A fast-growing wildfire broke out in northern McDowell County near Little Switzerland April 14, prompting evacuations of ...

A new sidewalk is coming to a key section of West Asheville's Patton Avenue, spanning a half-mile between Druid Drive and Louisiana Avenue.

An Asheville man was charged in a sexual assault cold case from over 25 years ago after forensic evidence was returned from the State Crime Lab.

Earth Day is April 22, a time for people to gather and celebrate the Earth. A time for environmental education and litter pick ups to help move toward a more sustainable future. Here is a list of ways ...

A lightning strike started a wildfire in the Nantahala National Forest, which grew to 120 acres as of April 15. Here's what to know about closures.

It's Week 8 of the spring sports season. Here are the top performers from Western North Carolina for this week. This list is compiled from information provided to the Citizen ...

Though Tax Day has arrived for much of the country, some residents of Western NC and other Helene-affected regions have a ...

The newest economic blackout calls on consumers to boycott Target, Walmart and other large corporations. Here's what to know.

The Swannanoa Ingles has been closed for more than six months after Tropical Storm Helene, creating food insecurity for some ...

Days after new permanent lanes opened along Interstate 26 in South Asheville, the next stretch of highway will open to ...

When bears develop a potentially dangerous level of comfort with humans and their food, they need to be relocated. Relocated bears don't often fare well.

Mountain Madre's downtown restaurant and agave bar is open at 13 W. Walnut St. For more, visit mountainmadreavl.com and follow @mountainmadreavl. Hi-Wire Brewing's River Arts District facility was ...