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High fire risk, near-record warmth expected in Asheville area

Officials urge residents to postpone open burning as surface fuels remain dry

The Fairview Volunteer Fire Department has added a new vehicle to support its search-and-rescue K9 operations, thanks to donations from a local support group and a nonprofit organization.

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Fairview VFD adds SUV to support search-and-rescue K9 operations

Donated vehicle and specialized equipment will help safely transport Scout to emergency incidents

1 week ago

Multi-lane crash slows I-240 East traffic in Asheville

Wreck near Westgate Drive causes major morning traffic delays

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Fork & Dagger: Mountain Madre a mouthwatering stop on Merrimon

Fluffy rice, barbacoa tacos and shrimp chowder make it impossible to stop at just one round

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Body found during search for missing man in Buncombe County

Deputies discovered the deceased person near Elk Mountain Scenic Highway; identification pending

North Canton Fire Department

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Vehicle fire closes portion of I-40 in Haywood County

Officials warn of heavy traffic impact east of Exit 27

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Things to do in Asheville & WNC: March 6-8

Try on prom dresses, throw some color and check out a bunch of plants in Asheville this weekend. Find more activities in our guide.

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Photo gallery: Mehfil filled with color, food and dance for Holi

Mehfil Indian Restaurant celebrated Holi, the Indian festival of color and springtime, this evening. Check out our photos for more.

Asheville Municipal Golf Course

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Asheville Muni among nominees in 2026 Best of North Carolina Awards

Historic public course nominated alongside other local recreation and fitness businesses

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Alleged 19-year-old fraud mastermind slammed with 25 more charges

Masieuh Dewayne Morgan, 19, has been arrested on 25 charges of fraud, including conspiracy and assault on a female, following 25 other counts earlier this year.

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Asheville gas prices climb amid Middle East tensions

Lowest local pumps now at $2.48 as global oil market reacts to conflict in Strait of Hormuz

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SoCon basketball tourney schedule, tickets and events in Asheville

Southern Conference championship week features games, fan events and free downtown trolley service

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Asheville Regional Airport posts second-busiest year ever in 2025

AVL serves 2.24 million passengers despite Tropical Storm Helene impacts and terminal construction

National Weather Service

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Springlike warmth settles over Asheville area

National Weather Service forecasts highs in the upper 70s, increasing wildfire risk and weekend rain chances

Vote here election sign

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Nearly 55,000 votes cast in Buncombe County primary

Early voting accounts for majority of turnout as county begins post-election canvass process

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Prescribed burn planned at DuPont State Recreational Forest

Weather permitting, crews will burn select areas to cut wildfire fuel and boost ecosystem health

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Election results: U.S. Senate, NC House District 11, Asheville area races

Unofficial results show outcomes in North Carolina Senate primary, Chuck Edwards’ 11th District race and key local contests

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Ager wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in NC-11th

WASHINGTON (AP) — Jamie Ager wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District.

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Edwards wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in NC-11

WASHINGTON (AP) — Chuck Edwards wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District.

Democratic former Gov. Roy Cooper, who is running for U.S. Senate, speaks to reporters after casting his ballot on the first day of in-person early voting in the state's primary election, Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, in Raleigh, N.C. (AP Photo/Allen G. Breed)

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Cooper, Whatley clinch North Carolina Senate nods

Former Gov. Roy Cooper and ex-RNC Chair Michael Whatley advance in race to replace retiring Sen. Thom Tillis in contest that could decide Senate control

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