Asheville NC

FEMA has awarded more than $26 million to eliminate flood risks for severely damaged properties in North Carolina. The state will use this funding, administered through FEMA’s Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, to buy 75 damaged residential properties in Henderson, Polk and Yancey counties, bringing needed relief to the homeowners. FEMA is acting at the direction of the new Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin...

MILLS RIVER, N.C. (WLOS) — Spring is here in the mountains, and you might be looking to add some colorful plants to your home garden. But there are some things to think about when looking for new plants. Like, how big will it get? How much light will it need? And when is the best time to water it? But do you ever think about...

DHHS award of new beds to HCA's troubled Mission Hospital over AdventHealth's new Weaverville facility leaves many puzzled.

HENDERSONVILLE – The city is moving to codify parts of its comprehensive plan, giving design guidelines force of law in an effort to preserve and improve downtown Hendersonville’s historic, walkable character. “Outside of our historic districts, we don’t have any design control or standards, even though (downtown) is the most important part of our town, the core of our city, the most well-loved and...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The number of people experiencing homelessness in Asheville and Buncombe County increased again in 2026, with officials pointing to ongoing housing pressures and lingering impacts from Tropical Storm Helene. The latest Point-in-Time count, conducted in February, identified 824 people experiencing homelessness, up 9 percent from...

Looking for something useful without spending a dime? Neighbors in Hendersonville, NC are giving away a few great items this week — from bedroom furniture to a smartphone. A sturdy black wooden bed frame with a slatted base, queen size. It has a bit of damage but is still solid and usable. Located in Brightwater Village, Hendersonville.

HENDERSONVILLE – Playing Ray Charles from a speaker on his bike, Thomas Kreycik, 74, had planned out a whole afternoon on the Ecusta Trail on a recent warm April day. After finishing his 18-mile ride, he would go for a beer at Trailside Brewing, just down the way, and later fill up his saddle bags with groceries at Publix. He’s looking forward to riding...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A crash involving an Asheville Fire Department truck responding to an emergency call left three people injured Wednesday afternoon, police confirmed. Shortly after 2 p.m. on April 8, officers with the Asheville Police Department responded to Patton Avenue for a two-vehicle collision with injuries. The...

Are there issues with Medicaid reimbursement rates hurting hospital bottom lines? Sure. But these costs should be out in the open so they can be dealt with honestly, not hidden behind monopoly schemes.

Want to find family-friendly hiking trails in North Carolina that everyone can enjoy?. These 7 easy paths offer adventure and beautiful scenery!. 1. Black Balsam Knob and Tennent Mountain Loop (Canton) This trail is like the perfect family movie – everyone loves it!. The 4.9-mile loop sits high up...