This North Carolina Drive-In Still Serves Burgers Like It’s The 1950s
In the mountain town of Brevard, North Carolina, Cardinal Drive-In offers more than a meal—it offers a time machine back to the golden era of American roadside dining. From the vintage red-and-white awning to the covered parking area and classic booths inside, the place exudes authentic 1950s diner charm. The menu...
Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office seeks tips on suspect in gas station break-in
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information about a breaking and entering and theft suspect. According to a news release from the BCSO, the incident took place at a Shell gas station located at 4012 Sweeten Creek Road on Oct. 27. Anyone...
Fire destroys Marshall home, leaves family members injured and pets dead
MADISON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Earlier on Friday, Nov. 7, a fire broke out in Marshall, destroying a home and leaving two adults and a child injured. The fire happened on River Top Road at a family residence. While all family members were able to escape, the family's pets...
Teacher charged after alleged assault of Flat Rock Elementary students
A pre-K teacher at Flat Rock Elementary School has been charged with assaulting two students in an incident that has prompted an ongoing investigation by the Surry County Sheriff’s Office. Anesia Gaye Bridges, 55, of Virginia, faces two counts of assault on a child under 12, according to the sheriff’s office. She...
Four people arrested following drug bust in North Carolina
NORTH CAROLINA — A joint law enforcement operation led by the Asheville Police Department resulted in four arrests and the seizure of drugs and firearms, according to a department news release. The operation, conducted on Tuesday, Nov. 4, was launched in response to community concerns about illegal drug activity and...
‘My stomach turned’: North Carolina woman visits Asheville mansion. Then a strange man starts...
A North Carolina woman believes that there may be a trafficking system taking place at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville. After a couple of years, she’s ready to tell the reason why. In a video with 429,000 views, @tnmamabear5 explained how a day of horse riding, a tour of the mansion, and attending a laser show...
Short plays and tall tales: Hendersonville Theatre’s One Act Play Festival
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — At Hendersonville Theatre’s 2nd annual One Act Play Festival, short, original plays from around the country will take to the stage for a two week run. The One Act Play Festival is made up of two different sets of plays shown between Nov. 6-15,...
New Food Distribution Site Opening in Black Mountain to Support Residents Affected by SNAP...
The Town of Black Mountain, North Carolina, is working with Swannanoa Valley Christian Ministry to open a new food distribution site. This action responds to reduced SNAP benefits. Starting November 11, 2025, volunteers will collect non-perishable food donations each morning except Sundays at the Black Mountain...
Asheville Law Firm Grimes Teich Anderson LLP Earns Top Regional Rankings in 2026 Best...
Grimes Teich Anderson LLP has been included in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers in America® 'Best Law Firms' for Asheville. The firm received Regional Tier 1 for Workers’ Compensation Law – Claimants and Regional Tier 2 for Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs. The rankings are based on client and peer reviews. To...
WNC nonprofits, businesses step up to fill the SNAP gap
With the federal government shutdown continuing, the status of the nation’s SNAP benefits remains uncertain. In response, Western North Carolina counties and municipalities, nonprofits and businesses are rallying to find creative ways to meet the needs of food-insecure residents. A program of the U.S. government,...

















