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Charlotte the stingray, pregnant fish despite no male companion, has died
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. - Charlotte, a stingray that got pregnant at a North Carolina aquarium despite not having shared a tank with a male of her species for many years, has died. The Aquarium and Shark Lab in Hendersonville on Sunday shared that Charlotte died after getting a rare reproductive disease...
Dehydrated puppies found in hot plastic bin near NC bridge
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - Brother Wolf Animal Rescue (BWAR) is helping a litter of puppies after they were abandoned in a container in the hot sun. A community member found the puppies in a plastic tote bin near a bridge and brought them to the shelter. “A hot plastic...
Enjoy A Breakfast Of Champions At This Delicious Farm-To-Table Restaurant In North Carolina
A scrumptious restaurant in North Carolina that serves tofu and tempeh on the kid’s menu has a creative staff that considers healthy food alternatives. Yes – you’ll find waffles and chicken tenders at Early Girl Eatery, but it’s good to know that the all-day menu provides excellent options for those trying to stay within some nutritious eating guidelines. Since 2001, fresh and local ingredients have been sourced and hand-crafted into farm-to-table cuisine. Take a closer look at this farm-to-table restaurant in North Carolina — available at three Asheville locations.
'Making it visible:' Nonprofit unveils transport van's mural to save shelter animals
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — A local nonprofit is turning heads and saving animals' lives with the reveal of its new transport van. On Sunday, June 30, Shelter Dog Transport Alliance revealed the progress of the mural on the vehicle at a fundraising event. The organization will be using this...
Opinion: Asheville’s Animal Services Unit doesn't do enough to help animals in distress
Recently, I encountered a man downtown who had a listless, severely distressed baby clinging to his shoulders. The man disclosed he had four children, not just the baby he used to panhandle. I secured a $1,000 medical grant for his older children but he refused care for the baby. He also refused a free stroller so the baby wouldn’t have to hang onto his shoulders for 12 or more hours a day in all weather conditions. Many...
CDS student's Kennel Kindness Project bridges animal care, youth education
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Kennel Kindness Project, founded by a Carolina Day School (CDS) student, is already making a significant impact. Zoe Hewitt, a junior at CDS, is working with a group of CDS Horizons students this summer to teach them about the important connection between people and animals.
Which Asheville restaurants, bars opened in 2nd quarter 2024? Italian fare to coffee shops
ASHEVILLE - A host of new eateries and watering holes opened in time for the spring and summer crowds. The latest local, regional and national businesses to debut include food stall vendors with fast-casual meals and fine dining restaurants and chic bars serving drinks, food and a scenic view. Asheville's brewery scene...
Puppies abandoned on bridge soon up for adoption at Brother Wolf
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Four recovering puppies will soon be up for adoption at Brother Wolf Animal Rescue after they were abandoned on an Asheville bridge. A spokesperson with Brother Wolf said the puppies were brought in several weeks ago after a community member found them inside a plastic bin left in the hot summer sun.
Stingray's story and death a lesson in unaccredited vs. accredited aquariums, expert says
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — In February 2024, longtime Hendersonville aquarium owner Brenda Ramer was front and center, posting on Facebook Live that Charlotte, the stingray she rescued, was pregnant with no male ray present. Now that Charlotte has died and the story has gone viral, field experts have scrutinized...
Sweet Bouquets: Southern Living Meets Southern Hospitality
Asheville – Sitting back from the traffic on Hendersonville Road, just south of Long Shoals, is a quaint little cottage. In fact, the abundance of blooms at the entrance gives it a touch of Thomas Kinkade. Inside, one is at once rejuvenated by the fragrance of fresh roses. Alecia...
The Trusty Hucksters to host release parties for first album
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Ever heard of “Rockabilly Swing?”. Local band The Trusty Hucksters has played an eclectic mix of “surf, folk, jazz, spaghetti western soundtracks and slapstick humor” at live shows since 2017, according to band member Mark Toolan. The band’s fans have been asking...
Tuesday 7/2: Jay Sanders – Evanescent
The bassist for Acoustic Syndicate has this to say about his first solo album: “This record has been years—even decades—in the making, with some compositions dating as far back as 1994. It is at once a meditation on impermanence and an exploration of my motivations and influences as an artist. Seven original compositions are accompanied by a tone poem dedicated to the Voyager spacecraft. My music is animated by my immensely talented friends and collaborators including Zack Page, Steve Alford, Jacob Rodriguez, Justin Ray, Evan Martin, Tyler Housholder, Casey Driessen, Julian Dreyer, and Clay Miller.” Jay celebrates the release of this album on Friday the 12th at AyurPrana Listening Room in Asheville.
Prepare for takeoff: Tips for a busy travel season
The summer travel season is heating up and officials with the Asheville Regional Airport are sharing some simple steps for preparing ahead of time. Below are the five tips airport officials suggest for smooth sailing (or, flying) this summer season:. 1. More time = less stress:. It’s extremely important to...
Carolina Kitchen: Ginger Pineapple Punch
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Created by Public Health Nutrition and Cooking Educator Shaniqua Simuel. 1. In a saucepan boil a few pieces of ginger, pineapple peeling and the core, using spring water. 2. Add pineapple chunks and remaining ginger to a blender, blend until smooth. 3. Pour blended pineapple...
Ingles Open Road: Asheville Rooftop Bar Tours
When this old world starts getting me down and people are just too much for me to face, I climb way up to the top of the stairs and all my cares just drift right into space. On the roof it’s peaceful as can be. And there the world below can’t bother me. In the words of The Drifters: Let’s go… up on the roof.
BLUE RIDGE HUMANE SOCIETY EXPANDS ZERO ADOPTION PROMOTION TO INCLUDE FIRST RESPONDERS AND EDUCATION PROFESSIONALS
Blue Ridge Humane Society (BRHS) has announced they are. expanding their zero adoption fee promotions to include first responders and education professionals. These two populations join veterans, and those participating in the seniors for seniors program, who can. adopt from BRHS and pay no adoption fees. First responders are defined...
What’s new in food: New Woodfin shop makes fresh tortillas daily
North meets south at 175 Weaverville Road in Woodfin, the site of the recently opened Tortillas La Regia. Luz Salazar Maldonado grew up in Monterrey in northern Mexico, where flour tortillas are the norm. Her husband, Martin Maldonado, is from southern Mexico, where corn tortillas rule. With the help of...
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