Matt Peiken

Wake Up, Asheville!

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Catch up on all the Asheville news every weekday morning. Our newscast podcast draws stories from across the local news media landscape to keep you in-the-know in under four minutes.

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Matt Peiken

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Nov 3, 2026

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Episodes

Friday, March 27: Proposed Budget Cuts + Bus Contract + Dirty Laundry Aired + No Kings 27.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Asheville's proposed budget cuts impact arts grants, community services Asheville approves $55M contract for bus system Buncombe lawmaker publicizes lewd message from UNC trustee   Second water main break disrupts service in Woodfin No Kings protests planned across Western North Carolina this weekend

Thursday, March 26: HVAC Failure Lawsuit + Arts Center's Next Step + Did DA-Elect Mishandle Cases? 26.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Asheville sues over HVAC failures at Harrah's Cherokee Center Asheville City Council takes another step toward new arts center Buncombe DA-elect accused of mishandling appellate cases and missing deadlines Asheville council OKs rate hikes for water, stormwater, sanitation After man's death in Asheville, FBI identifies him as wanted for 1988 armore...

Wednesday, March 25: Fire Danger + Music Scene Health + Mom Replaces Son in Jail 25.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Fire danger high across Asheville area amid drought conditions Asheville woman charged after shooting injures seven in downtown incident Kmart property in West Asheville remains vacant amid redevelopment struggles Asheville’s music industry is bigger than it was 2016, but structurally different A Marshall man didn’t report to prison, so a judge se...

Tuesday, March 24: 'Wandering Officers' in WNC + Transportation Dollars + Fundraising for TSA Workers 24.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: 'Wandering officers' widespread across Western North Carolina police departments From buckets to blacktop: NC lawmakers rethink how future transportation dollars are spent Community support drive for TSA officers at Asheville Regional Airport Proposed 226 affordable apartments in Shiloh neighborhood of Asheville Cleanup begins at Mountaineer Inn a...

Monday, March 23: Incursion to Ingles Board + Climate Resiliency + GAP AVL Report 23.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Sackler family seeks board seat at Ingles Markets amid performance concerns FEMA plans to relaunch climate resiliency grant program for North Carolina projects Buncombe County closes on Deaverview Mountain land The latest report from the Government Accountability Project of Asheville Would a new performing arts center in Asheville be a boon or a t...

Friday, March 20: HCA Balks at Transparency + Unified Fire District + Great Mother March 20.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: HCA board opposes Mayfield's proposal for transparency on Mission Hospital's acquisition Buncombe County plans unified fire tax district for better emergency coverage Roy Cooper brings campaign to Asheville, addressing rising living costs and data center regulations Dispute continues between Black Mountain businesses and town after failed meeting...

Thursday, March 19: Craggy Dam Debate + SNAP Stresses + Homelessness Help 19.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Debate over Buncombe's Craggy Dam: Value, cost, benefit and future in doubt New SNAP Requirements could stress county budgets Madison County considers rezoning for general store amid community concerns Asheville launches study on stormwater system and nuisance flooding issues $5 million awarded to prevent homelessness in Asheville-Buncombe area

Wednesday, March 18: Actions After Shootings + Sticker Shock + Airport Update 18.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Asheville leaders commit to 'urgency' after recent shootings, but also cite challenges Buncombe County homeowners face sticker shock over newly assessed property values Asheville Regional Airport update: parking fees studied; support for unpaid TSA workers Black Mountain moves public safety staff after building deemed unsafe $1M in grants for A-B...

Tuesday, March 17: Mission's Leadership + Contrasting Edwards, Ager + Van Noort Op-Ed 17.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Mission Hospital to evaluate leadership's 'capacity and competency' Here's what Chuck Edwards has to say about Iran war, FEMA reform and more Hickory Nut Gap Farms CEO Jamie Ager spells out contrasts with Edwards Nearly 6,000 acres intentionally burned across WNC already this month Van Noort: UNCA’s future will not be secured by standing still

Monday, March 16: HUD Addresses Funding Challenges + Flag-Burning Charges Dropped + Swannanoa Greenway 16.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: HUD addresses home repair funding challenges in WNC after Hurricane Helene Prosecutors drop charges against veteran who burned US flag in protest Josh Morgan resigns after eight years at Shining Rock Classical Academy Proposed greenway in Swannanoa aims to reduce flooding and boost resilience Buncombe County hosts property appeal clinics in April,...

Friday, March 13: GE Aerospace Expansion + Youth Career Development + Pedestrian Plan 13.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Asheville among cities to benefit from GE Aerospace expansion AG Jackson secures $2.5M in restored federal funding for public schools New YouthBuild program supports career development for local youths 'We're 100 years behind': Buncombe County begins work on first Pedestrian Plan Volunteers in Marshall working on Rollins, Blannahassett Island proj...

Thursday, March 12: Gun Violence Strategies + Library Assault Case Settlement + AVL Fee Hikes? 12.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Asheville leaders address gun violence with new safety initiatives, community partnerships Mission Hospital independent monitor meets with public in Asheville, Brevard Defendants guilty in West Asheville Library assault case With dam removal on table, tensions flare between conservationists, wastewater officials These Asheville services might see...

