BRCC Honors Basic Law Enforcement Graduates

The Blue Ridge Community College Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) Academy hosted a pinning ceremony for Spring 2022 graduates on Wednesday, June 1. It was the college’s 40th graduating BLET class, and the event was held in the college’s Thomas Auditorium. The graduates included Richard M. Gibbard, Tuan Luu, Michael R. Paparozzi, and Haley M. […]

“Judgment of the Nephilim” Re-frames Old Testament

Ryan Pitterson gives readers a new perspective on the content of the Old Testament.

Mission Hospital May Face Competition

As HCA's Mission Hospital expands, a new competitor considers entering the healthcare market in Western North Carolina.

Enjoy a Magnetic Midsummer this Weekend

The Magnetic Theatre’s play "Midsummer for Haters!" concludes this weekend.

Music of the Eagles This Saturday Night

An all-star musical cast plays Eagles hits in an outdoor concert June 18.

Councilman Offers Twist to Firefighter Pay Issue

After a long meeting part of which was about how much firefighters get paid, councilman reverse course and offer a twist to end meeting. 

Black Hawks Play for State Softball Title

North Buncombe is playing for a state softball title for the first time ever.

Buncombe Reimagines Budgeting

Buncombe County is proposing holding the tax rate flat while floating bonds and searching out other source of revenue to fund extracurricular activities for government, like building affordable housing and zeroing out the human carbon footprint.

Lady Falcons Win Three Soccer Rounds

West Henderson advanced furthest in soccer playoffs, among the most local teams.

Mast General Stores Sponsor the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy

Shop at Mast General Store on Land Trust Day, June 4th, and 20% of the sale will be donated to the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy.