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Asheville: Man shot during fight at bar, police say - WYFF
Asheville: Man shot during fight at bar, police say WYFF
Published on 1 September 2025 | 11:14 am
Teen with gun arrested at WNC football game - WYFF
Teen with gun arrested at WNC football game WYFF
Published on 1 September 2025 | 3:03 am
Men's Soccer Falls to Queens (N.C.) on Sunday - UNC Asheville Athletics
Men's Soccer Falls to Queens (N.C.) on Sunday UNC Asheville Athletics
Published on 1 September 2025 | 12:44 am
UNC Asheville vs Queens (NC) - UNC Asheville Athletics
UNC Asheville vs Queens (NC) UNC Asheville Athletics
Published on 1 September 2025 | 12:33 am
Arguments lead to 2 shootings after bar fight in Asheville, police say - FOX Carolina
Arguments lead to 2 shootings after bar fight in Asheville, police say FOX Carolina
Published on 31 August 2025 | 9:43 pm
Who speaks for the trees? - Mountain Xpress
Who speaks for the trees? Mountain Xpress
Published on 31 August 2025 | 9:13 pm
Juvenile in custody after bringing a gun to a Buncombe Co. football game - WLOS
Juvenile in custody after bringing a gun to a Buncombe Co. football game WLOS
Published on 31 August 2025 | 2:21 pm
Matthews high schoolers host Helene benefit 5K - WCNC
Matthews high schoolers host Helene benefit 5K WCNC
Published on 31 August 2025 | 12:13 pm
Buncombe Democrats host event with Sen. Mark Kelly to energize voters for future elections - WLOS
Buncombe Democrats host event with Sen. Mark Kelly to energize voters for future elections WLOS
Published on 31 August 2025 | 1:38 am
Buncombe Democrats host event with Sen. Mark Kelly to energize voters for future elections - WLOS
Buncombe Democrats host event with Sen. Mark Kelly to energize voters for future elections WLOS
Published on 31 August 2025 | 1:38 am
Daily Courier Events - Asheville Symphony In The Park @ Boomtown Arts & Heritage FestAVL 2025 - thedigitalcourier.com
Daily Courier Events - Asheville Symphony In The Park @ Boomtown Arts & Heritage FestAVL 2025 thedigitalcourier.com
Published on 30 August 2025 | 9:20 am
Buncombe County woman wins $2M prize with $20 scratch-off ticket - WLOS
Buncombe County woman wins $2M prize with $20 scratch-off ticket WLOS
Published on 30 August 2025 | 1:10 am
Buncombe County woman wins $2M prize with $20 scratch-off ticket - WLOS
Buncombe County woman wins $2M prize with $20 scratch-off ticket WLOS
Published on 29 August 2025 | 8:52 pm
Woman wins $2M from scratch-off in Buncombe Co. - WSPA 7NEWS
Woman wins $2M from scratch-off in Buncombe Co. WSPA 7NEWS
Published on 29 August 2025 | 8:05 pm
Buncombe Co. woman becomes million dollar lottery winner - FOX Carolina
Buncombe Co. woman becomes million dollar lottery winner FOX Carolina
Published on 29 August 2025 | 7:51 pm
Buncombe County woman celebrates $2 million win - NC Education Lottery
Buncombe County woman celebrates $2 million win NC Education Lottery
Published on 29 August 2025 | 7:35 pm
Buncombe, Asheville property transfers for July 26-Aug. 9 - The Asheville Citizen Times
Buncombe, Asheville property transfers for July 26-Aug. 9 The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 29 August 2025 | 9:11 am
North Carolina saw record-breaking tourism numbers in 2024. WNC is still struggling - WLOS
North Carolina saw record-breaking tourism numbers in 2024. WNC is still struggling WLOS
Published on 28 August 2025 | 5:27 pm
Buncombe Co. sheriff raises safety concern following ICE arrest outside courthouse - FOX Carolina
Buncombe Co. sheriff raises safety concern following ICE arrest outside courthouse FOX Carolina
Published on 27 August 2025 | 2:59 pm
Buncombe Co. sheriff raises safety concern following ICE arrest outside courthouse - FOX Carolina
Buncombe Co. sheriff raises safety concern following ICE arrest outside courthouse FOX Carolina
Published on 27 August 2025 | 2:57 pm
Home Again in Buncombe County - Samaritan's Purse
Home Again in Buncombe County Samaritan's Purse
Published on 27 August 2025 | 2:14 pm
More than 19K gallons of untreated sewage discharge reported in Buncombe County - WLOS
More than 19K gallons of untreated sewage discharge reported in Buncombe County WLOS
Published on 26 August 2025 | 8:05 pm
Nonprofit brings 'serenity rooms' to teachers at 5 schools in Buncombe County - WLOS
Nonprofit brings 'serenity rooms' to teachers at 5 schools in Buncombe County WLOS
Published on 26 August 2025 | 5:36 pm
Which Buncombe County offices are closed for Labor Day holiday? - The Asheville Citizen Times
Which Buncombe County offices are closed for Labor Day holiday? The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 26 August 2025 | 5:15 pm
Answer Man: How much lottery money do Buncombe County, Asheville City Schools get? Why doesn’t the Buncombe Sheriff’s Office have an app? - Asheville Watchdog
Answer Man: How much lottery money do Buncombe County, Asheville City Schools get? Why doesn’t the Buncombe Sheriff’s Office have an app? Asheville Watchdog
Published on 26 August 2025 | 11:00 am
ICE arrests man outside Buncombe County Courthouse; sheriff raises safety concerns - WLOS
ICE arrests man outside Buncombe County Courthouse; sheriff raises safety concerns WLOS
