Woman’s Peaceful Jog Turns Into A Comedy Scene On North Carolina Country Road
Ali Tisdall makes her home on a farm in Spring Creek, a quiet spot in Madison County, North Carolina, where she spends her days caring for an assortment of animals. She adores every creature she tends, yet dogs have always been the ones that capture her affection the most. That steady devotion led her to form a small...
Okie Dokies Smokehouse reopens in Swannanoa, 14 months after Helene
SWANNANOA, N.C. (WLOS) — A longtime Swannanoa business has reopened its doors after sustaining major damage from floodwaters caused by Hurricane Helene in September 2024. Okie Dokies Smokehouse, a popular barbecue spot located along US-70, welcomed its first customers back earlier this week. The restaurant confirmed...
North Carolina Mountains: Snow to Impact Monday Commute, Up to 3 Inches Expected
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Boone, NC – The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for portions of the North Carolina High Country, including Avery, Yancey, and Mitchell Counties, in...
More FEMA money is headed to WNC, including $7.7 million for Asheville’s municipal golf...
The latest round of federal funding — $29 million — is on its way from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to Western North Carolina to reimburse cities, towns and state agencies for Hurricane Helene recovery projects. The biggest portion of the funds, $7.7 million dollars, is going toward...
The North Carolina Drive-In Still Serving Classic Burgers Exactly As It Did Decades Ago
Nestled in the misty mountains of North Carolina, a classic drive-in serves as a delicious portal to the past, where the aroma of sizzling burgers fills the air. Stepping inside feels like a journey back to a simpler time, with vibrant red booths, black-and-white checkered floors, and the hum of carhop service that...
Swannanoa River Road to Close for Pipe Repairs December 6–7; Local Resident Access Only
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) will close Swannanoa River Road between Tunnel Road and Governor’s View Road for pipe repairs. The closure will begin at 7 a.m. on Saturday, December 6, 2025, and end at 7 a.m. on Sunday, December 7, 2025. Only residents will be allowed access during this time.
Deck the Trees fundraiser returns for 15th year to support winter heating assistance
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — A local fundraiser has returned for its 15th anniversary. Deck the Trees is an annual holiday event for the Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry's fundraiser that helps folks in the community keep their homes warm during the winter. Visitors can stop by any of the...
Weaverville Christmas Parade lines up for Saturday celebration
WEAVERVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The annual Weaverville Christmas Parade returns for its regularly scheduled December merriment this weekend. The parade will run down Main Street at 11 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 6, from the State Employees Credit Union parking lot to Weaverville Elementary School. Weaverville Town Council...
WNC Nature Center hosts Critter Checkup for stuffed animals
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The WNC Nature Center is inviting children and families to bring their stuffed animals for a “Critter Checkup” this Saturday, December 6. The event gives kids a hands-on way to learn about animal care, featuring appointments with a veterinary technician and a volunteer veterinarian....
City of Asheville Appoints New City Manager
Wesley has spent the past six-and-a-half years serving as an Assistant County Manager with Buncombe County Government. In a news release, city leaders…
