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NORTH CAROLINA — The drought across North Carolina is continuing to worsen according to the latest Drought Monitor update, with Extreme Drought now expanded across most of the mountains, foothills, and north and central parts of the state including from Raleigh northward. This is the worst drought in over...

WNC -- April 23. 2026: As Western North Carolina enters its second month of "Extreme Drought" (D3), the window for voluntary conservation is closing. While the City of Asheville has yet to pull the trigger on mandatory Phase II fines, the reality of our river levels means we must act as if the restrictions are already in place.

Black Mountain -- April 22, 2026: The Black Mountain Police Department (BMPD) is continuing to adapt its operations following its emergency relocation from the Montreat Road Public Safety Building earlier this spring. Due to structural safety concerns at the original facility, the department has transitioned its administrative presence to the Givens Highland Farms community.

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WAYNESVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Town of Waynesville didn't have to go far to find its next fire marshal. According to an April 22 news release, Waynesville hired Claudio Fuentes as its new fire marshal. Fuentes, who has served as an engineer with the fire department, succeeds Darrell Calhoun following his recent retirement, the release said.

BLACK MOUNTAIN, N.C. (WLOS) — The North Carolina Forest Service has released a documentary on their Young Offenders Forest Conservation Program (B.R.I.D.G.E) that offers work experience for incarcerated men. News 13 met four men currently serving time at Caldwell Correctional Facility for nonviolent crimes. Offenders Alexander Kuzmanoff, Greg Poulin,...

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Spring festivals, live music and community gatherings are filling up the calendar across Asheville and Western North Carolina this weekend. Here’s a look at a few events happening April 24-26. If you only do one thing this weekend. Weaverville. Saturday & Sunday | 10...

Haywood County -- April 22, 2026: More than 3,000 Haywood EMC customers should prepare for a temporary loss of power tonight, Wednesday, April 22. The planned outage is scheduled to begin at 10:00 p.m. and is expected to last approximately two hours. Haywood County -- April 22, 2026: More than...

There’s a special kind of magic that happens when you climb above 6,000 feet in North Carolina. The Sam Knob Trail near Canton delivers that magic in a package that won’t require you to train like you’re climbing Everest. Standing on top of Sam Knob at 6,050...

Want to find incredible chocolate shops in North Carolina?. These 9 sweet spots offer handcrafted treats and amazing flavors!. 1. The Chocolate Fetish (Asheville) That red awning in downtown Asheville isn’t just for show. It marks the entrance to chocolate paradise. Step inside and prepare your senses for a...