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…
North Carolina restaurant reopening signals hope after Hurricane Helene
Okie Dokies Smokehouse in Swannanoa has reopened after being closed for 14 months due to Hurricane Helene, bringing a sense of hope and community to the area.
Santa rappels down Chimney Rock practicing ahead of Christmas Eve deliveries
CHIMNEY ROCK, N.C. (WLOS) — With 18 days until Christmas, that means it's crunch time for Saint Nick to get to delivering presents. Saint Nick attended Chimney Rock's 28th annual Santa on the chimney getting practice in for his big night on Christmas Eve. "Today is our 28th annual...
Traffic stop on stolen vehicle leads to 4 arrests on drug trafficking charges
BLACK MOUNTAIN, N.C. (WLOS) — A traffic stop for a stolen vehicle has led to the arrest of four people who have been charged with drug trafficking, according to a social media post from the Black Mountain Police Department. According to Black Mountain Police Department, at approximately 2:10 p.m....
Man Wins Almost $1 Million After Buying a $5 Lottery Ticket While He Was...
"There's no way," the man recalled of his thought process when he found out he won the major prize
20 winter towns across the U.S. that look like they were made for December...
If your heart beats a little faster when the air turns crisp and lights start twinkling, you are in the right place. December is the perfect excuse to escape to small towns that lean into holiday magic with snow dusted streets and cozy traditions. Picture sleigh bells, hot cocoa, and storefronts glowing like...
East Fork Pottery announces multi-million dollar expansion
Despite losing an estimated $1 million in business due to Hurricane Helene, East Fork Pottery is having a successful year. This week, the 15-year old ceramic manufacturer, known for its sleek and colorful dishware, announced it will invest $2.5 million to grow its production facility in Biltmore Village. Alex...
North Carolina man arrested after explosive device found in front of home: officials
MARION, N.C. (WLOS) — A North Carolina man has been charged with felony possession of a weapon of mass destruction after authorities discovered a destructive explosive device at a residence in Marion, officials said. On Saturday, Nov. 29, a McDowell County deputy conducted a property check at the Marion...
Buncombe County man pleads guilty to assault with intent to kill
The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office said a man is facing jail time after pleading guilty on Wednesday.
Strangeville: What haunts Asheville’s Riverside Cemetery?
EDITOR’S NOTE: Strangeville explores the legends, folklore, and unexplained history of Western North Carolina. From Cherokee mythology and Appalachian ghost stories to Bigfoot sightings and UFO encounters, the Blue Ridge Mountains have long been a hotspot for the strange and mysterious. Join us as we dig into the...
