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Front view of a blue and green city bus with a bike rack on the bumper and an amber destination sign above the windshield, parked on a street.

3 weeks ago

Faster buses or closer stops? Asheville puts transit choices to the public

Survey open through June 28 as officials seek rider feedback on trade-offs

Traffic moves slowly above an active construction work zone on Interstate 40 near the Pigeon River Gorge, where holiday travel, ongoing repairs and reduced speeds can combine to create backups during peak periods.

3 weeks ago

Road trip ready? These apps can help Memorial Day travelers dodge delays

In the Asheville area, I-26, I-40 and the Pigeon River Gorge could see heavy traffic through the holiday weekend

Mugshot of a man with a neck tattoo and mohawk in an orange jail uniform against a gray brick wall; 828 News Now logo above.

3 weeks ago

Drug trafficking suspect hit with laundry list of felony charges

Jacob Lee Beasley, 36, was arrested by Asheville Police Department officers today on 12 different charges, many for drug trafficking.

Beige two-story house with a three-car garage, brown shingle roof, and a neatly landscaped front yard.

3 weeks ago

Why education matters when choosing metal roofing and siding

Best Buy Metals says informed decisions start with understanding materials, use and long-term value -- not just price

Blue city bus drives through a flooded street with cars splashing water around it, amid heavy traffic and green trees in background.

3 weeks ago

Strong thunderstorms move through Asheville area

Thunderstorms moving through Buncombe County could produce gusty winds, lightning and small hail

Two white event tents sit behind rows of wooden bleachers on a grassy field under a blue sky with scattered clouds, at a sports venue.

3 weeks ago

How to get tickets for the Wicked Weed bar at Asheville PGA tourney

Ninth-fairway venue blends local beer, upgraded food and on-course action

Plate with two stuffed chicken drumsticks with melted cheese and peppers, paired with seasoned French fries on a yellow plate.

3 weeks ago

Fork & Dagger: Zella’s Deli delivers big New York flavor in Asheville

This Tunnel Road deli serves fresh-made sandwiches, crispy seasoned sides and the kind of atmosphere that feels straight out of Manhattan

A driver fills up at a local gas station in Asheville as fuel prices remain above $4 a gallon, prompting many motorists to rely on rewards programs and price comparisons to save money at the pump.

3 weeks ago

Paying more at the pump? Ways to get cheaper gas in Asheville

From grocery rewards to warehouse clubs, drivers are stacking savings at the pump

Water is seen outside the banks of the Swannanoa river in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024, in Swannanoa, N.C. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart)

3 weeks ago

Swannanoa riverfront restoration, Rosman floodplain projects get state funding

More than $1.2 million from North Carolina's Flood Resiliency Blueprint will support long-term flood protection efforts in Western North Carolina

A white squirrel in Brevard

3 weeks ago

Things to do in Asheville and WNC: May 22-25

Memorial Day weekend events in Asheville and Western North Carolina include White Squirrel Weekend in Brevard, an arts festival in downtown Asheville, family-friendly events, outdoor activities and live music.

Exterior view of Ripley's Aquarium with blue and red-framed glass facade, set against a hillside with trees and a rocky waterfront in the foreground

3 weeks ago

A Perfect Smoky Mountain Getaway From Asheville: Dive Into Family Fun at Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies

Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies offers Asheville-area families a short mountain getaway with sharks, penguins, and hands-on exhibits.

Mountain ridge framed by tree branches with green and yellowing leaves against a blue sky behind it

3 weeks ago

Pisgah View State Park: Opening timeline, history and key details

Pisgah View State Park, located in the lap of Mount Pisgah just 18 miles outside of Asheville, N.C., will provide Western North Carolina with over 1,500 acres of hiking, recreation and outdoor community when it opens. Learn all about it.

Infographic about increasing rain chances (May 21–23) for Western Carolinas and Northeast Georgia, with three daily weather maps labeled Thursday, Friday and Saturday showing rain coverage.

3 weeks ago

Storms return to WNC, setting stage for wet Memorial Day weekend

National Weather Service warns of repeated showers, thunderstorms and a stalled front bringing a cooler, wetter stretch into Memorial Da

A section of roller-compacted concrete, or RCC, takes shape along Interstate 40 in the Pigeon River Gorge.

3 weeks ago

I-40 rebuild in Pigeon River Gorge reaches major milestone

Nearly 20 months after Helene destroyed sections of Interstate 40, NCDOT says one of the nation's largest roller-compacted concrete projects is underway, with eastbound lanes targeted to reopen in 2028

United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County

3 weeks ago

United Way honors six at Community Impact Awards in Asheville

Awards recognize volunteer service, education leadership and nonprofit innovation at annual dinner

3 weeks ago

Hendersonville woman denied bond in poisoning murder case

Hendersonville murder suspect Gudrun Linda Jean Casper-Leinenkugel was denied bond today by a Hendersonville judge. County records say she will next appear in court for a Aug. 13, 2026 disposition hearing.

American flag waving on a tall flagpole along a highway with a clear blue sky and streetlights nearby.

3 weeks ago

Memorial Day 2026: Where to attend official ceremonies in WNC

This year, Memorial Day will be held on Monday, May 25, 2026, with several official ceremonies honoring fallen soldiers to be held in Western North Carolina. Find the best location for you.

Smiling man in a red shirt holds a 2025 winner plaque in front of a 'Best of Asheville' banner backdrop.

3 weeks ago

Best of Asheville invites the community to nominate local favorites

Nominations are open through June 10 for local businesses, people, places and services in Asheville and Western North Carolina.

A man and woman sit on outdoor concrete steps, smiling at the camera, with a colorful map and a white water bottle nearby, greenery behind them.

3 weeks ago

Biltmore, arts, hiking: Tourists explain what brings them to Asheville

Following Tropical Storm Helene, Asheville has struggled to regain its reputation as a premiere tourist destination. Nonetheless, tourists have kept coming. 828newsNOW asked a few visitors what inspired their visits to the Land of the Sky.

This Thursday, July 9, 2015 photo shows a Whataburger restaurant in San Antonio, Texas. The iconic Texas restaurant chain will not allow the open carrying of guns on its properties, taking a stand against a new law legalizing the practice. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

3 weeks ago

Whataburger plans Asheville restaurant on Smokey Park Highway

Permit application filed with the city proposes converting the vacant Popeyes fast-food building into a Whataburger with a drive-thru

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Things to do in Asheville and WNC: June 12-14

Crowd gathered on a wooden viewing platform overlooking a black bear sitting on rocks outside its enclosure in sunshine.

Festivals, concerts, stage productions, outdoor races and community events fill the June 12-14 weekend across Asheville, Black Mountain, Weaverville, Lake Lure and other WNC towns.

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