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4:19

Wednesday, March 11: River Pipe Cleanup + Craggy Dam...

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2026/03/11

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:No Pipe Dream: PVC pipe cleanup still happening on the French BroadHow to weigh in on Asheville's new riverfront park design conceptsStudy: Craggy Dam's removal from could lower flooding risks, improve water qualityNational Park Service targets climate signage in the Great Smoky MountainsHaywood Community College hosts second annual WNC Environmental Summit

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4:09

Tuesday, March 10: Second Fatal Shooting + Water...

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2026/03/10

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Second Asheville fatal shooting in three days, city's first this yearState law restricts downzoning, affecting Buncombe County’s planning effortsBill Hart named as City of Asheville Water Resources DirectorCanton secures land for wastewater treatment and redevelops paper mill siteOpinion: ART buses sometimes look empty, but service is more complicated than we realize

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4:17

Monday, March 9: Parkway Reopening Timeline + Mayor...

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2026/03/09

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:All Helene-damaged Blue Ridge Parkway sections to reopen by end of yearCostco considering a return to development negotiating table, says Mayor ManheimerAfter 37 years of effort, work on the I-26 Connector finally getting startedMother gives birth in jail toilet after seeking medical assistanceAsheville restaurants navigate post-storm recovery and prepare for spring tourism

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4:27

Friday, March 6: Look at Local Officers Arrested +...

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2026/03/06

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Update on six Asheville-area law enforcement officers arrested in past yearSenators say Noem 'hampered' disaster response as delayed FEMA money comes to WNCDogwood Health Trust helps launch collaboration to strengthen WNC health centersAsheville Regional Airport reports strong passenger growth despite hurricane challengesEBCI residents respond to proposed name change to Eastern Cherokee Nation

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4:12

Thursday, March 5: Primary Turnout + Moore Makes...

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2026/03/05

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Buncombe County primary election turnout nears 55,000 votesMartin Moore elected Buncombe County's first Black district attorneyNC universities prepare for federal digital accessibility deadlineAsheville resident seeks help for loved one stranded in KuwaitStreet paper is also an income stream for Asheville's unhoused

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4:56

Wednesday, March 4: Primary Results + Introducing...

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2026/03/04

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Ager landslide, Moore wins DA, six moving on to city council general electionNew outdoor venue Hellbender to open in Asheville with concert seriesWarren Wilson, Mars Hill U + WCU part of program to bolster social work workforcePotential performing arts center in Asheville raises displacement concerns for East EndFormer Moog property sold and transformed into hub for displaced businesses

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4:24

Tuesday, March 3: Primary Boost, Key Races + Fighting...

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2026/03/03

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

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4:17

Monday, March 2: More FEMA Help + Budget Gap...

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2026/03/02

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:FEMA announces $166 million for North Carolina storm and COVID recovery effortsAsheville faces $26.4 million budget gap, exploring tax increases and cutsAsheville-Buncombe receives $5 million for homelessness prevention initiativeConcerns arise over Helene recovery plan for North Carolina national forestsHive Ambition's inaugural women's business social in March

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4:11

Friday, Feb. 27: Reparations Caution + Attorney...

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2026/02/27

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Questions, caution about reparations recommendations amid federal scrutinyAttorney found guilty of property theft through fraudStorm damage and grant delays endanger historic Black cemetery restorationWalton Street pool design progressesDA won't seek death penalty in Henderson County poisoning case

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4:11

Thursday, Feb. 26: Thoughts on $30M Shortfall + Site...

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2026/02/26

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

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4:32

Wednesday, Feb. 25: Edwards' Challenger Bio + Death...

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2026/02/25

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

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4:40

Tuesday, Feb. 24: Costco Post-Mortem + Ager Gets...

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2026/02/24

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Analysis: Costco's retreat underscores Asheville's dysfunctionNational Dems back Ager in NC-11 Democratic primaryAsheville to host G20 finance leaders in August, SeptemberFewer men at UNCA reflects growing gender gap statewideHistoric Riverview Station in Asheville sold, set for restoration after Helene

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4:25

Monday, Feb. 23: APD Officer Charged + Fired Nurse...

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2026/02/23

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

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4:23

Friday, Feb. 20: Costco Withdraws from AVL + Property...

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2026/02/20

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Costco withdraws application for highly anticipated Asheville locationBuncombe is mailing new property value notices in 2026 reappraisalTropical Storm Helene road repair costs near $5.8B in North CarolinaDrought tightens grip on Asheville, Buncombe County200+ students at A.C. Reynolds High School latest to hold anti-ICE walkout

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4:35

Thursday, Feb. 19: Bond Proposals + FEMA...

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2026/02/19

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Buncombe County lays groundwork for November bond referendaFEMA to reimburse western N.C. nearly $1.4M for Helene response costsNCInnovation Pipeline Program Launches at UNC AshevilleProtesters gather at Pack Square and Edwards’ office as part of National Day of ActionNew Asheville documentary looks at urban renewal's impact on Black residents*

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4:17

Wednesday, Feb. 18: French Broad Boost + Local...

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2026/02/18

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Gov. Stein Announces $5.7M for French Broad flood resilience projectsThree WNC leaders to advise governor on storm recovery, gangs, disabilityLocal restaurants relaunch and regroup on the flood plainDemocrats lead early voting turnout in Buncombe County primaryGroups rallying in Asheville, Hendersonville for National Day of Action

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4:11

Tuesday, Feb. 17: Helene Funding Holdup + Cotton Mill...

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2026/02/17

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:WNC still awaits billions in Tropical Storm Helene relief fundingBuncombe County explores single fire district tax rateUNCA students and community members hold a 'walk out' on campusCotton Mill studios reopen more than a year post-HeleneMayor Manheimer presents Billy Strings key to the city

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4:10

Monday, Feb. 16: WNC Drought Deepens + Counting...

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2026/02/16

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:WNC drought deepens despite rain; Buncombe now “severe"Volunteers conduct Buncombe homelessness count; results expected this springAsheville, Buncombe defend DEI outreach; deny race-based allocationsNC-11 Democrats must win rural WNC; party invests long-termPolice-impersonation suspect surrenders; held without bond

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4:16

Friday, Feb. 13: Canton Tech Pause + Local Measles...

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2026/02/13

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Canton approves yearlong moratorium on data centers, crypto miningBuncombe confirms seventh measles case; lists exposure sitesFairview roadside fires traced to catalytic converter debris, not arsonNC-11 GOP primary: Green Beret Adam Smith challenges EdwardsAsheville street paper The Intersection offers income, counters stereotypes

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4:11

Thursday, Feb. 12: Renew NC Stalls + AVL Passenger...

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2026/02/12

Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Helene survivors fear ReBuild NC déjà vu as Renew NC stallsStudy boosts Asheville passenger rail push; service eyed by 2035Asheville police to open Tanger outlet resource centerDA moves to oust WNC sheriffs over alleged misconductMission Hospital listening sessions set for March 9–10

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