News release from the Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police are seeking the public’s help in locating an armed robber who stabbed a woman Tuesday evening in west Asheville. Officers responded to the French Broad River Greenway near Carrier Park around 6:15 p.m. on December 17th to investigate an armed robbery and stabbing. Upon arrival, officers […]
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City of Asheville provides update on advisory and quasi-judicial boards
News release from the City of Asheville: The City of Asheville would like to keep you informed about the latest updates regarding the City’s advisory and quasi-judicial boards. Advisory Board update Effective immediately, all advisory boards staffed by City employees will remain suspended until further direction following the City Council retreat, in mid-February 2025. We […]
UScellular donates wireless devices, hotspots and service to BeLoved Asheville
News release from UScellular: This holiday season, UScellular is giving back to the Asheville community by donating $235,000 worth of wireless phones, tablets and hotspots with two years of service to BeLoved Asheville to support its mission of to create a more just and equitable society rooted in community and creativity. This marks the third […]
One month left to apply for FEMA assistance
News release from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) : North Carolinians with disaster-related damage or loss from Tropical Storm Helene have one month to apply for federal assistance. The application deadline is Jan. 7, 2025. This applies to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians of North Carolina and residents of the following counties: Alexander, Alleghany, […]
U.S. 70 bridge in Swannanoa reopening tonight, Dec. 17
Press release from N.C. Department of Transportation: A bridge on U.S. 70 is scheduled to reopen Tuesday night and alleviate some congestion in eastern Buncombe County. The bridge, located just east of the Asheville Veterans Affairs Hospital, will carry traffic for the first time since Hurricane Helene damaged structural elements and scoured away the eastern […]
Asheville Police arrest two suspects in looting, seeking a third
News release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police arrested two people looting a flood-affected business in east Asheville late Sunday night, and seek another person involved in the crime. Officers responded to an Azalea Road business around 10:20 p.m. on December 15th to investigate a break-in. Upon arrival, they quickly located Samantha Diane Dockery (09/13/1993) […]
FEMA specialists offer in-person advice on rebuilding
News release from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) : In the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene, North Carolinians can benefit from free advice from FEMA experts on how to rebuild stronger and safer. FEMA mitigation specialists will be present in stores in Buncombe and Henderson counties to offer free home improvement tips and proven methods […]
FEMA Q&A: Public assistance debris removal
Fact sheet from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) : Assistance for Helene debris removal from private property in North Carolina may be made available through FEMA’s Public Assistance Program. What is FEMA doing to expedite debris removal? FEMA has determined that Private Property Debris Removal (PPDR) and Commercial Property Debris Removal (CPDR) are in the […]
FEMA urges TSA participants to check holiday hotel availability
News release from Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) : As the holidays approach, local hotels currently sheltering Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) participants may not have availability to continue to accommodate some TSA families due to existing Christmas and New Year’s reservations. As such, some TSA families might need to find alternative accommodation in other area […]
Air Quality Forecast for Buncombe County — Dec. 18
Upcoming relief assistance deadlines for Buncombe County
Public Service Announcement from City of Asheville: December 18, 2025 – 5pm Helene Recovery Housing Assistance Grant: buncombecounty.org. Provides up to three months of support for rent, mortgage, or utility bills. January 7, 2025 FEMA Disaster Assistance Deadlines and Resources FEMA Disaster Assistance. Visit disasterassistance.gov or the FEMA Disaster Recovery Center at the Asheville Mall. […]
Mission Hospital donates $85K to MANNA, along with food sculpture
Press release from Mission Health: In honor of its enduring partnership, and in light of the important role MANNA FoodBank plays in Western North Carolina disaster relief efforts, HCA Healthcare has selected MANNA as a recipient of a $75,000 donation, part of HCA Healthcare’s $1 million commitment to Helene Disaster Recovery. An additional $10,000 will […]
APD seeks public input identifying victims in shooting
News release from the Asheville Police Department: APD News Update-Asheville Police Identify Victims In Monday Night Shooting Asheville, NC (December 17, 2024) — Asheville Police detectives are releasing the name of one decedent from Monday night’s double homicide, following next of kin notification. Jaylen Deshawn Boston (02/27/1996) has been identified as one of the victims […]
Drive-thru pantry for families affected by Helene
Press release from Ralph Sexton Ministries: Ralph Sexton Ministries invites you to join us this Saturday, December 21, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, for Ralph Sexton’s Carolina Christmas: Drive-thru Pantry. This special outreach event aims to provide much-needed pantry items to families still recovering from the devastating flooding caused by Hurricane Helene in […]
County recovery update Dec. 16
Media release from Buncombe County: Special holiday event today The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office will host a Special Christmas Community Event on Monday, Dec. 16, at 5 p.m. Join them for food, music, a bounce house, and giveaways at 108 Monticello Road, East Weaverville (near Publix). FEMA updates Residents whose homes were damaged by the […]
1-26 traffic closure tonight
Media release from the N.C. Department of Transportation: ASHEVILLE – Traffic on Interstate 26 westbound between Airport Road and Long Shoals Road will be shifted overnight Dec. 16-17. A contractor for the N.C. Department of Transportation plans to close I-26 West from 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16, until 6 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, between U.S. 25 […]
Nantahala Health Foundation gives $250,000 total to six groups
Media release from Nantahala Health Foundation: Nantahala Health Foundation granted $250,000 to support youth and young adults. The funds were invested in six regional organizations, all of which strive to improve health and wellness outcomes for underserved youth and young adults ages 5 – 24 living, learning and earning in Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Jackson, Macon, […]
Air quality yellow for Dec. 16
Media release from Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency: Dec. 16 is a code yellow air quality forecast day for the valleys and north ridge tops of Asheville and Buncombe County. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. For the south ridge tops, it is a code green air quality forecast day. No health impacts are expected […]
USCellular to give phones, tablets, hotspots to BeLoved
UScellular is partnering with BeLoved Asheville to deliver over $235,000 worth of wireless devices and services to the Asheville community. This donation of smartphones, tablets, and wireless hotspots will help families stay connected, particularly those displaced by Hurricane Helene who may not have internet access at home. Through UScellular’s “Gift of Connection” program, this contribution […]
FEMA job fair in Asheville Monday-Wednesday
Press release from the Federal Emergency Management Agency: WHAT: JOB FAIR in Asheville, NC WHEN: Monday, December 16 and Wednesday, December 18 — Job Fair and Hiring Event (8:00am-4:00pm) Tuesday, December 17 — Federal Resume Building Workshop (8:00am-4:00pm) WHERE: Embassy Suites Asheville 192 Haywood St., Asheville, NC 28803 WHY: In support of Hurricane Helene, FEMA […]
City of Asheville, Explore Asheville announce celebrity tennis benefit
Press release from City of Asheville: ASHEVILLE, NC – The City of Asheville’s Department of Community and Regional Entertainment is proud to provide Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville as the venue for the Stars Servin’ Up Love charity tennis event. Presented by Explore Asheville, the Helene recovery event features a diverse mix of iconic tennis […]