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Asheville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Asheville News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Asheville and Western North Carolina. From local government and business developments to community events, public safety, culture, and everything happening across Buncombe County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes each weekday. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer to the Blue Ridge Mountains, or simply want to stay connected to one of America's most vibrant communities…
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Ken Hanke's Movie Madness Recap | Asheville News
Ken Hanke’s “Weekly Reeler” delivers sharp, snarky movie reviews and Oscar post-mortems with a wild mix of blockbuster takes and indie gems — plus Netflix deep…
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Plants Are Key to Cancer Prevention | Asheville News
Scientists agree: your diet rivals smoking as a major cancer risk—and the good news? You can prevent a lot of it by eating more plants and cutting back on…
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Final Show of Downtown After Five | Asheville News
Underhill Rose wrapped up the Downtown After Five series in style, blending soulful tunes with Asheville’s signature flair—think plaid, fedoras, and killer…
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Wayne Wambles Launches New Brewery | Asheville News
Wayne Wambles, ex-head brewer at Cigar City, is launching his own brewery — a bold move from a legend in the game. Meanwhile, a city-wide recovery effort kicks…
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Weekend of Art Music and Community | Asheville News
This weekend’s cultural calendar is bursting with creativity—from a documentary dissecting global power to punk rock for a good cause and opera brewed with…
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Minus the Bear Brings Experimental Energy | Asheville News
Minus the Bear’s wild, ever-evolving sound—part indie rock, part math rock, part dancefloor chaos—is back in town, ready to turn your Monday into a sonic…
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Buncombe County’s Big Moves | Asheville News
Buncombe County’s new prescription drug discount card is here to ease medication costs for all residents, while the WNC Alliance rallies to revive the…
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Voices Rising at Mission Hospital | Asheville News
Voices from patients, nurses, and doctors are rallying at First Congregational Church to sound the alarm on what they say is a steep decline in care at Mission…
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Community Talks Mission Hospital and Veterans Housing | Asheville News
Mission Hospital’s community tensions are heating up as locals rally to find solutions, while the ABCCM pushes forward with permanent veteran housing—a major…
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Hospital Care Deteriorates Under New Ownership | Asheville News
Patients and nurses gathered at a church to sound the alarm on Mission Hospital’s decline since HCA Healthcare took over in 2019, sharing harrowing stories of…
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Asheville Water Future in Doubt | Asheville News
Asheville’s water future hangs in the balance as a major lawsuit exposes deep systemic uncertainty — and no matter the court’s ruling, the city’s grip on its…
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Asheville Trails in Chaos | Asheville News
Asheville’s trails are turning into hotbeds of tension as unleashed dogs and reckless bikers clash with hikers, sparking community outrage and a plea for…
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"Someone’s Life Is Changing Today..." - A message from Corey
"Someone’s Life Is Changing Today..." - A message from Corey
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Wind Power Isn't Just a Pipe Dream | Asheville News
Wind power isn’t just a passing trend—it’s a global effort to replace coal and fossil fuels, backed by billions in investment and real-world results. Yet…
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Merrimon Avenue’s Dangerous Streets | Asheville News
Merrimon Avenue is a dangerous, poorly designed street where sidewalks vanish, utility poles block paths, and cyclists have no safe lanes—forcing walkers and…
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Flooding in Asheville Not Climate-Driven | Asheville News
Climate change isn’t the clear culprit behind Asheville’s flooding, according to new data—rainfall trends show no upward spike since 1972, and temps have even…
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Green River Race and Parkway Closure | Asheville News
Get ready for adrenaline-fueled action on the water and a major road closure on land: this week’s episode covers the Green River Race hitting Class Five rapids…
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North Carolinians Stand With Standing Rock | Asheville News
North Carolina’s Westerners are rallying behind the Standing Rock Sioux—thousands trekking from Asheville to show solidarity against the oil pipeline…
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Western NC’s Green Energy Awakening | Asheville News
Western North Carolina is on a bold mission to ditch fossil fuels and build a cleaner, more sustainable future—think solar panels, electric cars, and even…
