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Free Daily Headlines
Sheriff’s office investigating after two men found shot to death
Detectives are investigating the shooting deaths of two men found dead outside their home on Chestnut Stump Road, according to a press release from Henderson County Sheriff’s Office. Read Story »
News
Courthouse dome glows pink in honor of Dolly
From the Empire State Building to Buckingham Palace, from Dollywood to Hollywood, from the Grand Ole Opry to Capitol, nations, cities, towns and villages paid tribute to Dolly Parton — Hendersonville, North Carolina, among them. Read Story »
![Koalson Green sits between his sister, Marvel Mae, (left) and brother, Weller William (right). The twins were born very premature and far from home this spring. [photo courtesy of Jill Hill]](/images/stories/2026/08/0902GreenBabbies.jpg)
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Benefit planned for family of premature twins born far from home
Churches, neighbors, family and friends will come together in Tuxedo in September to show their love and raise money for a couple that faced the premature birth of their twins this spring while on vacation hundreds of miles from home. Read Story »
News
Developer, city to square off Friday over zoning lawsuit
A developer is returning fire after the city of Hendersonville sought dismissal of its lawsuit seeking to reverse the city council’s denial of its rezoning request last January. Read Story »
Four Seasons Politics
Attorneys spar ahead of hearing on zoning lawsuit
A developer is returning fire after the city of Hendersonville sought dismissal of its lawsuit seeking to reverse the city council’s denial of its rezoning request last January. Read Story »
![The state Supreme Court contest between incumbent Justice Anita Earls, a Democrat, and former State Rep. Sarah Stevens, R-Surry, is drawing attention from both parties. [SARA MICHELS/Carolina Public Press]](/images/stories/2026/08/NCSupremeCourt.jpg)
Four Seasons Politics
An overlooked battleground in N.C. election
North Carolina Democrats are dead-set on winning one particular race this election cycle. Party leaders, saying the result will likely determine the future of Congress, have poured more $473,000 into the contest. Organizers, grassroots volunteers and other Democratic candidates are traveling across the state asking voters to pay attention to the matchup. It’s as make-or-break as it gets. Read Story »
Four Seasons Politics
Attorneys spar ahead of hearing on zoning lawsuit
An overlooked battleground in N.C. election
Community News
Here's where to find U-pick apple orchards
HHS student attends Appalachian STEM program
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City leaders hosting ‘Council Conversations’
Hendersonville City Council members are inviting constituents to join them at a series of “Council Conversations” — informal gatherings allowing the public to interact by asking questions, expressing concerns and working together toward solutions. Read Story »
![Hendersonville High School’s concert band performed during the Atlanta Olympics in 1996, weeks after New Zealand swimmers trained at Patton pool and revved up enthusiasm for the summer games. [COURTESY OF MATTHEW CALLOWAY]](/images/stories/2026/08/Atlanta - HHS Band Performance 1200 dpi.jpg)
Sports
30 years ago, we played our part in the Olympics
The FIFA World Cup dominated the international sports world this summer but 30 years ago Hendersonville was gripped by Olympic fever. Read Story »
Your Town
Here's where to find U-pick apple orchards
Henderson County pick-your-own apple orchards — and one pear orchard — are open now or opening soon. Read Story »
LOCAL BRIEFS: Fall plant sale, True Ridge fundraiser, 'Without Shade Without Rest'
Hard work overcoming adversity earns BRCC student the Academic Excellence Award
Cooper rallies supporters during campaign stop downtown
Fair adding flying cow cars, spookhouse, comedy juggler and more
Don't lure bears! wildlife agency warns after mama settles in Asheville home
County OKs 102-unit townhome development off U.S. 25 at I-26
County eyes major renovation of historic ballpark
Asheville bands rock R&B stage on Thursday
