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ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Authorities in Florida are investigating the death of an Asheville man after skeletal remains were discovered in a remote area of Wakulla County nearly three months ago. The Wakulla County Sheriff’s Office said the remains, found Oct. 30 near Curtis Mill Road and Forest Road...

Literally 10 minutes after I clicked “schedule publish” on my 2026 Western North Carolina (WNC) Bucket List—which included “Visit the Shoji Spa” in the fourth spot—one of my good friends texted me. “Do you have any plans tonight?” he asked. I didn’t, so I...

This is Mark Garrett, Superintendent of Henderson County Public Schools, with important inclement weather information. I hope this message finds you safe and warm after the significant ice storm that hit us over the weekend. While today’s sunshine really helped clear off several roads and surfaces, there are still...

When storms and fires disrupt caregiving for months, this volunteer-run network deploys to support parents navigating work, trauma and recovery.

HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Officials in Henderson County said their experience with Hurricane Helene helped them to feel better prepared during this past weekend’s winter storm. Mike Morgan, Henderson County chief communications officer, expressed how their county took a direct hit from the winter storm. The...

An inmate at the Buncombe County Detention Facility has died from what has been described as an “unknown medical condition”.

BLACK MOUNTAIN, N.C. (828newsNOW) – After a section of White Horse Black Mountain collapsed during renovation on the building last week, the music venue has already announced a special series of concerts and events in partnership with The Monte Vista Hotel. Beginning Thursday, Jan. 29, the hotel, located at...

From the lavish colors and magic-hour scenery in Death Valley to the Ryan Mountain Trail, one of the world's best sunset-viewing spots in Joshua Tree, golden-hour photos and memories make the best souvenirs. In Asheville, North Carolina, the Blue Ridge Mountains literally have you surrounded, affording killer views...

Mission Hospital announced today that it has been named one of Healthgrades’ 50 Best Hospitals in America for the 11th consecutive year (2016–2026), placing it among the nation’s top-performing hospitals for overall clinical excellence. Healthgrades is the #1 site Americans use when searching for a doctor or hospital.

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - A local favorite restaurant in western North Carolina will be featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. The release said Huli Sue’s BBQ & Grill was added to the show’s list of featured national restaurants. The episode was filmed in early December 2025, the...