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WEAVERVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Last week, Anneliese Shreve, an English teacher at Buncombe County Early College, was named the Buncombe County Schools Teacher of the Year. Shreve, who was selected for the honor at a ceremony on Thursday, March 19, will advance to the regional Teacher of the Year competition. She...

HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA)) – A Henderson County man has been charged with cruelty to animals after authorities said they found a mistreated dog in his care. According to the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office, on March 20, members of the sheriff’s office animal enforcement division received a report of a contained...

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — An East Flat Rock woman will serve more than three years in prison after pleading guilty to charges tied to the kidnapping and assault of a juvenile. Nancy Grace Justice, 29, pleaded guilty Monday in Buncombe County Superior Court to two counts of indecent...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Fire danger remains high across North Carolina, with some areas reaching extreme conditions as dry weather and gusty winds increase the risk of fast-moving wildfires, officials said. The North Carolina Forest Service warned that fires can ignite quickly from nearly any source and spread...

The Waynesville Zoning Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 5:30 pm in the Town Hall Board Room (9 South Main Street, Waynesville). The board will consider a variance request related to the sidewalk construction requirements in the town’s Land Development Standards (Section...

Traveling with pets is becoming an increasingly popular choice for many pet owners who view their furry companions as part of the family. As the travel industry adapts to accommodate this trend, a wide array of pet-friendly vacation destinations has emerged that cater to both human and animal visitors. Whether you’re...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — For 17 years, Shana McDowell has built a business around cakes — even if baking was never her favorite part. McDowell, 46, owner of AVLCakeLady in Asheville, said her path into the industry began not with a love of baking, but with a passion for decorating.

Marquee is back open at 36 Foundy Street, Asheville, NC. Sponsored by Ingles Markets.

Asheville faces high wildfire risk due to dry, windy weather. NC Forest Service urges caution. Stay informed & prevent wildfires!. Asheville Area -- Asheville and the surrounding areas in Western North Carolina face an elevated risk of wildfires due to persistent dry conditions and gusty winds. A Very High Fire...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A detective with the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office was injured Monday after being struck and dragged by a suspect’s vehicle during an investigation in Leicester, authorities said. Detectives were conducting a follow-up investigation around 10:30 a.m. at a home on Odonald Road when...