BMPD praises ‘extraordinary courage’ of community in armed encounter downtown
An incident at a business in downtown Black Mountain, July 2, was resolved without injury, when citizens reportedly subdued an armed subject who was allegedly making threatening statements inside the establishment. Local law enforcement officials lauded the actions of Trailhead employees, patrons and other community me
Patrons restrain armed man at Black Mountain restaurant, police say
BLCK MOUNTAIN, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A 76-year-old man is facing multiple charges after police say he returned to a Black Mountain restaurant with a firearm Thursday evening after allegedly threatening employees earlier in the day. According to the Black Mountain Police Department, officers responded to Trailhead Restaur
Waynesville council approves permanent social district with expanded downtown boundaries
WAYNESVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — After years of working toward creating a social district, the Town of Waynesville's town council voted on Tuesday, June 23, to officially establish one. At a town council meeting, Beth Gilmore, Executive Director of the Downtown Waynesville Commission (DWC), presented a new social district pl
This Massive North Carolina Flea Market Is an All-Day Treasure Hunt
If you love the thrill of finding something unexpected, Smiley’s Flea Market in Fletcher is the kind of place that can steal an entire morning and still leave you wanting more. This long-running North Carolina market mixes bargain hunting, local flavor, and a steady buzz of friendly conversation that makes every aisle
Asheville Downtown Independence Day Block Party Returns on July 4th
Asheville’s Independence Day Block Party will return to the South Slope on Saturday, July 4, with a full day of free downtown programming and fireworks at 9:30 p.m. The block party is scheduled from noon to 10 p.m. and is organized by the Asheville Downtown Association. Admission is free.
Mission Hospital launches ’50 Techs in 50 Days’ hiring campaign for clinical roles
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Mission Health is launching a new hiring campaign that aims to enhance clinical care teams across western North Carolina. The healthcare network's new "50 Techs in 50 Days" push intends to recruit 50 professionals for roles in imaging, sterile processing, respiratory therapy, surgical technolog
Deputies: Homicide investigation underway in WNC after man found in house fire
Anyone with information is asked to call the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office at (828) 250-4462.
FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAYS – Dangerous Heat Continues Through Independence Day Weekend
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - First Alert Weather Days continue for Friday, Saturday and Sunday as extreme heat doesn’t let up in the Western Carolinas. A few storms are possible this afternoon, mainly for the mountains. Next week brings a better chance for storms which helps to bring our temperatures down.
4 health care groups compete for 92 acute care beds in western North Carolina
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Four health care providers in western North Carolina have filed applications with the state's Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) to add acute care beds, state officials announced Thursday. This comes after the 2026 North Carolina State Medical Facilities Plan recognized the need f
Things to do in Asheville and WNC: July 3-5
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — With July Fourth falling on a Saturday, the holiday weekend begins early across Western North Carolina, with events scheduled Friday through Sunday in Asheville, Mars Hill, Lake Junaluska, Leicester and other communities. A separate 828newsNOW guide includes Fourth of July fireworks, para
