3 weeks ago in Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Looking Glass Fire prompts trail, road closures in Transylvania County

Fire fueled by downed trees from Tropical Storm Helene; exact size unknown

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NCDOT to put all-way stop at Aiken and New Stock roads in Buncombe County

Updated traffic pattern expected to cut serious injury crashes by more than 90 percent

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Trending

UK government blocks rapper Ye from entering Britain to headline festival

The rapper formerly known as Kanye West has been barred from entering the U.K., where he was scheduled to perform at the Wireless Festival in July. It came after government officials condemned Ye's history of antisemitic remarks. The festival's organizers confirmed the ban and said the entire three-day festival was being canceled as a result.

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Eaton to add 300 jobs in Buncombe County expansion

Growth at Arden and Avery Creek sites driven by demand for electrical equipment

3 weeks ago in Sports

The NBA’s stretch run has arrived. Here’s a look at what’s happening

A busy 10-game NBA slate awaits on Tuesday, and some clarity might come in terms of who'll end up seeded where.

3 weeks ago in Sports, Trending

Michigan muscles its way to program’s 2nd national title, beating stubborn UConn 69-63

The five fabulous transfers who make up Michigan coach Dusty May's starting lineup got down and dirty with the rest of the Wolverines — coming out with the national title trophy Monday night after muscling their way to a 69-63 victory over stingy, stubborn UConn.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd reunite for ‘Charlie’s Angels’ 50th anniversary

Once upon a time there were three little girls who starred as private detectives answering to a never-seen boss in a show that turned into a pop culture phenomenon called "Charlie's Angels." Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd reunited to mark the show's 50th anniversary at PaleyFest LA on Monday night.

3 weeks ago in World

Trump warns a ‘whole civilization will die tonight’ if a deal with Iran isn’t reached

Airstrikes hit two bridges and a train station in Iran on Tuesday, and Iranian officials urged young people to form human chains to protect power plants, as U.S. President Donald Trump warned that a "whole civilization will die tonight" if Tehran does not meet his latest deadline for the Islamic Republic to agree to a deal that includes reopening the crucial Strait of Hormuz.

3 weeks ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Former Buncombe pretrial official indicted in obstruction case

Investigation tied to supervision of suspect in fatal multi-county rampage

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Asheville roundtable targets federal plan affecting protected forests

MountainTrue, Sierra Club among groups urging public comment on Roadless Rule changes

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Forest Service overhaul could impact Asheville research hubs

No closures announced, but consolidation plan may shift roles at Southern Research Station

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Mulch matters: What Western North Carolina homeowners should know this spring

Carolina Mulch Plus owner and Builders Association president Mark Gould shares what homeowners should know before refreshing their garden beds.

3 weeks ago in Trending, World

Artemis II kicks off trip around the moon after surpassing Apollo 13’s distance record

With the moon now filling their windows, the Artemis II astronauts kicked off their lunar flyby Monday, taking in magnificent views of the far side never before witnessed while setting a new distance record for humanity.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Mets to retire Carlos Beltrán’s No. 15 in ceremony before he enters team’s hall of fame on Sept. 19

The New York Mets will retire Carlos Beltrán's No. 15 and he will enter the team's hall of fame before their home game against the Philadelphia Phillies on Sept. 19.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Man cleared in the killing of Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay could soon be freed

A man who was convicted and then cleared of killing rap star Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC could be freed within days after a judge granted him $ 1 million bond on Monday.

3 weeks ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

YMCA of WNC joins nationwide campaign to protect kids online

The Five Days of Action campaign is a week-long program designed to share ways to protect children from sexual abuse, especially in digital spaces.

3 weeks ago in Community, Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Pedestrian killed in Airport Road crash, APD investigating

The Asheville Police Department is investigating a fatal South Asheville motor vehicle collision which resulted in the death of Andrew Robert Angstead, 31, a pedestrian.

3 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Free concert alert: ‘Stomp and Holler’ at Downtown After 5

The first Downtown After 5 concert of the year, "Stomp and Holler Night," will be held next weekend at Pack Square Park, located in the center of downtown Asheville.

3 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories

New take on ‘Pride and Prejudice’ coming to Flat Rock Playhouse

A fresh new adaptation of Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" is coming to Flat Rock Playhouse next month. According to the Flat Rock theater, the retelling will transform the story for the stage while retaining its essential emotional elements.

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Senior communities offer built-in nutrition support for residents

Chef-prepared meals and tailored diets help manage chronic conditions