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LAKE LURE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The town of Lake Lure is welcoming visitors with open arms as it continues to rebound from Tropical Storm Helene, offering scenic escapes, outdoor adventures and a variety of dining and lodging options. Town officials encourage visitors to explore the area’s restaurants, hotels, lodges...

There has been a recent flurry of activity at Advent Hospital, causing concern among visitors and the general public. Reports from social media indicate that numerous police vehicles were present at the scene and people were being turned away from the Emergency Room. This situation led to the hospital being put on...

Hendersonville, NC — Non-profits opened their doors serving Thanksgiving meals with love to hundreds. But at the Hendersonville Rescue Mission, the love of giving and receiving food came full circle this year for the rescue mission’s chef. “If I had to say anything to anybody out there, I’d...

The popular television show "Kitchen Nightmares" has sparked a lively discussion among viewers. The show, hosted by the brutally honest and often entertaining Gordon Ramsey, features failing restaurants that seek his help to turn their fortunes around. One viewer, who has been engrossed in the show, pondered about...

The Hyatt Place AVL airport hotel, a fully furnished establishment conveniently located near the airport and highway, has remained unopened for over a year. The hotel, which boasts a rooftop bar with a view of the airport and Pisgah, has been the subject of much speculation and discussion on social media platforms.

ASHEVILLE – A Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office employee is on leave after being arrested earlier this week. Buncombe County Detention Facility Officer Trayvis Williams was taken into custody by the Asheville Police Department Nov. 25, charged with assault on a female, the Sheriff’s Office announced in a Nov. 27 news...

In a recent online discussion, a pregnant woman reached out for advice on finding an affordable, reliable car. She and her partner found themselves in a difficult situation when both of their vehicles broke down, leaving them without transportation. With a 40-minute commute to work and a baby on the way, the woman...

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ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Runners from all over the community came together to kick off the Thanksgiving holiday in an active way. News 13 spoke with some of the participants, who say the South Asheville Turkey Trot has become a tradition for them. "This one is a great route,...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Mission Health officials said its annual Healthy Foods for Healthier Tomorrows initiative collected more than 10,000 pounds of food system-wide, which will benefit food banks serving western North Carolina. Officials said in a Nov. 26 news release that of the 10,000 pounds of food collected,...