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4 days ago in Business, Food & Drink, Local
Black Mountain details years-long fire code dispute with Oak & Grist
Town says discussions began in 2023; distillery owner says expansion talks were unrelated to current enforcement action
4 days ago in Local, Native Advertising
Flash Flood Warning issued for Asheville as Merrimon Avenue floods, stranded vehicles reported
The National Weather Service warns of life-threatening flash flooding in central Buncombe County after 2 to 3 inches of rain fell, with more heavy rain expected through midnight
4 days ago in Food & Drink, Local
Fork & Dagger: Hidden South Asheville gem earns 5-fork rating
Fresh sashimi, inventive rolls and colorful décor make Asheville Sushi & Hibachi worth a visit
4 days ago in Crime & Safety, Local
Asheville police arrest man accused in string of naked break-in attempts
Detectives say 68-year-old faces attempted burglary, indecent exposure and secret peeping charges after months of incidents in the Deer Lake Drive neighborhood
4 days ago in Entertainment
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: July 24-26
Moth Night, Hillbilly Jam, Love Shine Play Festival, “RENT,” Bacon, Beer, Blues, Bourbon Fest and lakefront birding are among July 24-26 events across WNC.
4 days ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors
Flash Flood Warning issued in WNC; Asheville remains under Flood Watch
Heavy rain has already produced flooding in parts of the mountains, with additional downpours expected through Friday
4 days ago in Health & Wellness, Local
Permanent daylight saving time could mean darker winter mornings in Asheville, experts say
Proposed federal change would end twice-yearly clock changes, but health experts warn of possible impacts
4 days ago in Community, Local, On The Town
Asheville seeks public input on Biltmore Village recovery plan
At a Biltmore Village community meeting today, Asheville city planners provided an update on Tropical Storm Helene recovery in the historic neighborhood. Public input on the plan is wanted.
5 days ago in Sports
Wilt Chamberlain Lakers jacket found by a teen at a thrift store fetches over $89,000 at auction
A warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain during the 1972 NBA finals that was bought by a teenager for $3.07 at an Oregon thrift store sold for $89,600 at auction on Monday.
5 days ago in Sports
Red Sox win 15th straight, matching longest in club history, with 6-3 victory over Orioles
The Boston Red Sox won their 15th straight game to match a club record for the longest winning streak in team history from 80 years ago, beating the Baltimore Orioles 6-3 in the opener of a split doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon.
5 days ago in Lifestyle
The latest thing in cocktails is spicy and savory. Tips and recipes for home bartenders
Spicy drinks are having a moment, and it's no longer just standard spicy margs and bloody marys. Bartenders are getting experimental to create the perfect combination with a kick.
5 days ago in Entertainment, Music
Madonna, BTS and more World Cup halftime performers see jump in song streams, Justin Bieber up 110%
It was the 11-minute performance heard around the world. Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS and Shakira each brought abridged hits to the World Cup's first halftime show in a whirlwind performance Sunday just outside New York. And it has resulted in some noteworthy streaming bumps.
5 days ago in National
Terrorism trial opens in stabbing of author Salman Rushdie
The man convicted of trying to kill Salman Rushdie spent years researching the writer's whereabouts before stabbing him on a lecture stage, federal prosecutors said Wednesday at the opening of his federal terrorism trial.
5 days ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors
Flood Watch issued for Asheville, Buncombe County as up to 5 inches of rain possible
National Weather Service warns heavy rain could trigger flash flooding across Western North Carolina through Thursday evening
5 days ago in Business, Food & Drink, Health & Wellness, Local
Candler Ingles responds to Taylor Farms repackaging allegations
Produce management at the Ingles Market on Sand Hills Road in Candler has responded to online allegations that the store has been repackaging and selling Taylor Farms products amid concerns over a cyclosporiasis outbreak.
5 days ago in Local, Native Advertising
Tree falls on power lines, sparks fire, cuts power along Haywood Road in Asheville
Firefighters and Duke Energy crews respond after tree debris damages lines near RiverLink; hundreds lose electricity
5 days ago in Sports
NFL training camps set to open with 10 new head coaches, several QB changes and plenty of hope
The countdown is over. NFL training camp has arrived. Every team is 0-0 so there's hope in each city that this season ends with a championship parade.
5 days ago in Sports
Stephen Curry to have a dedicated exhibit at the Basketball Hall of Fame, a 1st for an active player
Stephen Curry is headed to the Hall of Fame, making more basketball history with a first-of-its-kind exhibit for an active player. Stephen Curry: Beyond the Arc is set to open Friday, celebrating the career of a two-time MVP and the NBA's career leader in 3-pointers.
5 days ago in Entertainment
Kaylee Hottle, deaf ‘Godzilla’ actor, killed in car crash at 18
Kaylee Hottle, a deaf actor best known for her starring role in two "Godzilla" films, died in a car crash in Maryland early Tuesday morning, the Frederick County Sheriff's Office said. She was 18.
Louvre reopens Apollo Gallery after a brazen heist, but no jewels are on display
The Louvre's Apollo gallery on Wednesday reopened to the public for the first time since 88 million euros ($102 million) worth of crown jewels were stolen in a dramatic daytime heist.
