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3 weeks ago

Costco withdraws Enka-Candler development proposal

Retailer pulls application for 160,000-square-foot warehouse; city officials say discussions could continue

3 weeks ago

Pisgah Forest man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor

Hendersonville police say no known local victims; suspect jailed without bond

3 weeks ago

Drought tightens grip on Asheville, Buncombe County

Asheville records 12th driest January on record; forecasters eye weekend rain

3 weeks ago

Fork & Dagger: Luella’s reclaims its barbecue mojo

Moist brisket, strong sides and solid value mark a welcome turnaround for the longtime North Asheville spot

3 weeks ago

Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Feb. 20-22

Between Lunar New Year, UNC Asheville Homecoming and National Margarita Day, Feb. 20-22 is another big weekend for Asheville. Check out our guide for more things to do.

3 weeks ago

Adult gift shop Boutique Royale is building a royal community

Located just outside of Biltmore Village in South Asheville, Boutique Royale offers lingerie, adult toys and novelty items to people of all shapes, sizes and sexualities. For owners Patrick Kennedy and Katie Collins, a married couple, creating a safe, inclusive space for their community was priority number one.

3 weeks ago

New property values on the way for Buncombe homeowners

County launches 2026 reappraisal process delayed by Tropical Storm Helene

3 weeks ago

Exhibit highlights legacy of Asheville’s historic Black neighborhoods

'Black Stories in Census Tract 2' honors Stumptown, Hill Street and South Montford through oral histories and multimedia storytelling

3 weeks ago

North Lexington Avenue sidewalks set for full replacement

Public invited to weigh in as city of Asheville plans upgrades to meet ADA standards

3 weeks ago

Asheville area farms spotlighted during CSA Month

March 12 fair to highlight produce, meat and flower shares available in Buncombe County

3 weeks ago

Escapee who forced woman to drive to Asheville gets 33-43 years

Jury convicts habitual felon in 2024 kidnapping that ended in Buncombe County woods

3 weeks ago

Asheville man to spend more than decade in prison in trafficking cases

Judge imposes consecutive sentences and $1.25 million in fines following two investigations

3 weeks ago

America250 event at Pack Library digs into Western North Carolina’s story

Daylong program in Asheville features historians, film screening and live readings focused on North Carolina’s past

3 weeks ago

Buncombe commissioners OK tennis court project, FEMA funds

Nearly $1.4 million in FEMA money will help local agencies; lottery funds cover most of $1.5M school project

3 weeks ago

Asheville marks ‘National Day of Direct Action’ with pair of protests

A pair of political protests were held in Hendersonville and Asheville today as part of a "National Day of Direct Action."

3 weeks ago

5th annual Prom Dress Exchange offers free formal wear to kids in need

Anyone who has attended a high school prom can tell you that the dance can get expensive. Between tuxes, dresses, hair, makeup, tickets, dinner and more, showing out for high school's big night can be overwhelming. The Prom Dress Exchange is here to help.

3 weeks ago

‘ICE OUT’: T.C. Roberson High students walk out in ICE protest

Dozens of T.C. Roberson High School students took to Long Shoals Road today to protest ICE, the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency.

3 weeks ago

Near-record heat possible Friday in Asheville area

Rain likely late week, with colder temperatures and wintry mix this weekend

3 weeks ago

Democrats lead early voting turnout in Buncombe County primary

More than 4,300 ballots cast; South Buncombe and Weaverville sites see highest turnout

3 weeks ago

Today is last day to request absentee ballot for March primary

Buncombe County Election Services reminds voters of 5 p.m. cutoff

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2 days ago in Entertainment

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