Madison County opens new covered 1,500-seat arena at fairgrounds
MARSHALL, N.C. (WLOS) — The Madison County Fairgrounds' new 1,500-seat covered arena is officially open. The arena's first night started with something truly American: a rodeo, followed by fireworks. County Manager Rod Honeycutt says the 125-foot-by-240-foot arena features a press box, new restrooms, lighting and more.
Asheville and Buncombe County plan heat safety steps for July 4th festivities
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — With dangerous heat expected across western North Carolina this Fourth of July, organizers in Asheville and Buncombe County are taking extra precautions to help people celebrate safely. Asheville's South Slope Block Party returns. The Asheville Downtown Association's Independence Day Bloc
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.