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World War Three on the Horizon | Asheville News
The stakes are nuclear: a looming World War Three hangs over the election as one candidate warns of restraint while the other escalates tensions with Russia…
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Humanure Composting: Nature’s Toilet Solution | Asheville News
Flush toilets may keep our homes clean, but they’re costly, fragile, and pollute our waters while wasting nutrients. What if human waste could be turned into…
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Thanksgiving Dinners in Asheville | Asheville News
Thanksgiving just got a whole lot easier in Asheville—restaurants are rolling out everything from plated feasts to vegan soul food and Mediterranean buffets…
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Private Club Laws and Bar Survival | Asheville News
North Carolina’s private club laws are under fire for hurting bars and restaurants—forcing patrons to fill out membership forms that slow down business and…
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Asheville’s Shifting Scapes and Struggles | Asheville News
Healthcare negotiations are hitting a wall as Mission Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield brace for a deadline, with rival hospitals poised to step in…
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Asheville’s Food Scene is Heating Up | Asheville News
Red Ginger just landed downtown Asheville, serving up authentic dim sum perfect for Chinese New Year, while the city’s food scene buzzes with change—Nona Mia…
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City Tries to Regulate Street Performers | Asheville News
A major city is rolling out new rules to regulate street performers, sparking heated debate. Buskers now face potential permits, auditions, and fees to perform…
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Citizen Scientists, Vapes, and Drought | Asheville News
Citizen scientists are stepping up to map weather patterns, filling gaps between official stations as heavy rains fall. Meanwhile, e-cigarette use among youth…
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Asheville Theater Scene Alive with Shows | Asheville News
The Asheville theater scene is alive with dazzling productions—from Elf’s festive chaos to Cinderella’s enchanted twist, and Witch’s devilishly modern take on…
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From Warhol to Jewelry in Tryon | Asheville News
Patti D’Arbanville, the muse behind Cat Stevens’ “Lady D’Arbanville” and the woman who taught Andy Warhol to crochet, is living her quiet, creative best life…
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BeeHive MicroGrids Powers the Future | Asheville News
BeeHive MicroGrids just landed a $50M funding round to power its ambitious mission: bringing reliable, renewable energy to climate-impacted communities. With a…
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Actress Shines Where Reviewer Fails | Asheville News
This critic missed the real magic — the actress playing Becca didn’t just nail the role, she redefined it with quiet, devastating power. Instead of demanding…
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Moogfest Ends in Asheville | Asheville News
Moogfest’s Asheville run is officially over — the festival’s experimental electronic sound clashed with the city’s jam-band and bluegrass roots, making it feel…
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Art, Resilience, and Music in the Region | Asheville News
The arts scene is firing on all cylinders—musical comedy, burlesque, murals, and music are all popping up across the region. “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels” is still…
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Absurd Theater & Asheville’s Wild Comedy | Asheville News
A gritty, absurdist play from 1965 still packs a punch with razor-sharp dialogue and dark humor that strips away theatricality to reveal raw, human…
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Veterans, Hemp, and Local Moves in WNC | Asheville News
Veterans across Western North Carolina are divided on Trump’s military legacy, sharing starkly different views shaped by their combat experiences. Meanwhile…
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Animalia: A Surreal Circus Dreamscape | Asheville News
Step into a surreal dreamscape where Darwin’s dreams of evolution come alive as a wild, circus-fueled spectacle. The Fox & Beggar Theater’s new show Animalia…
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Truth, Art, and Legacy in Asheville | Asheville News
From spiritual exile to sacred truth: Pamela McConnell’s raw memoir reveals her journey from fundamentalist Christianity to Buddhism, while a new Native art…
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The Night Rock Changed Forever | Asheville News
Step into the electric chaos of December 1956 at Sun Records, where rock and roll was born—and history was made. In this electrifying production of Million…
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Building Communities Through Music | Asheville News
For over 25 years, Tara Nevins and Jeb Puryear have turned their music into movement, building communities and electrifying crowds with Donna the Buffalo’s…
