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2 weeks ago

Slippery roads expected as snow persists in high elevations near Asheville

Winter Weather Advisory continues across Western North Carolina

2 weeks ago

Cold snap brings warm acts of kindness to Asheville area

BeLoved Asheville calls for blankets, warm gear and food to fill boxes as December storms move through

2 weeks ago

UPDATE: Missing person Kevin Dwayne Lyles has been found safe

The Asheville Police Department issued a notice today that Kevin Dwayne Lyles, reported missing on Nov. 10, has been safely located.

2 weeks ago

NCDOT: Bat Cave roadwork to stretch into 2026-27

Residents face another year or more of restricted access as crews rebuild Helene-damaged routes

2 weeks ago

Asheville offers free ‘Calls From Santa’ for young children

Organizers say program provides a special North Pole experience for little ones

2 weeks ago

Arrest made in fatal Amboy Road shooting

Police charge 22-year-old with first-degree murder in Asheville’s sixth homicide of 2025

2 weeks ago

Wintry mix delays start of classes in some Asheville area schools

See if your school has adjusted start times because of the weather

2 weeks ago

5 new movies to see, stream or skip in December 2025 – 828reviewsNOW

The end of the year is almost here, but there are still movies coming out left and right. From animated sequels to Christmas comedies to Netflix dramas, here are five new movies to see, stream or skip this December.

3 weeks ago

Suspect in deadly stabbing captured in Jackson County

Buncombe County Sheriff's Office says brothers were found with stab wounds in incident near Madison County line

3 weeks ago

Cold rain for most, snow for some as system moves into WNC

Precipitation begins after midnight, starting as a brief mix before turning to rain and mountain snow

3 weeks ago

Swannanoa Small Area Plan workshop draws hundreds

Second in-person workshop set for Dec. 8, with online option open to residents unable to attend

3 weeks ago

Tombstone Tales: Riverside grave with bold confession

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Riverside Cemetery is known for its monuments, the Southern writers who draw visitors from around the country…

3 weeks ago

Hikes of WNC: Christmount Loop

The choose-your-own-adventure trails in the woods around the Christmount community of Black Mountain are steep, but their features are charmingly eclectic, making for a dynamic and diverse hiking experience.