Published on 26 August 2025 | 12:35 am
WNC schools return to class, including Buncombe County Schools, Asheville City Schools - WLOS
WNC schools return to class, including Buncombe County Schools, Asheville City Schools WLOS
Published on 25 August 2025 | 12:37 pm
'Together We Rise': Buncombe County educators reflect on resilience after Helene - WLOS
'Together We Rise': Buncombe County educators reflect on resilience after Helene WLOS
Published on 23 August 2025 | 3:12 am
ICE in Asheville: Officers detain man in downtown crosswalk, sparking safety concerns - The Asheville Citizen Times
ICE in Asheville: Officers detain man in downtown crosswalk, sparking safety concerns The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 22 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Last Night at Commission: Buncombe pilots unique landslide repair program in Swannanoa - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Last Night at Commission: Buncombe pilots unique landslide repair program in Swannanoa Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 20 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Missing 14-year-old Buncombe County girl found dead after search: authorities - WLOS
Missing 14-year-old Buncombe County girl found dead after search: authorities WLOS
Published on 19 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Mission Health/HCA Healthcare settle antitrust lawsuit with Buncombe, Brevard and others - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Mission Health/HCA Healthcare settle antitrust lawsuit with Buncombe, Brevard and others Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 14 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County property tax bills available online; 2026 reappraisal underway - The Asheville Citizen Times
Buncombe County property tax bills available online; 2026 reappraisal underway The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 14 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County district attorney race grows: Assistant DA Katie Kurdys announces campaign - The Asheville Citizen Times
Buncombe County district attorney race grows: Assistant DA Katie Kurdys announces campaign The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 13 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe Co. Helene debris removal nears completion with 2.46 million cubic yards removed - WLOS
Buncombe Co. Helene debris removal nears completion with 2.46 million cubic yards removed WLOS
Published on 13 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County wraps up final summer town hall with focus on Helene recovery - WLOS
Buncombe County wraps up final summer town hall with focus on Helene recovery WLOS
Published on 7 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe Co. changes single-family zoning rule in unincorporated areas citing housing costs - The Asheville Citizen Times
Buncombe Co. changes single-family zoning rule in unincorporated areas citing housing costs The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 7 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Last Night at Commission: Buncombe eliminates last vestige of mandatory single-family zoning - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Last Night at Commission: Buncombe eliminates last vestige of mandatory single-family zoning Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 6 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Nearly 17,000 could lose Medicaid benefits, according to analysis of Buncombe impact - Asheville Watchdog
Nearly 17,000 could lose Medicaid benefits, according to analysis of Buncombe impact Asheville Watchdog
Published on 6 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County man sentenced up to 8 years for trafficking opium and heroin - WLOS
Buncombe County man sentenced up to 8 years for trafficking opium and heroin WLOS
Published on 5 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County man sentenced for drug trafficking - 828 News Now
Buncombe County man sentenced for drug trafficking 828 News Now
Published on 5 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County and Asheville property transfers for June 28-July 11 - The Asheville Citizen Times
Buncombe County and Asheville property transfers for June 28-July 11 The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 3 August 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe unemployment in June remained steady but still higher than pre-Helene levels - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Buncombe unemployment in June remained steady but still higher than pre-Helene levels Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 31 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County among best places to retire in NC, according to study - WLOS
Buncombe County among best places to retire in NC, according to study WLOS
Published on 31 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe Co. limits pretrial service eligibility, nearly one year after Houston rampage - WLOS
Buncombe Co. limits pretrial service eligibility, nearly one year after Houston rampage WLOS
Published on 31 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Commissioner Martin Moore launches campaign for Buncombe County district attorney - The Asheville Citizen Times
Commissioner Martin Moore launches campaign for Buncombe County district attorney The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 29 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County and Asheville property transfers for June 17-21 - The Asheville Citizen Times
Buncombe County and Asheville property transfers for June 17-21 The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 20 July 2025 | 7:00 am
One of Buncombe County's largest fraud cases exposes justice system failures - WLOS
One of Buncombe County's largest fraud cases exposes justice system failures WLOS
Published on 16 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Last night at Commission: Buncombe OKs $2M landfill expansion - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Last night at Commission: Buncombe OKs $2M landfill expansion Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 16 July 2025 | 7:00 am
9 arrested after major fraud ring dismantled in Buncombe County - WLOS
9 arrested after major fraud ring dismantled in Buncombe County WLOS
Published on 16 July 2025 | 7:00 am
When does summer break end? See first day of school for every public district in Western NC - The Asheville Citizen Times
When does summer break end? See first day of school for every public district in Western NC The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 15 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Applications now open for this year's Homeowner Grant Program in Buncombe County - WLOS
Applications now open for this year's Homeowner Grant Program in Buncombe County WLOS
Published on 15 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Man charged with 1st degree murder after woman found dead at Arden Shell Station - The Asheville Citizen Times
Man charged with 1st degree murder after woman found dead at Arden Shell Station The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 14 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Novant Health aims to build hospital in Buncombe County - Asheville Watchdog
Novant Health aims to build hospital in Buncombe County Asheville Watchdog
Published on 11 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County revises strategic plan post-storm, seeks input for Helene recovery - WLOS
Buncombe County revises strategic plan post-storm, seeks input for Helene recovery WLOS
Published on 11 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Helene recovery enters new phase in Buncombe County - 828 News Now
Helene recovery enters new phase in Buncombe County 828 News Now
Published on 10 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County Commissioner’s business created conflicts for her, county staff - Asheville Watchdog
Buncombe County Commissioner’s business created conflicts for her, county staff Asheville Watchdog
Published on 10 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe receives $10K grant from America250 NC to celebrate nation's 250th anniversary - WLOS
Buncombe receives $10K grant from America250 NC to celebrate nation's 250th anniversary WLOS
Published on 5 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County is part of a new state energy rebate program- here’s how you can apply - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Buncombe County is part of a new state energy rebate program- here’s how you can apply Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 3 July 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County dispatcher remembered for kindness, service - 828 News Now
Buncombe County dispatcher remembered for kindness, service 828 News Now
Published on 30 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County kicks off town hall series this week - 828 News Now
Buncombe County kicks off town hall series this week 828 News Now
Published on 24 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Lance resigns as chair of Buncombe County GOP - 828 News Now
Lance resigns as chair of Buncombe County GOP 828 News Now
Published on 24 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Commissioners select new Buncombe County attorney - WLOS
Commissioners select new Buncombe County attorney WLOS
Published on 18 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Commissioners vote to lift Buncombe County State of Emergency nearly 9 months after Helene - WLOS
Commissioners vote to lift Buncombe County State of Emergency nearly 9 months after Helene WLOS
Published on 18 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County detention officer fired after DWI, open container charges - WLOS
Buncombe County detention officer fired after DWI, open container charges WLOS
Published on 17 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe Co. labeled immigrant sanctuary is 'blatantly incorrect,' Sheriff Miller says - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Buncombe Co. labeled immigrant sanctuary is 'blatantly incorrect,' Sheriff Miller says Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 9 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County reboots post-Helene survey after delay from federal funding cuts - Spectrum News
