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2 weeks ago

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: May 1–3

Looking for events in the Asheville area this weekend? From a free music festival in Asheville to spring gatherings and family outings -- there's plenty to celebrate during the first weekend of May across the 828.

2 weeks ago

3 Asheville breweries score medals in international beer competition

The World Beer Cup, a prestigious beer competition between brewers from all over the globe, held its 2026 ceremony on Wednesday, April 22. Three Asheville competitors claimed medals, including Wicked Weed Brewing, Diatribe Brewing Company and Hi-Wire Brewing Company.

2 weeks ago

New music venue Hellbender unveils logo, Geese, LCD Soundsystem shows

Hellbender by the Orange Peel, an outdoor venue opening this July along the Swannanoa River, has unveiled its new logo, designed by local tattoo artist Danny Reed of Hot Stuff Tattoo.

2 weeks ago

Pisgah Area SORBA is protecting WNC trails, one volunteer at a time

After Tropical Storm Helene, many Western North Carolina hiking and biking trails were destroyed, suffering from flooding, felled trees and other damages. They may have stayed that way without Pisgah Area SORBA and its mighty team of volunteers.

2 weeks ago

Asheville man charged after record fentanyl seizure

Police say Tip411 tip helped uncover large-scale drug operation

2 weeks ago

At YWCA Asheville, empowerment starts with connection

Classes, conversations and community support help women and families move forward

2 weeks ago

Asheville council backs key water, storm repair projects after Helene

More than $2 million in stormwater contracts approved alongside regional housing expansion

2 weeks ago

Beneath the Blue Ridge: What’s still unknown in Asheville’s Virginia Olson cold case

Police say some evidence still exists, no suspect has been identified, and key questions remain in the 1973 killing of a UNC Asheville student.

2 weeks ago

Record 6.22 pounds of fentanyl seized in Buncombe County bust

Multi-agency operation involving BCSO, DEA, SBI leads to six arrests and largest fentanyl seizure in agency history

2 weeks ago

Local coffee shop, arts nonprofit C.A.M.P. to close this May

Just over one year after opening, Coffee, Art, Music type Place, a coffee shop and arts nonprofit located off of Tunnel Road, has announced that it will shut its doors at the end of May.

2 weeks ago

Buncombe County teachers lose state supplement

Increasing property values and lack of state budget leave district ineligible for PRC071 pay boost

2 weeks ago

Asheville locals push back on ‘no-go zone’ narrative

Interviews highlight a mix of pride, concern and calls for more housing instead of increased policing

2 weeks ago

1 killed in late-night shooting at Flat Rock park

Authorities say incident not random; no threat to public

2 weeks ago

Different Strokes! produces latest work by local playwright Travis Lowe

This June, Different Strokes! Performing Arts Collective will debut the latest play by local writer/actor Travis Lowe, "Love and Other Vices."

2 weeks ago

Buncombe County ends budget year in better shape than expected

Commissioners review early changes to $485M proposed budget

2 weeks ago

Day Trips from Asheville: Marshall, NC

Where to eat, explore and unwind in one of Western North Carolina’s most charming small towns — just 30 minutes from Asheville.

2 weeks ago

Crash closes shoulder on I-40 West in Asheville area

Right shoulder closed near Porters Cove Road; traffic impacts expected through midmorning

2 weeks ago

State board flags 34,000 deceased voters in database review

Officials say findings part of routine list maintenance and verification efforts

2 weeks ago

Rain, storms bring relief to dry Asheville region

First meaningful rainfall in weeks expected to continue into Wednesday

2 weeks ago

Man arrested after midnight break-in at downtown hotel

Asheville Police Department officers apprehended Joseph Fuller Anderson, 39, at the Downtown Inn & Suites after a report from staff that a man had broken into the hotel electrical room.

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New Beatles fan experience set to open in London in 2027

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