Two arrested following drug trafficking investigation, NC deputies say
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office said that two people were arrested on several drug charges. Officials said the arrests follow a months-long investigation into a drug trafficking organization. A search warrant was executed on Curry Court in the Chandler community on the...
Local firefighter represents America in international triathlon tournament
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WSPA) – A firefighter right from the Carolinas is making a name for himself on the International stage. The Asheville Fire Department announced that their very own Chief Rich Rauschenbach is currently in the city of Nice, France to prepare for the Ironman World Championship. Rauschenbach is...
UNC Asheville reports higher retention rate as incoming freshman enrollment declines
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The University of North Carolina Asheville (UNCA) has announced that its retention rate for the fall 2025 semester has jumped three percent while it has seen a decline in incoming freshmen, according to a news release from UNCA. UNCA says that the increase in retention...
Women’s soccer suffers narrow defeat against Brevard
BREVARD, N.C. – Averett University women's soccer lost to Brevard College in a tight defensive slugfest, coming to a close at 1-0. Averett (1-3-1) fell behind Brevard (4-0-0) in the 29th minute and was never able to grab an equalizer thanks to the Tornados stifling defensive efforts. The Cougars...
Salt Faced Mule Brewing Company celebrates 2nd anniversary
ASHEVILLE, N.C (WLOS) — Local Brewery Salt Faced Mule Brewing Company celebrated its second anniversary. The brewery is a unique concept with a full kitchen, mini golf, and bocce ball. The brewery started the day off with an Oktoberfest beer release, and for the families, there was a dedicated...
Catamounts Post Strong Performances at Emily McNall Classic
Asheville, N.C. -- The new look Western Carolina women's tennis team got its first true reps over the weekend, playing in the UNC Asheville-hosted Emily McNall Classic. Overall, the Catamounts posted a 7-5 singles record with one doubles win against the likes of UNC Asheville, Presbyterian, and Wofford. Freshman...
uBreakiFix Tech Repair Franchise Grows Asheville Footprint
Tech repair provider uBreakiFix by Asurion has opened its newest franchise location in Woodfin at 8 Weaverville Road, Suite 104. The store offers professional fixes for most consumer electronics, from smartphones, tablets, and computers to game consoles, smart speakers, drones, and more. While common repairs include...
Dry start to the week, midweek rain possible in WNC
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Dry high pressure will hold over Western North Carolina through Monday, but a developing coastal low could bring midweek showers before conditions clear again late in the week, according to the National Weather Service. Cloud cover is expected to increase overnight into Monday morning,...
Doctor to resume testimony in Asheville infant death trial
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Medical experts are expected to open the second week of testimony in the Buncombe County murder trial of a man accused in the 2022 death of his infant daughter. Nickolas Shane Stephenson, 37, is charged with first-degree murder and intentional child abuse causing serious bodily...
North Carolina Mountain State Fair wraps up after 10 days of fun and food
FLETCHER, N.C. (WLOS) — Today is the final day of the North Carolina Mountain State Fair, which ran for 10 days from Friday, Sept. 5, to Sunday, Sept. 14. Thousands of festivalgoers have enjoyed rides, games, and the festival food, especially the deep-fried items. News 13 spoke with several...
