New Triad program helps homeowners cut energy use after winter bill spikes
Many homeowners saw unusually high electric bills after back‑to‑back winter storms in January — largely because of increased energy consumption. A new program launched over the weekend aims to help Triad residents bring those costs down. Electrify the Triad. A program connecting homeowners with vetted contractors...
Former Asheville Moog property sold for $9M. Now home to Helene-impacted businesses
ASHEVILLE - The former Moog Music Inc. property in North Asheville has been sold after the once music manufacturing-focused block transformed into a hub for displaced businesses following Tropical Storm Helene. On Feb. 19, the Asheville-based 160 Broadway Building LLC and 174 Broadway Buildings LLC sold nine parcels...
Man charged with felony trafficking after Marion cocaine bust
A 29-year-old man was arrested Thursday after a search of his Marion home led to the seizure of hundreds of grams of cocaine.
City of Asheville Announces Nearly $7 Million in Additional Helene Recovery Funds From FEMA...
The City of Asheville is pleased to announce an additional $6.9 million in combined state and federal funding dedicated to the city’s Helene Recovery and rebuilding efforts. Over $5 million in FEMA funds will go toward rebuilding the fusegate that tipped on the auxiliary spillway at the North Fork Water Treatment...
Man charged after truck hits multiple vehicles in downtown Asheville
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Asheville police officers arrested a man Monday evening after authorities say he struck multiple vehicles and light poles while driving recklessly in downtown Asheville. Police responded to several reports around 7:30 p.m. March 2 of a pickup truck endangering pedestrians, hitting...
Asheville gears up for busy year of sports events, promises major economic boost
Asheville’s tourism and sports leaders are asking local businesses to start preparing now for a busy stretch of sports events they say could deliver a measurable economic lift and help the city compete for more national competitions in the years ahead. With the Southern Conference (SoCon) men’s and women’s...
Downtown Asheville performing arts center property identified. See where
ASHEVILLE - The "Parkside" property near City Hall and The Block is being targeted for potential redevelopment into a new downtown performing arts center, according to a Feb. 24 presentation to Asheville City Council. Four sites in downtown were considered in the search for a property. "This site rose to the top...
Asheville faces chilly start to the week
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Much colder air is moving into Western North Carolina this week, bringing a sharp drop in temperatures and a chance of light rain, according to the U.S. National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg. Temperatures Monday are expected to be 20 to 30 degrees lower than Sunday...
HENDERSONVILLE DOCUMENT SHRED EVENT MAY 18TH
The City of Hendersonville will sponsor a Document Shred Event for City residents on Monday, May 18, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. This year’s event will be held in Patton Park located at 114 E. Clairmont Drive in Hendersonville. Shred-it will have its shredding truck at the...
Tab Benoit & Paul Thorn at The Orange Peel on March 4th
Tab Benoit and Paul Thorn are scheduled for a one-night performance at The Orange Peel on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. The show begins at 8:00 pm, with doors opening at 7:00 pm. Audience members must be at least 18 years old. Tab Benoit is an American blues guitarist, musician, and...
