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Which restaurants opened and closed in Henderson County last quarter?
As the third quarter of the year is ramping up, the Times-News is looking back at the restaurants in that opened and closed in Henderson County last quarter, as well as a look ahead at what’s on the horizon. Opened Auction House Food & Drink Hall ...
4 NC Hospitals Ranked in Top 100 in the World
Quality medical care is not something you want to take for granted for any health concerns you may have for either yourself or a loved one. While access can be quite limited at times, a handful hospitals in North Carolina were recently named among the best in the entire country.
Henderson County braces for potential flooding as rainfall continues
HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. (WLOS) — Ongoing rainfall has continued to impact communities in the mountains. Alan Willis, captain of the Henderson County Rescue Squad, said the issue is that the ground is saturated from previous rainfall, which will make any low-lying roads susceptible to flooding. But, the rescue squad...
Elevated bacteria levels found in French Broad River; public urged to avoid water for now
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Environmental non-profit Mountain True urges people to avoid swimming in the French Broad River at this time. People are advised to hold off from getting in the water for 24 to 48 hours, or until the water is less muddy. Samples show high bacteria levels...
Historic move: new group says HCA must sell Mission, Western NC's main health care system
ASHEVILLE - In a historic move, elected officials, doctors and others have formed a group with the goal of compelling the sale of Mission Health by HCA Healthcare, a for-profit company and the nation's largest health care entity whose $1.9 billion purchase of the nonprofit Mission led to a serious decline in health care for Western North Carolina, said the group, Reclaim Healthcare WNC. ...
Ferncliff: Leading the Way as America’s First Green Industrial Park
Asheville – The terms green and sustainable are seldom terms used when talking about an industrial park. We know we need them for manufacturing and commerce, but it is heartbreaking to see a beautiful piece of land leveled for industry. When it comes to the Ferncliff Industrial Park in Mills River, NC, though, these terms are synonymous. NC Secretary of Commerce Tony Copeland called it “America’s Most Beautiful Industrial Park.”
With more rain on the way, communities prepare for possible flooding
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Counties across Western North Carolina are preparing for heavy rain and possible flooding over the next couple of days in several ways. Officials in Hendersonville say Public Works will be monitoring forecasts and river gauges for when and where to place barricades. Crews will also...
‘BAM!’ Tower at Enka campus is reduced to rubble
ENKA, N.C. (828newsNOW) – A small group of onlookers stared in awe on Thursday as the hulking but obsolete Haynes Tower building was being reduced to mounds of twisted metal, bricks and other debris on A-B Tech’s Enka campus. Candler resident Lisa Schwartz was there, taking cell phone...
Celebrating 70 years: Remembering Asheville's downtown festival, Bele Chere
From 1979-2013, downtown Asheville held a festival every summer known as "Bele Chere." Stemming from ancient Scottish dialect, Bele Chere means "beautiful living." For more than 30 years, the festival, which consisted of food, music and street vendors, showcased all things Asheville, and it grew to one of the largest downtown festivals in the Southeast.
NCDOT: Interstate 26 major shift, I-40 bridge work postponed to early next week
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Two interstate projects that were supposed to take place this weekend have been pushed to early next week by rain, according to the North Carolina Department of Transportation. A major shift in the Interstate 26 widening project originally scheduled for July 25 has now been...
Take a walk, learn a little more about Hendersonville
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — A city with a small-town feel, Hendersonville has a rich history that many Western North Carolina residents might not know about. That’s something Mary Jo Padgett is trying to change. Journalist, public relations consultant, former associate editor at Mother Earth News magazine, former Hendersonville...
Asheville Motorists Brace for Weekend I-40 Closure Due to Bridge Rehabilitation Project
As reported by the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), another round of construction is set to snarl weekend traffic in Asheville with the rehabilitation of the I-40 bridge. Motorists should prepare for a stretch of I-40 East to be closed from the I-240 East/I-26 West interchange (Exit 46B) to Hendersonville Road (Exit 50) starting 8 p.m. Friday through 6 a.m. Monday, if the weather plays along.
Public Comment Opportunities for French Broad River Plan Scheduled
The French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Organization’s Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), Elevate 2050, will be kicking off the first phase of public input opportunities for the plan in August. The MTP is a federally-required transportation plan for urbanized areas with a population over 50,000 and helps to guide transportation...
I-26 Connector project to take out Asheville Racquet Club
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The massive Interstate 26 Connector project has claimed another victim — Asheville Racquet Club Downtown. Club manager Daniel Giammalvo said the North Carolina Department of Transportation had already acquired the property at 27 Resort Drive. “We’re already leasing it from the DOT,” Giammalvo said...
Asheville's Homelessness board will likely dissolve as work of new CoC begins
ASHEVILLE - The Homeless Initiative Advisory Committee, which for 16 years has worked to address homelessness in Asheville, voted July 25 to recommend dissolution of its board in an effort to consolidate work with the newly restructured Continuum of Care. The decision, though expected, seemed somewhat emotional for some members. There was a brief bout of applause after the vote, a few muttered "wow's," and expressions of gratitude for work that has stretched more than a...
Reclamation Park Project Launches to Commemorate Saluda’s African American History
The Saluda Community Land Trust is thrilled to announce The Reclamation Park Project, an endeavor to establish a memorial park that commemorates Saluda’s African American Heritage. In conjunction with the project, the organization will be hosting a public programming series aimed at illuminating Saluda’s African American History. In partnership...
Western North Carolina shifts to eCourts to expand access; local attorney reacts
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Eleven Western North Carolina counties made the transition to eCourts this week, with the purpose of shifting to digital court records being to expand access to justice. There are different elements of eCourts, including eFiling, which allows attorneys to file court documents online to the...
Educator, attorney to lead NC Mock Trial Program
The North Carolina Mock Trial Program has named named a veteran educator and licensed attorney from western North Carolina as its executive director. Smith, a resident of Arden, is a licensed attorney in North Carolina and practiced as a civil litigator in Charleston, S.C., in the 1990s. He earned an undergraduate from UNC Chapel Hill, a law degree from N.C. Central University and an masters in education from George Mason University. He served 14 years on the Hendersonville City Council. ...
Buncombe, Asheville homeowners may qualify for grant funds
BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Eligible Buncombe County homeowners have an opportunity to receive financial assistance for housing-related costs. Now in its fourth year, the inquiry process for the 2024 Homeowner Grant Program has opened up to the public, a release from Buncombe County government says. The website buncombecounty.org/homeownergrant will be accepting inquiries through Sept. 30 or homeowners can call (828) 250-5500. You must call or submit an inquiry to determine eligibility. Phone support is available in any language.
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