Staying Safe Around Bears
While seeing a bear is an exciting moment, it is important to remember that bears are wild and can be dangerous. Their behavior is sometimes unpredictable.
Asheville Local News
Local news for Asheville, North Carolina and the surrounding Western North Carolina communities. Includes coverage on the Biltmore, Asheville Tourists, local beer, and local food.
Give More, Tax-Free: Eligible IRA Owners Can Donate Up to $105,000 to Charity in 2024
The Internal Revenue Service reminds individual retirement arrangement (IRA) owners age 70½ and older that they can make up to $105,000 in tax-free charitable donations during 2024 through qualified charitable distributions.
Asheville Potable Water is Back, City Boil Water Notice Lifted
After 54 days without potable water, City of Asheville water customers once again can consume water directly from their taps.
Holiday Jamboree Comes to Pack Square Park Nov. 23rd
This year, Asheville’s Annual Holiday Parade will take on a fresh twist as it transforms into a vibrant Holiday Jamboree at Pack Square Park, presented by Bojangles!
Unincorporated Buncombe Residents Encouraged to Sign Up Now for Trash and Recycling Pick Up With New Solid Waste Provider
Buncombe County is set to transition to FCC Environmental Services for residential garbage and recycling services in unincorporated areas of Buncombe County, replacing the current solid waste provider, Waste Pro.
State Fire Marshal Urges North Carolina Residents to Exercise Caution With Turkey Fryers This Holiday Season
As the holiday season approaches, State Fire Marshal Brian Taylor reminds all North Carolina residents of the dangers associated with turkey fryers and urges families to prioritize safety during their Thanksgiving Day celebrations.
Dos and Don’ts: Thanksgiving Turkey Tips
This week millions of Americans will gather family and friends around the dinner table to give thanks. But for those preparing the meal, it can be a stressful time.
Fresh at Farmers Markets Week of November 18th
Have these weird times without clean running water gotten your tummy upset? Or, do the upcoming stressors of the holidays have your stomach in a bunch?
Asheville Could Have Drinkable Water By Middle of the Week, City Says
Asheville residents could have drinkable water by next week, nearly two months after the city’s primary water system was catastrophically damaged by Tropical Storm Helene.
ChargeScape Welcomes Nissan to its Alliance of Automakers Helping Drivers Save Money on EV Charging
Nissan has entered into an agreement to invest in ChargeScape, a joint venture equally owned by BMW, Ford, and Honda focused on electric vehicle-grid integration.
North Carolina’s First SUN Bucks Summer Serves More Than One Million Children
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has announced more than $129 million in food assistance has been distributed to more than one million children and families during the first SUN Bucks summer in North Carolina.
Volunteers Needed Across the Country to Provide Free Tax Services
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs are currently recruiting volunteers for the upcoming filing season.
Asheville Watchdog: Lead Detected in Seven Schools After Asheville Water Didn’t Undergo Mitigation Process for Several Weeks
Lead has been detected in seven area schools after Asheville Water Resources suspended a standard treatment for lead mitigation for nearly three weeks because the city’s main reservoir’s sedimentation was so high.
