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NPS reopens 26-mile segment of Blue Ridge Parkway

The National Park Service on Monday reopened a section of the Blue Ridge Parkway from milepost 382, in Asheville, to milepost 355.3 at the Ridge Junction Overlook, near the entrance to Mount Mitchell State Park, after the completion of two landslide repair projects at milepost 375 and 380.   Read Story »

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Investigation into alleged assault at youth club closed with no arrest

The Hendersonville Police Department has closed its investigation into an allegation that a girl was sexually assaulted at the Boys & Girls Club without an arrest, the city announced.   Read Story »

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Grand jury hands down additional indictments charging Absher

The founder and former operator of a shelter for homeless youth in Henderson County is facing additional charges of sexually abusing children, according to indictments filed on Monday.   Read Story »

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Local Disaster Recovery Partnership accepting requests for assistance

The Disaster Recovery Partnership, which was established in response to the need for a central, community-driven long-term recovery effort for Henderson County residents following Helene, is now accepting disaster recovery assistance requests from Henderson County residents affected by the storm.   Read Story »

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Stein appeals for $13½ billion in immediate Helene aid

Gov. Josh Stein used a visit to Henderson County on Monday to make a public appeal for an additional $13½ billion in Hurricane Helene recovery money, saying homeowners and small businesses still desperately need help and cities, towns, counties and the state need reimbursement for money they have already spent on damage repair and recovery.   Read Story »

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County wins $500,000 grant to upgrade East Flat Rock Park

A $500,000 state grant will help Henderson County make major improvements to East Flat Rock Park, including a new ADA-compliant playground and other upgrades.   Read Story »

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Carriage Park developer seeks to add 18 homes

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Biltmore herd manager Mike Corn inducted into Hall of Fame

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Caitlin Krisko and The Broadcast headline Rhythm & Brews

Caitlin Krisko and The Broadcast, a powerhouse soul rock band from Asheville, headlines the Rhythm & Brews concert downtown Thursday night.   Read Story »

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