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Aurora borealis was dazzling. Will northern lights be visible in Asheville, NC again soon?
As photos spread of the stunning aurora borealis display that made a surprise appearance in Western North Carolina the weekend of May 10-11, many residents of the area are wondering whether they might have another chance to see the cosmic phenomenon. Originally, the Citizen Times reported that the auroras were...
DA removes himself from assault on a female case with Henderson Republican officials
Henderson County District Attorney Andrew Murray has removed himself as prosecutor in an assault case involving county Republican Party officials, saying he has a conflict of interest because of his relationships with the people involved. Murray, a Republican, told the Citizen Times March 13 that he is acquainted with GOP...
AdventHealth kicks off listening sessions after receiving approval for new Weaverville hospital
Beginning this week, members of the public can share their thoughts about AdventHealth’s plan to add more beds to a hospital it is building in Weaverville. The nonprofit healthcare provider is holding a series of listening sessions as it seeks permission to expand its coverage in Western North Carolina.
Asheville firefighters, advocates say proposed 4.11% pay increase isn't enough
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — City leaders and community members gathered at Asheville City Hall Tuesday evening to discuss the latest budget proposal for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. City officials say they're proposing a 4.11% pay raise for all city employees, including firefighters. Welcker Taylor, the president of the Firefighters...
Budget reality makes property tax hike likely next year, mayor warns
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Asheville plans to dip into savings to balance its budget and avoid tax increases this year, but a property tax hike is almost certain for fiscal year 2025-26, Mayor Esther Manheimer cautioned on Tuesday night. “We will have to raise property taxes next year,” Manheimer...
Removal of remainder of Civil War governor’s monument in North Carolina starting
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — Work to remove what’s left of a downtown Asheville monument that honored a Civil War-era governor is starting after the North Carolina Supreme Court declined recently to revive a challenge from a historic preservation group. The city said in a Monday news release that the process to remove the remaining portion of the […]
Union nurses negotiate staffing, pay after deaths led to federal sanctions at Mission/HCA
ASHEVILLE - After their history-making 2020 unionization, nurses are now engaged in key negotiations for a second contract with Mission Health, calling for more staffing, more focus on patient care and higher pay. The negotiations come as Mission, owned by the for-profit HCA of Tennessee, looks to avoid federal sanctions...
Asheville, Buncombe reparations commission Chair Dwight Mullen steps down from role
ASHEVILLE - Dwight Mullen stepped down May 13 from his role as chair of the city and county's historic reparations commission. The commission was seated two years ago to make progress toward repairing the damage caused by public and private systemic racism. Mullen was elected to serve as the first chair of the board in April 2022.
APD still digging out from ‘staffing crisis,’ down 63 positions
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — When the calendar turned to 2020, it brought turmoil from which the Asheville Police Department is still rebounding. There was COVID-19, the killing of George Floyd by police in Minneapolis, the Black Lives Matter movement and nationwide unrest. Police departments across the country were under...
Construction makes it tricky navigating Asheville’s airport
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Construction at Asheville Regional Airport is causing some changes, and travelers should plan accordingly. Because of work on a new passenger terminal, the rental car check-in counters are temporarily moving to mobile buildings outside baggage claim. Just follow the signs through the covered construction walkway to the counters.
Tick-borne diseases on the rise: Here's what to know about tick season in Asheville, NC
While ticks are found year-round in North Carolina, they begin to be more of a risk in late spring. The CDC says that nearly 500,000 people are treated for tick-borne illnesses yearly in the US. With the potential for some seriously unpleasant — and potentially fatal — symptoms, you don't want to be one of those people.
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