Corner Kitchen wins SBA’s Phoenix Award for post-Helene comeback
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Corner Kitchen has been recognized by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for its comeback in the wake of Helene. The well-known restaurant, located in Asheville’s Biltmore Village, won the SBA’s 2026 Phoenix Award for Disaster Recovery. The award recognizes the strength and resiliency of a small business in the aftermath of a disaster.
Asheville’s Movies in the Park Opens Friday With ‘Zootopia 2’
Asheville Parks & Recreation’s Movies in the Park series returns to Pack Square Park on Friday, May 8, with a free outdoor showing of Zootopia 2. The movie is scheduled to begin around 8:25 p.m. in Pack Square Park at 80 Court Plaza in downtown Asheville. Community members are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs and arrive at least 15 minutes before showtime...
EBCI passes indefinite moratorium on data centers
This coverage is made possible through a partnership between BPR and Grist, a nonprofit environmental media organization. The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Tribal Council on Thursday passed an indefinite moratorium on data centers, following several other counties and municipalities throughout North Carolina that have made similar moves. The alarm...
Resolution urges HCA Healthcare CEO to talk with Buncombe County community
BREVARD, N.C. (WLOS) — The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners is one of multiple government agencies calling for more accountability from HCA Healthcare, the company that owns Mission Hospital. WLOS. "It’s sincere when I say this is life and death for residents here in our region," said Drew Ball,...
Country music star receives honorary degree from App State
Appalachian State University presented country music star Luke Combs with an honorary degree of music during commencement services Thursday.
From concerts to tournaments, Asheville expands entertainment footprint
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — With downtown venues drawing steady crowds and city leaders weighing major investments in entertainment infrastructure, Asheville — a mountain city built on music and art — is once again revisiting plans for a new performing arts facility near the heart of the city.
Fork & Dagger: Iron & Oak lives up to the hype in local barbecue...
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 on our 1‑to‑5 fork scale. We aim to help you discover standout dining spots—from casual diners...
One of North Carolina’s Most Secluded Campgrounds Is Near Asheville
Asheville attracts outdoor enthusiasts from around the country; when it comes to epic East Coast adventures, this mountain town is in a league of its own. And we’ve found a secluded campground in North Carolina that’s just a 15-minute drive from downtown Asheville. If you’re someone who values off-the-grid camping and a primitive experience in […]
Omni Grove Park Inn celebrates Mother’s Day with high tea, spring menu & more
Asheville, N.C. (WSPA)- It’s an elegant way to celebrate mom this Mother’s Day at the Omni Grove Park Inn and Spa. There’s a new spring menu across several of their restaurants for Mother’s Day, with a focus on seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. On Saturday May 7 the Mother’s Day Tea Party at The Omni Grove […]
Bearfootin’ fundraiser reveal is well-attended despite heavy rain
HENDERSONVILLE – Pouring rain dampened everyone in attendance at the unveiling of the entries in Hendersonville’s Bearfootin’ Art Walk and Auction May 6, but not their spirits. An estimated 100 people turned out to the Hendersonville Welcome Center on Main Street as 20 painted bear statues were announced from the stage and uncovered one by one. The bears will now stand on the streetcorners of...
