The 2026 EPA Rollback: A New Toxic Gamble for WNC Watersheds? wnctimes.com/article/the-... #EPA #TrumpAdministration #WNC #WncWater #ToxicWater #EPA2026 #CleanWater #ToxicWater #Watersheds #CleanEnergy #Coal #DukeEnergy #BlueRidgeMountains #Asheville #CoalAsh #WNCnews #NCNEWS #WaterPollution

Chalk It Up: The 32nd Annual Smoky Mountain 9-Ball Shootout Returns to Waynesville | WNC Times Waynesville -- Get ready to rack ‘em up! The Old Armory Recreation Center is set to transform into a high-stakes billiards arena.

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WNC Parks Awarded Over $4 Million in Helene Recovery Grants wnctimes.com/article/wnc-... #HeleneRecovery #WNCStrong #WNCOutdoors #NCStateParks #NCParks #WNCNews #WesternNC #PARTF #NorthCarolina #OutdoorRecovery #WNC #WNCnews #Asheville

Two Arrested on Burglary Charges in Burke County wnctimes.com/article/burk... #Burke #WNCnews #Asheville #Localnews

Get Outside, Asheville Families! Top Outdoor Events: April 10-12 | WNC Times Asheville family fun this weekend! Discover top outdoor events April 10-12: nature walks, film fest, garden party & more in WNC!

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Asheville’s Indie Beat: Your Weekend Guide to Live Music (April 10-12) | WNC Times Asheville -- Asheville’s music scene is set to highlight indie music this weekend, April 10-12, with a range of live music venues hosting emerging ar...

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Speak Out: Public Hearing Scheduled for Duke Energy Rate Increase in Haywood County | WNC Times Haywood County residents to voice concerns over Duke Energy's proposed 18% rate hike at April 14, 2026 hearing. Impact on bills discussed.

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Two Charged with Felony Animal Cruelty After Welfare Check on Dog wnctimes.com/article/two-... #AnimalAbuse #AnimalCruelty #Dogs #WNC #WncNews #Pets #HendersonCountyNC #NC #NCNEWS #NorthCarolina #LocalNews #AnimalEnforcement

Henderson County Leads the Way: Statewide Online School Opens in the Fall | WNC Times Henderson County pioneers statewide online school! Mountain Community Online School (MCOS) expands access to NC students. Enrollment open!

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Backcountry at a Crossroads: Why Asheville is Gathering for Our Forests on April 15 | WNC Times Asheville -- For generations, the jagged ridgelines and deep coves of Western North Carolina have served as a sanctuary for those seeking silence

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Macon County Woman Arrested, Faces Drug Charges | WNC Times Macon County -- April 8, 2026: News Release Macon County Sheriff's Office: n April 6, 2026, the Macon County Sheriff's Office, with assistance from t...

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WNC Wellness Alert: Navigating the CDC Rabies Testing Pause and Protecting Your Family | WNC Times WNC Health Alert: Federal Lab Pause Hits Home As the CDC suspends diagnostic testing for rabies and other critical diseases due to a national staffing crisis, Western North Carolina finds itself on th...

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Eaton to Add 300 Jobs in Buncombe County Expansion | WNC Times Eaton expands in Buncombe County, adding 300 jobs! Boost to Asheville's economy with new manufacturing opportunities. Learn more!

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Main Street Melodies to Quilt Trails: A Guide to Waynesville’s Heritage Weekend! | WNC Times Celebrate Appalachian culture! Waynesville's Heritage Fest: music, crafts, food, & fun. April 17-18, 2026. Free admission!

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Artemis II Update: Crew Completes Lunar Flyby and Heads Home to Earth | WNC Times Artemis II has completed its lunar flyby. Discover the latest mission updates, how PARI in WNC is tracking the crew, and where to find the NASA live tracker.

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Will Asheville Lose Its Title as the ‘Forest Science Capital’? | WNC Times Asheville’s Southern Research Station and the historic Bent Creek forest face a major federal overhaul. See how the Forest Service move impacts our mountai

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Graham Co. Sheriff Ousted: What Hoxit's Removal Means for WNC | WNC Times Sheriff Hoxit's removal rocks WNC! Misconduct allegations, investigation details, and the impact on Graham County law enforcement.

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Renew NC Launches Commercial District Revitalization Program for Western North Carolina | WNC Times Raleigh -- April 6, 2026: North Carolina Josh Stein's Office: Today, the North Carolina Department of Commerce’s Division of Community Revitalization (DCR)

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Pedestrian Struck and Killed on Airport Road, Investigation Underway | WNC Times South Asheville resident, Andrew Angstead, dies after pedestrian accident on Airport Rd. APD investigating. Read for updates.

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Asheville Police Conduct Proactive Policing: Excessive Vehicle Noise and Reckless Driving | WNC Times Asheville Department officers conducted proactive efforts in the downtown area on Saturday evening in response to ongoing community complaints about exces

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Asheville Area Gas Prices Surge to $3.90 as Global Conflict Hits the Pump | WNC Times Asheville gas prices surge to $3.90! Up $1.05 from last year, impacting commuters. Find the cheapest gas with GasBuddy.

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Post Office Closures: A National Strategy Hitting WNC | WNC Times WNC -- April 5, 2026: The recent closure of the Webster Post Office in Jackson County is a local alarm bell for a massive, nationwide shift in how our...

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Burning Ban Lingers: WNC Wildfire Risk Remains High, Officials Warn | WNC Times WNC burning ban extended due to high wildfire risk. Drought & dry fuels fuel concerns. Learn about restrictions & penalties. Stay safe!

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Asheville Area Awakens: Bears Emerge, BearWise Offers Spring Safety Tips | WNC Times Asheville bears are waking up! Get BearWise spring safety tips to avoid conflicts in Asheville & Buncombe County. Stay safe this season!

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The Gap Between Taxes and Access: NC Homeschool Facts 2026 | WNC Times WNC -- For many homeschooling families in Western North Carolina, there is a common desire to participate in local school sports, bands, or clubs. Whi...

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McCormick Field to Host Big South Baseball Championship | WNC Times Asheville's McCormick Field will host the 2026 Big South Baseball Championship after a $23M renovation. Local team updates inside!

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Dog Day Afternoon at Lake Julian is Back! May 9, 2026 | WNC Times Arden -- Lake Julian May 9, 2026: Get ready to wag those tails! Mix 96.5 is bringing the ultimate pet celebration back to Lake Julian Park on Saturday...

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The Perfect Storm: Why WNC Schools are Facing a Fiscal Cliff in 2026 | WNC Times WNC -- April 5, 2026: While the rest of North Carolina watches the political tug-of-war in Raleigh, Western North Carolina is feeling a much colder r...

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Rabies Vaccine Bait Drop Begins in Western NC to Protect People and Pets | WNC Times Western North Carolina -- April 5, 2026: Press Release North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services - Starting in April, wildlife official...

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