Asheville NC

"It's unclear if or when they are going to restore that store to functionality." Community grapples with food scarcity nearly one year after devastating hurricane: 'Fresh food ... is very difficult to come by' first appeared on The Cool Down .

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A Gracie Award now shines in Western North Carolina, but for a local radio host, the honor is less about personal recognition and more about the community it represents. “It’s not a ‘yay me’ moment,” Melanie Wilkinson, co-host of the Mix 96.5 Morning Show, said....

Baxter was forced to halt production for nearly two months after the historic storm, until a temporary structure was put in place in November.

Asheville – In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project (ASAP) has emerged as a beacon of hope for local farmers, showcasing the power of community and the importance of local food systems. “If we learned anything following the storm, it’s that local matters,” reflects Sarah Hart,...

Asheville – UNC Asheville has announced plans to develop part of its forestland bordered by Broadway and WT Weaver Boulevard. The 45 acres of urban forest, which includes the Asheville Botanical Garden, has held a Millennial Campus designation since 2021. This designation was established for the UNC System by...

Join us at Dig In! Community Garden on Saturday, June 28, to harvest our garlic crop and celebrate summer. We will harvest garlic, clean it up a bit, hang it in the barn to dry, and then have a potluck lunch. Come to help or just visit!. We’ll gather from...

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — In this week’s WNC Heroes, we spoke to two Salvation Army Corp Officers about their work and legacy in helping their community post Helene. Captains Phillip and Sherrie Stokes oversee Henderson, Polk and Transylvania counties. They began their journey with the Salvation Army 13...

BETHLEHEM, Pa. — Last year's devastating flooding in top bluegrass band Steep Canyon Rangers' hometown may have been symbolic of the tumult the band has faced recently. But just as Asheville, North Carolina, has recovered from the effects of Hurricane Helene, Steep Canyon Rangers, too, has weathered the storm.

Thank you for featuring the WNC Nature Center’s centennial in the June 4 Mountain Xpress [“Animal House: The WNC Nature Center Celebrates Its Centennial”]. The early history was interesting to read as I had only heard bits and pieces of it. I was disappointed, however, that Chris...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Summer break isn't stopping the little ones from gaining skills that could lead to successful careers. The Asheville Museum of Science is offering an eight-week summer camp that explores all things science, technology, engineering and math. The museum has developed a creative way to engage...