Victim held at gunpoint during robbery in Western NC
An arrest has been made following an armed robbery in Western North Carolina, Monday night. The Asheville Police Department responded to a reported armed robbery on the 100 block on Tunnel Road, just before 10PM.
North Carolina’s 3 Most Loved Affordable Clothing Stores for Winter
As the temperature drops, shoppers are wrapping up in more than just scarves – they are rethinking how and where they spend. From Raleigh to Greensboro, local boutiques and resale stores are seeing a flurry of cold-weather shoppers eager to stay warm without breaking the bank. A new survey...
Authorities ID skeletal human remains found in Hendersonville woods
HENDERSONVILLE – Authorities have definitively put a name to human remains found last week in Hendersonville. The Medical Examiner's office identified skeletal remains found last week in a wooded area of Hendersonville as belonging to Leslie Cross Hall, 69, City of Hendersonville spokesperson Allison Justus said in a...
Navigating a New City for Work: Hoping for Success
A recent social media post has sparked a lively discussion among locals and newcomers alike. The original poster, a newcomer to the city, shared their positive experiences and impressions of the city, from the friendly locals and rich history to the unique food and art scenes. The newcomer also expressed appreciation...
Seeking Angel Trees for the Elderly: A Community Inquiry
A query was recently raised on social media, asking if there were any angel trees for the elderly. The user noted that while there were many such initiatives for children, they were hard-pressed to find any for older individuals. The user expressed a desire to assist the elderly, who they felt might be lonely or in...
Buncombe County approves $92k for local festivals and cultural events in 2026
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — The Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority (BCTDA) has approved $92,000 in investment for local cultural events and festivals in 2026. According to an Explore Asheville release, the investment funding for 26 festivals and events is provided through the annual Festivals & Cultural...
UNCA students engage with bone marrow donation program to save lives
The National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP), in partnership with the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), held a tabling event outside Brown Hall on Nov. 11 to assist UNC Asheville students in signing up for the NMDP registry and promote the importance of the program. “About 80% of our business happens...
Asheville receives $2.4M for Biltmore Village’s Helene recovery
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The City of Asheville has been awarded $2.4 million in state Helene recovery grants to aid in the restoration of Biltmore Village. This funding will be used to rebuild 3,000 square yards of historic brick sidewalks and replace sidewalk curbing to enhance stormwater runoff in the area.
Christmas on Main: Downtown Marshall to host ‘old-fashioned street market’
MARSHALL, N.C. (828newsNOW) — On Dec. 6, downtown Marshall will transform into an affordable street market just in time for Christmas. Over 80 vendors will be in attendance, with town storefronts decked out in holiday regalia all over Main Street. The event, Christmas on Main, will run from 9...
Firefighters battle structure blaze in Fairview, road reopens
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — UPDATE: Garren Creek Road has reopened and traffic is back to normal, according to a Fairview Volunteer Fire Department Facebook post. The Fairview Volunteer Fire Department is on the scene of a structure fire in the 700 block of Garren Creek Road, according to a Facebook post.
