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4:54

Wednesday, April 8: Population Decline + Forest...

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2026/04/08

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Buncombe County lost population for the first time in agesForest Service overhaul could impact Asheville research hubsFEMA announces funding for home buyouts in Helene recovery effortHere's what goes into fire ban decisionsEaton expanding with 300 high-wage jobs in Buncombe County

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5:09

Tuesday, April 7: Funding Schools + Ramada Project +...

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2026/04/07

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Buncombe County Schools request more funding after NC Supreme Court rulingAffordable housing project approved amid traffic concerns in AshevilleDeveloper says Asheville Ramada project still underwayMission Hospital unit’s core nursing staff plunged in years before woman’s deathDrawing from Real Life: Comics anthology inspired by Helene

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4:56

Monday, April 6: Housing Funding Challenges + Qualla...

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2026/04/06

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Housing funding challenges hinder recovery for Hurricane Helene survivors in WNCHomelessness count reveals rising numbers and personal stories from Asheville residents$8 million grant for Pisgah National Forest restoration projectsEBCI suspends Qualla Enterprises board amid investigation into misconductA-B Tech wins accolades at regional culinary competition and heads to nationals

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4:50

Friday, April 3: Mission Expansion + County Budget +...

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2026/04/03

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Despite multiple sanctions, Mission Hospital receives state approval to add 95 bedsBuncombe County eyes $500M-plus budget amid rising costsTwo Asheville disability service nonprofits merge operationsPisgah Astronomical Research Institute supports NASA's Artemis II mission trackingBurial Beer plans new River Arts District taproom

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4:58

Thursday, April 2: Fire Surge Despite Burn Ban +...

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2026/04/02

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Burn ban fails to stop surge in North Carolina wildfiresManagement plan for NC national forests breaks federal law, judge rulesBuncombe County increases budget, Asheville plans service cuts amid financial challengesAsheville City Council considers eliminating parking minimums to boost housing developmentTracy Parkinson named MHU’s Executive Vice President and Provost

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4:52

Wednesday, April 1: Wildfires Update + Train Momentum...

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2026/04/01

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Wildfires in North Carolina prompt statewide burn ban amid drought conditionsAsheville-to-Salisbury train project gains momentum and support from local leadersKindergarteners and K-2 Black students made gains, but education gaps remainBlue Ridge Parkway repairs expected to be completed by end of yearRollins community celebrates families moving into new homes

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5:07

Tuesday, March 31: Tax Burden Shifts + Sports Tourism...

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2026/03/31

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Buncombe tax reassessment shifts burden from businesses to homeownersTourism officials consider sports complexes for visitor attractionWildfires burning in Asheville area, Jumping Branch Fire reaches 175 acresLegacy of Asheville's Big Flush water system cleanse 30 years agoHaywood commissioners to appoint interim tax collector after sudden resignation

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5:13

Monday, March 30: 'No Kings' Rally + Homelessness...

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2026/03/30

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:‘We’ve got to fight until Trump is gone’: Asheville’s 3rd No Kings rally draws record crowdImpact of Hurricane Helene on homelessness in Buncombe CountyU.S. 64 reopens for public traffic after 18-month closureNC elections officials caution against ‘saying stupid things’Asheville's plans for a new performing arts center after 60 years

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5:10

Friday, March 27: Proposed Budget Cuts + Bus Contract...

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2026/03/27

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Asheville's proposed budget cuts impact arts grants, community servicesAsheville approves $55M contract for bus systemBuncombe lawmaker publicizes lewd message from UNC trustee Second water main break disrupts service in WoodfinNo Kings protests planned across Western North Carolina this weekend

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5:09

Thursday, March 26: HVAC Failure Lawsuit + Arts...

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2026/03/26

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Asheville sues over HVAC failures at Harrah's Cherokee CenterAsheville City Council takes another step toward new arts centerBuncombe DA-elect accused of mishandling appellate cases and missing deadlinesAsheville council OKs rate hikes for water, stormwater, sanitationAfter man's death in Asheville, FBI identifies him as wanted for 1988 armored car theft

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5:07

Wednesday, March 25: Fire Danger + Music Scene Health...

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2026/03/25

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Fire danger high across Asheville area amid drought conditionsAsheville woman charged after shooting injures seven in downtown incidentKmart property in West Asheville remains vacant amid redevelopment strugglesAsheville’s music industry is bigger than it was 2016, but structurally differentA Marshall man didn’t report to prison, so a judge sent his mother to jail

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5:16

Tuesday, March 24: 'Wandering Officers' in WNC +...

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2026/03/24

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:'Wandering officers' widespread across Western North Carolina police departmentsFrom buckets to blacktop: NC lawmakers rethink how future transportation dollars are spentCommunity support drive for TSA officers at Asheville Regional AirportProposed 226 affordable apartments in Shiloh neighborhood of AshevilleCleanup begins at Mountaineer Inn after years of neglect and unpaid taxes

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5:17

Monday, March 23: Incursion to Ingles Board + Climate...

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2026/03/23

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Sackler family seeks board seat at Ingles Markets amid performance concernsFEMA plans to relaunch climate resiliency grant program for North Carolina projectsBuncombe County closes on Deaverview Mountain landThe latest report from the Government Accountability Project of AshevilleWould a new performing arts center in Asheville be a boon or a threat to The Block?

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4:20

Friday, March 20: HCA Balks at Transparency + Unified...

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2026/03/20

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:HCA board opposes Mayfield's proposal for transparency on Mission Hospital's acquisitionBuncombe County plans unified fire tax district for better emergency coverageRoy Cooper brings campaign to Asheville, addressing rising living costs and data center regulationsDispute continues between Black Mountain businesses and town after failed meetingGreat Mother March empowers individuals through creative expression and unity

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4:12

Thursday, March 19: Craggy Dam Debate + SNAP Stresses...

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2026/03/19

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

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4:19

Wednesday, March 18: Actions After Shootings +...

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2026/03/18

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Asheville leaders commit to 'urgency' after recent shootings, but also cite challengesBuncombe County homeowners face sticker shock over newly assessed property valuesAsheville Regional Airport update: parking fees studied; support for unpaid TSA workersBlack Mountain moves public safety staff after building deemed unsafe$1M in grants for A-B Tech's high school work-based education program

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4:40

Tuesday, March 17: Mission's Leadership + Contrasting...

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2026/03/17

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 moreHickory Nut Gap Farms CEO Jamie Ager spells out contrasts with EdwardsNearly 6,000 acres intentionally burned across WNC already this monthVan Noort: UNCA’s future will not be secured by standing still

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4:18

Monday, March 16: HUD Addresses Funding Challenges +...

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2026/03/16

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:HUD addresses home repair funding challenges in WNC after Hurricane HeleneProsecutors drop charges against veteran who burned US flag in protestJosh Morgan resigns after eight years at Shining Rock Classical AcademyProposed greenway in Swannanoa aims to reduce flooding and boost resilienceBuncombe County hosts property appeal clinics in April, final appeal deadline May 5

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4:28

Friday, March 13: GE Aerospace Expansion + Youth...

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2026/03/13

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

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4:19

Thursday, March 12: Gun Violence Strategies + Library...

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2026/03/12

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Asheville leaders address gun violence with new safety initiatives, community partnershipsMission Hospital independent monitor meets with public in Asheville, BrevardDefendants guilty in West Asheville Library assault caseWith dam removal on table, tensions flare between conservationists, wastewater officialsThese Asheville services might see fee hikes this year

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