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.

Downtown Asheville's Pack Square, in front of the Vance Monument.

North Carolina Cities Ranked Based on Income Equality

When discovering a place to call home, income equality (or inequality) should be an important factor included in your decision.  As we see on the national stage, income inequality is dividing our nation.

A young cat eating at a plant.

Simple Steps to Help Homeless Pets

There are more pets in this country in need of homes than there are shelters able to house them. Pet overpopulation leads to millions of adoptable pets euthanized across the country every year.

A man and woman looking over paperwork with a business accountant.

Simple Social Media Guide for Small Businesses

It’s hard to escape the interest, activity, and advantages of social media. Platforms are constantly evolving. With the changing dynamics of the digital communication space, it’s important to get back to the basics.

Asheville Neighborhood Profile: Chestnut Hills

Chestnut Hills Neighborhood encompasses an area north of the downtown Central Business District that starts at the corner of East Chestnut/Merrimon Avenue, running northward to Hillside Street.

Garden Beds

Grow a Garden With Your Kids

Starting a garden is a fun way to teach your kids about healthy fruits and vegetables and get some exercise as you work on a project together.

The Next Generation of Solar Panels

Scientists just got one step closer to the next generation of solar panels. Today’s solar panels convert sunlight to electricity using silicon crystal chemistry.

Legends and Geologic Facts Equally Intriguing at The Blowing Rock

Legend has it that after a Chickasaw maiden’s warrior love had leapt from the Blowing Rock, she prayed daily to the Great Spirit to return her warrior beloved to her and was granted her wish when the brave was blown back up by the winds surrounding the rock.

Keep Safety First When Cleaning Up Storm Debris

Recent winter storms felled trees and branches across North Carolina. The N.C. Forest Service encourages homeowners and others who prune trees or burn yard debris to use caution and follow some basic steps.