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Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Democrats made gains in Western N.C. Now comes the hard part Asheville approves RiverLink plan for former ice house site Convicted felon's claims of innocence to Excel College students clash with court records Escaped federal prisoner caught at Asheville hotel UNC Asheville receives $1.1M federal grant for new School of Business

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: A Man-Made Disaster: How Trump's administration slowed Hurricane Helene recovery Excel College announces hiring of law firm to investigate complaints, CPA to audit finances Asheville's housing authority announces $500M 'repositioning' plan Grove Arcade worker sues City of Asheville for $15M for 2024 incident Black Mountain missing-person case le...

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Asheville Housing Authority plans major overhaul of public housing communities Jamie Ager names bipartisan NC-11 transition committee with members from all counties and Qualla Boundary Council weighs $7M I-26 Connector upgrades, plus Helene parks recovery and speed-limit changes Once slated for housing in Asheville, city-owned property to become...

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: ‘Eyes on us everywhere’: Former Excel students describe monitoring, cramped housing and questionable academics Asheville poaches Baptista from Buncombe as assistant city manager Debate grows over who will fill Kim Roney’s Asheville council seat Asheville floodplain maps could be updated next spring Buncombe County trash costs to rise; the county...

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: From defeat to victory: How Asheville’s mayoral vote shifted in four years Roney: ‘We're going to get some stuff freaking done’ Who will fill Roney's vacant seat on Asheville City Council? NC Democrats will have more power next year, but must first face a GOP-controlled lame duck session Don’t throw away those campaign signs: Recycling options a...

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Who is Kim Roney? Five things to know about Asheville's incoming mayor Asheville residents share hopes for city's future Asheville is projecting another “challenging” budget year Madison County Commission gets 3 new members Democrats gain NC House majority for first time since 2010

Today's Asheville newscast references these election stories: Kim Roney defeats Esther Manheimer to become Asheville mayor Jamie Ager flips NC-11 seat, defeating Jennifer Balkcom in midterms Cooper becomes first Democrat to win US Senate race in NC since 2008 Quentin Miller secures third term as Buncombe sheriff Here's a link to the NC elections board website, where you can search all results

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: County poll workers gear up for Election Day after record early voting What does a soil and water supervisor do? More than you might think Greenway connections, lighting improvements coming to I-26 Connector DEQ, City of Hendersonville celebrate completion of floodplain restoration project ‘Quiet phase coming to an end’: Transylvania County part...

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Early voting record set in Buncombe County, as nearly 100K cast ballots Asheville City Council candidates push forward on public transit Second suspect charged in fatal Arden shooting case Federal charges mark escalation in battle over North Carolina’s forests Popular Madison Co. hiking spot Max Patch to get bathrooms, more parking

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Nearly 80K participate in early voting, setting county record Asheville tourism sees year-over-year growth in September Religion sparks ongoing debate between public school advocates and Christian group As Helene recovery needs persist, survivors find support at church dinner Asheville’s first AVL Unpaved trail opens at Azalea Park

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Divided Council approves 252 apartments in Sweeten Creek floodplain Bruce Haddock pleaded guilty. The next day, another arrest in Asheville Maggie Burleson retires as Asheville's city clerk, successor starts Nov. 1. Opinion: City should reopen more of Carrier Park, which has become an eyesore Historic Mason-Dixon Line Map going up for auction in...

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Asheville City Council candidates weigh in on police surveillance tools Buncombe candidates debate use of surveillance tech Lawsuit: Bullies created AI images of student, and ACA allowed it West Asheville residents raise concerns over homelessness Sidewalks proposed for Patton Avenue, Smokey Park Highway

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Asheville manager forecasts cuts in next year's 'challenging' budget Property tax amendment leaves key questions unanswered as WNC voters also weigh bonds Arden break-in prompts lockdowns at several schools   Opinion: Republican greed will backfire in NC's midterm elections Opinion: City should reopen more of Carrier Park, which has become an ey...

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Wrong-way driver charged after fatal I-26 crash Asheville candidates largely reject 'surveillance' cameras Asheville drag queen says attack ad that falsely links her to Jamie Ager was made with AI State audit flags improperly authorized spending by UNCA employees Public asked to lend voice to North Buncombe River Parks project

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: FEMA changes raise questions for WNC’s Helene recovery Hungry bears keep breaking into Asheville homes. This rule could help Sibelco signs letter of intent for up to $56M in funding 21 Buncombe absentee ballots rejected over unsealed envelopes Asheville home prices level off as market shifts

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Buncombe County commissioners oppose property tax amendment limiting local tax increases 7 years after Mission deal, HCA disputes state's authority to enforce purchase agreement Asheville car break-ins rise 24%, most cases involved unlocked vehicles Unaffiliated voters become majority force in Haywood County; early voting ahead of 2022 SNAP: Foo...

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Asheville police respond to questions on Flock, Axon audit Absentee ballot request deadline approaching for Buncombe County voters $4.1M bridge project begins near WNC Nature Center Hurricanes only one of the beasts farmers battle in ongoing climate war Taylor’s Wave opens on French Broad River

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: North Carolina receives $873 million for repairs Buncombe County bear-feeding ban takes effect Asheville’s 524-unit apartment plan raises flood safety concerns Great Smoky Cannabis Company offers blueprint for NC legalization Asheville restaurants weigh later hours, as demand increases for late-night meals

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: JD Vance to rally Republicans in Western North Carolina Organizers stress early voting at the latest No Kings demonstration Five-sentence "audit" raises questions on Asheville police tech use Hard-fought Asheville mayor’s race pits diplomat against dissenter After 12 years of planning, Enka trail project is dead

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Asheville mayoral race: Where Manheimer and Roney stand Five-sentence "audit" raises questions on Asheville police tech use Asheville leaders develop new workforce program to help residents find jobs Madison Co. authorizes funds for Phase 4 of its Public Service Complex Asheville performing arts center could open in 2035

 Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Asheville City Council unanimously approves Costco Asheville accepts $6M grant to prevent homelessness NC Supreme Court race tests Helene recovery rights, judicial independence Asheville City Board of Education approves extension on superintendent contract Haywood County Arts Council finds permanent home on Waynesville's Main Street

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Buncombe County early voting begins Oct. 15 Pisgah Legal among three aid groups suing over lawmakers’ funding redirection Swannanoa flooding concerns persist as NCDOT reviews drains $11 million gift will transform Warren Wilson's Science program Unique artifact revealed during demolition of Canton paper mill

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Asheville pedestrian dies after being hit by SUV, sixth in 2026 UNC System requests investigation of Christian college near Black Mountain Federal hemp restrictions poised to upend NC’s $3.2 billion industry Buncombe, Henderson counties report untreated wastewater discharged into river NC has found a temporary placement for Dolly the bear. So wh...

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Isaias brought record rain, along with flooding and landslides Costco traffic study projects 12,000 daily trips Who's running for the Asheville City Schools board in 2026? See where your county sits on scale of local property taxes Stink bug surge? Your questions, some answers

Today's Asheville newscast references these stories: Hurricane Isaias presents rain, flooding risk for Western North Carolina Buncombe pulls Axon Fusus contract item for added surveillance debate details PVC pipes swept away by Helene flooding still dominate river cleanup Asheville Costco advances after unanimous zoning recommendation Asheville plans ADA sidewalk upgrades on Lexington Avenue betwe...