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Elevated bacteria levels found in French Broad River; public urged to avoid water for now
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Environmental non-profit Mountain True urges people to avoid swimming in the French Broad River at this time. People are advised to hold off from getting in the water for 24 to 48 hours, or until the water is less muddy. Samples show high bacteria levels...
Pet Pals: Lizzie and Oscar
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Meet Lizzie and Oscar, a bonded pair of sister cats who are quite the extroverts!. They get along well with kids, dogs and other cats. Those interested in adopting Lizzie and Oscar can go to this website or visit PetSmart in Arden from 12 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 27 to submit an application.
From excess to access, Food Connection reduces food waste and feeds folks
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Food insecurity and food waste are challenges for people and communities everywhere. But locally, one organization is committed to doing something about it. Food Connection takes surplus chief-prepared food, repackages it into meals, and redistributes it into local communities, reducing food waste and hunger. "The...
Highway Patrol: Driver dies following high-speed crash at I-26 airport exit
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A driver died on July 26 following a high-speed crash that occurred on Exit 40, the Asheville Regional Airport exit, on Interstate 26 West, according to the North Carolina StateHighway Patrol. The call came in at approximately 9:28 a.m., the Highway Patrol told News 13.
Fourth TSA checkpoint line opens at Asheville Regional Airport to shorten wait times
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Asheville Regional Airport has reported that it is screening a record number of passengers during the busy summer travel season. To help with the influx of passengers and longer wait times, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) added a fourth line to its security checkpoint. According to a news release, the new line is using computed tomography (CT), a state-of-the-art scanner that allows passengers to keep their laptops, tablets and liquids inside their bag.
1 man dead from early morning shooting at Hillcrest Apartments July 26: APD investigating
ASHEVILLE - Asheville Police Department detectives are investigating an early morning shooting July 26 at Hillcrest Apartments that left one man dead. APD officers responded to a report of a gunshot wound at the Hillcrest apartment complex on Atkinson Street around 2:24 a.m. July 26, according to a news release from the department. ...
Buncombe, Asheville homeowners may qualify for grant funds
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Eligible Buncombe County homeowners have an opportunity to receive financial assistance for housing-related costs. Now in its fourth year, the inquiry process for the 2024 Homeowner Grant Program has opened up to the public, a release from Buncombe County government says. The website buncombecounty.org/homeownergrant will be accepting inquiries through Sept. 30 or homeowners can call (828) 250-5500. You must call or submit an inquiry to determine eligibility. Phone support is available in any language.
BID backlash: Vandalism highlights lingering opposition
Last month two local business owners felt the sting of the backlash against a plan to add a downtown tax. Larry Crosby was running late on the morning of June 6. In the sun’s glare, he didn’t see the words and the symbol spray-painted on his car, so he jumped in and drove off.
Community to rally support for local VFW with car and bike show
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) post is in dire need of financial support. Car enthusiasts plan to rally this weekend in solidarity. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 27 at the Advance Auto Parts located at 801 Fairview Road in Asheville, motorists and spectators will gather to raise funds for the struggling VFW Post 9157 in Black Mountain.
Answer Man: ABCCM has a new $8 million building? How do you handle an intersection when the traffic signal is out?
Today’s round of questions, my smart-aleck replies, and the real answers:. Question: I heard that ABCCM bought a building on Brevard Road, the old cassette productions building, for about $8 million! What the heck do they need that building for? And where did they get $8 million? It also seems like it’s mighty close to Henderson County. Are they going to be ABHHCCM?
Baby animals help break WNC Nature Center visitor record; beloved otter recently died
ASHEVILLE - With baby animals, Red Pandas and playful river otters, the Western North Carolina Nature Center not only brought a record number of visitors in 2023, but also a hefty $23 million economic boost to the area. Amid forthcoming additions and recent renovations, the Nature Center broke previous visitation records in 2023...
Asheville's Homelessness board will likely dissolve as work of new CoC begins
ASHEVILLE - The Homeless Initiative Advisory Committee, which for 16 years has worked to address homelessness in Asheville, voted July 25 to recommend dissolution of its board in an effort to consolidate work with the newly restructured Continuum of Care. The decision, though expected, seemed somewhat emotional for some members. There was a brief bout of applause after the vote, a few muttered "wow's," and expressions of gratitude for work that has stretched more than a...
WNC Food Scene: Mamma Mia! Café, 'Thunder Road'-based diner, Justus Orchard opens taproom
In this week's WNC Food Scene, a Mamma Mia-themed café opened in downtown Asheville, and there's a new restaurant open on Smokey Park Highway based on the movie "Thunder Road." Justus Orchard in Henderson County is also opening a taproom. Mamma Mia! Café Opens Downtown. “Mamma Mia, here...
Summer Gets Sweeter as Enrollment Officially Opens for 32nd Annual National Gingerbread House Competition at the Omni Grove Park Inn
The Omni Grove Park Inn is excited to announce that enrollment is officially open for The 32nd Annual National Gingerbread House Competition, which takes place this November. Now through November 11, participants are invited to register for an opportunity to spread holiday cheer and showcase their gingerbread design talent for a chance to win a piece of over $40,000 in cash and prizes. The official rules and entry form can now be found on the hotel’s website here.
Board of Governors approves elimination of several majors at UNC Asheville
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Several majors at UNC Asheville are one step closer to elimination after the University of North Carolina Board of Governors voted Wednesday, July 24, to authorize the cuts. According to the Associated Press, the board's vote means Chancellor Kimberly van Noort can move forward with...
UNC Asheville ranked a top-ten national “Best Buy” college by Fiske
Confirming its well-established commitment to access and opportunity combined with academic excellence, UNC Asheville has once again been named a “Best Buy” college by the Fiske Guide, one of only ten public universities in the nation to earn this distinction. Schools achieving this recognition, according to the Fiske...
Western North Carolina shifts to eCourts to expand access; local attorney reacts
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Eleven Western North Carolina counties made the transition to eCourts this week, with the purpose of shifting to digital court records being to expand access to justice. There are different elements of eCourts, including eFiling, which allows attorneys to file court documents online to the...
Swanson’s Start Sends Tourists Back into the Win Column
The Asheville Tourists snapped their six-game losing skid with an impressive 5-1 win over the Greensboro Grasshoppers. Nic Swanson matched a season-high with six innings pitched while Anthony Sherwin and Cam Fisher each belted a home run for the Tourists. Sherwin’s longball in the top of the third opened the...
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