Body found beside highway may be a ‘weather related’ death, NC sheriff says
A body found along a five-lane highway in western North Carolina is being investigated as a “weather related” death , deputies say. The discovery was made around 8 a.m. Sunday just west of Asheville, the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office said in a Jan. 25 news release. “Upon arrival deputies located a deceased male...
Rustic Mountain Motel Is Transformed Into a Bargain $599K Ranch Retreat
The picturesque property was built in 1948 and was once owned by a noted Radio City Rockette, "according to local folklore."
Asheville announces emergency closure for water system upgrades on Riverbend Drive
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The City of Asheville has issued an emergency closure due to a water valve, hydrant replacements, general system maintenance, or the connection of new water infrastructure to the city’s water system. According to an alert from the city, the affected areas include Riverbend Drive...
Asheville residents face hazards in storm aftermath
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — As the snow and ice from this weekend’s winter storm begin to melt in Asheville, residents are being urged to take caution when venturing outdoors or back onto the roads. Melting snow can trigger localized flooding, leave roads icy or partially blocked and cause...
Sunday updates: Thousands remain without power in WNC
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — (7:11 p.m.) As of 7 p.m. there are over 6,000 power outages reported across western North Carolina, according to Ready NC's power outage map. Transylvania is experiencing more than 7,000 outages. UNC Health Pardee Hospital wants to remind the community that the Pardee Hospital and...
Asheville provides update on road conditions, free parking during winter storm
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The city of Asheville said that road conditions are expected to be hazardous going into Monday, and free parking will be extended. According to the city, temperatures are expected to drop Sunday night, causing the snow and ice on roads, bridges and sidewalks to refreeze.
Transportation assistance ending in McDowell County ahead of storm: Officials
MCDOWELL COUNTY, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Officials with McDowell County Emergency Services announced new details on transportation assistance ahead of the forecasted winter storm. Officials said residents needing transportation assistance to reach an emergency shelter should contact McDowell Transit immediately at...
Man found dead on roadside in Buncombe County
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) – The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office said a man was found dead on the roadside. At approximately 8 a.m. Sunday morning, deputies responded to a call in the 400 block of New Leicester Highway. Upon arrival, officials found a man lying dead on the roadside of New Leicester Highway. The...
Interstate 26 closed by overturned tractor trailer
POLK COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) – A section of Interstate 26 is closed while crews clean up a wreck involving an overturned tractor trailer. According to Saluda Fire and Rescue, I-26 West at the Peter Guice Bridge has been closed after a tractor trailer overturned. A photo of the scene shows a truck on its side […]
CITY OF HENDERSONVILLE GOVERMNENT OFFICES CLOSED MONDAY JANUARY 26
Due to Winter Storm Fern and the potential for travel impacts, City Manager John Connet has announced City of Hendersonville government offices and facilities will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026. Garbage, recycling, and brush collection for City of Hendersonville customers will NOT be taking place on Monday....

















