New EPA funds to help WNC water and sewer systems battered by Helene
Helene washed out sewer pipes, overflowed septic systems, and washed water treatment plants into rivers all over. Much of this infrastructure was old, and extreme rainfall caused by climate change poses new risks. A new tranche of funding from the Environmental Protection Agency could help communities fix this...
Community events to remember Hurricane Helene to be held in Buncombe Co.
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) — The community of Buncombe County will commemorate the anniversary of Hurricane Helene on September 27 with county-wide events. These events aim to reflect on the losses endured, the unity fostered, and the lessons learned from the storm. The anniversary events will provide an...
In Photos: Over 200 residents line the streets for Wrap the Woods pop-up
A drone flew overhead and Brass Your Heart marching band performed a number of songs as an estimated 250 residents lined portions of Weaver Boulevard and Broadway in North Asheville for the Sept. 6 Wrap the Woods pop-up art installation. Despite UNC Asheville’s recent announcement to pause its plans to...
Pet Pals: Captain Jack Sparrow
WLOS — For Pet Pals today, we have Captain Jack Sparrow from the Sarge's Animal Rescue in Waynesville. Captain Jack Sparrow is an 11-month-old male cattle dog mix with lots of energy. He is full of energy and loves children. Staff members at Sarge's said Captain Jack Sparrow will...
Burlington announces new Arden store opening this fall
ARDEN, N.C. (WLOS) — A new Burlington location is set to open soon in the Arden area, according to a news release from Burlington. The national discount retail store, known for offering low prices on brand-name merchandise, will be opening in the fall at 11 McKenna Road in Arden.
Man’s body found on I-40 in Haywood Co.: NCHP
The North Carolina Highway Patrol is continuing its investigation after a body was found on Interstate 40 last week. READ MORE: https://www.wspa.com/news/mans-body-found-on-i-40-in-haywood-co-nchp/
The Gardner’s Cottage reopens in Biltmore Village nearly a year after Helene
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Gardner's Cottage Home and Garden Store celebrated its grand reopening Thursday, Sept. 4, after being closed for nearly a year due to severe flooding caused by Helene. The shop, which has been operating in Biltmore Village for 20 years, was forced to close after...
Buncombe County Schools reflects on positive state assessment
Ushering in the new school year, the Buncombe County Board of Education opened its Sept. 4 meeting with highlights from last year’s state assessment. The cohort graduation rate for the class of 2025 was 91.4% — the second-highest cohort graduation rate in the history of the school system, grazing 2024’s...
Tombstone Tales: Before the Science Guy, there was Bill Nye the Humorist
FLETCHER, N.C. — Long before television brought America “Bill Nye the Science Guy,” another Bill Nye had already made the name famous. Edgar Wilson Nye, one of the nation’s most beloved humorists of the late 19th century, rests in the quiet churchyard of Calvary Episcopal in Fletcher.
Asheville explores backyard housing options
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Asheville officials are inviting residents to learn more about the process for converting existing spaces, such as garages or backyard sheds, into accessory dwelling units, also known as ADUs. The city will hold two information sessions in September to explain the rules for turning...
