Community members in Brevard gather to celebrate Juneteenth
BREVARD, N.C. (WLOS) — Today community members in Brevard gathered to celebrate Juneteenth. Juneteenth is recognized as the day commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. Celebrations for the holiday have been happening for over 150 years although the day was not officially recognized as a holiday until...
Despite natural disasters and a pandemic, Smoky Mountain River Ranch is still thriving
HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Through COVID-19, Tropical Storm Fred, and Hurricane Helene, flexibility has been the name of the game for Smoky Mountain River Ranch, a Haywood County farm sitting on 95 acres alongside the Pigeon River. “My husband and I, when we bought this farm, it was...
Community grapples with food scarcity nearly one year after devastating hurricane: ‘Fresh food …...
"It's unclear if or when they are going to restore that store to functionality." Community grapples with food scarcity nearly one year after devastating hurricane: 'Fresh food ... is very difficult to come by' first appeared on The Cool Down .
From Asheville to NYC, radio host carries names of the lost to Gracie stage
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A Gracie Award now shines in Western North Carolina, but for a local radio host, the honor is less about personal recognition and more about the community it represents. “It’s not a ‘yay me’ moment,” Melanie Wilkinson, co-host of the Mix 96.5 Morning Show, said....
Permanent bridge coming after Helene flooding closes vital western North Carolina IV plant
Baxter was forced to halt production for nearly two months after the historic storm, until a temporary structure was put in place in November.
The Resilience of Local Food: ASAP’s 2025–26 Local Food Guide
Asheville – In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project (ASAP) has emerged as a beacon of hope for local farmers, showcasing the power of community and the importance of local food systems. “If we learned anything following the storm, it’s that local matters,” reflects Sarah Hart,...
UNC Asheville Making Inroads Toward Developing Forest
Asheville – UNC Asheville has announced plans to develop part of its forestland bordered by Broadway and WT Weaver Boulevard. The 45 acres of urban forest, which includes the Asheville Botanical Garden, has held a Millennial Campus designation since 2021. This designation was established for the UNC System by...
Garlic Harvest Party at Dig In! Community Garden
Join us at Dig In! Community Garden on Saturday, June 28, to harvest our garlic crop and celebrate summer. We will harvest garlic, clean it up a bit, hang it in the barn to dry, and then have a potluck lunch. Come to help or just visit!. We’ll gather from...
Salvation Army officers share post-Helene stories of hope and resilience
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — In this week’s WNC Heroes, we spoke to two Salvation Army Corp Officers about their work and legacy in helping their community post Helene. Captains Phillip and Sherrie Stokes oversee Henderson, Polk and Transylvania counties. They began their journey with the Salvation Army 13...
After adversity, SteelStacks-bound Steep Canyon Rangers find renewed energy for tour, disc
BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Last year's devastating flooding in top bluegrass band Steep Canyon Rangers' hometown may have been symbolic of the tumult the band has faced recently. But just as Asheville, North Carolina, has recovered from the effects of Hurricane Helene, Steep Canyon Rangers, too, has weathered the storm.
