U.S. 64 reopens for public traffic marking a major milestone for Helene recovery
BAT CAVE, N.C. (WLOS) — Saturday, March 28, marked a major milestone for Helene recovery, as Highway 64 in Bat Cave officially reopened to the public for the first time in 18 months. The highway, which connects Hendersonville to Chimney Rock, Lake Lure, and Bat Cave, is a popular...
Hendersonville firefighters battle early morning barn fire on Pleasant Grove Road
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Earlier in the morning on Sunday, March 29, the Hendersonville Fire Department responded to a call about a barn fire on Pleasant Grove Road. Hendersonville Fire Department Chief Mike Huggins says that by the time crews arrived on scene, the second floor of the barn had fallen in.
🏭 Henderson County Manufacturing Jobs – Multiple Openings $18–$200K+
Henderson County’s manufacturing scene is buzzing this month, with solid opportunities for both hands-on workers and experienced managers. Whether you’re into precision machining or leading process improvements, there’s something here for you.
Letter: Consider volunteering as a child advocate
There are so many needs here in Western North Carolina — it’s hard to know where to start if you want to volunteer and make a difference. I’ve always thought, “If I could positively impact the life of one child, and if others were to do the same, imagine how that could change the dynamic of our local communities for...
Opinion: Doctor’s Day: Caring for our community, in every setting
When most people picture a doctor, they often think of a white coat, a clinic visit, or a hospital room. While caring for patients in a clinical setting is central to the role, it represents only part of who doctors are and how they connect with the communities they serve. At UNC Health Pardee, we believe strong...
On-Going Free Personal & Professional Development Events
Resources For Resilience is an Asheville-based nonprofit organization sharing practical tools and research-based resources for individuals, teams, and communities to manage stress and prevent burnout. In the year following Helene, we continue to hold space for WNC residents to find healing. Thanks to our generous...
Boil Water Advisory in Town of Marshall
Residents in the Town of Marshall on Sams Rd., Frisby Rd., and Redmon Rd. in Madison County are under a System Pressure Advisory due to low pressure and outages from water line maintenance and repairs. When service returns, all water used for drinking, cooking, cleaning, or brushing teeth should be boiled for at...
Part of NC highway closed as crews fight 175-acre wildfire, officials say
MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) — A portion of N.C. 80 is shut down due to the active wildfire on Locust Cove Road in McDowell County. McDowell County Emergency Management said N.C. 80 north of Toms Creek Road to the Yancey County line is shut down to ensure the safety of the emergency personnel working to...
WNC Update on Area Wildfires
Location: Asheville, NC, Western North Carolina, Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Red Flag Warning issued for WNC! High winds & low humidity create extreme wildfire danger. Stay safe, avoid outdoor burning. U.S. Forest Service - National Forests in North Carolina Western North Carolina faces an elevated risk of...
Asheville Police Department officially opens Tanger Outlets resource center
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Asheville Police Department has announced the opening of an additional West Asheville resource center at Tanger Outlets. According to a news release, the new location expands access to police services and provides a convenient option for residents and visitors. The existing Haywood Road...

















