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3 days ago in Lifestyle

There’s an easy way to get rid of all the reusable bags piling up in your home

The environmental impact of a reusable bag is relatively small, so ending up with a sizable stash isn't a significant problem. Still, paring down can declutter cupboards and lead to a smaller collection that'll actually get used. As for the excess, donate to food banks and thrift stores.

1 week ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town

Pack’s Tavern ghost stories to be featured in paranormal documentary

First in Fright Paranormal, a team of paranormal investigators who explore rumored haunted locations across the United States, will make a stop in Asheville this November. The crew will shoot a short documentary featuring the ghost stories of Pack's Tavern.

1 week ago in Arts & Culture, Business, Community, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town

City grant applications open for Asheville nonprofits to fund free public events

ArtsAVL, the Asheville area arts council, has opened applications for eligible nonprofits to receive between $3,000 and $10,000 to hold free public events along Asheville streets, in Asheville parks or other outdoor spaces around the city.

1 week ago in Lifestyle

Want to lower your risk of dementia? It doesn’t involve a blood test

New blood tests that might predict Alzheimer's years before symptoms begin may sound tantalizing for people who worry about later-in-life dementia. But doctors say they aren't quite ready yet — and besides, you don't need a test before trying to lower your risk.

2 weeks ago in Lifestyle

In an age of instant answers, educators say there’s a case for letting kids struggle a little

When children forget their lunch, can't solve a math problem or don't know how to get somewhere, the instinct for parents can be to step in immediately. But sometimes, the problem is an opportunity.

2 weeks ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town

State fair preview: Officials offer safety reassurance ahead of opening

State and regional safety officials congregated at the Western North Carolina Agricultural Center today to provide reassurance and a safety update in advance of the NC Mountain State Fair this weekend.

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12 hours ago in National

Judge orders White House to restore access to CNN, MS NOW and Politico. Reporters still blocked

A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump's ban of three news outlets from the White House, ordering early Thursday that CNN, MS NOW and Politico must have their access restored. Reporters from all three outlets, however, said they remained blocked a few hours after the ruling.

3 days ago in National

California farmers are struggling to sell grapes as demand for wine drops

It's harvest time in California wine country, but many growers are struggling to sell their grapes as changing drinking habits have caused demand to plunge. The decline is forcing some growers to tear out vineyards that their families have grown for generations.

6 days ago in National, Trending

Early voting begins in US midterm elections that could flip control of Congress

In-person voting for this year's midterm elections began Friday, ushering in the final six weeks for Americans to decide which party they trust to lead Congress through a cost-of-living crisis, a prolonged war in Iran and other pressing issues.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

US marks 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks

Americans are commemorating the 25th anniversary of 9/11, remembering the shock, the dead and the sweeping consequences of the al-Qaida attacks on symbols of U.S. might and prosperity.

2 weeks ago in National, Trending

Anthropic researcher resigns with warning about the dangers of AI development

An Anthropic researcher said he is resigning from the company over concerns the artificial intelligence firm and its competitors are not acting responsibly in AI development, echoing concerns raised inside and outside of the industry about the technology's potential to elude human control.

2 weeks ago in National

Cyclospora outbreak followed years of declining FDA foreign inspections

A nationwide outbreak of cyclospora tied to contaminated lettuce has heightened safety concerns about imported food, while underscoring a longer-term trend: U.S. regulators are conducting fewer international inspections to catch contaminated produce before it lands on American plates.

Sports

12 hours ago in Sports

Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight set for December in Cardiff

The long-awaited bout between British boxers Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will take place Dec. 11 in Cardiff, a promoter said Thursday. The two former heavyweight world champions will meet at the Principality Stadium, promoter Turki Alalshikh said on social media.

1 day ago in Sports

Giants QB Jaxson Dart is expected to have season-ending knee surgery, AP source says

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart is expected to have season-ending surgery on his left knee, according to a person with knowledge of the details of the injury.

1 day ago in Sports, Trending

Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown to accept plea deal on attempted murder charge, his lawyer says

Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown plans to accept a plea deal on an attempted murder charge in Miami that avoids prison, as part of an agreement that his lawyer said Wednesday was too good to turn down.

1 day ago in College, Local, Sports

Bulldogs basketball: UNC Asheville announces Big South Conference schedule

The University of North Carolina Asheville men's basketball team has announced its 2026-27 Big South Conference schedule, which includes eight games at home inside the Kimmel Arena.

2 days ago in Sports

Alvarez hits 41st homer and drives in 3 as Astros blank Mariners 7-0 to tie Rangers atop AL West

Yordan Alvarez resumed his Triple Crown push with a home run and three RBIs as the Houston Astros beat the Seattle Mariners 7-0 on Tuesday night to pull even with Texas atop the AL West.

