Free propane and supplies event for Helene survivors, anyone in need
HAYWOOD COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — A free propane event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 11, to support those affected by Hurricane Helene and anyone in need, according to a Haywood County press release. The county recommends bringing your own propane tank and it's first-come, first-served. Supplies will also be...
Asheville KOA Cuts Ribbon at Reopening After Hurricane
Kampgrounds of America Inc. (KOA) celebrated the resilience of the community with the official reopening of Asheville East KOA Holiday following the devastation of Hurricane Helene last year, according to a press release. The campground marked this important recovery milestone over the weekend with a ribbon-cutting...
APD to participate in statewide crash reduction safety campaign
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The Asheville Police Department will participate in Operation Crash Reduction, a weeklong traffic safety initiative, with agencies across North Carolina. Organized by the North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program, Operation Crash Reduction will run from Oct. 6-12. According to an...
Recovered flag to be displayed in honor of first responders’ dedication after Helene
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — An American flag that flew outside the Buncombe County Detention Facility and was recovered after Helene is now on display as a reminder of the community's resilience. Sheriff Quentin Miller said one of his deputies found the flag outside after the storm. The flag will...
Inmate captured after being mistakenly released, deputies say
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, North Carolina (WYFF) -- An inmate in Buncombe County, North Carolina, has been captured after he was mistakenly released, according to the sheriff. On Thursday, Joseph Shustek was mistakenly released from the Buncombe County Detention Facility. Authorities said Shustek had been found guilty of...
North Carolina school employee arrested for crime involving student
NORTH CAROLINA — A Madison County High School employee has been arrested for allegedly committing indecent liberties with a student. According to a news release from the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, David Edmonds was arrested on Oct. 6 and issued a $20,000 secured bond. The investigation began on Sept. 26 at the...
Work begins on Henderson County’s new courthouse, detention center
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Henderson County officials will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday, Oct. 7, for the county's new courthouse and detention center. As previously reported, the project will be the most expensive and expansive project in Henderson County's history and will be done without raising...
Prevent frozen pipes this fall with these tips from Secure Restoration
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — As Asheville prepares for colder weather this fall, it is in the best interest for your home to take steps to prevent frozen pipes. Secure Restoration, a local housing mitigation and restoration company, has advice for doing just that. Preparing your pipes. “We are heading...
City of Asheville Shares City Manager Search Community Survey Results and Next Steps in...
The City of Asheville continues its nationwide search as we move toward the retirement of current City Manager Debra Campbell at the end of this year. In late August, the community was invited to participate in a survey and in-person listening sessions to share the opportunities and challenges that Asheville faces in...
VeganFest’s fall event returns to Pack Square Park
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Today, vegan vendors gathered in Pack Square Park for Asheville's fall VeganFest. The event featured free painting, a live DJ, and lots of vendors handing out samples. VeganFest held an education day at Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College to inform the community about the benefits...
