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Asheville Police investigating after man hit and killed while crossing the road

Once the investigation is complete, officers will consult with the Buncombe County district attorney’s office regarding charges.

BearWise warns: Secure trash, pet food and bird feeders as spring bear activity rises

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — It's not every day that your home comes with unexpected guests, especially ones with fur and claws. A Buncombe County family got quite the surprise after hearing strange noises coming from beneath their back deck. At first, they didn't think it was wildlife at...

Swannanoa residents offer input on plans for Charles D. Owen Park

Over 200 community members gathered inside the Owen Middle School gymnasium on March 30 to share their ideas on the plans for Charles D. Owen Park in Swannanoa, which has remained closed since Tropical Storm Helene devastated the area nearly 19 months ago. Previously, the park offered two fishing lakes,...

Marion man allegedly raped his employee at work, deputies say

MARION, S.C. (WBTV) - A 53-year-old Marion man was accused of raping an employee at work, deputies said. The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office said Maximiliano Guardian-Queriapa was arrested after a woman who worked for him reported she was sexually assaulted on the job. On March 18, a Marion woman...
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Bluegrass Legend John Cowan Kicks of Asheville Area April Music Scene

Location: Asheville, NC, Buncombe County, Hendersonville County, Haywood County. John Cowan Trio kicks off Asheville's April music scene at The Grey Eagle! Discover upcoming events & WNC's vibrant culture. #AshevilleMusic. A month of live music in Asheville kicks off tonight with the John Cowan Trio at The Grey Eagle, promising...
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🔧 Multiple Building & Grounds Jobs in Buncombe County, NC

EVS Tech – Housekeeper. Employer: Mission Health (CarePartners) Help keep hospital spaces clean and safe for patients and staff. This role offers comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and retirement plans through HCA Healthcare.

Spotlight On: Energy Savers Network Reaches Milestone of 1,500 Weatherized Homes in WNC

For Leicester resident Tonya Lawrence, the home energy efficiency work that Asheville-based Energy Savers Network (ESN) provides for free has great personal significance. As part of its ongoing partnership with Duke Energy, ESN earlier this year provided Lawrence with energy efficiency upgrades that would have cost her thousands of dollars. Upgrades to her home included an HVAC heat pump replacement, insulation installation, and...

Enjoy A From-Scratch Breakfast On An Outdoor Patio At This Dreamy North Carolina Restaurant

There’s something magical about eating breakfast outside when the mountain air is crisp and your coffee is hot enough to steam. Morning Social in Brevard, North Carolina, understands this simple pleasure and delivers it alongside some of the best from-scratch breakfast you’ll find anywhere in the state. Located...
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Yancey County Sheriff Warns Of Scam Attempts

The Yancey County Sheriff’s Department is continuing to warn residents about ongoing scam attempts targeting people in the area. Officials say scammers are contacting individuals and trying to convince them they owe money for supposed traffic violations. Victims are then pressured to provide personal information or make payments. Authorities...

Wetland Area Serves Students, Helps A-B Tech Be an Environmental Good Neighbor to the...

Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College and the nonprofit RiverLink have partnered to create an on-campus wetland area that is reducing stormwater runoff, improving water quality in Haith Branch and the French Broad River and serving as an outdoor classroom. An asphalt parking lot at A-B Tech has been transformed into a...

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