Asheville NC

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A new community-centered initiative is aiming to bring people of all ages together through the power of play. Play for the City hosts free themed events to help create opportunities to connect and get active. The first "recess" held at Montford Park was designed to...

MADISON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — For the next couple of months, Madison County will be wrapping up construction on its new covered arena. The 175 by 300-foot arena will seat approximately 1,500 people at the Madison County Fairgrounds. As previously reported, the arena will feature a press box, new...

Asheville Marathon & Half-Marathon celebrates runners of all levels! March 21, 2026. Boston Qualifier. Details inside!. ASHEVILLE -- Asheville’s streets hummed with energy on Saturday as over 2,300 runners laced up for the New Belgium Asheville Marathon and Half Marathon. The event, which has grown into a premier...

Fresh produce always sounds good, but it feels even better when you know it came straight from nearby fields instead of a long supply chain. That is exactly the charm of this old-fashioned North Carolina farm market. The whole place has the kind of simple, grounded appeal that makes a...

NORTH CAROLINA — High wildfire danger is expected across the entire state over the next several days as dry conditions, low humidity, and gusty winds combine to create an elevated fire risk. Officials warn that much of North Carolina, from the mountains to the coast, is now under conditions...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — UPDATE: NCDOT spokesperson David Uchiyama says there’s a possibility the overnight closures planned for later this week may be rescheduled. An update will be shared when arrangements are made. -- A traffic shift is coming to Interstate 26 in Asheville this week. Starting Thursday,...

Buncombe County’s maintenance and facilities scene is buzzing this month — from hotels to farms to state agencies, there are solid openings for folks who like hands-on work and keeping spaces running smoothly.

Asheville -- City of Asheville Community News: Asheville’s parks and community centers offer no shortage or recurring games, clubs, and activities fo... Asheville -- City of Asheville Community News: Asheville’s parks and community centers offer no shortage or recurring games, clubs, and activities for Ashevillians...

We live in a fabulous mountain community blessed with an abundance of natural beauty and lifestyle opportunities. Ours is also a giving community, and there are plenty of worthy causes to choose from. One of the least publicized and perhaps most misunderstood needs involves helping children, who through no fault of...

[Regarding “I Beg to Differ: Who or What Is Running Asheville?” March 4, Xpress:]. Well, I beg to differ with Carl Mumpower about his simile, “running a city from one angle of view is like flying an airplane with one wing.”. No, it ain’t. As former pilot...