Buncombe County reboots post-Helene survey after delay from federal funding cuts Spectrum News
Published on 9 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Asheville, Buncombe leaders call on NCDOT to reconsider I-26 flyover bridge plans - WLOS
Asheville, Buncombe leaders call on NCDOT to reconsider I-26 flyover bridge plans WLOS
Published on 9 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County and Asheville property transfers for May 15-20 - The Asheville Citizen Times
Buncombe County and Asheville property transfers for May 15-20 The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 8 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County to soon lift post-Helene state of emergency status - WLOS
Buncombe County to soon lift post-Helene state of emergency status WLOS
Published on 4 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Last night at Commission: Budget plans keep Buncombe schools funding level - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Last night at Commission: Budget plans keep Buncombe schools funding level Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 4 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Asheville, Buncombe Schools search for alternate funding after budget shortfall - WLOS
Asheville, Buncombe Schools search for alternate funding after budget shortfall WLOS
Published on 4 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County sheriff disputes senator's 'sanctuary' label, calls for removal from list - WLOS
Buncombe County sheriff disputes senator's 'sanctuary' label, calls for removal from list WLOS
Published on 4 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County sheriff disputes ‘sanctuary’ label from Sen. Tillis - 828 News Now
Buncombe County sheriff disputes ‘sanctuary’ label from Sen. Tillis 828 News Now
Published on 4 June 2025 | 7:00 am
DHS removes 'sanctuary jurisdiction' list including Buncombe County, criteria questioned - WLOS
DHS removes 'sanctuary jurisdiction' list including Buncombe County, criteria questioned WLOS
Published on 3 June 2025 | 7:00 am
'This has been an incredibly difficult year': Buncombe County passes 2026 budget - WLOS
'This has been an incredibly difficult year': Buncombe County passes 2026 budget WLOS
Published on 3 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Good news and bad news for Buncombe short-term rental owners post-Helene - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Good news and bad news for Buncombe short-term rental owners post-Helene Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 2 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County named on federal list of 'sanctuary jurisdictions' by DHS - WLOS
Buncombe County named on federal list of 'sanctuary jurisdictions' by DHS WLOS
Published on 31 May 2025 | 7:00 am
School staff cuts likely under current Buncombe funding, education group leader says - Blue Ridge Public Radio
School staff cuts likely under current Buncombe funding, education group leader says Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 27 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County and Asheville property transfers for May 1-10 - The Asheville Citizen Times
Buncombe County and Asheville property transfers for May 1-10 The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 25 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe revives post-Helene health survey axed by federal cuts - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Buncombe revives post-Helene health survey axed by federal cuts Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 23 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County launches door-to-door survey to assess post-Helene health needs - WLOS
Buncombe County launches door-to-door survey to assess post-Helene health needs WLOS
Published on 22 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe County Sheriff's Office did not return funds to 900+ former inmates, audit finds - WLOS
Buncombe County Sheriff's Office did not return funds to 900+ former inmates, audit finds WLOS
Published on 21 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Some Buncombe residents say they'll pay more in taxes for fully-funded schools - WLOS
Some Buncombe residents say they'll pay more in taxes for fully-funded schools WLOS
Published on 20 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Council approves additional funding for Buncombe County's Helene Recovery Housing Assistance Grant program - The City of Asheville (.gov)
Council approves additional funding for Buncombe County's Helene Recovery Housing Assistance Grant program The City of Asheville (.gov)
Published on 13 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Special state prosecutor joins SBI probe into Buncombe County Pretrial Services - WLOS
Special state prosecutor joins SBI probe into Buncombe County Pretrial Services WLOS
Published on 12 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Property tax hike considered in Buncombe County due to Helene's impact - WLOS
