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Strangeville: The woman Asheville buried without a name

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — She told Asheville police her name was Virginia Sneed. And when officers asked for her real name, the young woman refused. “I will stay in jail the rest of my life before I will cause any embarrassment to my family,” she told a police desk sergeant, according to a July 13, 1940, account in the Asheville Citizen-Times.

Asheville, NC · 2d
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All Winter Long, Buncombe County Locals Warm Up At These 6 Comfort Food Diners

When the mountain air turns cold in Buncombe County, a plate of hot food and a bottomless cup of coffee start to look like the best plan of the day. From downtown Asheville to Weaverville and Arden, the county has a strong lineup of diners that keep things simple, filling, and friendly.

Buncombe County, NC · 1d
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Community invited to World War II veteran’s 100th birthday celebration

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (828NewsNow.com) — A World War II veteran who lives in Hendersonville is turning 100 years old this weekend. Simon Gurdal is turning 100 on Nov. 8, and a birthday celebration is scheduled to honor him. Blue Ridge Honor Flight made the announcement about Gurdal’s birthday, asking the community to join in the celebration.

Hendersonville, NC · 2d
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Homestead Star Bailey Chase Packed Up His LA Life and Found a North Carolina Home He Says Actually Feels Safe

Bailey Chase Left Hollywood After 21 Years and Says His North Carolina Home Gives His Family Something LA Never Could […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.

Los Angeles, CA · 19h

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2 ARRESTED AFTER DOG CATS FOUND IN POOR CONDITION IN DANA SHERIFF'S OFFICE SAYS

A man and a woman are facing charges after a dog and several cats were found in poor condition in the Dana community, the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office said. The sheriff’s office said Henderson County Animal Enforcement deputies investigated the case and found the animals on Nov. 1. HCSO adds that the dog was transported for emergency veterinary care.

Dana, NC · 3d

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Opinion: Oblivious drivers include those running into cops

At some point in our lives, we’re all terrible drivers. A moment of inattention, a touch of road rage, a rush to get to an appointment that makes us drive like jerks. But generally speaking, we behave ourselves around cop cars. Unless we just don’t see them, of course.

Asheville, NC · 1d

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Miss Asheville Pageant crowns new titleholders at 2026 event

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Miss Asheville Pageant returned Saturday, Nov. 7, crowning the newest titleholders. The event serves as a local preliminary competition for the Miss America Organization. This year's competition included the crowning of both Miss Asheville and Miss Asheville's Outstanding Teen. Miss Asheville's Facebook page listed...

Asheville, NC · 23h

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Brevard freshman Alex Araneda boots record 63-yard field goal in win over Methodist

Brevard College freshman Alex Araneda made NCAA Division III football history Saturday, connecting on a record-breaking 63-yard field goal in the Tornados’ 48-3 victory over Methodist. Araneda, a 6-foot-2, 180-pound kicker from Montclair, Calif., drilled the historic kick with 8:21 remaining in the first quarter at Ives-Lemel Family Field...

Brevard, NC · 1d

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22-Year-Old Southern Culinary Staple Shuts Down Next Week

The chef-owners are retiring, and anyone holding a reservation after next week is out of luck.

Asheville, NC · 1d

Daily Mail

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Mystery over new owner of most important map in US history as it's sold to anonymous bidder for $1m

The Library of Congress has previously tried to obtain the map, but was outbid.

Asheville, NC · 1d

WLOS.com

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First-ever Veterans Day 5K event draws around 200-plus runners

MILLS RIVER, N.C. (WLOS) — Veterans Day is on Wednesday, Nov. 11, and events are already taking place in western North Carolina. On Sunday, Nov. 8, the Veterans Healing Farm in Mills River hosted its inaugural 5K. Every dollar raised will support the farm's free programs for veterans and...

Mills River, NC · 19h

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Explore A Former NASA Tracking Station Hidden Deep In The North Carolina Mountains

There’s a place in the North Carolina mountains where the government once tracked satellites in secret, and now you can just walk in and look around like it’s totally normal. The Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute near Rosman is one of those destinations that makes you genuinely question why...

Transylvania County, NC · 1d

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Flat Rock Elementary honors veterans

Flat Rock Elementary students and staff recently gathered to honor, remember, and express gratitude to the men and women who have served the nation in the armed forces. The program started with a flag parade led by students in pre-kindergarten and kindergarten. The guest speaker was Surry County Schools Board of Education member Dale Badgett, Command Chief Master Sergeant of the United States Air Force (Ret.), who “delivered an inspiring message,” school officials said. Fourth- and fifth- grade students performed several songs and included a poetry reading. “Our veterans were recognized for their service and provided a meal to share with their families,” officials there said. “Thank you veterans.”

Surry County, NC · 1d

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Veterans Day ceremonies, closures planned for Western North Carolina

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — There will be several of Veterans Day ceremonies and events for Wednesday, Nov. 11, in Western North Carolina. According to the United States Department of Veteran Affairs, Veterans Day’s roots go back to Nov. 11, 1918, when the armistice ending major hostilities of World War I went into effect at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. It symbolized the end of “the war to end all wars.”

Asheville, NC · 8h

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Asheville’s River Arts District is back: 7 places to visit two years after Hurricane Helene

Asheville, North Carolina – The sounds are familiar again in parts of Asheville’s River Arts District. A café door opens. A glass artist prepares a demonstration. People carry paintings between studios, and the smell of coffee drifts past an old industrial building. On an ordinary afternoon, the...

Asheville, NC · 1d

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828 Scoreboard: Week 12 of high school football

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The regular season is in the books, and Western North Carolina high school football teams turned their attention to the playoffs Friday night, Nov. 6. After 11 weeks of football, the stakes were higher as area teams began their postseason runs, hoping to keep their seasons alive and move one step closer to a state championship.

Asheville, NC · 2d

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Empty shoes to honor lives lost on Asheville-area roads

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Empty pairs of shoes will serve as a reminder of lives lost on North Carolina roads when law enforcement officers, safety advocates and community members gather in Asheville on Sunday, Nov. 15. The remembrance comes as traffic deaths have declined in Buncombe County and across...

Buncombe County, NC · 8h

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Jackie Stepp sworn in as Asheville's police chief, sets priorities for department

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Jackie Stepp was sworn in as Asheville’s permanent police chief at City Hall Friday morning, taking the department’s top job after more than 21 years with the Asheville Police Department and nearly a year as interim chief. Stepp began her career with APD...

Asheville, NC · 3d

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Hendersonville Green Drinks to Examine Data Center Development November 12th

Hendersonville Green Drinks will focus on data center development during a November 12th program at The Local Table. The gathering, titled “Data Centers – Risks and Best Practices,” will take place at 1307 7th Avenue East in Hendersonville. Megan Kimball will examine the environmental impacts of data...

Hendersonville, NC · 17h