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The Watercolor Society of North Carolina’s (WSNC’s) 2026 Western Region Exhibition opens to the public on Friday, May 1, with a reception and awards ceremony from 5–7 p.m. at Art Place Gallery in Hendersonville. The show will be on display through Saturday, May 30. As one of...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Animal Haven of Asheville launched a 60-day shoe fundraiser to help support the sanctuary. The animal rescue collaborated with Turgua Brewery to host a kick-off event with some of their farm residents. The event will not only benefit the animal haven, but gently worn...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Crime may feel like it’s increasing across the Asheville area, but a closer look at recent police data suggests a more complicated picture, with many agencies reporting mixed trends rather than across-the-board increases. In Asheville, calls for service rose sharply in March, with 9,482...

Featuring Musical Guests – i26connector – recorded live from the 103.3 AshevilleFM studios Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 – Link is below (hover label) or you can go to the AFM RECORDINGS tab off the main m. AshevilleFM Live Music Sessions.. Support also comes from Arts AVL, Buncombe...

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Asheville Residents: Shape Your City's Future April 28 - Read the latest News news from Greaterf Asheville Area on WNC Times. Asheville -- The Asheville City Council is set to convene for a busy session on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The evening is headlined by significant budget amendments for storm recovery and a public hearing regarding a major downtown zoning request.Meetings will be held in the...

Downtown Waynesville invites the public to its reimagined monthly stroll—Waynesville First Friday: Shop, Sip & Stroll—beginning on May 1 and happening 5–8 p.m. each first Friday of the month through December. The rebranded and revised initiative is inclusive of all businesses, features the addition of a social district and boasts new marketing strategies including a charming mascot—Wayne the Bear.

North Carolina's mountain town of Asheville, long beloved for its art scene and eclectic fun, has quietly become a serious foodie destination. From spots like the vibrant Chai Pani — an authentic and affordable Indian restaurant in South Slope — to casual hangouts like Cornerstone, also known as "Asheville's go-to diner," the city runs the gamut of standout dining. It's even drawn national attention, including...

This spring, Asheville Salt Cave will host two installments of Golden Hour Yoga + Salt Cave as well as a Full Moon Sound Journey. During the Full Moon Sound Journey on Saturday, May 2, at 6 p.m., Latoya Salter will guide participants through meditation, intention-setting and sound healing. “In a time where things are changing rapidly and people are moving so quickly and carrying...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) held national drug takeback events in honor of National Prescription Drug Takeback Day. One of the events was held at the Tanger Outlets in Asheville and was hosted by the DEA, the Buncombe County Sheriff's Office and other public safety partners.