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Federal Judge Orders FEMA to Reinstate BRIC Program, Freeing $200M for NC Mitigation Projects | WNC Times RALEIGH — A federal judge on Friday ordered FEMA to fully reinstate a key pre-disaster mitigation grant program that was cancelled last year, deliveri...

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Candler Wildfire Reaches 100 Acres as Forecasters Warn of Dangerous Fire Conditions Next Week | WNC Times CANDLER — A wildfire burning on Georges Branch Road in the Candler community of Buncombe County has grown to 100 acres and remained 65% contained Satu...

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City of Asheville: Urban Forestry Plan Workshop & Tree Seedling Giveaway March 21, 2026 | WNC Times ASHEVILLE -- ublic engagement for Asheville’s first Urban Forest Master Plan is underway. This community-driven plan will guide urban tree canopy mana...

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Oil Markets React as U.S. and Israel Launch Major Campaign in Iran | WNC Times Gas prices in Western NC surge due to Iran conflict! $3/gallon looms. See local prices in Asheville, Henderson County, and more.

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WNC Manufacturing Sector Rebounds With 4,400 Job Openings Despite Post-Helene Layoffs | WNC Times ASHEVILLE — Western North Carolina's manufacturing economy is showing signs of resilience despite a wave of post-Hurricane Helene layoffs, with more t...

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Salvage Station to Reopen as Year-Round Indoor Venue in River Arts District After Helene Destruction | WNC Times ASHEVILLE — One of Asheville's most celebrated live music destinations is preparing to rise again, with Salvage Station announcing plans to reopen as ...

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Six Advance to November Asheville City Council Race After Crowded Primary | WNC Times ASHEVILLE — Six candidates secured spots in November's Asheville City Council general election after Tuesday's primary winnowed a field of more than 2...

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NC Directs $472M in Water Infrastructure Grants to Storm-Hit WNC Communities | WNC Times RALEIGH — North Carolina has directed $472 million in drinking water and wastewater infrastructure funding to 66 counties as part of a broad post-Hurr...

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North Buncombe Throwers and T.C. Roberson Distance Stars Shine at Season Opener | WNC Times Bailey Barrett shatters discus record at Asheville meet! North Buncombe shines. Sinex, Roslonski also excel. Local sports news!

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Resilience Hubs Mapping Project Underway to Inform Network Development | WNC Times Asheville -- City of Asheville News March 4, 2026: In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Asheville residents activated powerful networks of care to support...

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Yancey County Humane Society: Parvo Get Your Dog Vaccinated | WNC Times Yancey County -- March 5, 2026: Serious Warning from the Yancey County Humane Society: We're fixing to get REALLY REAL with the residents of Yancey C...

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Elk Mountain Scenic Highway Death Investigation | WNC Times BUNCOMBE COUNTY -- Buncombe County Sheriff's Office Department Press Release March 5, 2026: On March 4th, during a search for a man reported missing ...

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Keifer Sutherland: Love Will Bring You Home wnctimes.com/events/kiefe... #KeiferSutherland #countrymusic #LiveConcert #Concert @wncw.bsky.social @asheville.bsky.social #avl #Asheville #avlevents #AshevilleEvents #NightLife #WncEvents #WNCnews #music #LiveMusic

Attorney General Jeff Jackson Sues to Stop Illegal Tariffs | WNC Times Raleigh -- North Carolina Attorney General Jack Jakson's Office: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, March 5, 2026 Attorney General Jeff Jackson Sues to S...

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Fairview Volunteer Fire Department Addition of SUV for Search & Rescue K9 Operations | WNC Times FAIRVIEW -- Congratulations to the Fairview Volunteer Fire Department on much-needed donated equipment & vehicle! VFD in Buncombe County made the...

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State Funds Finally Secured Canton’s Future State Funds Finally Secured Canton’s Future wnctimes.com/.../state-fu.... #CantonNC #Papertown #Infrastructure #PactivEvergreen #NCStateBudget #CleanWater #HeleneRecovery #Wncbusiness#NorthCarolina #NCNEWS #LocalNews #LocalBusiness #HaywoodCounty #WNCnews

State Funds Finally Secured Canton’s Future | WNC Times State funding secured: Canton moves forward with land purchase for new town-owned wastewater plant at the former mill site.The money keeping Canton af...

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Local Roots, Global Impact: LEAF "Deep Roots" Anchors a Vibrant Final Weekend of May | WNC Times LEAF Festival returns to Black Mountain, promising a $15M boost to Asheville's economy! Music, arts, and community from May 8-11. Get tickets!

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Local Roots, Global Impact: LEAF "Deep Roots" Anchors a Vibrant Final Weekend of May | WNC Times LEAF Festival returns to Black Mountain, promising a $15M boost to Asheville's economy! Music, arts, and community from May 8-11. Get tickets!

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Asheville Blooms: Your 2026 Guide to Spring Festivals & Fun! | WNC Times Plan your Asheville spring 2026! Discover vibrant festivals, arts, music, and community events in Western North Carolina.

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Asheville Tourism Boom Strained by Housing Crisis | WNC Times Asheville tourism surges, straining affordable housing. Businesses face worker shortages amid record revenues. Can growth and housing align?

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Ager Cruises to Victory in NC-11 Democratic Primary | WNC Times Jamie Ager wins the NC-11 Democratic primary! The Hickory Nut Gap Farms CEO advances to the general election. Get the latest Asheville area results.

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I-40 East Reopens After Vehicle Fire Near Clyde Causes Major Delays | WNC Times I-40 East in Haywood County reopened Thursday morning, March 5, 2026, after a semi-truck fire

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Asheville Police Arrest Hit-and-Run Driver | WNC Times Asheville -- Press Release: Asheville Police Department Patrol Officers arrested a driver who struck several vehicles and light poles in downtown Asheville.

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North Carolina Measles Cases Rise to 24 | WNC Times State health officials confirmed on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, that North Carolina has now reached 24 reported cases of measles since December 2025.

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The Orange Peel's 'Hellbender' Venue: Asheville's New Music Hotspot | WNC Times The Orange Peel unveils Hellbender, a 6,000-capacity outdoor music venue in Asheville, NC, opening July 2026. Mavis Staples to perform!

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SoCon Tourney Tip-Off: Asheville Braces for $10M Economic Boost | WNC Times Asheville anticipates a $10M economic boost from the Ingles Southern Conference Basketball Championships. Tournament starts March 5th!

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Asheville's Economic Recovery Uneven: Michelin Stars and New Airport Gates, But Axeville to Close | WNC Times ASHEVILLE — Asheville's post-Helene economic recovery is producing a mixed picture for local businesses, with high-profile culinary recognition and ai...

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Asheville Faces Up to $30 Million Budget Gap, Residents Brace for Service Cuts and Tax Increases | WNC Times ASHEVILLE — City leaders are confronting a projected budget shortfall of up to $30 million for the 2026-27 fiscal year, a gap that officials say will ...

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Asheville Lands $6.9M in Federal and State Funds to Rebuild Water Plant, Storm-Damaged Parks | WNC Times ASHEVILLE — The city of Asheville has secured $6.9 million in additional FEMA and state recovery funds to rebuild water infrastructure and repair publ...

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