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Jump into a holiday storybook at the Asheville Winter Wonder Walk

The holiday spirit meets live outdoor theater at the Winter Wonder Walk. The 5th Annual Winter Wonder Walk, crafted by Asheville Plays! and hosted at the Adventure Center of Asheville, is an immersive, family-friendly stroll through the Kingdom of Winterland, a wintry story world filled with whimsical characters.

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NCDEQ launches grant program to aid Helene recovery

Asheville area communities offered free assistance to pursue state and federal rebuilding funds

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Cold front brings chance of wintry mix to Asheville area Friday

Light snow, sleet and freezing rain may create hazardous travel conditions; impacts likely to taper by afternoon

1 week ago in National

Trump-backed Republican Matt Van Epps wins US House special election in Tennessee

Republican Matt Van Epps won a nationally watched special election in Tennessee for a U.S. House seat Tuesday, maintaining his party's grip on the conservative district with help from President Donald Trump.

1 week ago in World

Marine robotics firm will resume deep-sea search for MH370 plane that vanished a decade ago

Malaysia's transport ministry said Wednesday that a private firm will resume a deep-sea hunt for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 later this month, more than a decade after the jet vanished without a trace.

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Europeans accuse Putin of feigning interest in peace after talks with US envoys

Ukraine and its European allies accused Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday of feigning interest in peace efforts after five hours of talks with U.S. envoys at the Kremlin produced no breakthrough.

1 week ago in Sports

Carter Hart returns to NHL after nearly 2 years and receives warm welcome from Golden Knights fans

Some fans brought signs supporting Golden Knights goalie Carter Hart, and the Vegas crowd generally welcomed him from the moment he skated onto the ice.

1 week ago in Entertainment

Lauren Graham and Amy Sherman-Palladino to release ‘Gilmore Girls’ book in Fall 2027

After years of advice books, children's books and cookbooks inspired by "Gilmore Girls," an upcoming work promises a more personal take on the beloved series. The co-writers are "Gilmore Girls" creator Amy Sherman-Palladino and star Lauren Graham.

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Multi-platinum rapper Toosii has committed to playing football at Syracuse

Rap artist Toosii is taking time off from his multi-platinum music career by going forward with his dream to pursue football after saying he has committed to Syracuse University.

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Australia, New Zealand drawn into same group at 2027 Rugby World Cup

Host Australia and three-time champion New Zealand were drawn into the same group Wednesday for the expanded Rugby World Cup in 2027, with the winner likely to meet defending champion South Africa in the quarterfinals.

1 week ago in Music, Trending

Spotify Wrapped 2025 is here and Bad Bunny has dethroned Taylor Swift as most-streamed artist

The holiday season is here, and with it, a present for fans of end of year data and marketing: Spotify Wrapped is here! And Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny has been named its most-played artist for a fourth time, dethroning Taylor Swift.

1 week ago in Sports

Chris Paul says the Clippers are sending him home from their road trip in a shocking late-night move

Chris Paul says the Los Angeles Clippers are sending him home from their road trip, putting a shocking twist on what is expected to be the veteran point guard's final NBA season.

1 week ago in Health & Wellness, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Buncombe County warns of growing chickenpox outbreak

Infants, teens and unvaccinated residents most at risk, officials say

1 week ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Buncombe County advances landslide mitigation, ends hauler rebate

Commissioners also revise affordable housing rules, ends longevity pay for new workers

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School delays in the Asheville area

See which schools will be starting late today

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Santa Claus for a cause: Support the YMCA at ‘Jingle and Mingle’ event

"Jingle and Mingle with the Clauses," will be held from noon to 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 13 at Embassy Suites by Hilton Asheville Downtown.

1 week ago in Sports

Serena Williams says she is not coming back to tennis

Serena Williams threw cold water on the idea that she might be preparing to return to tennis, writing on social media Tuesday that she is "NOT coming back," after a spokesman for the International Tennis Integrity Agency (ITIA) said the 23-time Grand Slam champion had registered with the sport's drug-testing body.

1 week ago in Entertainment, Trending

‘New Year’s Rockin’ Eve’ to feature Chappell Roan, Mariah Carey, Post Malone and Maren Morris

Mariah Carey, Post Malone, Chappell Roan, Demi Lovato and Maren Morris will help ring in the new year on "Dick Clark's New Year's Rockin' Eve," with additional performances by 50 Cent, Charlie Puth, OneRepublic and Pitbull.

1 week ago in Entertainment

Dua Lipa’s Mexico concerts come with specialty tacos, hot sauce and margaritas

Dua Lipa's three concerts in Mexico are accompanied by an exclusive culinary experience: a pop-up taqueria named La Dua, complete with hot sauce and margaritas.

1 week ago in Food & Drink, Health & Wellness, Local, Native Advertising, ZZZ App Top Stories

Drink safely this holiday season

Alcohol may play a role in holiday celebrations. Through responsible and safe behavior, the holidays can remain merry. Here are some tips to avoid getting tipsy this holiday season.