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ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Mission Hospital says it has exceeded its goal of hiring 90 medical-surgical nurses in 90 days, reaching the milestone ahead of schedule. Hospital officials announced Friday, May 1, 2026, that the hiring push is part of an ongoing strategy to address workforce challenges across the health care system.

The King of Rock and Roll recently made his return to North Carolina. Hundreds of people packed a theater in downtown Lexington to witness performances last weekend by tribute artists who honored Elvis Presley, one of the most popular musicians in modern history. A glowing sign outside The Edward C....

BAT CAVE, N.C. (WLOS) — A historic Henderson County cemetery hidden just off U.S. 64 is in need of volunteers after Helene left trees and debris covering nearly 100 graves. The Edney Family Cemetery, located near the intersection of Chimney Rock Road and Edney Inn Road in Bat Cave, suffered major storm damage during Hurricane Helene. At least 10 trees fell into the cemetery, and...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A round of much-needed rain is on the way to Western North Carolina, but it could come with a few stronger storms mixed in. Forecasters with the National Weather Service Greenville-Spartanburg say a cold front moving into the region Wednesday will bring scattered showers and thunderstorms through Thursday night. While widespread severe weather isn’t expected, the area is under...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Leaders and law enforcement officials in Asheville and Buncombe County met with U.S. Attorney Russ Ferguson to discuss violent crime in Asheville. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of North Carolina shared an image on its Facebook page Friday, May 1, showing members of the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office, Asheville Police Department and District Attorney Todd Williams in an...

Group of alleged Western NC wire bandits facing charges

SOUTHEAST — A severe weather risk has been officially issued for Wednesday, May 6, 2026, across the Southeast, with storms looking more intense during the afternoon and evening hours before the main event arrives after midnight. A Level 2 of 5 Slight Risk is in place near Atlanta and the western portions of the region, while a Level 1 Marginal Risk covers Asheville, Greenville, and...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Tourism is a key driver of Asheville and Buncombe County's economy, and Explore Asheville used Travel and Tourism Week to spotlight the workers who help keep the industry running. Six people from a variety of industries were named honorees of the 2026 Heroes of Hospitality...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Zelda Dearest, a hotel in downtown Asheville, is celebrating the legacy of American author and artist Zelda Fitzgerald this week. The hotel is hosting six nights of events as part of its second annual Zelda Fitzgerald Week, including live jazz, workshops, literary tributes and more.

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