I-40 shutdown in Cocke County rekindles frustrations for North Carolina locals
NORTH CAROLINA, USA — A new rockslide and flash flooding near the Tennessee state line have once again shut down I-40, creating major detours, backups and growing frustration on the North Carolina side of the mountains. The closure affects the same stretch of highway damaged by Hurricane Helene less...
Weather Warn Days ahead: WNC and Upstate brace for first major heat wave of...
HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Monday through Thursday is a series of Weather Warn Days due to dangerous heat in Western North Carolina and the Upstate. We are expecting our first significant heat wave of the year. Highs are forecast to reach the 90s. It is mostly sunny days...
Step into this drool-worthy home in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains
This gorgeous mountain home, crafted by Living Stone Design, is where traditional and contemporary design collide, situated in Fairview, North Carolina. Perfectly nestled in the hillside, this home frames picturesque mountain views from nearly any room in the house, but especially from the hot tub and screen porch....
State’s investigation into 35 complaints at Mission finds no deficiencies in care
A state investigation into 35 complaints about patient care and management at Mission Hospital found it’s in compliance with federal standards, according to documents obtained by Asheville Watchdog. Surveyors from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services visited western North Carolina’s largest...
Asheville Downtown After 5 blends music and culture for Juneteenth celebration
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Asheville's Downtown After 5 returned this week and it was a little different from previous concerts. The event continued the celebration of Juneteenth. "I mean we've heard about the Friday after 5 and so I was like, 'come on let's go downtown' one of those...
Allegiant launches nonstop flights from Asheville to Washington, DC
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Allegiant Air on Friday officially launched direct flights from Asheville to Washington, D.C. The airline announced Friday that it now offers flights from Asheville Regional Airport to Washington, D.C., via Dulles International Airport. One-way fares start at $38. Allegiant said these new...
Asheville braces for days-long heat wave with temperatures soaring into the 90s
(WLOS) — Asheville is entering an extended period of high temperatures, with forecasts calling for daily highs in the 90s for at least five consecutive days. The heat wave is being driven by a “heat dome,” which is high pressure that traps hot air near the surface and prevents cooler air from moving in.
Mission Hospital And Revitalizing The Cherokee Language, Inside Appalachia
A hospital in Western North Carolina was bought out. Residents say the quality of care has gone down. Also, an immersion school in North Carolina is trying to revitalize the Cherokee language with the help of a printmaking class. And, a pair of artists follow cicada hatchings to make art...
Asheville boarding school’s parent company fined after students’ deaths
NCDHHS has charged Wilderness Training and Consulting with two $15,000 administrative penalties.
Asheville pop-up blends shopping and storm relief
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A first-of-its-kind luxury retail experience is now open in Asheville, aiming to dazzle shoppers and support the region’s ongoing recovery from Tropical Storm Helene. The Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-Up Tour launched June 13 in partnership with Tanger Asheville, transforming the...
