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Mountain Radiance Medical Spa

3 weeks ago

Asheville spa focuses on personalized cosmetic, wellness care

Mountain Radiance provides injectables, laser services and skincare treatments

3 weeks ago

Killer double-feature: ‘How to Make a Killing’ and ‘Psycho Killer’ – 828reviewsNOW

Sometimes, the film release calendar feels like it's winking at you. This weekend marks the debut of "How to Make a Killing," a stylish thriller-comedy starring Glen Powell, and "Psycho Killer," a well-shot, poorly-written serial killer slasher. Read our reviews of the deadly duo for more.

Flat Rock Playhouse

3 weeks ago

Flat Rock Playhouse blends performance, education, tradition in Asheville area

Producing theater draws more than 100,000 patrons annually with year-round performances and education programs

3 weeks ago

Hikes of WNC: Beaver Lake Perimeter Loop

One of the most popular outdoor recreation spots in town is Beaver Lake. The North Asheville lake features a 2 mile trail around its perimeter, a popular, simple and scenic walk for all ages.

Green River Preserve

3 weeks ago

At Green River Preserve, campers learn, explore in Blue Ridge Mountains

Cedar Mountain camp offers summer sessions, expeditions and school programs on 3,400 acres

Educational Garden Project

3 weeks ago

Garden camp in Asheville blends play, planting and purpose

The Educational Garden Project offers children outdoor learning, animal care and farm-to-table cooking experiences

Odyssey ClayWorks

3 weeks ago

Odyssey ClayWorks brings art, education to Asheville community

Pottery studio offers classes, summer camps and programs for veterans and recovery participants

3 weeks ago

Best 2026 Summer Camps in Asheville and WNC: New Guide Helps Parents Plan Early

828newsNOW launches a searchable resource for families planning summer activities and early camp registration.

3 weeks ago

Tombstone Tales: Gig Young’s shocking murder‑suicide and his grave in WNC

Gig Young’s rise, fall and violent final act still echo from Manhattan to the mountains, where he’s buried under his real name.

3 weeks ago

Phantom Lamp Theatre Company leans into its name with ghostly new show

A new theater company has emerged in Asheville from beyond the veil. Phantom Lamp Theatre Company will bring their first show, "Close Quarters," an original play by local playwright Abby Auman, to the stage for two weekends, Feb. 20 to March 1.

Epstein Asheville documents

3 weeks ago

Asheville appears more than 100 times in Epstein files

Documents include financial records, FBI briefings and redacted references to alleged local victims

3 weeks ago

Costco’s withdrawal roils Asheville, spurs regional recruitment efforts

Officials in Canton and Henderson County publicly invite retail giant to consider new sites

Southeastern Container will invest $31 million to modernize and expand its headquarters and manufacturing operations in Buncombe County, adding 12 jobs and increasing production capacity at its Enka-Candler facility, company and local officials announced Thursday.

3 weeks ago

Southeastern Container to invest $31M in Buncombe expansion

Enka-based manufacturer to add 12 jobs, boost production capacity and modernize facility

3 weeks ago

Woman charged in fatal West Asheville motorcycle crash

Motorcyclist killed after collision at New Leicester Highway and Eliada Home Road

3 weeks ago

Deputy hurt in crash while responding to call in Barnardsville

Buncombe County deputy taken to Mission Hospital with minor injuries after patrol vehicle hits tree

3 weeks ago

Gusty storms sweep across Western North Carolina

Line of showers and isolated thunderstorms brings strong winds to Asheville and surrounding aeas

3 weeks ago

Hendersonville YMCA to honor local Black basketball legends

Later this month, the Hendersonville Family YMCA will host a community Black History Month celebration honoring local Black basketball champions.

3 weeks ago

Strong heart, calm mind: Why yoga is one of the best things you can do for your heart

February is American Heart Month and a great reminder to check in on your physical heart, your stress levels and your overall well-being.

3 weeks ago

WNC AIDS Project plans annual ‘Dining Out For Life’ fundraiser for April

The Western North Carolina AIDS Project will hold its 24th annual Dining Out For Life fundraiser this April at participating restaurants all over Asheville and Western North Carolina.

3 weeks ago

APD arrests 3 on gun and drug trafficking charges

The Asheville Police Department arrested three in West Asheville this week on drug and gun charges, including fentanyl trafficking.

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Ryan Coogler aware of potential Oscar history ahead but focused on ‘Sinners’ team before ceremony

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Ryan Coogler understands what Sunday night could mean for Oscar history. He's just not dwelling on it. Instead, the Oscar-nominated filmmaker is looking forward to spending one more night with his "Sinners" collaborators who helped bring the film to life.

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Morrissey calls off concert in Spain after local festivities deprived him of sleep

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British rock star Morrissey won't perform a concert in Valencia after festivities in the Spanish city kept him from getting a proper night's rest, the former frontman of The Smiths said Thursday.

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US forecasts blizzard, polar vortex, heat dome and atmospheric river all at once

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Days of downpours have begun in Hawaii. The Southwest will soon bake with day after day of record 100-degree-plus (38 Celsius-plus) heat. Two storms will dump snow by the foot over northern Great Lakes states. And the dreaded polar vortex will again invade the Midwest and East with soul-crushing Arctic chill. This forecast of extremes comes as weather whiplash has already hit much of the East.

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Two long-lost episodes of ‘Doctor Who’ have been found. Fans will soon be able to watch them

Over six decades of "Doctor Who," the intergalactic adventurer's adversaries have included evil robots, rampaging Yeti — and the BBC, which erased many early episodes of the now-iconic sci-fi TV series. A film charity announced Friday that it has found two previously lost 1960s episodes among the possessions of a deceased collector.

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Stabby’s dollhouse: ‘Dolly’ is derivative slasher fun – 828reviewsNOW

"Dolly," a new horror film evoking slashers like "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre" and filmed in Chattanooga, Tennessee, does Appalachian horror with gory panache. Read more in our review.