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A powerful legacy of talent, perseverance, and community impact. During Black History Month, The Urban News is proud to introduce members of the inaugural Asheville High School Athletic Hall of Fame, honoring trailblazing athletes and coaches whose excellence, leadership, and perseverance helped shape Asheville...

HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - Two Florida residents are wanted in Haywood County on outstanding felony warrants, according to the Haywood County Sheriff’s Office. The suspects in this case were identified as 43-year-old Conroy Morrison of Port St. Lucie, Florida, and 34-year-old Dwayne Daley of Riviera Beach,...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The famous Thomas Dambo Trolls are in their final days at the North Carolina Arboretum, which had to temporarily close its gates on Feb. 14 due to the overwhelmingly large crowd of visitors. According to a Feb. 14 Facebook post by the N.C. Arboretum, the...

North Carolina has quietly become one of the South’s most exciting doughnut destinations, where tradition meets innovation in every bite. From mountain towns to bustling cities, talented bakers are crafting pillowy treats that rival anywhere in the country. These aren’t your average grocery store doughnuts, but...

WAYNESVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A Haywood County charter school's upper grades face an uncertain future. Leaders of Shining Rock Classical Academy say enrollment for 9th through 12th grade isn't at a sustainable level financially. The school's board is meeting on Feb. 25 to discuss the school's future. In the...

Editor's note: (This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccuracy. In the original version, a USA TODAY Restaurant of the Year from Asheville was omitted.) Three North Carolina restaurants, one in Wilmington and two in Asheville, made USA TODAY’s list of best restaurants in the country. The USA...

I never thought a cinnamon roll could change my entire weekend plans until I discovered Gogo’s. Tucked away in the charming mountain town of Old Fort, this family-owned bakery has become something of a legend among pastry lovers across the state. The moment you step inside their cozy space...

A pair of suspects are accused of committing mayhem in the mountains of Western North Carolina, last week. The Haywood County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy stopped a vehicle speeding in a construction zone on I-40, last Wednesday.

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Some local furry friends are feeling the love this weekend. That's after a mobile vet clinic and photo shoot happened today to make sure that pets aren't just loved this Valentine's weekend, but healthy, too. The first 25 people got a free exam for their...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — State elections officials are investigating reports of misconduct tied to voter registration drives in several North Carolina counties, including Buncombe County, amid allegations that some workers misrepresented themselves and submitted inaccurate forms. The North Carolina State Board...