3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

ART adjusts routes amid I-26 ramp closures

Bus stop at Hill Street and Riverside Drive to be discontinued

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

Early-season heat wave to build across Asheville area

Temperatures could approach 90 degrees as dry conditions raise fire concerns

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

Long commutes drive toll lane discussion for I-40 expansion

Express lanes proposed as answer to congestion west of Asheville

3 weeks ago in Business, Local, Native Advertising, ZZZ App Top Stories

Window World of Asheville builds reputation on service, affordability

Company points to repeat customers and broad product offerings as keys to success

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

I-26 Connector ramp closures set to begin April 16

Closures at Riverside Drive, Hill Street and Patton Avenue ramps aim to advance ongoing construction work

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Gene Simmons of Kiss visits Detroit Rock City to open new restaurant location

Gene Simmons visited Detroit Rock City on Thursday to celebrate the grand opening of a restaurant co-founded by him and his Kiss bandmate, Paul Stanley.

3 weeks ago in National

Soaring gas prices leads to biggest monthly inflation spike in four years in March

The largest monthly jump in gas prices in six decades caused a sharp spike in inflation in March, creating major challenges for the inflation-fighters at the Federal Reserve and heightening the political challenges of rising costs for the White House.

3 weeks ago in Sports

Pittsburgh Penguins clinch a playoff spot, ending their 3-year drought

For the first time in four years, it will soon be a great day for playoff hockey in Pittsburgh. The Penguins clinched a playoff spot Thursday night by beating New Jersey, ending their postseason drought that lasted three seasons.

3 weeks ago in Sports

McIlroy atop Masters leaderboard again, while DeChambeau and Rahm will have to fight to make the cut

Defending champion Rory McIlroy picked up where he left off a year ago. For a couple other big names at the Masters, just making the cut is no guarantee.

3 weeks ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Asheville Christian Academy donates $300K for Helene home repairs

Funding will support about 10 projects for low-income families in Swannanoa

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

Free summer program trains next generation of builders

Blue Ridge Community College in Flat Rock targets workforce gaps with hands-on courses

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

Grasshoppers edge Tourists 4-3 in 11 innings

Greensboro loads bases, draws walk-off win at home

3 weeks ago in Arts & Culture, Community, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives, ZZZ App Top Stories

One-woman play ‘Natural Shocks’ is an electrifying, intimate experience

"Natural Shocks" a one-woman show by Lauren Gunderson, is running from April 2-12 at the BeBe Theatre. Read our review for more.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment

Pink to host the 2026 Tony Awards on June 7 at Radio City Music Hall

The Tony Awards have turned to a singer with a reputation for a high-energy, physical live show to be the next telecast host — Pink. The three-time Grammy Award winner will make her debut as MC for the awards on June 7 at its familiar home of Radio City Music Hall.

3 weeks ago in Sports

76ers say Joel Embiid will have surgery for appendicitis with no timeline for his return

Joel Embiid was diagnosed with appendicitis and will undergo surgery on Thursday in Houston, the Philadelphia 76ers announced. The 76ers are scheduled to play at the Rockets on Thursday night.

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

Homelessness climbs again in Asheville, Buncombe County

Officials cite Helene, housing shortages in 2026 count

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

West Asheville growth drives push for more shopping options

City discussions with Costco and ongoing projects signal shifting retail landscape in Enka/Candler area

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Thousands of fans gather as BTS launches world tour in South Korea

A huge crowd of BTS fans packed into a stadium near Seoul on Thursday to see the K-pop supergroup kick off their long-awaited world tour.

3 weeks ago in Entertainment, Music

Megan Moroney, Miranda Lambert and Ella Langley lead 2026 ACM Awards nominations dominated by women

Megan Moroney leads the 2026 Academy of Country Music Awards with nine nominations. That includes a first-time nomination for the top prize of the night, entertainer of the year, as well as director and artist-songwriter of the year. She's also received her third consecutive nominations for female artist and visual media of the year.

3 weeks ago in Lifestyle

Travelers face higher costs and fewer flight options as jet fuel prices swing

A new reality is setting in for travelers worldwide: rising fees, fewer flight options and difficult decisions about whether a trip is worth the cost.