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Biltmore Village restoration project wins approval

Asheville plans to rebuild historic brick sidewalks, replace trees and improve pedestrian safety as Helene recovery continues

6 hours ago

Buncombe County to review winter shelter plans Tuesday

More funding, changing shelter capacity and Swannanoa's recovery plan are on the commissioners' agenda

7 hours ago

Buncombe County deputy injured in I-26 crash

The deputy was helping protect construction workers near Airport Road when another vehicle struck his patrol vehicle Sunday night

8 hours ago

Buncombe County bear-feeding ban takes effect

New restrictions give state wildlife officers enforcement authority as a public hearing approaches

Vice President JD Vance speaks at a midterm campaign rally at the LevelUp Training Complex in Monroe, Mich., Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026. (Daniel Heuer/Pool Photo via AP)

9 hours ago

JD Vance to hold campaign rally in Hendersonville Monday

Vice president's visit comes as Republicans fight to keep Western North Carolina's 11th Congressional District seat

An overgrown property along Swannanoa River Road in Asheville is part of the site proposed for a 524-unit apartment development. The project has raised concerns among city design reviewers about flooding and emergency evacuation routes.

1 day ago

Asheville’s 524-unit apartment plan raises flood safety concerns

A proposed development along Swannanoa River Road faces questions about emergency exits, flooding and traffic

1 day ago

Asheville Tourists’ Brian DeWine wins national MiLB award

DeWine's honor follows a $40 million ballpark renovation and record attendance in 2026

The intersection of Eagle and Market streets in downtown Asheville is among the areas slated for improvements. Asheville City Council has approved $175,000 to help downtown businesses affected by construction on several city streets.

1 day ago

Asheville approves $175K to help downtown businesses

Funding aims to keep customers coming during construction on Lexington, Coxe, Eagle and Market streets

2 days ago

First snow falls in NC mountains as freeze warning looms

Mount Mitchell sees snow as temperatures plunge across Western North Carolina

The intersection of Biltmore Avenue and John Walker Avenue in Asheville, near the site of a proposed 112-unit affordable apartment development. Asheville City Council authorized financing for the project Oct. 13, with construction expected to begin in December 2026.

2 days ago

Asheville advances 135 affordable homes, $6M housing aid plan

City Council backs new housing developments and homelessness prevention efforts, but relief could take months or years

Construction continues on the future Interstate 26 Connector near Broadway in Asheville, as seen from Riverside Cemetery. The project remains on schedule, with additional lane closures and rolling roadblocks planned for Oct. 18-22, 2026.

2 days ago

I-26 Connector update: Lane closures, detours ahead

NCDOT plans overnight closures on I-40, rolling roadblocks on I-240 and daytime work on Riverside Drive

The weathered gravestone of Scottish botanist John Lyon stands at Riverside Cemetery in Asheville. Lyon died in 1814, and historical accounts say his remains were moved twice before reaching Riverside Cemetery.

2 days ago

Tombstone Tales: The Asheville grave that moved twice

Scottish botanist John Lyon traveled the Appalachian wilderness collecting plants. His journey didn't end with his death in 1814.

3 days ago

828 Scoreboard: Week 9 of high school football

Western North Carolina high school football scores from Oct. 16

The Biltmore Station sign stands in front of the property at 2 Hendersonville Road, where Drury Hotels is proposing a 210-room hotel.

3 days ago

Asheville design panel backs 8-story Drury hotel

The proposed 210-room hotel near Biltmore Village advances despite concerns about its size, flooding and pedestrian access

3 days ago

Asheville rally highlights impact of federal health care cuts

State lawmakers and patients warn that federal changes could leave more North Carolinians struggling to afford health care

Campaign signs line the entrance to West Asheville Branch Library, one of Buncombe County's 13 early voting locations. More than 7,000 people cast ballots across the county Thursday, Oct. 15, the first day of early voting for the Nov. 3 general election.

3 days ago

Buncombe County early voting draws 7,049 on first day

South Buncombe and Weaverville led turnout Thursday, while registered Democrats accounted for just over half of voters

4 days ago

Buncombe County urges residents to avoid outdoor burning

Gusty winds and dry vegetation raise fire concerns as a cold front approaches Western North Carolina

4 days ago

Warren Haynes reveals star-studded Christmas Jam lineup

Greta Van Fleet, The War on Drugs and Gov't Mule are among the acts announced for the Dec. 12 show

4 days ago

Medical emergency suspected in fatal Asheville crash

Police identify the 74-year-old driver who died after his SUV overturned near McDowell Street and Doctors Drive

4 days ago

Asheville performing arts center could open in 2035

City seeks financial partners for proposed 2,500-seat venue as concerns grow over parking and protecting The Block

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