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3 days ago

Weaverville Tailgate Market begins its holiday season today

'Tis the season to attend the Weaverville Tailgate Holiday Market. The annual holiday market will run from 3-6 p.m. every Wednesday from Nov. 5-Dec. 17 at the Weaverville Community Center, 60 Lakeshore Dr.

4 days ago

Health insurance rates in North Carolina to jump nearly 29% in 2026

Commissioner Mike Causey urges residents to research options as federal subsidies expire and health care costs climb

4 days ago

Buncombe board adopts Strategic Plan, tackles budget, food insecurity

Commissioners approve contracts for recreation upgrades, expand conservation efforts and reappoint tax collector

4 days ago

Costco project near Enka/Candler gets new hearing date

25-acre project that includes new road connections to go before Asheville Technical Review Committee on Nov. 17

4 days ago

Harrowing Iranian film ‘It Was Just an Accident’ is made of scar tissue – 828reviewsNOW

Revered Iranian filmmaker Jafar Panahi has returned with his latest movie, "It Was Just an Accident," a filmic tour-de-force already generating Oscars buzz after winning the coveted Palme d'Or at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. It deserves it. "It Was Just an Accident" is one of the best films of the year.

4 days ago

Lawrence wins Weaverville mayoral race, plus other Municipal Election results

The contest is over for the Weaverville and Woodfin Municipal Election held today, Nov. 4, 2025. 2,702 ballots were cast, making up 22.85% of registered voters in the four eligible precincts.

4 days ago

Election Day in Weaverville ‘busy’ as Municipal voting continues

According to Weaverville Town Clerk Tamara Mercer, election centers have "been busy. It was definitely busier this morning, but steady all day."

4 days ago

Veterans Day ceremony planned at VA hospital, some city offices closed

The city of Asheville will observe Veterans Day next week with an official ceremony at the Charles George VA Medical Center. Additionally, several city services will be impacted by the holiday.

4 days ago

Shelters open for Asheville area unhoused residents as cold arrives

Winter Shelter and Code Purple programs run through April to keep unhoused residents safe

4 days ago

Mystery behind Asheville’s ‘Vote Witch’ signs revealed

Local entrepreneur says signs promote handmade fragrance brand, not politics

4 days ago

November concert calendar: Live music in Asheville area this month

The Asheville area boasts a vibrant live music scene with venues catering to a wide array of genres, performers and taste. Read our calendar of shows coming up later this November.

4 days ago

Asheville groups come together to feed families for Thanksgiving

From free sit-down dinners to turkey giveaways, dozens of local organizations are helping ensure everyone has a place at the table

5 days ago

Winter blast expected to hit the Asheville area next week

Forecasters warn of 20- to 30-degree temperature drop, strong winds and possible mountain snow after a mild week

5 days ago

Black Mountain Center for the Arts announces free art exhibit

"Rising from the River" is a solo showcase of Asheville artist Michelle Hamilton's work, which will make its debut from 5-6:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 7 at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts.

5 days ago

Barnardsville barista: Meet the owner of one-woman coffee shop Quinn Wren Coffee

24-year-old Emily Timgren is a mom, a dedicated community member and owner and operator of Quinn Wren Coffee, Barnardsville's one-and-only specialty coffee shop.

5 days ago

These cookies make a perfect homemade holiday gift

Those with a knack for baking can gift a batch of these "Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies" courtesy of Lines+Angles.

5 days ago

Documentary about NC dancers’ work with veterans to make Asheville premiere

Timed to the celebration of Veterans Day, a documentary about a North Carolina dance company's work with veterans will make its Asheville premiere at the Wortham Center of the Performing Arts.

5 days ago

MANNA FoodBank rebounds after Helene with new facility

Volunteers and staff transform former FedEx site into a hub for food safety, storage and regional distribution

5 days ago

Shoplifters apprehended after months of evading custody

Two men wanted on open warrants for shoplifting and other charges have been taken into custody by the Asheville Police Department.

5 days ago

Murder warrant issued in Yancey County death

Henry Paul Deyton hospitalized after crash; remains in custody

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