Crews responding to two fires in Buncombe County
UPDATE: As of 5:40 p.m., the Enka fire is reported to be 100% contained at 22 acres. The Fairview fire is reported to be 70% contained at 15 acres, and crews are continuing to achieve 100% containment. BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WSPA) – Firefighter crews are currently battling two fires in Buncombe County, according to...
Black Mountain police hold a reading event for their new children’s book
BLACK MOUNTAIN, N.C. (WLOS) — The Black Mountain Police Department kick-started a new book initiative on Thursday, Nov. 13, with a live reading. Officers read a new storybook to elementary school students that department members wrote. The book titled “Where Did Henry Go?” centers around the theme of “stranger...
Man wanted for animal cruelty arrested in Asheville
A man wanted for animal cruelty was arrested in Asheville on Wednesday.
Smoke spreads across WNC from brush fire, Pisgah burn
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Fire officials across Buncombe, Haywood and Transylvania counties warned residents Friday to expect smoke-filled skies as a brush fire and a large prescribed burn sent haze drifting across the region. The North Canton and Leicester fire departments said smoke was moving into their...
Local blues musician Kat Williams dies, Artists Music Guild reports
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — News 13 has learned through the Artists Music Guild that local Blue's musician Kat Williams has died. The Artists Music Guild posted on social media on Nov. 12 about Williams' death, saying she had been a member of the Guild since 2011. "The Artists Music...
Investigation underway after person found dead in Buncombe Co.
An investigation occurring in Buncombe County has prompted deputies to ask drivers passing through the area to seek a different route.
Testimony Raises Concerns About Cancer Care and Staffing at Asheville’s Mission Hospital
A recent court filing has raised concerns about patient care at Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina. The focus is on cancer patients on the K9 floor. Dr. Martin Palmeri, an oncologist with Messino Cancer Centers, testified in August 2024 that care for some patients declined after HCA Healthcare acquired the...
Raleigh makes list of best cities for dog owners, Asheville and Wilmington also mentioned
Asheville and Wilmington also made the list put together by a lawn company.
Hard lesson: Homeowner’s project turns into something resembling a ‘lunar landscape’
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — When Buncombe County homeowner Alina Nunez decided to install a new driveway and back patio, she never imagined she’d end up in court. “I was in complete shock,” she said. “They had no idea what they were doing.”. What she witnessed was...
Fork & Dagger: Small food truck delivers big, soulful flavors
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...
