Rain, storms headed to Asheville, but drought persists across WNC
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — After a stretch of hot, dry weather, Western North Carolina is headed into a more active weather pattern with several chances for showers and thunderstorms through early next week. The National Weather Service office in Greenville-Spartanburg said Friday marks the beginning of a wetter pe
Hendersonville Street Dance Features Jeter Mountain Band July 11
Hendersonville Street Dance will feature Jeter Mountain Band on Saturday, July 11, at the Henderson County Welcome Center Stage. The free event is scheduled from 7 to 9 p.m. at 201 S. Main St. in Hendersonville. The evening will include live bluegrass, square dancing and Appalachian clogging. A live caller...
Duke Energy offers free in-home energy assessments to battle increased summer costs
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Duke Energy is helping customers beat the summer heat — and increased energy costs — with free resources for homeowners. Customers with single-family homes are eligible for a no-cost in-home assessment, during which an energy adviser inspects the home and provides personalized recommendations t
Woman’s body found, death investigation underway in Buncombe County
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Buncombe County Sheriff's Office deputies are investigating a death after the body of a female was located near Old Mars Hill Highway early on Friday, July 10, authorities said. Authorities at the scene confirmed a woman is dead and had been found around 7...
High Peaks Leads Challenging Crest Trail Hike July 25
Exceptionally-fit and very experienced hikers are invited to join the NC High Peaks Trail Association on Saturday, July 25 for a very challenging hike on the Black Mountain Crest Trail. The 11.2 mile jaunt will offer spectacular views from Yancey County’s signature mountain chain. Meet at the Bolen’s Creek...
Grounded Boots Relief expands early disaster relief efforts beyond the Carolinas
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — When disaster strikes, a Hendersonville-based non-profit responds. Now, over 30 volunteers are working to expand their disaster response operations across the Carolinas and beyond. Grounded Boots Relief positions trained volunteers during crises. Those volunteers use specialized equipment
Fork & Dagger: The Malvern keeps it simple — and gets it right
Editor’s Note: Fork & Dagger is 828newsNOW’s anonymous restaurant review series, written by our independent Grub Scout—no freebies, no press perks, no agenda. Grub Scout pays full price, visits unannounced, and takes notes on food, service, atmosphere, and value. Each review reflects a recent, honest experience rated o
Hendersonville to host free community splash day event
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The City of Hendersonville is set to host a free community splash day event in August to help locals beat the summertime heat. According to a July 9 news release, the event will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 8 at Sullivan Park, which is located at 712 Martin Circle.
Hendersonville Mountain Enclave Fumes As FEMA Road Fix Stalls And HOA Goes Quiet
On a steep Hendersonville hillside, neighbors in the 38-lot Nubbins Nob subdivision say they did everything by the book: they pooled FEMA Helene assistance through their homeowners association, signed the paperwork and watched the HOA board hire a contractor to repair their only road in and out. Months later, they say
Asheville shelter director calls NC encampment bill veto a win, but says action is...
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The executive director of an Asheville homeless shelter is weighing in on North Carolina Governor Josh Stein’s decision to veto a bill meant to regulate encampments. Bill 437 would have given local governments the power to direct unhoused people to designated spaces while banning...