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Carpal Tullar’s Quirky Concept Album | Asheville News
Chris Tullar drops his fourth album, Horse of a Different Tullar, a bold fusion of pop hooks and art-rock experimentation that feels like a 70s concept record…
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Asheville Music Scene Ignites | Asheville News
Asheville’s music scene is exploding with talent and resilience, as soul icons, rock legends, and experimental artists converge for unforgettable shows. Lee…
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Beyond the Music: What Really Moves Change | Asheville News
A local fundraiser aims to raise awareness through music and community spirit, but the real power may lie in voter registration—especially as voting laws face…
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Asheville’s Satirical Men’s Movement | Asheville News
In Asheville, North Carolina, a satirical “Men’s Movement” event is sparking buzz — blending biting humor with pie debates, where pecan, key lime, and apple…
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Building Futures for Homeless Veterans | Asheville News
Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry is launching a bold new initiative to give homeless veterans permanent, affordable housing—not just temporary…
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Happy 4th of July! - A message of Corey
Happy 4th of July! - A message of Corey
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Poetry as Healing for a Disabled Veteran | Asheville News
From rock bottom to resilience, Air Force veteran Joanie Leyva Dickson turned poetry into her lifeline after enduring military sexual trauma, multiple…
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Land of the Sky Burlesque Returns | Asheville News
Get ready to dance, dazzle, and dive into theatrical magic at the Land of the Sky Burlesque Festival—back for its fourth year with jaw-dropping talent like…
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Asheville Raccoon Retirement & Mascot Mayhem | Asheville News
Asheville’s Parks and Rec is ditching its controversial raccoon mascot—and comedians are firing up the brainstorming with wild new ideas like the “Fatberg” (a…
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Veterans Get Homes and Hope | Asheville News
Veterans are getting a fresh start thanks to Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry’s bold $12.5M purchase of a former hotel to build 134 permanent…
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Dirty Rotten Scoundrels Musical Returns | Asheville News
Get ready to laugh and dance your way through the musical version of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels—the wildly entertaining stage adaptation of the Steve Martin and…
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Tailored Solutions for Homelessness | Asheville News
Cities are rethinking homelessness solutions, ditching one-size-fits-all shelters in favor of targeted approaches: veterans and single moms thrive with job…
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Five Bucks to Save Local News | Asheville News
Local journalism’s survival hinges on your support—just $5 a month can keep your community’s stories alive, with Xpress asking listeners to become members and…
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Comedy, Raccoons, and Veterans Speak | Asheville News
Eric Brown brings his raucous musical comedy to Asheville, blending wild humor with sharp social commentary—think racist raccoons and questionable government…
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Veterans Split on Trump’s Military Moves | Asheville News
Veterans across Western North Carolina are sharply divided over the Trump administration’s military strategy, from Iran’s ceasefire to drone strikes in the…
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Big Gifts, Budget Battles, and Bears | Asheville News
MacKenzie Scott just dropped nine million dollars on MANNA FoodBank — the biggest gift they’ve ever seen — a massive lifeline as food insecurity surges and…
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Asheville Speedway’s Final Lap | Asheville News
Asheville Speedway’s final lap: once a beloved local hub for dirt track racing, it’s now officially closing after years of fading crowds and shifting tastes…
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Pandemic Lessons from 1918 Flu | Asheville News
The pandemic isn’t just another outbreak—it’s a full-blown crisis demanding caution, not haste. As a small business owner, the speaker warns that rushing back…
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Time for a Monument Makeover | Asheville News
It’s time for a radical redesign of a long-standing monument that’s sparking heated debate — with calls to smooth its rough edges, reimagine its look, and even…
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Diplomats Interned, Not Hostages | Asheville News
American diplomats stationed in Axis nations at WWII’s start weren’t hostages—they were interned as “enemy aliens,” a legal status under wartime rules. Most…
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Downtown Joe: Stories from the Streets | Asheville News
Meet Downtown Joe, a beloved Asheville fixture and Army vet whose charm and stories turn strangers into friends. With a suitcase full of history—like his 1950s…