11 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

APD detectives add 1st degree rape to murder suspect’s charges

Following the arrest of Douglas Michael Stroupe, 32, for the murder of Jennifer Rose Gerard and assault of another man on Nov. 20, Asheville Police Department detectives have added a 1st degree rape count to Stroupe's charges.

11 hours ago in Ask The Expert, Business, Housing, HVAC System & Maintenance Expert, Local, Native Advertising, ZZZ App Top Stories

Well pump pulling services from MB HAYNES

As part of MB HAYNES' continued commitment to serving their customers’ full scope of needs, they're excited to announce that their Plumbing Division now offers professional well pump pulling services — a crucial addition to their lineup that brings expertise, reliability and a deep sense of care to homeowners and businesses relying on well systems.

12 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories

Hint, hint, Santa: The Big Crafty returns this weekend with 180+ vendors

The Big Crafty, Asheville's semiannual craft shopping extravaganza, returns this weekend. Over 180 vendors will set up shop at Harrah's Cherokee Center on Saturday and Sunday.

12 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Music, On The Town, ZZZ App Top Stories

December concert calendar: Live music in Asheville area this month

The Asheville area boasts a vibrant live music scene with venues catering to a wide array of genres, performers and taste. Read our calendar of shows coming up later this month.

14 hours ago in Crime & Safety, Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office investigates scrap metal theft

Detectives ask residents to provide tips on suspect truck and occupants

15 hours ago in Sports, Trending

NFL division races tighten after a weekend full of surprises and upsets

The race for division titles in the NFL got tighter in Week 13. The Rams, Colts and Steelers became the latest first-place teams to lose Sunday. The Eagles and Ravens lost Thursday. The Patriots play Monday night. Five of the eight divisions have two teams tied for the top spot or separated by less than a game.

15 hours ago in Entertainment

25 holiday TV offerings to watch ranging from comedies to rom-coms and cozy mysteries

Whether you prefer something naughty, like the animated movie "Grandma Got Run Over By a Reindeer" or nice, like classics "The Sound of Music" and "Home Alone," streamers, cable and broadcast networks offer up festive choices in December.

15 hours ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Why Cyber Monday could break spending records despite economic uncertainty

Deals promoted as some of the best of the holiday season are expected to keep people across the United States glued to their computers and smartphones as the post-Thanksgiving shopping marathon wraps up on Cyber Monday.

15 hours ago in Entertainment

Super Bowl 2026: Pregame performers will include Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile and Coco Jones

The Super Bowl pregame show will open with a trio of standout performers in Northern California: Charlie Puth will hit the stage to sing the national anthem, Brandi Carlile will take on "America the Beautiful" and Coco Jones will sing "Lift Every Voice and Sing."

15 hours ago in World

Over 800 people are still missing after flooding in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand

Over 800 people remained missing Monday after devastating floods killed over 1,000 people last week in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Thailand, as Indonesia's president urged more action to confront the changing climate.

15 hours ago in Entertainment

‘Zootopia 2’ roars to record-setting global box office with $556M opening

The animated animal city sequel from the Walt Disney Company brought in $96 million in North America over the weekend, earned $156 million over the five-day Thanksgiving frame, and scored a staggering $556 million globally since its Wednesday opening, according to studio estimates Sunday.

15 hours ago in National

Former Trump lawyer Alina Habba disqualified as New Jersey prosecutor, US appeals court rules

The Trump administration's maneuvers to keep the president's former lawyer Alina Habba in place as New Jersey's top federal prosecutor were illegal and she is disqualified, a federal appeals court said Monday.

16 hours ago in Local, ZZZ App Top Stories

Canton drivers warned of weeklong night closures on Champion Drive

NC 215 will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. starting Dec. 1 as crews complete bridge demolition

16 hours ago in Business, Entertainment, Holiday Guide, Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Asheville-area residents can snag big savings on Dollywood trips

Resort stays up to 35% off and Cyber Monday season-pass perks arrive ahead of Smoky Mountain Christmas

17 hours ago in Local, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Winter Weather Advisory expands across Asheville area

Forecasters warn of slick roads and possible power outages from Monday night into Tuesday morning as freezing rain threat grows

17 hours ago in Arts & Culture, Asheville History, ZZZ App Top Stories

Exploring the Ben Long Frescoes of Western North Carolina

How the Ben Long frescoes along the Blue Ridge reflect Western North Carolina’s intersection of faith, art, history and community.

1 day ago in Arts & Culture, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, Perspectives, ZZZ App Top Stories

Ethan Hawke is a shooting star in Broadway biopic ‘Blue Moon’ – 828reviewsNOW

Richard Linklater, director of character-driven, dialogue-heavy dramas like "Boyhood" and "Before Sunrise" and charming hang-out comedies like "Dazed and Confused" and "Hit Man," is back with a film combining both disciplines. "Blue Moon," a biographical drama about famed Broadway lyricist Lorenz Hart, features what might be the greatest performance of frequent Linklater collaborator Ethan Hawke's career.

2 days ago in Ask The Expert, Business, Community, Housing, Local, Native Advertising, Restoration & Clean Up Service Expert, ZZZ App Top Stories

Stabilization, mitigation, reconstruction: 3 steps of fixing a water leak

Coming home from the holidays, one of the worst things you can discover is a water leak while you were away. However, Secure Restoration, a local housing mitigation and restoration company, can help.

2 days ago in Asheville History, Local, Native Advertising, ZZZ App Top Stories

Strangeville: The Enduring Mystery of the Wampus Cat

The Wampus Cat legend has long prowled across North Carolina - part myth, part reflection of the people who told it.

2 days ago in Arts & Culture, Lifestyle, Local, On The Town, Outdoors, ZZZ App Top Stories

Hikes of WNC: A Troll Treasure Trail

The North Carolina Arboretum is currently home to 12 massive, wooden trolls by internationally renowned sculpture artist Thomas Dambo. The statues, constructed from reclaimed wood and fashioned with distinct names and personalities, are scattered around the NC Arboretum grounds, making for a solid walk in the woods in addition to troll-borne delight.