The North Carolina Mountain With Its Own Mysterious Lights
A Centuries-Old Enigma That Refuses To Be Solved A Centuries-Old Enigma That Refuses To Be Solved (image credits: unsplash) Deep in the heart of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, where ancient peaks pierce the sky, a bizarre phenomenon has been mystifying observers for more than a century. The Brown Mountain...
Some Head Start centers across Southeast close, workers laid off amid government shutdown
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — As the government shutdown continues, a wave of Head Start programs across the country are closing. As dozens of Head Start centers miss out on federal grant payments that were due to arrive in November, like Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, some facilities now say...
North Carolinians cope with SNAP benefits freeze, navigate new food insecurities
Jessica Bollinger, a single mother of two from McDowell County, spent Saturday poring over her family budget and trying to make the numbers work. On the third of each month, she usually receives $318 in federal food assistance to buy groceries. But this month, as the federal shutdown continues, Bollinger...
MB HAYNES: Asheville’s trusted experts in Heating & Cooling, Plumbing, Electrical and Solar Services
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — For more than a century, MB HAYNES has been the name Western North Carolina homeowners trust when it comes to comfort, safety, and reliability. Founded on the principles of integrity, craftsmanship, and community, MB HAYNES has become synonymous with quality in residential services,...
Letter: Pick up the pace on Lyman Street
Asheville went to a lot of expense and investment in the River Arts District’s Riverside Drive and Lyman Street corridor. We now have great trails that allow sufficient navigation by pedestrians and bike riders as well. With all the massive destruction of Helene, we now have lost a lot...
Southerners Against Surveillance Systems and Infrastructure (with Ed)
Ed, co-founder of SASSI (Southerners Against Surveillance Systems & Infrastructure), speaks to The Final Straw Radio about the proliferation of surveillance infrastructure in the South (and more broadly in United States). We speak about topics such as the increasing cooperation between the state and corporate...
Warren Haynes’ Christmas Jam Returns to Asheville with Killer Lineup featuring Warren Haynes &...
Warren Haynes’ Christmas Jam Returns to Asheville with Killer Lineup featuring Warren Haynes & Friends, Stone Temple Pilots, Daniel Donato, Tribute to Phil Lesh & More. After Hurricane Helene put the brakes on last year’s Warren Haynes’ Christmas Jam, the star-studded event returns to ExploreAsheville.com Arena in...
Weaverville Art Safari showcases local talent and boosting artist businesses
WEAVERVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Weaverville Art Safari wrapped up Sunday, Nov. 2, after a weekend of showcasing local artists' artwork. The Art Safari is one of the longest-running studio tours in western North Carolina. The Safari gives people the chance to enjoy the area and see the artists'...
Conserving Carolina’s White Squirrel Challenge returns with 8 scenic hiking trails
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Conserving Carolina has brought back the popular White Squirrel Challenge, according to a news release. The challenge consists of eight hiking trails that Conserving Carolina has helped protect or expand. The eight trails include:. Bearwallow Mountain Trail. Bell Park. Little White Oak...
Local organizations launch winter shelter program to aid homeless during cold months
Organizations are pulling together to offer a warm place for people to sleep during the cold winter months. Now through March, Safe Shelter is offering beds for people every night to help get people out of the cold. Christian Chambers, the Executive Director of Safe Shelter, says they have 10...
