elementary School with a check for $5,000.

1 week ago in Sports

Gotterup posts lowest score and Scheffler survives rough start in wind-swept PGA Championship

Chris Gotterup had enough Jersey toughness to handle the cold wind and treacherous greens Friday in the PGA Championship and then poured it on at the end with three straight birdies, giving him a 5-under 65 for the low round of the tournament.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Music

New Wings exhibit traces Paul McCartney’s reinvention as husband, father and bandleader

The largest collection of Paul McCartney's personal artifacts ever publicly displayed is part of a new exhibit at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame centering on his life after The Beatles.

1 week ago in Entertainment

Bam! Pow! Krakoom! The everlasting allure of the American comic book

Pick one up. Be seduced by its glossy cover. Gaze upon the impossibly muscular body clad in a skin-tight suit. Our hero or heroine will surely be soaring, shouting, blasting a villain into next week. They are ridiculous. They are addictively great. Comic books, of the superhero variety, are 100% American.

1 week ago in Entertainment

John Travolta surprised with honorary Palme d’Or at Cannes Film Festival

John Travolta was surprised with an honorary Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival premiere of his directorial debut Friday.

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Asheville City SC returns to Greenwood Field with unified USL vision

Club highlights integrated performance system, expanded health partnerships and community focus

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Rep. Chuck Edwards faces House ethics investigation over harassment allegations

North Carolina Republican says he welcomes investigation, denies allegations of harassment and hostile work environment

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Hot, humid stretch ahead for Asheville area as highs push toward 90

Forecasters say warm, humid pattern will build through early next week before late-week cold front brings rain chances

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Lake Lure to lure over 800 visitors for Memorial Day beach reopening

Nearly 20 months after Tropical Storm Helene devastated the lakeside town, Lake Lure is poised to celebrate its grand reopening over Memorial Day.

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5 warning signs your home may have hidden water damage

Small issues can point to bigger problems if they’re left unchecked.

1 week ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Loving held without bond in Buncombe triple homicide case

Prosecutors say Devan Loving and teen co-defendant admitted involvement

1 week ago in Entertainment

Grammy-nominated Jordin Sparks selected to sing the national anthem at the Indianapolis 500

Grammy-nominated Jordin Sparks will sing the national anthem at next week's Indianapolis 500, race organizers announced Thursday. The singer, songwriter and actress also performed the anthem before the 2015 and 2024 races.

1 week ago in Sports

Deep, star-studded Avalanche reach the conference finals for 8th time since arriving in Denver

The Avalanche advanced to the Western Conference final for the eighth time since relocating to Denver courtesy of a Brett Kulak goal in a 4-3 win over the Minnesota Wild in Game 5. It's just the second time in the last nine playoff appearances the Avalanche have made it past the second round.