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Code Purple in effect for Buncombe County and Asheville for Nov. 13-14

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828NewsNow) — With temperatures expected to drop into the low 30s on the night of Nov. 13 and then below freezing on the night of Nov. 14, the Asheville-Buncombe Continuum of Care, in partnership with Buncombe County Gorvernment and the City of Asheville, has declared both days as Code Purple days.

Asheville, NC · 10h

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This Colorful North Carolina Mural Is Where Fans Leave Flowers To Honor Dolly Parton

Some people pick a salon by checking prices or reading a menu of services. Others pick one because Dolly Parton is smiling at them from a wall. In West Asheville, one bright building does double duty as a busy hair salon and a cheerful roadside tribute to the queen of country music. Fans stop for photos, some leave flowers, and plenty walk inside for a fresh cut.

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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.

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First Accumulating Snow of the Season Brings 3 to 6 Inches to North Carolina Mountains Including Boone, Banner Elk, and Mount Mitchell

NORTH CAROLINA — The first accumulating snowfall of the season is underway for the highest elevations of the North Carolina mountains. Areas above 4,200 feet along the North Carolina and Tennessee border could see 3 to 6 inches or more, with bursts of snow on and off through Saturday morning. A strong cold front moving through the state is setting the stage for the coldest air of the season so far.

North Carolina · 18h

Asheville Citizen-Times

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

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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 · 3d

WLOS.com

Microsoft outage disrupts Outlook, prompts Buncombe County backup procedures

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — The global Microsoft outage continues affecting important programs companies use for things like email and file collaboration. Matthew Horton with WNC Business I.T. Solutions says he didn’t think much of it at first when one of his clients reached out Thursday afternoon about their email not working.

Buncombe County, NC · 20h

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From hobby to business: Robbinsville artist chases his dream

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — What started as a way for Andrew Chase Burchfield to relax and work through difficult emotions has grown into a small business built around something he loves: rocks. Burchfield, who lives in Robbinsville, makes necklaces, bracelets and earrings from gemstones and crystals, polishing stones and...

Robbinsville, NC · 2d

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Firehouse Subs serves up more than great sandwiches in Asheville

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — In Western North Carolina, community means looking out for neighbors and supporting those who serve. For Firehouse Subs, that spirit of service is part of the brand’s identity. Known for its hearty sandwiches and firehouse-inspired roots, Firehouse Subs has built a reputation around satisfying meals and a broader commitment to helping communities.

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Gingerbread competition judge is a familiar face for Food Network fans

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Rabiha Sami has been a competitor on Food Network’s Christmas Cookie Challenge and Holiday Wars and also on Magnolia Network’s Gingerbread Land, and when she was asked to be a judge for the 2026 National Gingerbread Competition, she jumped at the chance. She...

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Students question game attendance, parking lottery fairness

An email sent to the student body on Oct. 7 by Assistant Athletic Director Kassi Butcher offered students a chance to win a parking spot for the remainder of the school year. “What if you could choose any parking spot in a student parking lot on campus and make it yours for the rest of the school year?” Butcher wrote.

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UNC Asheville alumnus expresses concerns for Buncombe County after running for North Carolina Senate

UNC Asheville alumnus CJ Domingo ran for the North Carolina Senate in the 2026 midterm elections, campaigning on economic freedom, climate change and the effects of artificial intelligence on Buncombe County. Domingo, a 2014 UNCA graduate who majored in microbiology, decided to run after feeling unheard by local government officials....

Buncombe County, NC · 18h

WLOS.com

Asheville approves lease with RiverLink to turn vacant lot into nature preserve

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Asheville leaders have authorized a 15-year lease agreement with RiverLink to turn a vacant lot in the River Arts District into a nature-led preserve. City council members unanimously approved the measure at Tuesday’s meeting, allowing the city manager to execute the lease agreement for the...

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4 custom home building tips from WNC Parade of Homes winners

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Building a custom home in Asheville or Western North Carolina starts long before crews pour the foundation. The homesite you choose, the builder you hire and the decisions you make during planning can shape everything from construction costs to how well the finished home fits your lifestyle.

Asheville, NC · 9h

rewindasheville.com

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...

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Cold Front Drops Asheville Feels-Like Temperatures to 39 Degrees While Charlotte Holds 66 as Coldest Air Since Last Winter Arrives by Friday

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — A strong cold front is set to bring a sharp temperature drop to the Southern Appalachians, starting in the mountains Thursday afternoon. Wind will make it feel like the upper 30s in the high country while areas outside the mountains stay near 60 degrees. The cold air spreads across the wider region Thursday night, and everyone will feel it by Friday.

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Best Craft Beer Road Trips: Asheville, NC

Asheville, North Carolina, has earned its place on the craft beer map. With pioneering breweries, walkable taproom neighborhoods and the Blue Ridge Mountains as a backdrop, it’s an easy city to build a beer trip around. And with local businesses continuing their recovery from Hurricane Helene, there’s good reason...

Asheville, NC · 12h

Tryon Daily Bulletin

The Meeting Place to host Thanksgiving dinner for Polk County seniors

COLUMBUS—The Meeting Place, Polk County’s senior center, will host its annual Thanksgiving Dinner at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 25, at 75 Carmel Lane. The dinner will bring community members together […]

Polk County, NC · 1d

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New Medicaid requirements set for 2027 raise concerns amid rising insurance costs

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — New Medicaid requirements are approaching, raising concerns about how changes to healthcare coverage could affect patients across western North Carolina. For many families, the cost of health insurance is already becoming difficult to manage. "We've seen folks who went from paying $150 last year, their...

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River Arts District streets set to have lower speed limits

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828NewsNow) — Visitors to Asheville’s River Arts District will notice new signs soon — for lower speed limits on three streets. According to the City of Asheville, these new speed limits were recently approved and were based on traffic engineering reviews. The city said it’s...