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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Man charged with assault inflicting serious injury in Burnsville 'No Kings' protest

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

53-year-old Randy Horton Jr. was charged with assault inflicting serious injury on 73-year-old Norman Rabek. The assault occurred at a "No Kings" protest in Burnsville on June 14. Horton was given a $5,000 secured bond. BURNSVILLE - A man is charged with assault inflicting serious injury following an incident in which an older man was transported by EMS following an altercation at a Burnsville "No Kings" protest.
Your guide to things to do in Asheville and WNC this week

1 week ago | citizen-times.com | Chris Worthy

Numerous family-friendly events are happening in and around Asheville, NC, the week of June 20th. The events include festivals, concerts, nature programs, library events, and more. Chimney Rock Park is reopening June 27th with adjusted hours and access routes. Summer fun continues – with some learning and celebrating thrown in there too! Get the full calendar and much more at wncparent.com.
Photos: Volunteers gather to help deliver Mother Earth Foods to Barnardsville residents

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

Josh BellA Mother Earth Foods delivery truck arrives at Barnardsville Baptist Church in Barnardsville, June 12, 2025, to help deliver food to the community with Mother Earth Foods, an Asheville grocery delivery service. Mother Earth, an Asheville grocery delivery service, is in distress amid the Healthy Opportunities Pilot program’s cancellation.
Photos: Asheville residents protest federal health care cuts, ICE deportations

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

Josh BellAsheville residents gather at Senator Ted Budd’s Asheville office along Patton Avenue, June 17, 2025, to protest federal health care cuts and ICE deportations. Josh Bell / Asheville Citizen TimesAsheville residents gather at Senator Ted Budd’s Asheville office along Patton Avenue, June 17, 2025, to protest federal health care cuts and ICE deportations.
Photos: Asheville residents gather to protest federal health care cuts, ICE deportations

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

Josh BellAsheville residents gather at Senator Ted Budd’s Asheville office along Patton Avenue, June 17, 2025, to protest federal health care cuts and ICE deportations. Josh Bell / Asheville Citizen TimesAsheville residents gather at Senator Ted Budd’s Asheville office along Patton Avenue, June 17, 2025, to protest federal health care cuts and ICE deportations.
Fallen Riceville firefighter escorted home to Buncombe County

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

Josh BellFairview and Swannanoa firefighters gather on the Patton Cove Road overpass overlooking Interstate 40 as the Riceville Volunteer Fire Department and the Skyland Fire Department escort firefighter Violet Ray Caramella home to Buncombe County, June 17, 2025. Caramella died “during a multi-agency training exercise" in Montreat June 14, according to a Buncombe County news release June 16.
NC opens applications for Tropical Storm Helene home repair and rebuild program

1 week ago | citizen-times.com | Jacob Biba

North Carolina has launched an $807 million program to repair and rebuild single-family homes damaged by Tropical Storm Helene. The program prioritizes low-to-moderate income families but is open to homeowners earning up to 120% of the area median income. An intake center has opened in Marion, with plans for additional centers in Buncombe and Watauga counties to assist applicants.
Artisun Emporium combines Marshall metaphysical with Hot Springs quirky flair

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

Madison County business owners Pascha and Phillip Solomon opened Artisun Emporium in Hot Springs after their other businesses were damaged by Tropical Storm Helene. The new store features items salvaged from their other businesses, including Of Wand and Earth and the original Artisun Gallery and Cafe. The Solomons plan to eventually sell the salvaged items and other goods at Artisun Emporium, along with antiques and costumes.
UNC basketball offseason: Vote on the key piece of Tar Heels' roster for 2025-26 season

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

UNC basketball will feature at least nine newcomers in the 2025-26 season. The Tar Heels enter their fifth year under head coach Hubert Davis with a roster that includes five transfer portal additions and four freshmen around senior guard Seth Trimble. Trimble is the lone returner who played significant minutes last season for UNC, which saw five players enter the portal after its NCAA Tournament exit.
Police investigate altercation at Burnsville No Kings protest, older man transported by EMS

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

Burnsville police are investigating an altercation between a 73-year-old and a 53-year-old at a "No Kings" protest. No charges have been filed yet, but the police department will work with the District Attorney's office to determine appropriate charges. BURNSVILLE - The Burnsville Police Department is investigating an incident in which an older man was transported by EMS following an altercation at a "No Kings" protest.