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The Asheville Citizen Times and Hendersonville Times-News All-WNC track and field teams for 2025 NCHSAA, NCISAA seasons have been named. Roberson High School is playing in the state championship baseball series. New and old restaurants are finally opening after Tropical Storm Helene-caused tourism dip. Asheville and Buncombe County are facing budget shortfalls and proposed tax increases, also fallout from the unprecedented storm. The Citizen Times brings you exclusive coverage of all those topics and more — better than anyone in Western North Carolina. Take advantage of our annual subscription rate to and lock in unlimited access.
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What's happening post-Helene. Our investigation into Haven on the Hill, a temporary RV park set up for people displaced by the historic tropical storm, has found homeless discrimination, lack of basic services and alleged criminal conduct.
Asheville Answers column. We know you have many questions about the lingering impacts from Tropical Storm Helene — the deadliest natural disaster in North Carolina history. Send us your questions. Each week a Citizen Times reporter will find you the answers.
Asheville food news. Be the first to know when restaurants or breweries are reopening after Helene, and which are closing. Stay on top of all the latest news and trends in the city's food and dining scene.
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Karen Chávez is Executive Editor for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network. Tips, comments, questions? Call 828-236-8980, email KChavez@
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