Cooking without power: Getting creative if Asheville loses power
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — As a winter storm approaches, many people rush to stock up on milk, bread, batteries and bottled water. But when the lights go out, and the kitchen goes quiet, a little imagination can still put a satisfying meal on the table. These go beyond the...
Asheville, Greenville restaurants semifinalists for James Beard awards
(Video above: Upstate restaurant earns Michelin star, 1 of 4 in SC) SPARTANBURG, S.C. (WSPA) – Restaurants in Greenville and Asheville are among multiple semifinalists for the 2026 James Beard Awards. Named after a man the New York Times once designated the “Dean of American Cookery,” the James Beard Awards aims to...
Court rejects flood-related ‘taking’ claim against western NC town
A couple cannot sue the town of Marshall for inverse condemnation related to a 2019 flooding incident that left the couple’s rental property uninhabitable.
Renovation causes section of White Horse Black Mountain to collapse
BLACK MOUNTAIN, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A section of local music venue White Horse Black Mountain collapsed earlier today during construction work on the building. No one was injured during the accident. In a statement on social media, White Horse explained that the collapse occurred during “early renovation work” on...
Safe, unconventional ways to stay warm without power
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — When the power goes out during a winter storm, staying warm becomes more than just a comfort — it’s a survival strategy. For Asheville area homes where flames are off-limits, creative solutions and smart planning can help you beat the cold without risking safety.
Truck overturns on Holbert Cove Road Monday
No injuries reported SALUDA—A truck overturned around 11:30 a.m. on Monday, January 20, at the intersection of Holbert Cove Road and Piney Gate Drive. According to authorities, the driver, a […]
8-acre wildfire breaks out in Leicester
LEICESTER, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Fire crews from multiple agencies are battling a wildfire burning in the Leicester area after a barn fire spread into nearby woods, officials said Wednesday. The North Carolina Forest Service said the fire had burned about 8 acres as of 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21,...
UPDATE: Wildland blaze on Carson Trail 100% contained
LEICESTER, N.C. (WLOS) — UPDATE: According to the North Carolina Forest Service Map, the wildland fire on Carson Trail is now 100% contained at 24 acres. The Asheville Fire Department is working on a barn fire that has extended into a wildland fire on Carson Trail. According to a...
Women’s clothing store Francesca’s is closing all locations, report says
(Gray News) — Francesca’s, the once-popular women’s clothing store, is closing all locations after more than 25 years in business, according to a report. A Francesca’s representative confirmed to Women’s Wear Daily that the chain is “liquidating our inventory and closing soon.”. The representative...
Power mostly restored to WNC residents, Duke Energy outage map shows
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Power has been mostly restored to Buncombe County residents, according to the Duke Energy outage map. The map shows that seven outages have left 18 people without power. At this time, power is still expected to be restored by 9 p.m. The outage map says...
