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Tombstone Tales: Bill Nye the Humor Guy buried in Fletcher
FLETCHER, N.C. (828newsNOW) — EDITOR’S NOTE: Everyone has a story — some more well-known than others. Across Western North Carolina, so much history is buried below the surface. Six feet under. With this series, we introduce you to some of the people who have left marks big and small on this special place we call home.
Housing Assistance Corp. receives major funding for affordable workforce housing
HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. – July 19, 2024 – In a significant boost to the Apple Ridge Development Project, the Dogwood Health Trust announced on Friday, July 12th, an award of $1M to support infrastructure for the Apple Ridge Subdivision in Henderson County. This funding matches the county’s commitment of $1,500,000 towards infrastructure. Additionally, Dogwood Health Trust has committed $500,000 over the next two years to enhance HAC’s capacity to meet the rising need for safe, affordable workforce housing in its region.
Affordable Housing Crisis: City Policies Cause Landlords To Quit
Asheville – You hear it everywhere: we need affordable housing. But what happens when city policy and non-profits’ attitudes actually cause landlords who have worked to provide affordable housing to quit? This is what some landlords are being forced to do. Terry Simmons is just one example of...
Meet the animals in Asheville’s local businesses
The ubiquity of Ashevilleans bringing their pets everywhere is a common subject of mockery, as not every pet is as well-behaved as its caretaker might think. (This author tried to do the “dogs in bars” thing and ended up scrubbing pee off the floor of Haywood Country Club.) But others are so friendly, well-behaved and chill that their owners bring them to work.
North Carolina Golf Course Uses Llamas As Caddies
There’s a golf course in North Carolina that rents out llamas as caddies! They’re helpful with your clubs, but don’t offer the best advice on shots. Sherwood Forest Golf Club in Brevard, North Carolina lets you use llamas as caddies! It’s hilarious and awesome to see. Unless you’re a high school student looking for a summer job. In that case, it’s like South Park and “they took our jobs!” See more about the golf course that uses llamas as caddies below!
828viewsNOW: Shapes of Buncombe County Courthouse
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The Buncombe County Courthouse, a 17-story neo-classical building in downtown Asheville, was designed by architect Frank Pierce Milburn and built between 1924 and 1928. It’s the county’s eighth courthouse since 1792 and became part of the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. According to...
828 Road Report: U.S. 23/74 lane closures in Haywood County
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Several road projects will make traveling around Asheville and neighboring areas a little tricky in the coming week. A North Carolina Department of Transportation contractor will begin a safety project on U.S. 23/74 between Hyatt Creek Road and the Haywood County rest area as soon as Monday.
WNC Nature Center Brings Economic Boost to Asheville and the WNC region
Asheville -- July 21, 2024: Press ReA new report outlines the significant and far-reaching economic impact of the WNC Nature Center and its nonprofit support organization, Friends of the WNC Nature Center, on the City of Asheville and Buncombe County. A recent Riverbird Research economic report, initiated by the Friends...
NCDOT: More I-40 weekend closures expected this summer amidst ongoing project
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The North Carolina Department of Transportation has shut down part of I-40 for yet another weekend. NCDOT says that crews will continue to work between I-26 and Hendersonville Road. But many want to know: how much longer?. This is not the first time the interstate...
East Asheville site proposed for new duplex, townhome housing development
Editors note: This story has been updated to reflect the project's correct review process. ASHEVILLE - A new residential development has been proposed for Oakley, adding new townhomes on a parcel between Wood Avenue and Bleachery Boulevard. The project, dubbed "Wood/Beachery Residential," proposes 13 new buildings that would contain a total of 23 townhomes...
'No legal pathway' to keep popular Asheville river bar open, Buncombe County says
ASHEVILLE - As locals decry the impending closure of French Broad Outfitters riverside tubing, boating and bar operation at Hominy Creek, the result of a recently rediscovered 2006 conservation easement, Buncombe County says, legally, its hands are tied. "I know this is really sad news about French Broad Outfitters. The...
Asheville in for artsy weekend at Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The Appalachian hills are alive with the sound of a craft fair this weekend. The Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday, July 19 to Sunday, July 21 at Harrah’s Cherokee Center, 87 Haywood St. Organized by the...
French Broad River MPO Metropolitan Transportation Plan seeking public comment
The French Broad River MPO's Metropolitan Transportation Plan, 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 decision-making and multimodal priorities for the region. The plan is scoped to include four phases of public input over roughly the next year. The first phase is focused on developing a Vision & Goals for the region. The Vision & Goals that are developed will be used to help evaluate potential transportation projects for inclusion in the plan, so public input is greatly encouraged.
Buncombe County Homeowner Grant Program Now Accepting Applications
The inquiry process for the 2024 Homeowner Grant Program is now open. This program is officially in its fourth year, and qualified homeowners will have an opportunity to receive financial assistance for housing-related costs. 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.
$38.5 million McCormick Field makeover on council agenda
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — McCormick Field is about to get a $38.5 million makeover. That project and a lease agreement with the Asheville Tourists baseball team are on Tuesday’s Asheville City Council agenda. The restoration project will bring the facility up to Major League Baseball Player Development League...
Margaret A. Noel, MD, Honored with The Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award
Asheville, NC – July 19, 2024 – Dr. Margaret A. (Peggy) Noel was recently awarded The Order of the Long Leaf Pine, one of North Carolina’s highest honors, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to her community and exemplary service within the state. Dr. Noel, a highly...
Asheville's Community Reparations Commission seeks extension to finalize plans
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The Community Reparations Commission is asking the Asheville City Council for an extension into next year to complete their work. Dr. Noreal Armstrong, the chief equity and human rights officer for Buncombe County, showed commissioners the current status with 38 recommendations this week. The commission...
UNC Asheville to build $4 million tennis court facility on campus
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — UNC Asheville Director of Athletics Janet R. Cone announced on July 18 that a $4 million outdoor tennis facility will be built on the campus of UNC Asheville. According to a news release, the project is part of the ALL IN Comprehensive Campaign and will...
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