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Trump administration plans to highlight Asheville as destination 

Trump’s endorsement effectively clears the field 

The goal is to reduce flood risk in the French Broad River Basin 

Over 780,000 visitors come to ski in North Carolina  

Jamie Ager called out for fundraising practices  

Public information session scheduled for February 26^th  

Alignment casts doubt of Ackley’s commitment to conservatism

City ready to Let the Good Times Roll  

Guest story from Annie Dance, the leader of the Cops and Congress substack

Some users may receive messages in error as system is fully implemented  

Western North Carolina helping drive technological innovation across the Tar Heel State

The weeks-long festival celebrates the transformative ability of sports and the arts to foster friendship and wellness for participants ages 50-100+.

10^th year in a row to earn this distinction  

Funding seeks to help small businesses recover from Helene

Recovery efforts continue across the Blue Ridge Region  

Only two other hospitals in North Carolina received similar recognition  

$1.4 billion fishing industry expecting an impact 

“These state funds will continue to play an essential role in our community’s recovery from Helene, “said Helene Recovery Coordinator Bridget Herring. “The ability to have these grants pro-actively identified and approved, affords us the maximum opportunity to address gaps in funding for our community’s continued Helene recovery and resilience efforts.” 

Program turns innovation into economic activity

Three shelters now open

Health officials urge people to call ahead before risking exposure to other people  

Advanced heart health options now available  

Taxes hikes being contemplated 

His career spans over two decades of service to City of Asheville

Congress approved the funding in January 2025 

Mission Health is working with local authorities to identify individuals  

Programs help students access Western North Carolina’s world class rivers  

Agreement provides funding to the county’s two school systems  

Poll workers needed for election day  

City encourages community to attend