The bear necessities: NCWRC advocates for electrified wires to thwart mischievous bears
In a move to properly mitigate bear disruptions on your property — whether it be chicken coops, vegetable gardens, compost piles, beehives or simply your backyard possessions — the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission is recommending residents use electrified wires to deter the curious animals. According to NCW
PHOTOS: Man jumped into French Broad River while fleeing deputies, sheriff’s office says
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — A man accused of jumping into the French Broad River while trying to flee from deputies is now in custody, according to the Buncombe County Sheriff's Office. Authorities said deputies tried to take Travelle Shade into custody Tuesday morning, Aug. 4, near the intersection...
District attorney: Asheville officers justified in using guns against knife-wielding suspect
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Buncombe County District Attorney’s Office announced Tuesday that Asheville police officers were justified in using firearms against a knife-wielding suspect on June 7. Officials said that after reviewing body-worn camera video and documentary evidence provided by the North Ca
1 killed in crash on Pisgah Highway in Candler
CANDLER, N.C. (828newsNOW) — One person was killed Tuesday morning in a single-vehicle crash on Pisgah Highway near Mountain Home Drive, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol. The crash happened at about 8:30 a.m. at 1351 Pisgah Highway, or N.C. 151. The vehicle had one occupant, who...
How Women Can Turn a Move Into a Step Toward Homeownership
Moving to a new city or state can be an exciting opportunity for a fresh start, but it also comes with important financial decisions. For many women, a relocation may represent more than a change of scenery—it can be a chance to build financial stability and work toward owning a home. With careful planning, budgeting,
Carolina EGGfest Brings Barbecue Competition to HomeTrust Bank Park
The inaugural Carolina EGGfest will turn the outfield at HomeTrust Bank Park into a barbecue festival on Saturday, September 19. General taster admission begins at 11 a.m., and the event is scheduled to continue until 3 p.m. The festival will bring professional pitmasters and backyard grill enthusiasts together to cook
This 10-Acre North Carolina Sanctuary Is A Safe Haven For Rescued Farm Animals
You can read about animal rescue all day, but standing a few feet away from an animal that finally feels safe hits differently. This North Carolina sanctuary gives rescued farm animals ten quiet acres to settle into a much better chapter. Some are curious right away. Others hang back. A...
Deputies: Buncombe County road closed after large tree falls, downs power lines
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office announced a road closure Tuesday morning due to a downed tree. Deputies said that Upper Grassy Branch Road between Maxwell Road and Riceville Road is closed, and that the large tree also took out power lines. That section of roadway is expected
Rain, storms expected across Asheville all week
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Keep the umbrella handy this week. Scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected across the Asheville area through much of the week, with rain chances running above normal and temperatures generally staying a few degrees below average. The National Weather Service office in Greenville-
Piccolina: A Bite-Size Asheville Gem Goes Big on the Flavors of Italy
Sandwiches at Piccolina, Elana and Nathan Pearlman’s tiny and terrific lunch and dinner restaurant, open since September in Asheville’s River Arts District, begin with balls of dough baked in an 850°F pizza oven for ninety seconds until the crumb turns downy and the crust blackens and blisters. On a concise lunch menu

















