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Snow in WNC: School closing, mountain snowfall expected

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Snow showers were showing up on radar across the mountains early Friday, with some of the highest peaks along the Tennessee border potentially picking up several inches before the weekend is over. And while most of the accumulation is expected to stay in the higher...

Asheville, NC · 4h
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North Carolina Snow Alert Tonight: Up to 6 Inches Possible

First snowfall targets the Smokies as higher elevations face accumulating snow through Saturday.

North Carolina · 1d

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This North Carolina Country Market Sells Amish Goods In Bulk Like A Costco Without The Membership Card

Somewhere along a winding mountain road in Haywood County, there is a small country store that people plan whole weekends around. Shoppers leave with canning tomatoes by the box, dried beans by the bag, and a bakery haul they swear they will share. No card is checked at the door,...

Haywood County, NC · 2d
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Asheville HAZMAT team identifies white powder that sickened 22 workers at recycling plant

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A white powder that sickened 22 people at a North Carolina recycling plant has been identified as urea, a chemical used in fertilizers and products that clean diesel fuel systems. Asheville Fire Department's hazardous materials (HAZMAT) team responded to Prime Recycling in Lenoir to help...

Asheville, NC · 2d
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Smoky Mountain News

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New Clyde VFW post aims to change the culture

When those who deploy to foreign countries wearing a uniform of the United States military return home, it can be hard to feel a sense of purpose in the civilian world. For decades, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) and American Legion have filled that void. But as times have changed, many younger veterans seek something different than what seems to many as a good ol’ boys club where older men get together to share drinks and stories of their time in service.

Haywood County, NC · 1d

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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 · 6d

Smoky Mountain News

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Jackson Democrats flip county commission

When Jackson County Democrats reached out to Marcia Almond encouraging her to run for county commission chair, she considered what motivates her and what could motivate voters. The national climate weighed on her mind — the high cost of living, the war in Iran, and the excesses of the Trump...

Jackson County, NC · 1d

Smoky Mountain News

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Haywood Waterways hosts ‘Plantsgiving’ in Waynesville

Haywood Waterways is looking for volunteers interested in a planting opportunity at Vance Street Park in Waynesville. The planting will take place from 2-3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 14. Immediately following the event, participants can head to Frog Level Brewing for post planting food and drinks to commemorate the inaugural Plantsgiving event.

Waynesville, NC · 1d

Smoky Mountain News

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Qualla debt conversion agreement approved, board members reinstated

The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Tribal Council passed two notable resolutions on Nov. 5 regarding its relationship with Qualla Enterprises LLC, the tribe’s cannabis venture. Resolution 293 conditionally reinstated three of four Qualla Enterprises, LLC board members — Albert Rose, Morgan Owle-Crisp, and Tagan Crowe — for 60 days, after which their performance will be evaluated for signs of “measurable improvement.” The final member, Jacob Reed, submitted his resignation on Sept. 6. The resolution also states that failure to demonstrate such improvement “shall be grounds for permanent removal from the board.” Councilmember Shannon Swimmer (Painttown) added a payment freeze during temporary reinstatement to the document.

Cherokee, NC · 2d

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Fish losses delay fall trout stocking

The loss of about 70% of the trout at Armstrong State Fish Hatchery has pushed back the start of North Carolina’s Delayed Harvest trout stocking season by a month. Stocking began Nov. 2, with all designated streams expected to receive at least 35% of their originally planned allotments thanks to help from a private hatchery.

Asheville, NC · 2d

Asheville Citizen-Times

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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

North Carolina · 4h

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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...

Asheville, NC · 2d

Asheville Citizen-Times

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Predicting Reynolds vs Asheville top NCHSAA football playoff second-round games

The NCHSAA football playoffs are in full swing. The second round begins on Nov. 13. Staff writer Zachary Huber (76-20) of the Times-News predicts the top eight games for this week in Western North Carolina. Game of the Week Reynolds (4-7) at No. 2 Asheville High (9-1) When : 7 p.m., Nov. 13 Quarterback Tay Williams threw for 227 yards and five touchdowns while completing 11 of 13 passes in Asheville High's 40-17 win over Reynolds in Week 8. Wide receivers Jams Skyes and Kaydan Whiteside combined for seven catches, 200 receiving yards and four touchdowns in the victory. Reynolds has struggled to score this season. It's doubtful that the Rockets will be able to keep up with one of the most high-powered offenses in Western North Carolina. Huber's prediction: Asheville High 42, Reynolds 21 Watch on NFHS: Reynolds at Asheville High Stream North Carolina HS football games live on NFHS Network LATEST FOOTBALL RANKINGS: Entering second round of NCHSAA football playoffs, who joined WNC Super 10 Rankings? West Henderson (6-5) vs. No. 1 Franklin (10-0) When: 7:30 p.m., Nov. 13 Quarterback Anderson Terrell completed 14 of 17 passes for 214 yards and three touchdowns and ran for 53 yards

Asheville, NC · 2d

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Things to do in Asheville and WNC: Nov. 13-15

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — As Western North Carolina moves into the middle of November, local traditions and community gatherings are beginning to take on a holiday feel. This weekend, Asheville’s River Arts District will welcome visitors for RADfest, bringing attention to the artists and businesses that continue to rebuild...

Asheville, NC · 1d

Smoky Mountain News

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Brotherhood and backwoods tradition: Balsam Range celebrates 20 years

Since I started as the arts and entertainment editor here at The Smoky Mountain News some 14 years ago, I’ve been able to dive deep into the legend and lore of bluegrass sensation Balsam Range, our “local boys done good,” as they say. The quintet was my first assignment for this newspaper — I covered the “Papertown” album release party at the Colonial Theatre in Canton on Aug. 10, 2012 — they were also the first actual friends I made in Haywood County and greater Western North Carolina.

Haywood County, NC · 1d

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This Cozy North Carolina Ukrainian Café Serves Homemade Varenyky, Borscht, And Cabbage Rolls Straight From Grandma’s Recipes

The woman baking your bread learned from her mother, who was the village baker in Ukraine’s Carpathian Mountains. Her cooking came from her grandmother. I love that kind of family recipe trail. Now those recipes live in a small café in the North Carolina mountains. Varenyky, borscht, and cabbage...

Asheville, NC · 14h

Smoky Mountain News

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Jackson selects new school architect

Jackson County Commissioners selected Knoxville-based Cope Architecture to replace Pinnacle Architecture to lead the Smoky Mountain Middle School construction and Blue Ridge School renovation projects at their regularly scheduled Nov. 3 election-night meeting. Soon, Republicans Mark Letson, Todd Bryson, and John Smith will end their tenure on the board, as...

Jackson County, NC · 2d

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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...

Asheville, NC · 2d

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Catamounts Drain NCAA DI Record 3-pointers in Home-Opening Win

Cullowhee, N.C. – Eight Catamounts scored in double figures, and Western Carolina drained an NCAA single-game record 29 3-pointers on Wednesday night, cruising to a 136-68 victory over Virginia University of Lynchburg in the 2026-27 home opener on Ingles Court at the Ramsey Center. Junior Travelle Bryson led WCU...

Cullowhee, NC · 1d

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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?

Asheville, NC · 2d