Asheville City Council Approves Funding for Affordable Housing and Wildfire Safety
Council members take action on key agenda items at February 24th meeting
Asheville Parks & Rec Sparks Surge in Youth Wrestling, Especially Among Girls
AVL Sounds Fest and Asheville BuskerFest Bring Music and Street Performers to the City
Lifestyle
Watch iNews 13 Asheville NC Live Stream
A guide to accessing the live broadcast of Asheville's local news channel

Community Listening Circle Offers Healing Space After Helene
Free virtual event provides trauma-informed space for Asheville residents to gather and reflect
Asheville Hosts Mardi Gras Parade Despite Rainy Weather
Annual celebration brings colorful floats and festive flair to downtown streets
Politics
North Carolina Governor Urges Trump to Back $13.5B for Helene Recovery
Stein met with Trump and other officials to request federal aid for western North Carolina.

Asheville Voters Weigh Candidates at UNCA Forum
With primary election day less than two weeks away, local candidates make final push to appeal to voters.
Gov. Stein Appoints Three WNC Leaders to Advisory Roles
The new appointees will advise the governor on Tropical Storm Helene recovery, juvenile justice, and children with disabilities.
Weather
Power Outage Map for Western North Carolina
Tracking the latest power outages as winter storm hits the region

Lakeview Park Celebrates 50 Years in Asheville
North Carolina's popular outdoor recreation destination marks a major milestone.
Asheville Poised to Break Years-Long Snow Drought
Winter storm warning issued ahead of snowfall, high winds, and dangerous travel conditions.
Crime
Asheville Man Charged After Fentanyl and Meth Found During Trespass Arrest
Large amounts of drugs seized during incident at Pisgah View Apartments

Asheville Man Impersonating Police Officer Wanted By APD, Considered Armed
Authorities warn public not to approach Rodrigo Barrera-Lozada, who faces multiple charges for impersonating a police officer.
Asheville Man Arrested in Child Exploitation Investigation
Homeland Security, Asheville Police Collaborate on Federal Indictment
Entertainment
Billy Strings Honored with Key to Asheville
Bluegrass star receives city's highest honor after sold-out four-night residency

The Emorys Win 2026 Bluegrass Showdown at Bluegrass First Class
Family band from Asheville takes top prize at annual talent competition
Asheville Festivals Undergo Changes: AVLfest Becomes AVL Sounds Fest, New Busker Fest Announced
The popular Asheville music festival AVLfest is getting a new name and leadership, while a new Asheville Busker Fest is set to debut.