Asheville NC

When North Carolina’s auditor released a report criticizing state spending on a station offering showers and laundry in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, organizers on the ground balked at the implication that it should have been removed sooner. Instead, they say there is still a need in the Swannanoa Valley,...

Traffic is being diverted as crews work to extinguish a multi-vehicle fire in Asheville Tuesday.

This image was taken after climbing the Ridge Trail at Catawba Falls, a steep but well-maintained route that offers less crowded access to the base of the upper falls. The trail is more of a fire service road than a traditional trail, with numerous switchbacks and significant vertical gain, but it offers a clear view...

BRYSON CITY, N.C. (WLOS) — A man charged with first-degree murder of a Cherokee Detention Center officer made a court appearance on July 1 in Swain County Superior Court, via a video call from the Buncombe County Detention Facility in Asheville, where he's being detained. Superior Court Judge Donna...

The Public Works Department is making some updates to garbage, recycling and brush services starting on July 1, 2025. New environmental services fees have been set according to the table below. The changes will be effective July 1, 2025. This rate increase covers the hiring of three additional environmental services...

MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) – Three people are dead and one person has been hospitalized following a crash Monday evening near the McDowell-Rutherford County line. Around 7:39 p.m., McDowell County officials were dispatched to the crash in the 12000 block of US 221 South. The interstate was closed for nearly three...

LAKE LURE — Conserving Carolina has protected 49 acres on the east side of Lake Lure that will be an anchor for future trails. The nonprofit is spearheading a vision for the Hickory Nut Gorge State Trail. This vision includes a loop that completely encircles Lake Lure, connecting Chimney Rock State Park, Weed Patch...

After savoring every bit of my lunch at Ecusta Market & Café, I realized I hadn’t stopped smiling since owners Emily and Robert Gunn walked me through a tour of their Market, Café, and outdoor spaces. As I lingered over my latte, multiple thoughts came to mind:...

FOX Carolina's Kari Beal has the details. FOX Carolina's Brianna Walton has the details. 911 calls from meteor spotted over Upstate released. In the calls, even first responders were trying to figure out what it was. Inmate captured in Macon Co. after deadly shooting. Updated: 3 hours ago. |. The...

CHIMNEY ROCK, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Gov. Josh Stein on Friday signed a $575 million disaster relief package aimed at accelerating recovery from Tropical Storm Helene and reviving tourism in Western North Carolina. The signing came at the reopening of Chimney Rock State Park after months of storm-related closures. The...