N.C. mom charged after allegedly stabbing 10-month-old son to death
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (TCN) – A mother has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of her 10-month-old son. The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Department announced that on March 26, deputies received a call reporting a stabbing. When they arrived at the residence along with EMS and the...
📅 Family Origami Workshop at Fairview Library, Mar 28
Celebrate the start of spring with a hands-on craft at the Fairview Library on Saturday, March 28, 2026. This all-ages Origami In Bloom! workshop teaches you how to fold a tulip and stem to create your own paper flower. Choose from colorful patterned paper to make your design unique. The event is drop-in and free,...
🔥 Active Woods Fire Near Rumbling Bald – Avoid the Area
An active woods and brush fire is burning in the Rumbling Bald area of Lake Lure, near the King property between Cattail Rd and Kings Dr. The fire currently covers about 8 acres.
Remembering The Big Flush: An anxiety-laden cleanse of the city’s water system
Thirty years ago this month, the entire City of Asheville water transmission and distribution systems were thoroughly cleansed, or “flushed,” for the first (and, as yet only) time!. I was the director of water resources for the city at that time and was fortunate to be able to...
Sit a spell at Papaw’s Place
The sights and sounds of locals catching up over a cup of coffee while picking up supplies for a busy day of work ahead have long been familiar to families growing up in the Swannanoa Valley. It is a scene that evokes fond memories for the owners of Papaw’s Place, which opened its doors, March 14, introducing a shop...
Classic cars roll into downtown to lift spirits over a year after Helene
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — For local car historian Heath Towson, the chance to combine his passion for classic automobiles with his love for Asheville was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up. Towson, the proud owner of a 1956 Chrysler 300, has long loved classic cars, Asheville and Asheville’s...
Pet Pals: Taylor
(WLOS) — Meet Taylor!. She is a one-year-old cat who loves to play and cuddle. Taylor gets along well with children and other cats, but has not yet been exposed to dogs. With a slow introduction, she could do well with a dog. If you are interested in Taylor,...
Hundreds attend funeral service for Reems Creek Fire Chief Chris Dorsey
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Friends and family will gather to remember the life and legacy of Reems Creek Fire Department Chief Christopher John Dorsey on Friday, March 27, 2026. Hundreds of people, including fellow first responders and deputies, attended Dorsey's funeral Friday at Trinity Baptist Church. Fire...
Crews working to contain woods fire in Lake Lure, town officials say
The Lake Lure Fire Department and the NC Forestry Service are at the scene.
A General Experience in Downtown Hendersonville
The Mast General Store: An honest review Downtown Hendersonville is a wonderful, thriving, eclectic place. How eclectic? Well, there’s Hospice Home Supply right there on the edge of downtown, in the shadow of the courthouse. But that's OK. There’s also a SweetFrog shop right next door. So, as you’re touring downtown,...