Wednesday, March 11: River Pipe Cleanup + Craggy Dam Removal + Signs of the Times 11.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: No Pipe Dream: PVC pipe cleanup still happening on the French Broad How to weigh in on Asheville's new riverfront park design concepts Study: Craggy Dam's removal from could lower flooding risks, improve water quality National Park Service targets climate signage in the Great Smoky Mountains Haywood Community College hosts second annual WNC Enviro...

Tuesday, March 10: Second Fatal Shooting + Water Resources Director + ART Bus Service 10.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Second Asheville fatal shooting in three days, city's first this year State law restricts downzoning, affecting Buncombe County’s planning efforts Bill Hart named as City of Asheville Water Resources Director Canton secures land for wastewater treatment and redevelops paper mill site Opinion: ART buses sometimes look empty, but service is more com...

Monday, March 9: Parkway Reopening Timeline + Mayor About Costco + Birth in Jail 09.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: All Helene-damaged Blue Ridge Parkway sections to reopen by end of year Costco considering a return to development negotiating table, says Mayor Manheimer After 37 years of effort, work on the I-26 Connector finally getting started Mother gives birth in jail toilet after seeking medical assistance Asheville restaurants navigate post-storm recovery...

Friday, March 6: Look at Local Officers Arrested + Noem 'Hampered' FEMA + Eastern Cherokee Nation 06.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Update on six Asheville-area law enforcement officers arrested in past year Senators say Noem 'hampered' disaster response as delayed FEMA money comes to WNC Dogwood Health Trust helps launch collaboration to strengthen WNC health centers Asheville Regional Airport reports strong passenger growth despite hurricane challenges EBCI residents respond...

Thursday, March 5: Primary Turnout + Moore Makes History + Local Tie to Iran War 05.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Buncombe County primary election turnout nears 55,000 votes Martin Moore elected Buncombe County's first Black district attorney NC universities prepare for federal digital accessibility deadline Asheville resident seeks help for loved one stranded in Kuwait Street paper is also an income stream for Asheville's unhoused

Wednesday, March 4: Primary Results + Introducing Hellbender + Area Schools Bolster Social Workforce 04.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Ager landslide, Moore wins DA, six moving on to city council general election New outdoor venue Hellbender to open in Asheville with concert series Warren Wilson, Mars Hill U + WCU part of program to bolster social work workforce Potential performing arts center in Asheville raises displacement concerns for East End Former Moog property sold and t...

Tuesday, March 3: Primary Boost, Key Races + Fighting for Costco + UNCA Stadium vs. Forest Primer 03.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: NC-11 Democrats oppose DCCC's early support for Jamie Ager Asheville City Council and Buncombe County DA races highlight today’s primary Local officials marshaling effort to bring Costco back to the table Madison County secures $3 million for new Public Safety Center funding A rundown of the controversy over UNC Asheville's proposed soccer stadium

Monday, March 2: More FEMA Help + Budget Gap Solutions + Homelessness Initiative 02.03.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: FEMA announces $166 million for North Carolina storm and COVID recovery efforts Asheville faces $26.4 million budget gap, exploring tax increases and cuts Asheville-Buncombe receives $5 million for homelessness prevention initiative Concerns arise over Helene recovery plan for North Carolina national forests Hive Ambition's inaugural women's busin...

Friday, Feb. 27: Reparations Caution + Attorney Guilty of Theft + DA Won't Seek Death Penalty 27.02.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Questions, caution about reparations recommendations amid federal scrutiny Attorney found guilty of property theft through fraud Storm damage and grant delays endanger historic Black cemetery restoration Walton Street pool design progresses DA won't seek death penalty in Henderson County poisoning case

Thursday, Feb. 26: Thoughts on $30M Shortfall + Site for new performance center? + Costco not dead yet? 26.02.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Residents respond to Asheville's $30M budget shortfall discussion Asheville unveils plans for a new performing arts center development Demolition plans for Mission Hospital's St. Joseph's campus Leaders work to revive Asheville Costco development plans City Council seeks funding for downtown road safety study

Wednesday, Feb. 25: Edwards' Challenger Bio + Death Penalty Pursuit + More on Suspended APD Officer 25.02.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Veteran Smith works to distinguish himself in challenge for NC-11 seat DA considers pursuing death penalty in murder-by-poison charges Suspended APD officer had previous domestic incidents before alleged assault Pisgah Forest service worker sues over age discrimination claims Asheville Downtown Association launches state of downtown survey

Tuesday, Feb. 24: Costco Post-Mortem + Ager Gets National Support + G20 to Asheville 24.02.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Analysis: Costco's retreat underscores Asheville's dysfunction National Dems back Ager in NC-11 Democratic primary Asheville to host G20 finance leaders in August, September Fewer men at UNCA reflects growing gender gap statewide Historic Riverview Station in Asheville sold, set for restoration after Helene

Monday, Feb. 23: APD Officer Charged + Fired Nurse Gets Support + Asheville in Epstein Files 23.02.2026

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories: Asheville police officer charged with assault same day he was sworn in Mission Hospital fired an ‘outspoken’ nurse. Supporters allege retaliation Asheville is the most lethal big city in the state for cyclists Southeastern Container to invest $31M in Buncombe expansion Asheville appears more than 100 times in Epstein files

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