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Earth Fare says Westgate shops will continue operating for ‘years’ despite UNC Health sale
Westgate Shopping Center was purchased by UNC Health as a potential new hospital earlier this summer. Then, the Westgate Parkway flyover was closed to make way for the Interstate 26 Connector project. However, current Westgate businesses are not going anywhere anytime soon.
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Asheville Fire Department opens Explorer Program for teens
Teens ages 14-18 can apply for the hands-on program offering firefighting training, mentorship and leadership skills
4 days ago
What the Roadless Rule rollback could mean for Asheville area forests
Public can now weigh in on proposal affecting parts of Pisgah and Nantahala national forests
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Things to do in Asheville and WNC: Aug. 21-23 weekend events
Downtown After 5, Pigeon RiverFest, Hazy Hideaway, Asheville Film Festival, Leftover Salmon, outdoor programs and theater are among the weekend events across WNC
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Biltmore Championship Asheville unveils trophy, highlights local economic impact
The trophy for the upcoming Biltmore Championship Asheville golf tournament was unveiled today as preparations continue for the PGA TOUR event. Thousands of people are expected to come to the area for the tournament.
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Rural leaders push for hospital competition in WNC
Madison, Yancey and Clay County leaders, EMS officials and patients told state officials that distance, ambulance delays and limited specialty care are putting rural residents at risk
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4 health systems compete for 92 hospital beds in WNC
UNC Health, AdventHealth, Novant and Mission offer competing plans as state officials consider how to expand hospital capacity
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Officials seek to capture female black bear that attacked Asheville resident
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is making an effort to capture an adult female bear after she injured an Asheville resident in their home on Tuesday evening.
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Asheville mayor calls for vote to terminate Flock camera contract
Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer has called for a City Council vote authorizing the termination of a city contract with Flock Safety, citing concerns from residents about privacy and security.
5 days ago
Bear reportedly enters Asheville-area home, swats at resident
The occupant was evaluated by EMS and taken for further evaluation
5 days ago
Buncombe commissioners approve $1.6M indoor recreation center design
Board also backs Southeastern Container expansion, UNC Health hospital and Lennie’s Law
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New Asheville festival to celebrate historic neighborhoods through music, history and advocacy
The Legacy Neighborhoods Coalition Festival, which will be held at Memorial Stadium, is a new two-day festival celebrating the people and culture of five historic Asheville neighborhoods: Burton Street, East End/Valley Street, Emma, Shiloh and Southside.
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Helene-damaged section of U.S. 176 near Saluda set for reconstruction
Reconstruction will require U.S. 176 to remain closed through late 2029. Interstate 26 will serve as a detour to access points on both sides of the closure.
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Asheville police seek help locating teenage suspect in July shooting
The Asheville Police Department have requested assistance from the public with locating Elijah William Poore, 18, who has open warrants related to a July 24 shooting.
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More than 125 grams of fentanyl, cocaine and meth seized in Asheville motel bust
On Aug. 11, 2026, members of the Buncombe County Sheriff's Office Special Response Team seized 25.9 grams of fentanyl, 48.6 grams of cocaine, 51.9 grams of methamphetamine, five handguns and $3,272 in a Rock Haven Motel drug bust.
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Asheville pulls proposed bus route cuts from City Council agenda
Proposed ART changes that could have cut service in some neighborhoods will be reconsidered at a later date
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New cyclospora cases continue to decline in North Carolina
Cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal disease caused by the parasite cyclospora, have reduced dramatically after a major outbreak hit North Carolina earlier this summer.
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4 health systems compete for 92 beds at Wednesday hearing
UNC Health, HCA, AdventHealth and Novant are seeking state approval for competing projects
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Downtown Asheville home featured on HGTV sells at record price for city condo
Earlier this month, a home on the top floor of a Broadway Street building in downtown Asheville sold for $3.15 million in a record-breaking transaction.
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Veteran support groups from across NC meet in Mills River
The statewide collaboration focused on closing gaps in services and creating a “no wrong door” approach for veterans and their families
