Waynesville & Canton Unite for $17M Water Security Project
Waynesville & Canton Unite for $17M Water Security Project - Read the latest News news from Greaterf Asheville Area on WNC Times. Haywood County -- June 6, 2026: Waynesville, Clyde and Canton are moving forward with a $17 million water-security project, marking a significant regional investment aimed at bolstering wate
Satisfy your sweet tooth on National Doughnut Day
WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA (WLOS) — It's National Doughnut Day, and in Asheville, the question is not whether you'll celebrate the creation of dense, fried, and frosted dough, it's where. Take your pick -- local and national chains alike have deals today. Duck Donuts in Asheville is offering a free...
NCDOT orders two Ecusta Trail closures in Laurel Park for U.S. 64 roundabout work
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The North Carolina Department of Transportation, along with Henderson County and the Town of Laurel Park, will be implementing two Ecusta Trail closures to help modernize and improve traffic flow on US 64. According to a news release, Ecusta Trail will close for up to...
Cocaine, AR-15 found in McDowell Co. drug bust
MCDOWELL COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) — A SWAT raid in Western North Carolina early Thursday morning has led to a drug seizure and arrest. The McDowell County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team executed a drug search warrant at the Marion home of 49-year-old Marlone Laquinn Carson. During the search, deputies located and seized 41 gram
‘There’s a lot of memories here’: Community reflects amid St. Joseph’s Hospital demolition
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Larry Gibson has spent most of his life looking at St. Joseph’s Hospital. He grew up in Asheville’s Kenilworth neighborhood, just steps from the hospital campus. As demolition crews continue tearing down the buildings this week, the 71-year-old finds himself looking back on decades of memories.
Buncombe TDA proposes $27 million budget, with $18.3 million for marketing
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Buncombe County’s tourism agency is proposing a $27 million budget for the coming fiscal year that continues to heavily invest in marketing Asheville and the surrounding region while drawing millions from reserves to balance spending. The proposed fiscal year 2026-27 budget ordinance for
Tropical Storm Helene, Asheville featured in Washington, D.C., museum exhibit
WASHINGTON (828newsNOW) — The “Museum of Unnatural Disasters” is an exhibit cataloguing the experiences of disaster survivors from across the United States over the last three years, including Tropical Storm Helene. The pop-up will be open in Washington, D.C., through mid-June. The “Museum of Unnatural Disasters” will.
Asheville VA primary care providers ranked No. 1 in nation by veterans
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Veterans receiving care through the Western North Carolina VA Health Care System have given their primary care providers the highest patient satisfaction ratings in the nation, according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The recognition comes from the VA’s Survey of Healthcare E
One person arrested after SWAT raid ends in drug bust in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA — A SWAT operation in McDowell County resulted in the seizure of cocaine, a firearm and other evidence, leading to the arrest of a Marion man, according to the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff’s office said its SWAT Team executed a drug search warrant early Thursday at the home of 49-year-ol
Buncombe County Schools superintendent announces retirement after 34 years
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — After 34 years serving in North Carolina public schools, Buncombe County Schools Superintendent Rob Jackson has announced his retirement, effective Aug. 31, 2026. Jackson made the announcement at a Board of Education meeting on Thursday, June 4. “The opportunity to serve as the superinten
