🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Asheville Right Now
Looking for something useful without spending a dime? Asheville neighbors are giving away a few handy items this week — from garden goods to home appliances. Check out what’s available below!
Tug-of-war for NC mountain hospital beds takes a turn
When AdventHealth broke ground on its long-awaited Weaverville hospital on March 26, the Florida-based health system envisioned a hospital with hundreds of beds — one which could eventually rival that of HCA-owned Mission Hospital, which currently dominates the Asheville market. That plan, however, was thrown into doubt last week...
Fairview man begins sentence for 2023 stabbing death
Tyler Perry Laughter, 30, of Fairview, pleaded guilty last month to voluntary manslaughter in connection with the October 2023 stabbing death of Jason Edmonds. Superior Court Judge Alan Z. Thornburg sentenced Laughter to a term of 121-158 months, or approximately 11-13 years, in prison for the Class D felony. The...
First neonatal ICU opens in Henderson County
Families across Henderson County now have access to advanced neonatal care close to home with the opening of the Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at The Baby Place at AdventHealth Hendersonville. As the county’s only NICU, this new facility means families no longer have to travel as far as...
Asheville Symphony to Present Mozart’s Requiem
Mozart’s final, unfinished masterpiece comes to Asheville. The Asheville Symphony will present Masterworks 6: Requiem on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Asheville. Conducted by Asheville Symphony Music Director Darko Butorac and featuring the Asheville Symphony Chorus, the program brings...
Waynesville mural project ends with community paint day
The Waynesville Public Art Commission announced that the Historic Main Street Mural project is underway. The new mural will grace the side of High Country Style at 121 North Main St. The WPAC worked alongside the muralist-Max Dowdle, local historian, Alex McKay, local artist, Teresa Pennington, the property owner, Doug...
Asheville area braces for near-record April heat
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Unseasonably hot and dry conditions are expected across western North Carolina and the broader Carolinas region this week, raising fire weather concerns ahead of a sharp temperature drop early next week. The National Weather Service in Greenville-Spartanburg said temperatures Tuesday afternoon will feel more like...
WNC man charged after drugs found in stolen vehicle, deputies say
MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) — A man is facing charges related to a stolen vehicle and drug possession following a traffic stop on April 7. The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office said 39-year-old Daniel Ted Stewart, of Old Fort, has been charged with:. Felony larceny of a motor...
Call to Artists for AVL Forward Permanent Public Art Program
Two large-scale, permanent installations sought for Asheville Regional Airport. Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) has launched its Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for a permanent public art program as part of AVL Forward, the airport’s terminal modernization project. The RFQ invites artists and artist-led teams nationwide to submit qualifications for two...
Local business owner to run for Black Mountain Town Council
A Black Mountain business owner who is disputing measures undertaken by the town regarding two of his properties will seek a seat on its governing board in November. John Richardson, co-owner of property at 141 Richardson Boulevard, the former site of the RailYard, and Black Mountain Brewing, which operates at 131 Broadway Avenue, cited unsuccessful mediation with local officials when announcing his candidacy...
