Thanksgiving cold snap to bring dangerous winds to Asheville area
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Western North Carolina will see one final day of mild temperatures Wednesday before a sharp blast of Arctic air sweeps into the region, bringing plunging temperatures, powerful winds and the risk of isolated power outages through Thanksgiving, according to the National Weather Service...
12 North Carolina Restaurants That Run Out Of Biscuit Sandwiches Before Noon
North Carolina is famous for its delectable biscuit sandwiches, featuring a blend of Southern tradition and culinary excellence. These 12 restaurants are so beloved for their biscuit creations that they often sell out before noon. Each offers a unique twist on this classic, leaving customers craving more. Biscuit...
Asheville woman sentenced up to 6 years for role in 2024 fatal apartment shooting
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — On Tuesday, Nov. 25, the Buncombe County District Attorney’s Office announces the sentencing of an Asheville woman who pleaded guilty to multiple felony charges, including accessory after the fact, in connection with the fatal shooting of Terry Landrum Sr., 49, on June 16, 2024.
Buncombe Residents Face Steep ACA Premium Increases and Tough Health Coverage Decisions for 2026
Residents of Buncombe County, North Carolina, are facing a significant increase in Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance premiums for 2026. Many are now reconsidering their health coverage options. Virginia Gilbert, a 63-year-old self-employed therapist from Asheville, is one example. Her monthly premium is expected to...
Chimney Rock restaurant hosts fundraiser for organizations that helped during Helene
CHIMNEY ROCK, N.C. (WLOS) — Thankful Tuesday falls on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving, and for Chimney Rock, a town devastated by Helene over a year ago, one restaurant knew exactly what to do on Nov. 25 - give thanks. Chimney Rock restaurant hosts fundraiser for organizations that helped during...
Women sentenced for charges related to Asheville homicide
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WSPA) – A woman is facing over three years behind bars following a guilty plea related to a homicide last year in Asheville. The District Attorney’s Office said Aria Shaquana Waters, 35, pleaded guilty to the three felonies of accessory after the fact to voluntary manslaughter, attempted trafficking...
Behind the scenes of the Biltmore Estate’s holiday transformation
One year on a family visit to Asheville, Lizzie Whitcher fell in love with Biltmore—so much so that she studied floriculture at Texas A&M with hopes of eventually working at the estate. Soon after, she made that dream a reality. In addition to managing decor for events, her team of 10 designers directs the...
Modern prairie home nestled in the heart of the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains
MossCreek Home Designs designed this modern prairie-style home perched in the prestigious Couch Mountain enclave of Fletcher, North Carolina. This extraordinary residence is a contemporary homage to the timeless elegance of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Prairie style. Seamlessly blending architectural sophistication with the...
Western NC brewery announces closure
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WSPA) – A brewery and restaurant with locations in Asheville and Swannanoa will close at the end of this year. In a post on social media, Terra Nova Beer Company announced it will close the doors at both of its locations at the end of the year. “This decision was not made lightly. […]
Asheville police launch annual Thanksgiving “Click It or Ticket” campaign
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Asheville Police Department has officially launched its annual "Click It or Ticket" campaign for the week of Thanksgiving. This statewide initiative, in partnership with the North Carolina Governor's Highway Safety Program, promotes the use of seatbelts and aims to reduce preventable...

















