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Pool season is here! Seven public pools in Buncombe County, Asheville open May 25
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — It's that time of year! As of Saturday, May 25, two public pools will be open for the summer season in Asheville. Grant Center Pool and Recreation Park Pool will open, though only on the weekends until June 10. After that date, they will...
Wild turkeys put on strut shows to impress hens — and us
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) – Thanksgiving is six months away, but right now it’s showtime for some of Western North Carolina’s wild turkeys. It’s strutting season for males trying to impress females and scare off romantic rivals. That could explain the spectacle Saturday morning, May 26, 2024,...
Steve Dozier, long-time chair, steps away from Henderson County planning board
Steve Dozier was appointed to the Henderson County Planning Board in December of 2008. Now, he’s stepping down as chair and away from the planning board all together. Dozier said he has always felt the need to be “heavily involved” in his community and, along with various other boards, he felt being on the planning board was a good way to do that.
WEATHER UPDATE: More isolated thunderstorms possible
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) – After early morning rain, thunder and lightning, the Asheville area still faces a chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms on Monday, May 27, 2024, the National Weather Service said. A cold front moved into Western North Carolina overnight, bringing lightning, thunder and rain in early...
Asheville's streets shine with local art for 3rd Memorial Day Weekend Festival of the Arts
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The streets of downtown Asheville looked a little different Saturday, May 25, thanks to the artistic talents of the community, as the Memorial Day Weekend Festival of the Artsreturned. Many local artists showed their skills in the creation of jewels, paintings, glasswork, sculptures and everything...
Asheville's 4th GRINDFest aims to close wealth gap, honors Black Wall Street legacy
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Through the annual GRINDFest, the African-American community in Asheville has been dedicated to closing the "Black and brown wealth gap." Friday, May 24, kicked off the festival's fourth year, and organizers say they aim to narrow the gap by tackling systemic barriers, continuing to find ways to empower those economically and advocate for financial inclusive policies that foster propensity for all.
Black Mountain Town Council considers $22 million budget for 2024-25
A proposed 2024-25 fiscal year budget of $22 million, presented May 22 to the Black Mountain Town Council, will be the subject of a public hearing set for 5:30 p.m., Thursday, June 6. The document, which represents a 14% increase over the current adopted budget and a 6% rise over...
APD Charge Man in House Fire
Asheville -- My 25, 2024: Detectives from the Asheville Police Department have charged. a man in relation to a home fire. On May 20, the Asheville Fire Department was called to a house on Spear Avenue in order to put out a fire. After suffering smoke inhalation, three residents of the house were sent to Mission Hospital for medical attention.
Asheville tries again to make pick for stalled ‘Boosting the Block’ work
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — By adding more opportunities for local contractors to get involved, Asheville officials hope to move past a concern that has stalled a project honoring a historically Black business community near Pack Square Park. On Tuesday night, the Asheville City Council will revisit the selection of...
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