Blizzard conditions bring snow to western North Carolina; more snow possible tonight
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A winter storm bringing blizzard conditions to much of the Eastern Seaboard has already dropped significant snow across parts of western North Carolina. As of 11:30 a.m. on Monday, Grandfather Mountain recorded more than seven inches of snow. While most of the snow was expected...
Voices for the voiceless: Buncombe’s Guardian ad Litem program seeks volunteers
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — In courtrooms across Buncombe County, some of the most vulnerable voices are carried forward by trained community volunteers who speak solely for a child’s best interests. The Buncombe County Guardian ad Litem program represents children involved in abuse, neglect and dependency cases,...
Asheville Restaurant Week Continues Through February 23rd
Asheville Restaurant Week is back in 2026 with two chances to plan a standout meal in the mountains: January 20–26 and February 17–23. Whether you are a first-time visitor or you have been eating your way through town for years, this is a great excuse to book a table, support the local food scene, and finally try...
AdventHealth hosts Steps for the Heart community walk in Hendersonville
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — AdventHealth in Hendersonville held its steps for the heart community walk for American Heart Month. American Heart Month aims to raise awareness about cardiovascular health. As people did laps for heart health, they learned more about the symptoms and how they can differ depending on...
Madison County, NC – Up to 1 Foot Snow Along TN Border; Slick Travel...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Greenville, South Carolina – Snow showers and flurries are continuing across the North Carolina mountains Monday, with the highest elevations along the Tennessee border expected to see the greatest...
Flat Rock Playhouse blends performance, education, tradition in Asheville area
FLAT ROCK, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Flat Rock Playhouse has built a national reputation as one of the country’s last true producing theaters, creating each of its productions from the ground up with artists and craftspeople who travel from across the United States to work in Western North Carolina.
Power outages reported across Asheville area amid bitter cold
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Power outages were reported across parts of Western North Carolina on Sunday as frigid temperatures gripped the region. Temperatures in Asheville hovered in the low 20s, with wind chills near minus 4 degrees, creating hazardous conditions as utility crews worked to restore service....
At Green River Preserve, campers learn, explore in Blue Ridge Mountains
CEDAR MOUNTAIN, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Green River Preserve is a nonprofit, coeducational summer camp in Transylvania County that focuses on connecting children with nature and fostering environmental stewardship. The camp is located on a 3,400-acre private wildlife preserve in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North...
‘He’s riding with us’: Emergency vehicles honor Austin Gayne with memorial ride
HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Dozens of emergency vehicles lined Interstate 40 in Haywood County on Sunday as first responders, tow operators, and law enforcement took part in a memorial ride honoring Austin Gayne and raising awareness about “Slow Down, Move Over” laws. The convoy gathered near...
Icy roads create hazardous travel conditions across Asheville area
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Icy conditions made travel hazardous across parts of Buncombe County on Monday morning, with drivers reporting slick secondary roads and multiple vehicles sliding off roadways. While major routes such as Smokey Park Highway and Patton Avenue were reported clear in some areas, back roads...
