Opinion: Rescinding roadless rule would harm Pisgah-Nantahala forests
Public lands are more than lines on a map. They are the wild, beating heart of these United States. They are living systems that house watersheds that nourish rivers, corridors that keep wildlife on the move, and the sacred spaces that remind us of who we are. Public lands are also nature’s infrastructure: they do...
Hikes of WNC: Fryingpan Mountain Lookout Tower
PISGAH FOREST, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Fryingpan Mountain Lookout Tower is a decommissioned U.S. Forest Service firewatch station along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The 70-foot tower climb is one of the most iconic hikes in Western North Carolina. Fast facts. An out-and-back hike to the Fryingpan Mountain Lookout Tower,...
APD 30-day crime initiative wraps up with 25 arrests, 10 firearm seizures
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Following three separate shooting incidents during the first weekend of March, the Asheville Police Department launched a 30-day crime initiative. At the beginning of March, a shooting on North Lexington Avenue injured nine people. A shooting near the Pisgah View Apartments killed one person,...
Letter: City residents shouldn’t carry all the tax burden
The City of Asheville has a right to demand a percentage of the occupancy taxes collected from the tourism industry. A small percentage of those taxes collected would easily cover the budget’s shortfall and ease the burden on citizens already hard-pressed with skyrocketing property taxes and affordable housing. It’s...
Mission Hospital ‘merry-go-round’ sparks call for regulatory change
With four “Immediate Jeopardy” citations in five years, Asheville’s Mission Hospital is on a “merry-go-round” of compliance enforcement by the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, one that won’t stop unless either regulators or HCA Healthcare get serious about making meaningful change, according to State...
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Gerton — From Camping Gear to Pet Supplies
Looking for some great free finds around Gerton, NC? Neighbors are giving away a few handy items this week — from outdoor gear to pet supplies. Check out what’s available below!
Dust from future Beacon Park project sparks complaints from nearby neighbors
SWANNANOA, N.C. (WLOS) — Neighbors in Swannanoa say a new development meant to bring the community together is also bringing some unwelcome side effects. As construction moves forward on a future park, some residents say dust from the site is affecting their health and daily lives. "In the last...
15 Mountain Towns Where You Can Live Like a Millionaire (Without the Price Tag)
Discover mountain towns that feel luxurious without the high price tag, offering scenic views, great amenities, and affordable options for buyers and retirees.
Asheville Food Bites: The Majestic, Mountain Juicery, Dine to Be Kind
ASHEVILLE - Asheville restaurateur to introduce new concept, the fourth from the restaurant group; a family partners to buy and expand a juice and smoothie bar, with a new store coming to North Asheville; and save the date, April 7, for a citywide dining fundraiser, supporting local animals' care. New restaurant...
Pet Pals: Popeye
(WLOS) — Meet Popeye!. He was found as a stray with lots of injuries, but was rescued, neutered and microchipped. He has feline immunodeficiency virus, but can be around other cats, dogs and animals. He gets sick a bit more easily than others, but does not need medication. If...