3 days ago in Sports

Jaxson Dart injures his knee as several Giants stars get banged up in loss to Rams

If there were a list of most important New York Giants, seemingly all those key players got hurt at some point during a 28-6 loss to the Los Angeles Rams on Monday night, starting with quarterback Jaxson Dart injuring his left knee during his team's first series.

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1 day ago in Sports, Trending

Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown to accept plea deal on attempted murder charge, his lawyer says

Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown plans to accept a plea deal on an attempted murder charge in Miami that avoids prison, as part of an agreement that his lawyer said Wednesday was too good to turn down.

2 days ago in Trending, World

New book by Princess Diana’s brother prompts war of words with King Charles III

A book published Tuesday by the brother of the late Princess Diana has made headlines around the world with its damning allegations about Diana's ex-husband, now King Charles III, and reopened decades-old wounds within Britain's royal family.

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3 hours ago in Community, Local, Outdoors

SAHC hits 100,000 protected acres with Camp Rockmont easement

With the addition of 336 acres of forest overlooking Lake Eden, the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy has officially preserved over 100,000 acres of land across the mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee.

6 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local

Jackie Stepp to lead Asheville Police Department

Stepp has led the Asheville Police Department on an interim basis since November 2025

11 hours ago in Housing, Local

Asheville weighs changes to $4.7M housing aid program

Proposal would add temporary rent assistance and give priority to people experiencing homelessness

12 hours ago in Health & Wellness, Local, Native Advertising

Massage Envy Asheville launches Hydrafacial skin care treatments

A consistent skin-care routine can help keep your complexion looking and feeling its best. This October, Massage Envy Asheville is expanding its skin-care lineup with Hydrafacial, a customizable treatment designed to cleanse, exfoliate, extract and hydrate.

12 hours ago in Local, Outdoors

Asheville residents call for new approach to bear conflicts

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Residents urge city leaders to focus on preventing problems before bears become public safety concerns

13 hours ago in Local, Politics

Bishop William Barber brings voter mobilization tour to Asheville

Civil rights leader will speak Oct. 1 ahead of early voting in Buncombe County

News

15 hours ago in Entertainment, Native Advertising

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: Sept. 25-27

Eliada Corn Maze, Blue Ridge Pride Festival, Black Mountain Blues Experience, fall fairs, dog events, live music and outdoor activities are among the weekend events across WNC.

2 days ago in Entertainment

Robert Pattinson brings ‘To Catch a Predator’ to life in new film ‘Primetime’

When Robert Pattinson first got the script for "Primetime," a dramatization of NBC Dateline's "To Catch a Predator" and the controversial sting operation that would lead to its cancellation, he was amazed it hadn't been made into a movie already.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Music

How Ella Langley’s ‘Choosin’ Texas’ became the longest-running No. 1 hit of all time

Ella Langley's "Choosin' Texas," a simmering, midtempo, country-and-then-some heartbreak song released last October, is indisputably 2026's biggest hit.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose involving fentanyl, coroner says

Hayden Panettiere had been released from a drug rehabilitation facility in Malibu, California, just weeks before her overdose death from a mixture of illicit and prescription drugs, according to a coroner's report obtained by The Associated Press.

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1 day ago in Sports, Trending

Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown to accept plea deal on attempted murder charge, his lawyer says

Former NFL star wide receiver Antonio Brown plans to accept a plea deal on an attempted murder charge in Miami that avoids prison, as part of an agreement that his lawyer said Wednesday was too good to turn down.

2 days ago in Trending, World

New book by Princess Diana’s brother prompts war of words with King Charles III

A book published Tuesday by the brother of the late Princess Diana has made headlines around the world with its damning allegations about Diana's ex-husband, now King Charles III, and reopened decades-old wounds within Britain's royal family.

2 days ago in Entertainment, Trending

Hayden Panettiere died from accidental overdose involving fentanyl, coroner says

Hayden Panettiere had been released from a drug rehabilitation facility in Malibu, California, just weeks before her overdose death from a mixture of illicit and prescription drugs, according to a coroner's report obtained by The Associated Press.

2 days ago in Features

Fat Bear Week opens for Alaska’s heavyweight crown. Can Chunk, the 1,200-pound champ, win again?

After a summer spent packing away sockeye salmon, Alaska's heftiest brown bears are ready to throw their weight around. Online voting began Tuesday for Fat Bear Week, the annual contest that pits the rotund residents of Katmai National Park and Preserve against each other for the title of most oversized ursine.