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Firehouse Subs serves up more than great sandwiches in Asheville

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — In Western North Carolina, community means looking out for neighbors and supporting those who serve. For Firehouse Subs, that spirit of service is part of the brand’s identity. Known for its hearty sandwiches and firehouse-inspired roots, Firehouse Subs has built a reputation around satisfying meals and a broader commitment to helping communities.

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River Arts District streets set to have lower speed limits

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828NewsNow) — Visitors to Asheville’s River Arts District will notice new signs soon — for lower speed limits on three streets. According to the City of Asheville, these new speed limits were recently approved and were based on traffic engineering reviews. The city said it’s...

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Asheville approves RiverLink plan for former ice house site

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A piece of Asheville’s industrial past could soon have a new purpose, this time as a place for people to enjoy nature along the French Broad River. Asheville City Council voted Tuesday, Nov. 10, to authorize a 15-year lease with RiverLink for the former...

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Locally owned dental practices focus on patients, making western North Carolina smile big

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — As the end of the year approaches, four locally owned dental practices in western North Carolina are encouraging residents to prioritize their oral health and review their remaining dental insurance benefits before they reset. Arden Family Dental, Fletcher Family Dental, Mills River Family Dental and Hendersonville...

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Convicted felon’s claims of innocence to Excel College students clash with court records

In Nicholas Dimitris’ telling, his journey from Asheville pastor and real estate developer to federal inmate 26895-058 resulted from threats by the FBI and government prosecutors. He portrays himself as an innocent victim. It’s a story Dimitris has told to successive classes at Excel College, a small Christian school...

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'Historic bloodbath' for Republicans forces change at NC legislature

The startling gains for Democrats in North Carolina’s 2026 midterms, according to Michael Bitzer , were largely driven by dissatisfaction over Republican President Donald Trump. But what happens to North Carolina’s government in 2028, he believes, will largely be up to state legislators themselves. Bitzer, director of the Center for North Carolina Politics and Public Service at Catawba College, shared his analysis of the recent election during a Nov. 12 event hosted by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce at The Restoration Asheville. Like most midterms, he said, 2026 could be considered a referendum on the president and his party. Yet the results were nearly unprecedented, he continued, calling them a “historic bloodbath” for Republicans. The last time midterm voters moved toward Democrats so strongly was 1974, following the resignation of Republican President Richard Nixon after the Watergate scandal. Voters in each of North Carolina’s 100 counties, noted Bitzer, supported Democratic Senator-Elect Roy Cooper more strongly this year than they backed Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris in 2024. Cooper ended up winning his race against Republican Michael Whatley by nearly 20 percentage points. The vote shares across all Democratic candidates in both state House and Senate elections were more than

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From hobby to business: Robbinsville artist chases his dream

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — What started as a way for Andrew Chase Burchfield to relax and work through difficult emotions has grown into a small business built around something he loves: rocks. Burchfield, who lives in Robbinsville, makes necklaces, bracelets and earrings from gemstones and crystals, polishing stones and...

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Hendersonville to wipe longtime parking policy from books after NC ban

HENDERSONVILLE – The city is preparing to remove off-street parking requirements from its books to comply with a state law passed in July that bans local governments from setting parking minimums. This means that come Jan. 1, the city will no longer be able to make developers include any parking spaces in their plans, no matter the size or type of building, Community Development Director Lew Holloway told the Hendersonville Planning Board at its Nov. 12 meeting. This may not have much of a noticeable impact in many parts of the city, but in a city planner’s ideal dream scenario it could mean fewer parking lots downtown and more buildings in their place, Long-Range Planning Manager Matt Manley told the Times-News after the meeting. “Lots that are used for parking now could be developed. (We could) get more people living closer in to the core of the city, and … multi-story parking instead of oceans of asphalt,” he said. More: Hendersonville considers $2.3M economic incentive for new factory Many parking spots go unused Planning Board Chair Jim Robertson said that he’s noticed that a big portion of the parking at big box stores like Lowes or Home Depot are empty

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We Found 10 North Carolina Breakfast Spots That Make A Cold Morning Feel Special

One North Carolina diner on my list never locks its doors, not even at 3 AM. It serves scratch comfort food around the clock in a space styled like an old railroad car. Then I learned another spot hands out free coffee while you wait for a table. Free coffee for waiting?

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First Accumulating Snow of the Season Brings 3 to 6 Inches to North Carolina Mountains Including Boone, Banner Elk, and Mount Mitchell

NORTH CAROLINA — The first accumulating snowfall of the season is underway for the highest elevations of the North Carolina mountains. Areas above 4,200 feet along the North Carolina and Tennessee border could see 3 to 6 inches or more, with bursts of snow on and off through Saturday morning. A strong cold front moving through the state is setting the stage for the coldest air of the season so far.

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Microsoft outage disrupts Outlook, prompts Buncombe County backup procedures

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — The global Microsoft outage continues affecting important programs companies use for things like email and file collaboration. Matthew Horton with WNC Business I.T. Solutions says he didn’t think much of it at first when one of his clients reached out Thursday afternoon about their email not working.

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Mayor Manheimer, Council Member Smith bid farewell after election defeat

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer said goodbye during Asheville City Council's Nov. 10 meeting, closing out more than a decade of leadership in the city. “I know that all of you love this city as much as I do, and you're going to do great work...

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This Colorful North Carolina Mural Is Where Fans Leave Flowers To Honor Dolly Parton

Some people pick a salon by checking prices or reading a menu of services. Others pick one because Dolly Parton is smiling at them from a wall. In West Asheville, one bright building does double duty as a busy hair salon and a cheerful roadside tribute to the queen of country music. Fans stop for photos, some leave flowers, and plenty walk inside for a fresh cut.

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RADFest returns with free musical shuttles, pet adoptions and business boost

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — With colorful murals and artwork around every corner, Asheville’s River Arts District is already hard to miss. But, with hundreds of artists filling the streets this weekend, it’ll be even harder. The third annual RADFest, which organizers call the district’s biggest event of...

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Students question game attendance, parking lottery fairness

An email sent to the student body on Oct. 7 by Assistant Athletic Director Kassi Butcher offered students a chance to win a parking spot for the remainder of the school year. “What if you could choose any parking spot in a student parking lot on campus and make it yours for the rest of the school year?” Butcher wrote.

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4 custom home building tips from WNC Parade of Homes winners

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Building a custom home in Asheville or Western North Carolina starts long before crews pour the foundation. The homesite you choose, the builder you hire and the decisions you make during planning can shape everything from construction costs to how well the finished home fits your lifestyle.

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Pisgah Legal Offers Free Help Choosing 2027 Health Coverage

Asheville residents choosing health insurance for 2027 can get free help from Pisgah Legal Services, with appointments available in person or virtually. The organization helps people understand coverage options, compare plans and complete enrollment, including applications for Medicaid and the HealthCare.gov Marketplace. Open enrollment for 2027 plans runs from November...

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Asheville approves lease with RiverLink to turn vacant lot into nature preserve

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Asheville leaders have authorized a 15-year lease agreement with RiverLink to turn a vacant lot in the River Arts District into a nature-led preserve. City council members unanimously approved the measure at Tuesday’s meeting, allowing the city manager to execute the lease agreement for the...

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Madison County Veterans Park officially opens with ribbon-cutting on Veterans Day

MARSHALL, N.C. (WLOS) — County government officials held a ribbon-cutting and Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11 for the Madison County Veterans Park. The VFW Post 5483, American Legion Post 317 and elected officials across the county participated in Wednesday’s ceremony, which included bell tolling, “Taps,” wreath laying and a service medley.

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