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ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Oktoberfest has arrived in western North Carolina with beer, brats and a crowd that gathered in downtown Asheville. WLOS sponsored the Oktoberfest event in the South Slope Brewery District as people from near and far came out for local drinks and food. "I'm looking forward...

NORTH CAROLINA — A true taste of October chill is on the way for Wednesday morning across western North Carolina and the Upstate of South Carolina. Many communities are forecast to wake up in the 40s, while the higher mountains dip into the 30s. Boone is expected to drop to around 39 degrees, with Asheville and Waynesv

Buncombe County -- October 3, 2026: Buncombe County residents in need of over-the-counter health supplies will have access to free medications this month through the NC MedAssist Mobile Free Pharmacy Program. Buncombe County — October 3, 2026: Buncombe County residents in need of over-the-counter health supplies will h

A Buncombe County woman named Candace recently received a full delivery of brand-new furniture and household essentials through a program called House in a Box, giving her family a tangible step forward two years after Tropical Storm Helene tore through the region. The delivery arrived last week, connecting her with be

BLAACK MOUNTAIN, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The road to Aunt Mae Gilliam’s grave is easy to miss. A narrow drive off N.C. 9 climbs to the Ledbetter-Gilliam Family Cemetery, a small burial ground on a hillside above the Broad River Community Center. Near the entrance, some graves are marked...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Two years after Tropical Storm Helene devastated Asheville’s River Arts District, city leaders are confronting a question that goes beyond replacing what the flood destroyed: What should rebuilding along the French Broad River look like?. The city has not decided to relocate the River...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Another series of nationwide "No Kings" events is set for later this month, with multiple events planned for western North Carolina on Saturday, Oct. 17. In a press release from No Kings, officials call this a "nationwide day of action focused on voter participation and...

In 2024, Hurricane Helene devastated Wink Salon, destroying its flagship location and significantly impacting its business. Owners Christine DiBenedetto and Gilda Santiago undertook a two-year journey to rebuild and redefine the salon's main location. The transformation resulted in a new business model that marks a sig

BREVARD, N.C. (WLOS) — Brevard officials say funding is now in place to build the final eight miles of the Ecusta Trail, moving the planned 19-mile trail one step closer to linking Brevard and Hendersonville. According to a release from the City of Brevard, Brevard's side of the trail...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Meet Tonya!. She is a three-month-old kitten who loves everyone she meets. Tonya likes playing and cuddling and would do well in a home with young children. If you are interested in Tonya, visit Cashiers Highlands Humane Society on their website here or call 828-743-5752.