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2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Film academy invites 529 new members, including Jenna Ortega, the Safdie brothers and Jacob Elordi

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Wednesday invited 529 members to the Oscar voting body, a new class that brings the group's membership to nearly double what it was a decade ago.

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2 weeks ago in Community, Local, On The Town, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Asheville Parks & Rec unveils new design for French Broad River parks

In the coming days, Asheville residents will be able to take a look at the design concept for the French Broad Riverfront Parks Project near the river itself. The design will be displayed on riverfront banners, at community centers and online.

Orange and white striped traffic barrels and barriers marking a road construction zone ahead.

2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

I-26 traffic shift begins near Weaverville

Nightly closures from June 24-26 are expected as crews prepare for a major traffic shift; officials warn delays may extend into the weekend

Mugshot lineup: three individuals in front of a height chart wearing jail uniforms (left in green, center in orange, right in orange).

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

Death by distribution charges filed in Mars Hill case, SBI says

Authorities say probe into one death uncovered additional child sexual abuse evidence

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2 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Asheville to turn hot again: Upper 80s, 90s and storm chances ahead

Western North Carolina gets a short break from the heat before summer surges back with high humidity, weekend storms and near-90-degree highs in Asheville

Interstate 26 traffic around Hendersonville was clogged from the morning well into the afternoon Tuesday after a fiery non-injury accident in a construction zone near exit 49B.

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

As traffic booms, NC’s 70-year-old interstate system faces costly future

New report finds North Carolina ranks third nationally in Interstate traffic growth while half of urban Interstate miles are now congested

Asheville City Hall

2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Asheville leaders OK $19.2 million Helene housing funds shift

City leaders also approved a data center moratorium, launched major Municipal Building renovations and advanced affordable housing projects

People skate on an outdoor rink surrounded by trees and pedestrians, with a city bus and buildings in the background.

2 weeks ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories

Temporary skating rink to be built in downtown Asheville for $682,000

During the Asheville City Council meeting tonight, a temporary skating rink was approved for construction in a $682,157 contract with B. Allen Construction, Inc. The temporary rink will be built on Asheland Avenue in downtown Asheville.

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

Asheville police, fire headquarters to remain open during downtown restoration

This summer, construction crews will begin a year-long restoration of the Asheville Police Department and Fire Station 1 headquarters in downtown Asheville. City officials stated that both services will remain active during the renovation.

2 weeks ago in Sports

US eases restriction on Iran’s World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match

The U.S. is easing its restrictions on Iran's World Cup team, allowing the squad to travel into the country two days before its next match, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Tuesday.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Mavericks announce hiring of Dusty May as coach hours before the start of the NBA draft

The Dallas Mavericks officially announced Dusty May as their new coach just a few hours before entering the NBA draft with the ninth pick on Tuesday night.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis set ‘Warriors’ musical for Broadway in 2027

Lin-Manuel Miranda and Eisa Davis are turning their concept album "Warriors" into a full-length Broadway show.

2 weeks ago in National

Savannah Guthrie says family remains ‘in agony’ over missing mom, begs the public for tips

"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie made an emotional appeal to viewers Tuesday to come forward with any information about her missing mother, a day after news organizations said a ransom note received months ago had indicated that she was dead.

Sign near a river warning of Riverside Park wave construction ahead with logos and safety icons, trees in the background

2 weeks ago in Community, Crime & Safety, Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Woodfin police stopping Taylor’s Wave paddlers for safety talks

The $4.8 million Taylor's Wave project is an eagerly anticipated installation for French Broad River kayakers, surfers and paddlers. However, until the river wave officially opens later this year, Woodfin police urge the community to stay safe and keep out.

Exterior of a Panda Express restaurant with a large red vertical banner in the foreground and a 'Do Not Enter' sign nearby.

2 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Panda Express opens new Asheville location June 26

Smokey Park Highway restaurant debut includes ribbon cutting and $1,000 donation to MANNA FoodBank

2 weeks ago in National

A shooter kills 2 at a Northern California library and an 18-year-old suspect is arrested

A shooting at a library in Northern California left two people dead and an 18-year-old suspect has been arrested, police said Tuesday. Police responded to a 911 call soon after 5 p.m. Monday.

2 weeks ago in World

Europe swelters under an early heat wave as France records 40 drowning deaths

Millions of people across Europe were exposed to extreme and exceptional high temperatures on Tuesday, with 40 fatalities from drowning recorded in France in the past week as residents seek relief from the searing heat.

2 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Giannis Antetokounmpo getting traded to Heat in blockbuster deal, AP source says

Giannis Antetokounmpo wants more championships. So do the Miami Heat. Their interests are officially aligned — and the Heat finally have another superstar.

Asheville City Hall

2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

5 things to watch at tonight’s Asheville City Council meeting

From data centers to affordable housing and Helene recovery projects, several major issues are headed before council

2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

USPS update: New Swannanoa post office design nearly finished

Construction contract could be awarded soon, but officials say no completion date has been set for the U.S. 70 facility

Recent Headlines

2 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town

Terpsicorps returns to Asheville with MANNA FoodBank partnership

The Terpsicorps Theatre of Dance, a local arts nonprofit, will soon stage its 2026 show, "AscenDANCE," bringing dancers from all over the world to Asheville for a season co-benefiting MANNA FoodBank.

10 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Bonnie Tyler, who topped the charts with epic ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart,’ has died at 75

Bonnie Tyler, the gravelly voiced, Grammy-nominated Welsh pop star whose 1983 chart-topping power ballad "Total Eclipse of the Heart" enchanted succeeding generations with its bombastic charms during solar and lunar eclipses, has died. She was 75.