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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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WNBA players to join Asheville Thanksgiving meal and turkey giveaway
A Thanksgiving meal, turkey giveaway and live music will bring the Asheville community together at the fourth annual Racing to Feed America event from noon-6 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Arthur R. Edington Education & Career Center. Founded by Asheville native and former WNBA player Rhonda Mapp, the event...
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Clyde awaits deeds to pursue grants and decide future uses for 36 floodplain parcels
CLYDE, N.C. (WLOS) — In September, Haywood County Commissioners voted to give land previously bought with federal money following storms like Ivan and Frances in 2004 and Fred in 2021 to the Town of Clyde. However, two months later, the deeds are still pending. "The town reached out to...
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This 10-Acre North Carolina Sanctuary Lets You Meet Rescued Farm Animals Living Their Best Life
Somewhere just outside downtown Asheville, a goat is waiting to follow you around like a tiny, bearded tour guide. Nobody will charge you a dime to meet him, either. The pigs here may play it cool, and the geese may try to boss you around, but every animal on this property was rescued and now gets to live a calm, cared-for life. It is the kind of North Carolina outing that fits neatly into a free afternoon, works for kids and grandparents alike, and leaves you feeling like you did something good just by showing up.
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Veterans Restoration Quarters serves as a lesson in resilience
When Hurricane Helene destroyed the Veterans Restoration Quarters building in Asheville, it upended an already vulnerable community of former service members. But in the days and weeks after the storm, the displaced veterans shined as beacons of resilience — even as they lost everything. “They were more concerned about...
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Wildlife wonders: WNC Nature Center
Each time Kate Frost wanders into the WNC Nature Center in Asheville, she can’t help but be overjoyed by the animals she sees and the unforgettable experiences she takes with her. “Every time I get a chance to go to a wildlife park,” Frost said, “it’s [for] the children...