Property tax hike considered in Buncombe County due to Helene's impact WLOS
Published on 9 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Warrants: Second person charged with murder in 2023 Buncombe County homicide - WLOS
Warrants: Second person charged with murder in 2023 Buncombe County homicide WLOS
Published on 6 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe has ‘no statutory role’ in oversight of Mission morgue, county manager, commissioners say - Asheville Watchdog
Buncombe has ‘no statutory role’ in oversight of Mission morgue, county manager, commissioners say Asheville Watchdog
Published on 2 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe unemployment rate fell to 5.3% in March but still among highest in state - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Buncombe unemployment rate fell to 5.3% in March but still among highest in state Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 29 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Inmate at Buncombe County facility dies after medical emergency, officials confirm - WLOS
Inmate at Buncombe County facility dies after medical emergency, officials confirm WLOS
Published on 20 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Woman dies while in custody of Buncombe County Detention Facility - The Asheville Citizen Times
Woman dies while in custody of Buncombe County Detention Facility The Asheville Citizen Times
Published on 19 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Buncombe budget primer: How the county will decide on post-Helene spending for the 2026 fiscal year - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Buncombe budget primer: How the county will decide on post-Helene spending for the 2026 fiscal year Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 16 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Continuum of Care (COC) releases 2025 Point-in-Time Count numbers - The City of Asheville (.gov)
Continuum of Care (COC) releases 2025 Point-in-Time Count numbers The City of Asheville (.gov)
Published on 28 March 2025 | 7:00 am
DEQ Extends Code Purple Air Quality Forecasts in Western NC Due to Wildfires; Code Red in Buncombe County - NC Dept. of Environmental Quality (.gov)
DEQ Extends Code Purple Air Quality Forecasts in Western NC Due to Wildfires; Code Red in Buncombe County NC Dept. of Environmental Quality (.gov)
Published on 27 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Wildfire updates and resources for Buncombe County - AVLtoday
Wildfire updates and resources for Buncombe County AVLtoday
Published on 27 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Surge of recovery workers gives Buncombe hotels best-ever January for occupancy - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Surge of recovery workers gives Buncombe hotels best-ever January for occupancy Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 27 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Buncombe sheriff to ICE: Stay away from schools without a warrant - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Buncombe sheriff to ICE: Stay away from schools without a warrant Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 7 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and SilverArts foster friendships and strengthen community - The City of Asheville (.gov)
Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and SilverArts foster friendships and strengthen community The City of Asheville (.gov)
Published on 6 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Last night at Commission: Buncombe begins to use federal money for property buyouts - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Last night at Commission: Buncombe begins to use federal money for property buyouts Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 5 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Electrify Asheville-Buncombe Begins Home Energy Navigator Program to Guide Home Electrification Journeys - The City of Asheville (.gov)
Electrify Asheville-Buncombe Begins Home Energy Navigator Program to Guide Home Electrification Journeys The City of Asheville (.gov)
Published on 31 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Person found in Buncombe County listed as 105th fatality from Helene in North Carolina - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Person found in Buncombe County listed as 105th fatality from Helene in North Carolina Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 30 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Buncombe County projects a $20 million budget shortfall, implements hiring freeze and other cuts - Blue Ridge Public Radio
Buncombe County projects a $20 million budget shortfall, implements hiring freeze and other cuts Blue Ridge Public Radio
Published on 16 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Buncombe County Courthouse Operations for the Week of October 14, 2024 - The North Carolina Judicial Branch (.gov)
Buncombe County Courthouse Operations for the Week of October 14, 2024 The North Carolina Judicial Branch (.gov)
Published on 11 October 2024 | 7:00 am