Asheville Citizen Times

The Asheville Citizen-Times is the primary daily newspaper serving Asheville, North Carolina. It was created in 1991 through the merger of two newspapers: the morning Asheville Citizen and the afternoon Asheville Times. The paper is currently owned by Gannett.

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Biltmore Village's Corner Kitchen close to reopen after Helene, with hidden time capsules

1 week ago | citizen-times.com | Tiana Kennell

Corner Kitchen owners are renovating and will reopen the restaurant in July after it was severely damaged by Tropical Storm Helene. Eight time capsules containing mementos, letters, and recipes were placed within the restaurant's walls. A neighborhood-wide reopening celebration is planned for July 12 in Biltmore Village. ASHEVILLE - Inside Corner Kitchen’s walls, time capsules are hidden, sealing in memories from the restaurant and the city's best and worst times.
More than 40 businesses in Hot Springs, Marshall receive Mountain Bizworks grant funds

1 week ago | citizen-times.com | Johnny Casey

Mountain Bizworks funded nearly $700,000 in grants as part of its Rebuilding Together grant program. In Marshall, 30 businesses were awarded funds, while in Hot Springs, 11 businesses received funds. Madison County allocated $100,000 for the grant program. According to Board of Commissioners Chair Matt Wechtel, the Article 44 money is reserved specifically for economic development.
Hot Springs water budget 'in very bad shape' after Helene ruins water bill software

1 week ago | citizen-times.com | Johnny Casey

Tropical Storm Helene caused a $300,000 shortfall in Hot Springs' budget, primarily impacting the Water Fund. The storm destroyed town records and software, forcing the town to rebuild its systems and delaying water billing. HOT SPRINGS - The town of Hot Springs has suffered a roughly $300,000 shortfall due to Tropical Storm Helene and is in danger of not reaching its budget.
Duke basketball's Kon Knueppel makes 2025 NBA Draft decision

1 week ago | citizen-times.com | Rodd Baxley

Duke basketball player Kon Knueppel announced he will enter the 2025 NBA Draft. Knueppel is projected as a top-10 pick after a successful freshman season where he averaged 14.4 points, 4 rebounds, and 2.7 assists. He was the ACC Tournament MVP and a key player in Duke's Elite Eight run. Knueppel is expected to be a valuable two-way player in the NBA. Duke basketball’s Kon Knueppel will enter the 2025 NBA Draft, he announced Wednesday in a social media post. "Forever a Blue Devil.
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Why North Henderson baseball standout Peyton Maybin's success begins with a bond of brothers

1 week ago | citizen-times.com | Zachary Huber

North Henderson junior pitcher Peyton Maybin is having a successful season with a 3-3 record and a 0.66 ERA. Maybin's older brothers, Adam and Jonathan, are his biggest role models and have supported his baseball career from a young age. The Maybin brothers share a close bond, including baseball superstitions like pregame meals and specific game-day attire.
West Asheville's Patton Avenue is getting a section of new sidewalk

1 week ago | citizen-times.com | Sarah Honosky

ASHEVILLE - A new sidewalk is coming to a key section of West Asheville's Patton Avenue, spanning the eastbound half-mile between Druid Drive and Louisiana Avenue. Asheville City Council authorized the city manager to enter into a $743,339 contract with Appalachian Sitework for the sidewalk improvements April 8. Funding for the project was approved through the city's 2016 general obligation bond referendum and is included in the adopted Capital Improvement Program.
Photos: Reynolds softball faces Robbinsville at Western Carolina University

1 week ago | citizen-times.com | Josh Bell

Josh BellAC Reynolds freshman pitcher Maggie Nesbitt throws against Robbinsville Monday, April 14, 2025, at Western Carolina University. Robbinsville defeated Reynolds 7-1. Josh Bell / Asheville Citizen TimesRobbinsville freshman infielder Kynadee Spencer makes the throw to first base against AC Reynolds Monday, April 14, 2025, at Western Carolina University. Robbinsville defeated Reynolds 7-1.
NC DOT opens new I-26 lanes in Buncombe County

1 week ago | citizen-times.com | Ryley Ober

ASHEVILLE - A few days after new permanent lanes opened along Interstate 26 in South Asheville, the next stretch of highway will open to additional lanes the morning of April 15, the N.C. Department of Transportation announced. After an overnight closure to remove traffic control devices, the NCDOT contractor will open traffic to three lanes from Long Shoals Road southeast to Glenn Bridge Road in South Asheville.
Vote for the Citizen Times, Times-News boys athlete of the week for April 6-12

1 week ago | citizen-times.com | Evan Gerike

Following Week 7 of WNC spring sports, it's time to vote on last week's top performances from boys athletes in WNC. Vote for the boys athlete who had the best performance last week. The poll closes Thursday at noon. Corbin Spilliards, Christ School: Spilliards hit a grand slam and a three-run home run in a 20-0 win over Asheville Christian Academy. He finished the day 2-for-2 with seven RBIs and three runs scored.