Pine Grove Missionary Baptist Church Celebrates 110 Years of Faith, Fellowship, and Service
Commemorating a rich legacy of worship, ministry, and dedication. For more than a century, Pine Grove Missionary Baptist Church has stood as a beacon of faith, hope, and community in western North Carolina. On Sunday, August 30, 2026, the congregation will celebrate its 110th Church Anniversary, commemorating a rich le
Water department employee struck by vehicle, investigation underway
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Asheville police said a city of Asheville Water Department employee was injured Monday, Aug. 17, after being struck by a vehicle while on the job. Officers were called to the 200 block of Charlotte Street just before 6 p.m. for a report of a pedestrian being struck. Police said the vehicle invo
A-B Tech Manufactures Innovation
$29.2 million federal grant secured for construction of WNC Futures Factory. A-B Tech Community College has been awarded $29.2 million from the US Economic Development Administration (EDA) for construction of the proposed Western North Carolina (WNC) Futures Factory. Announced July 27, 2026, the funding targets Hurrica
Psychedelics were sold at multiple vape shops in Madison County, sheriff says
MADISON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — The Madison County Sheriff's Office said two people were arrested following a months-long investigation into products being sold at local vape shops. Sheriff Buddy Harwood says his office received numerous complaints from parents and community members about products sold at the stores that
Residents split over mayor’s role in striking down Mills River UDO
Residents took turns sharply criticizing and defending Mills River Mayor Shanon Gonce over his role in the General Assembly’s rollback of the town’s unique carveout from a state ban on downzoning , at a recent Town Council meeting. Earlier this year, Gonce opposed a new comprehensive, updated development ordinance whic
Deputies accuse WNC man of throwing away drugs during chase
Deputies arrested a man on Monday who they claim threw bags of drugs out of his car while running from a traffic stop.
Veteran support groups meet at Veterans Healing Farm to strengthen NC network
HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Organizations that support veterans and their families gathered Tuesday at the Veterans Healing Farm in Mills River to share ideas and information to strengthen services statewide. More than 40 groups took part in the governor's Working Group Collaboration Lab, a session focused on build
Ashley Allen Honored for Literacy Leadership
Western North Carolina Changemaker’s literacy leadership shines at the Hometown Heroes Showcase. When the 2026 MLS All-Star Hometown Heroes Showcase took place on July 27, 2026 in Charlotte, one of the honorees represented the quiet, determined strength of western North Carolina. Ashley Allen, Co-Executive Director of
‘It has to be fixed’: Swannanoa residents demand answers as flooding continues
SWANNANOA, N.C. (WLOS) — Residents in Swannanoa's Beacon Village say ongoing flooding is exposing aging infrastructure problems – and they want to know which agency is responsible for fixing them. After another round of heavy rain Monday, residents say storm drains got clogged, and stormwater backed up by...
‘Armed and dangerous’ teen wanted in Asheville, police say
Police in Asheville are asking the public for help in locating a man wanted in connection with assault and weapon charges.

















