1 week ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Education, Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

‘Save the Woods’ walkout draws dozens of UNC Asheville students, community members

A crowd of University of North Carolina Asheville students, Asheville community members and local leaders attended a walkout today in front of the Highsmith Student Union on UNC Asheville campus. The protest was organized in support of "Save the Woods," a local rallying cry for the preservation of 45 acres of nearby urban forest.

1 week ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Suspect charged in Henderson County killings

Suspect faces two first-degree murder counts and attempted murder charges, sheriff's office says

1 week ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Asheville police ask for help locating teen facing new felony charges

Detectives say additional victims may be involved in ongoing investigation

1 week ago in Community, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Duke Energy to upgrade electric grid in Weaverville

Downtown work expected to begin in February and continue through mid-April, with traffic impacts likely

1 week ago in Local, Native Advertising, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Frigid air, gusty winds bring hazards to Asheville area

Wind chills, fire danger and minor wintry weather expected across Western North Carolina

1 week ago in Local, Sports, ZZZ App Top Stories

PGA TOUR names event director for Biltmore Championship Asheville

Nate Goldsnider brings nearly a decade of experience in golf and major sporting events

1 week ago in Education, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Some schools in Asheville area delay start times after frigid night

Several districts opt for delayed starts because of concerns about road conditions

2 weeks ago in World

Scientists call another near-record hot year a ‘warning shot’ of a shifting, dangerous climate

Earth's average temperature last year hovered among one of the three hottest on record, while the past three years indicate that warming could be speeding up, international climate monitoring teams reported.

2 weeks ago in National

NASA sends 4 astronauts back to Earth in first medical evacuation

An astronaut in need of doctors' care departed the International Space Station with three crewmates on Wednesday in NASA's first medical evacuation.

2 weeks ago in Sports

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes: ‘I want to be ready for Week 1’ after ACL surgery

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes intends to be ready for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season. Mahomes had surgery in mid-December to repair two torn ligaments in his left knee, and he said during a Zoom call Thursday that his rehab is "hitting all the checkpoints" that could get him back for summer workouts and perhaps even training camp this fall.

2 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Harry Styles announces first album in 4 years, ‘Kiss All the Time. Disco, Occasionally’

In this world, it's just him: Harry Styles has announced that his long-awaited, fourth studio album will arrive this spring.

2 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Education, Lifestyle, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

NC author Katelyn Williams on writing a book for ‘Brown Girls’ everywhere

On Tuesday, Jan. 13, debut author Katelyn Williams published her first children's book, "What Can Brown Girls Do?," a spotlight on the accomplishments of eight real-world Black and Brown women, written by Williams and illustrated by Danielle Arrington.

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

‘Love, Marquee’: Art gallery to host 4th anniversary Valentine’s bash

Next month, Marquee Asheville will ring in four years of Asheville community with a Valentine's celebration.

2 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Long Verizon outage ends, company offers credit to customers

Wireless voice and data services restored after disruption; users advised to restart devices if problems persist

2 weeks ago in Local, Native Advertising, ZZZ App Top Stories

Teens-level cold prompts pipe freeze warnings in Asheville

City recommends dripping faucets, insulating pipes and keeping thermostats steady

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

Two new measles cases reported in Buncombe County

State total rises to seven as officials link cases to South Carolina outbreak

2 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Weaverville rolls out redesigned water bills

New statements will show usage in gallons, add late-fee box and include a yearlong usage

2 weeks ago in Business, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Employers face higher living wage threshold in Asheville area

Just Economics sets $24.10 hourly rate, offers pledged option for businesses

2 weeks ago in Community, Crime & Safety, Lifestyle, Local, Pets, ZZZ App Top Stories

‘Sewer Kitty’ discovered under downtown Asheville storm drain

Two downtown Asheville workers were taken aback when they heard meowing coming from a nearby sewer grate. Upon closer inspection, the duo discovered a small, grey cat beneath a Battery Park Avenue storm drain.

2 weeks ago in Sports

McIlroy leads by one stroke after first round at Dubai Invitational

Rory McIlroy posted a 5-under 66 to lead by one stroke after the first round of the Dubai Invitational on Thursday.