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Protect your home: Heating, plumbing experts MB HAYNES offer winter weather tips

When winter temperatures drop across Western North Carolina and upstate South Carolina, your home’s heating system and plumbing face extra strain. Freezing weather can lead to no-heat emergencies, frozen pipes, burst lines and costly water damage. Read MB HAYNES' expert advice for preventing damage to your home.

828newsNow's Pruett Norris demonstrates the layered clothing concept.

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Safe, unconventional ways to stay warm without power

From hot water bottles to indoor tents, creative ways Asheville area residents can keep the cold at bay without electricity

French Broad River

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What winter weather warnings, watches and advisories mean

The National Weather Service uses different criteria by region to signal varying levels of winter storm risk

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Cooking without power: Getting creative if Asheville loses power

A little preparation now can prevent hunger and stress during winter weather

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Asheville winter storm prep: Tips for home, car and pets

Freezing rain, sleet and snow could create dangerous conditions across the mountains

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Winter storm watch likely for Asheville area

Accumulating snow and ice expected in Western North Carolina from Friday night through Sunday

The Buncombe County Board of Elections rejected challenges against Asheville City Council candidate Antoinette Mosley, seen here, and Republican sheriff candidate Victor “Vic” Morman, allowing them to remain on the ballot.

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Buncombe elections board rejects two candidate challenges

Panel clears Victor Morman and Antoinette Mosley to remain on March primary ballot

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In case of power outage, make a food plan before the winter storm

This weekend, a major winter storm is forecast to hit the Asheville area. With power outages in play, get ahead of the snow by preparing a practical food plan.

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Asheville Restaurant Week returns with a double helping of deals

Asheville Restaurant Week is an annual, week-long celebration of Asheville cuisine featuring special menus and offers from over 50 participating restaurants. This year, Asheville Restaurant Week will be held twice, from Jan. 20-26 and Feb. 17-23.

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H.K. Edgerton, Confederate activist and former NAACP leader, dies at 77

Harold Kenneth "H.K." Edgerton, former president of the Asheville branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and a vocal advocate for the preservation of Confederate history, has passed away at the age of 77. 

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention The child’s cheek shows the characteristic rash associated with measles.

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New measles case confirmed in Asheville area

Buncombe County health officials urge residents to call before seeking care; exposure linked to Food Lion and Mission Hospital

National Weather Service Winter Storm graphic

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High-impact winter storm increasingly likely for Asheville area

Forecast confidence is increasing, but uncertainty remains over snow, ice or a mix

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TSA equipment issues resolved at Asheville Regional Airport

All security lanes reopened after long waits delayed travelers Monday

Northern lights seen in the Alexander area on Nov. 12, 2025.

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Northern lights may be visible in Asheville area tonight

NOAA issues severe geomagnetic storm watch as powerful solar eruption reaches Earth

Hundreds of people across Asheville and Buncombe County gathered Monday to honor the life and legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr., taking part in a full day of events that included prayer, worship and a peace march, despite frigid winter conditions.

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PHOTOS: Asheville honors MLK Jr. with prayer, march and rally

Hundreds brave cold temperatures for annual celebration of civil rights leader’s legacy

FILE - Wearing a beaded bolo around a pin that says "United States Senate," Sen. Thom Tillis, R-N.C., listens to thanks from members of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, after the passage of a bill granting the tribe with federal recognition, on Capitol Hill, in Washington, Dec. 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)

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Sen. Thom Tillis takes on the White House, but not Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) — Sen. Thom Tillis isn’t holding back during his final year in Washington. “I’m sick of stupid,” the…

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Buncombe County elections board to hear candidate challenges

Eligibility disputes involve Asheville City Council candidate Antanette Mosley and sheriff hopeful Victor Morman

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‘I Have a Dream’: Read Martin Luther King Jr.’s iconic speech

On Aug. 28, 1963, Martin Luther King Jr. delivered what would become one of the most famous speeches in American history. "I Have a Dream," King's address to the 200,000–300,000 attendees of The March on Washington, remains a signature rallying cry for civil rights over 60 years later.

Lake Lure remains about 15 feet below full pond as the town continues work to replace seals on the Tainter gates at the Lake Lure Dam, a project officials say is on schedule and expected to be completed in February 2026.

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Dam repairs keep Lake Lure 15 feet low through winter

Town plans shoreline cleanup, marina rebuild and spring reopening

Snowy scene near Wolf Laurel/Hatley Point

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Arctic air grips Asheville area; winter storm possible by weekend

Wind chills plunge below zero at high elevations as models signal growing storm threat

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10 hours ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, Outdoors

City sets schedule for South Slope Mardi Gras parade

The Asheville Mardi Gras parade will bring beads and merriment to the South Slope district of downtown Asheville this weekend. Street closures should be expected for most of Sunday afternoon.