Asheville NC

HIGH COUNTRY — Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026, marks the annual homeless Point-in-Time Count. The Point-in-Time (PIT) Count, coordinated by the Northwest N.C. Continuum of Care (CoC), is the annual documentation of the extent of homelessness in the High Country region, which includes Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Mitchell,...

ASHEVILLE — As headlines intensify around an approaching winter storm and preparation becomes increasingly visible across the country, many people may also be noticing stress in their bodies and minds. Racing thoughts, physical tension, heightened alertness and emotional swings are common reactions. For many, moments...

A winter storm is expected to bring ice, snow and frigid temperatures to North Carolina; is your pet prepared? Low temperatures in the teens are expected in Western North Carolina this weekend as the storm rolls in, accompanied by days of wintry precipitation. Unfortunately for Asheville's many dog and cat lovers,...

This week’s story is the bizarre true tale of Leila Davidson Hansell, known as “The Sunshine Woman,” and the controversy surrounding her final resting place in Hendersonville, NC. Leila’s final wish upon her death in 1915 was to be buried above ground in a unique mausoleum topped...

HENDERSONVILLE – A huge swath of the southeast, plains and Midwest and preparing for a major winter storm expected to hit Western North Carolina Jan. 24 . In Henderson County, people are stocking up on the supplies they expect to need to ride it out. “We have the expectation that we’re going to see pretty serious...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — When winter storms or power outages hit Asheville and Buncombe County, staying informed can be a challenge. Local radio stations, NOAA Weather Radio and amateur “ham” radio repeaters can keep residents connected with emergency updates, weather alerts, and even entertainment when other...

MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office charged two Morganton people after they broke into an assisted living facility this week. Deputies said that 32-year-old Gage Allen Marcus and 60-year-old Karen Lavern Marcus were each charged with felony breaking and/or entering and felony...

Based on what he saw in 2025, Hayne Griffin has grave concerns for the Asheville Fire Department (AFD). Since 2009, Griffin has suited up with his fellow AFD members. In 2016, he was promoted to captain. More recently, in 2024, he became chair of the compensation committee for the Asheville Fire Fighters Association...

Corrosion Of Conformity will kick off their spring North American run on April 7 in Atlanta. Shows with Clutch and JD Pinkus stretch from April 9 through May 3, then Crobot joins for performances ending May 16 in New Orleans. Two opening nights hit Atlanta and Greensboro on April 7...

County officials and experts give an update. Expected winter weather in Buncombe County. Widespread power outages and dangerous road conditions will be the main concerns with an ice storm forecast for the coming weekend (Jan. 24-25, 2026).