From N.C. Department of Transportation: Contract crews for the N.C. Department of Transportation have completed major operations at two locations of Interstate 40 in the Pigeon River Gorge, allowing all four lanes to open Tuesday for the summer travel season. Kiewit Construction operated since November with one lane closed in both directions from mile markers […]
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APD investigating Saturday night shooting that injured two
From Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police are investigating a shooting that took place Saturday night, leaving two with non-life-threatening injuries. APD officers responded to an apartment complex on Atkinson Street around 10:16 p.m. on June 22nd to investigate reports of two people shot. Immediately upon arrival, officers located a victim suffering from apparent gunshot wounds […]
Ramble Charitable Fund awards $100,000 in grants
From The Ramble Charitable Fund at The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC): The Ramble Charitable Fund at The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) recently awarded ten grants totaling $100,000. The Fund was established to improve the quality of life in Shiloh and South Buncombe communities by supporting education, economic development, health […]
Scammers target vulnerable lost pet owners in Buncombe County
From Buncombe County Government: Numerous reports from owners of lost animals claim that scammers are targeting them for money. Scammers are posing as individuals associated with the Buncombe County Animal Shelter or Animal Control and contacting by phone or text saying: 1) That they are in possession of the lost animal 2) That said animal […]
Asheville Police investigating two armed robberies in Carrier Park
From Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police Detectives are investigating two separate incidents of armed robberies that occurred in Carrier Park on Amboy Road in which two women were robbed at gunpoint. In the first incident, patrol officers responded to Carrier Park on Amboy Road at 8:53 p.m. on June 18 in reference to an armed […]
Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office detectives are attempting to identify the driver of a blue Dodge truck
From the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office: Detectives with the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office are attempting to identify the driver of a blue Dodge Truck. the person was involved in the theft of another vehicle. We ask that anyone with any information contact Detective Brookshire at (828) 250-4442.
ArtsAVL accepting applications for 2024-25 Arts Build Community Grant
From ArtsAVL: Now in its 8th year, the Arts Build Community (ABC) grant supports innovative, arts-based projects that inspire diverse groups of participants to be more active, involved, and civically-engaged by creating together. ArtsAVL will accept ABC grant applications from June 24, 2024 through July 22, 2024 for the 2024-2025 award cycle. ABC grants are […]
Regular monthly meeting of the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority is June 26
From the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority: The regular monthly joint board meeting of the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, a Public Authority and a Nonprofit Corporation, is Wednesday, June 26, 9–11 a.m. at The Explore Asheville Board Room, located on the first floor at 27 College Place, Suite 200 Asheville, NC 28801. It is also […]
Asheville Parks & Recreation celebrates grand opening of city’s first all-abilities playground on June 25
From Asheville Parks & Recreation: Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) invites kids, families, and community members of all ages to celebrate the city’s first all-abilities playground at Murphy-Oakley Community Center on Tuesday, June 25 at 1:30 p.m. Open play time will follow a short ceremony with remarks from D. Tyrell McGirt, APR Director. Attendees can […]
City Council Agenda – June 25
Press release from City of Asheville: The electronic agenda for the June 25, City Council formal meeting is now available by clicking on the link below. If you have any questions, please call the City Clerk’s Office at 259-5601. http://www.ashevillenc.gov/council/meeting_agenda.htm
Asheville Police investigating gun discharge
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (June 21, 2024): Asheville Police are investigating gun discharges that occurred Thursday morning in South Asheville. While conducting crime prevention, officers responded to reports of a gun discharge in the area of Robinson Avenue and Crest Avenue around 9:33 a.m. on June 20th. While canvassing the area, […]
Asheville Police apprehend heavily armed fugitive from Tennessee
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (June 21, 2024): APD Detectives located and apprehended a heavily armed fugitive from Tennessee wanted for gun and drug trafficking charges Thursday afternoon. APD Detectives received information from the Cocke County Sheriff’s Office about a wanted fugitive Jacob Kyle Ledford (04/01/1994) who may be selling narcotics in […]
Asheville Police seeks help investigating second vehicle vandalism incident
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police are investigating a second vehicle vandalism incident involving spray-painting graffiti and slashing tires within one month. APD is investigating a vandalism report at a Haw Creek neighborhood residence. On June 18, the resident discovered their vehicle parked in their driveway had been defaced with graffiti, including an […]
Weekend air quality forecast for Buncombe County
Press release from AirNow: Forecast for Buncombe County, NC Tomorrow’s Forecast Friday, Jun 21: 55 AQI Moderate Particle Pollution (2.5 microns) 48 AQI Good Ozone Extended Forecast Saturday, Jun 22: 57 AQI Moderate Particle Pollution (2.5 microns) 48 AQI Good Ozone For additional information concerning the air quality forecast including a detailed forecast discussion, please […]
Share ideas with Asheville Parks & Recreation Director during park bench chats
Press release from the City of Asheville: Do you have ideas for Asheville’s parks and recreation facilities? Join Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) Director D. Tyrell McGirt for one-on-one or small group conversations during casual “Park Bench Chats.” “We believe that our parks and recreation system is strongest when it reflects the needs and desires […]
Asheville Police seeking help with Wednesday evening motorcycle crash investigation
Press release from the Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police Department Patrol officers are continuing to investigate a single motorcycle crash that occurred in east Asheville Wednesday evening that claimed the life of the driver. APD Patrol Officers responded to the scene of the crash near the 53-mile marker of Interstate I-40 West around 6:37 p.m. […]
I-26/U.S. 25 Interchange traffic pattern changing this weekend
Press release from the N.C. Department of Transportation: A new traffic pattern is coming to Interstate 26’s Exit 44 as the interstate widening project nears completion in Henderson County. The U.S. 25 interchange will open Monday morning in a diverging diamond formation, just like the Airport Road interchange four miles away, following a weekend closure. […]
Air quality notification for June 20
Press release from AirNow: See More Forecast for Buncombe County, NC Tomorrow’s Forecast Thursday, Jun 20: 53 AQI Moderate Particle Pollution (2.5 microns) 40 AQI Good Ozone Extended Forecast Friday, Jun 21: 55 AQI Moderate Particle Pollution (2.5 microns) 48 AQI Good Ozone Saturday, Jun 22: 57 AQI Moderate Particle Pollution (2.5 microns) 48 […]
DEQ awards grants for stream restoration, water management, recreation
Press release from the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality: The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Water Resources (DWR) awarded $1.14 million in grants to seven local governments and organizations to support stream restoration, water-based recreation and water management projects. “These grants will provide tangible environmental, economic, social and public health benefits to […]
Buncombe Commissioners Honor Pride Month, Recognize Stephens-Lee High History, Authorize COVID Funding Reallocations, and More
Press release from Buncombe County The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners met for a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, where Commissioners approved proclamations and authorized COVID fund reallocations as well as budget amendments. Click here to view the full agenda. June is Pride Month The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners declared June as Pride Month […]
Raccoon encounters on the rise: Prevent rabies exposure with these tips
Press release from Henderson County Department of Public Health The Henderson County Department of Public Health has seen an increase in calls about sick raccoons and raccoon encounters with humans and domestic animals. Avoid contact with raccoons and other wild or stray animals to reduce the risk of rabies exposure. Rabies is a viral disease that […]