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ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Veterans receiving care through the Western North Carolina VA Health Care System have given their primary care providers the highest patient satisfaction ratings in the nation, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The recognition comes from the VA’s Survey of Healthcare E

NORTH CAROLINA — A SWAT operation in McDowell County resulted in the seizure of cocaine, a firearm and other evidence, leading to the arrest of a Marion man, according to the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said its SWAT Team executed a drug search warrant early Thursday at the home of 49-year-ol

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — After 34 years serving in North Carolina public schools, Buncombe County Schools Superintendent Rob Jackson has announced his retirement, effective Aug. 31, 2026. Jackson made the announcement at a Board of Education meeting on Thursday, June 4. “The opportunity to serve as the superinten

HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — The towns of Waynesville, Clyde and Canton are taking steps forward in connecting their water systems. The $17 million project requires a cross-country water line from Waynesville to Canton, with pump stations along the way. Town leaders say the project aims to provide "Podable"...

MILLS RIVER, N.C. (WLOS) — MANNA FoodBank is hosting its annual "Pack to Give Back," bringing together local business employees and volunteers. Participants will be packing 28,000 pounds of beans into family-sized packages. Those beans will, in turn, be given to the hands of people in need. Officials say...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — As America celebrates its 250th birthday, one of the nation's longest continuously operating companies is marking a major milestone of its own, right here in western North Carolina. Tucked away in North Asheville, Palmer Wahl Instruments is celebrating 190 years in business, a legacy that...

This report from the 2026 Steve Sutton Fest in Lake Junaluska, NC is a contribution from Jeff Lahr, as are the accompanying photographs. The Steve Sutton Fest may be one of the best‑kept secrets on the bluegrass festival scene. Big‑name bands, an intimate venue, and a beautiful location make this one of the most quietl

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) — A man wanted for a slew of charges was arrested during a traffic stop Thursday in Buncombe County. Marquis Earl Hurst was wanted for a slew of charges following a police chase in an alleged stolen vehicle in Western North Carolina in May. Hurst allegedly led officers from the Weaverville

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Asheville will again have only one public pool open this summer, as the city continues to make repairs to aquatic facilities that have exceeded their expected lifespan or were damaged by Hurricane Helene. The pool at the Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center will be open until early September....