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Mountain Sports Report: Big South Tourney Hits Asheville, High School Postseason IgnitesSports

Mountain Sports Report: Big South Tourney Hits Asheville, High School Postseason Ignites

WNC Sports News -- May 18, 2026: Western North Carolina is the epicenter of regional sports action this week. From crucial high school series to Division I collegiate baseball championship tournament play right in downtown Asheville, sports fans have a packed calendar to follow.

Marge FarringtonMay 18, 2026
Remembering Brandon Clarke: A Legacy of Grit and Kindness

Remembering Brandon Clarke: A Legacy of Grit and Kindness

Memphis -- May 12, 2026: The sports world and the Memphis community are in shock following the sudden passing of Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke. News of his death at age 29 was confirmed earlier today, Tuesday, May 12, leaving teammates, fans, and the basketball community at large reeling from the loss of a man widely regarded as a "gentle soul."

May 12, 2026
Friday Night Lights Get a New Look: Girls’ Flag Football is Officially Sanctioned in NC

Friday Night Lights Get a New Look: Girls’ Flag Football is Officially Sanctioned in NC

NC -- May 12, 2026: Last Wednesday, May 6, the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) made a historic call: Girls’ Flag Football is now an officially sanctioned varsity sport. This isn’t just a club or an exhibition anymore—starting in the fall of 2026, high school girls will be competing for official NCHSAA State Championship trophies.

May 12, 2026
Weaverville’s Karlyn Pickens Selected No. 1 Overall in 2026 AUSL Draft

Weaverville’s Karlyn Pickens Selected No. 1 Overall in 2026 AUSL Draft

Weaverville -- May 5, 2026: Weaverville native Karlyn Pickens, a 22-year-old right-handed pitcher, has achieved a significant milestone, becoming the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) College Draft. Her selection by the Carolina Blaze on Monday, May 4, 2026, marks the culmination of a journey that began on local fields in Western North Carolina.

May 5, 2026
Asheville Tourists to Honor Local Service Workers at 4th Annual Travel & Hospitality Night

Asheville Tourists to Honor Local Service Workers at 4th Annual Travel & Hospitality Night

HomeTrust Park hosts its 4th annual Travel and Hospitality Night on May 5, offering local industry professionals a discounted evening of baseball. This event is a special thank you to those who keep Asheville's tourism thriving, with tickets just $5 including all fees.

May 4, 2026

Business

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Buncombe County Moves Forward on Multi-Million Dollar Storm Recovery Grants for Commercial DistrictsBusiness

Buncombe County Moves Forward on Multi-Million Dollar Storm Recovery Grants for Commercial Districts

Buncombe County -- May 19, 2026: The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners will hold its first formal public hearing Tuesday evening on a sweeping federal disaster recovery proposal aimed at pumping millions of dollars into storm-damaged commercial corridors.

Marge FarringtonMay 19, 2026
Kudzu Brands Launches Pro-Bono ‘Summer Brand Camp’ for WNC Nonprofits and Minority-Owned Businesses

Kudzu Brands Launches Pro-Bono ‘Summer Brand Camp’ for WNC Nonprofits and Minority-Owned Businesses

Asheville -- May 18, 2026: Kudzu Brands, a leading branding and marketing agency in Western North Carolina, has announced the launch of its newly reimagined annual giveaway initiative: Kudzu Brands Summer Camp.

May 18, 2026
Economic Resilience and Strategic Recovery: The State of WNC Business in May 2026

Economic Resilience and Strategic Recovery: The State of WNC Business in May 2026

WNC Business -- May 13, 2026: Across the ridge lines of Western North Carolina this May, the narrative is shifting from emergency response to strategic economic "reset." While the outdoor recreation sector has long been the calling card of the Blue Ridge, it is now serving as the primary engine for the region’s broader business recovery.

May 13, 2026
Honoring Resilience: Small Business Week Spotlight on WNC

Honoring Resilience: Small Business Week Spotlight on WNC

North Carolina -- May 4, 2026: Governor Josh Stein has officially proclaimed May 3–9, 2026, as Small Business Week in North Carolina. This week-long celebration honors the more than one million small businesses that form the backbone of the state's economy, with a particular focus this year on the grit and resiliency of entrepreneurs in Western North Carolina (WNC).

May 4, 2026
Asheville and North Carolina Breweries Shine at 2026 World Beer Cup

Asheville and North Carolina Breweries Shine at 2026 World Beer Cup

Asheville -- April 30, 2026: Asheville's reputation as a premier brewing destination received significant international validation this week, as local breweries secured prestigious medals at the 2026 World Beer Cup. Diatribe Brewing Company, Wicked Weed Brewing, and Hi-Wire Brewing were honored at the globally renowned competition, underscoring the city's brewing prowess on a world stage.

April 30, 2026

Entertainment

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Live & Loud: Your WNC Memorial Day Weekend Concert & Music GuideEntertainment

Live & Loud: Your WNC Memorial Day Weekend Concert & Music Guide

WNC Entertainment -- While community street festivals and heritage days fill the afternoon hours this Memorial Day weekend, Western North Carolina’s entertainment scene takes over when the sun goes down. From major outdoor stadium rock and indoor theater revivals to professional rodeos, roller derby bouts, and local creek-side picking sessions, here is your definitive regional guide to the evening live music and ticketed entertainment hitting stages across every single county in WNC this holiday weekend.

Marge FarringtonMay 19, 2026

Lifestyle

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Your  WNC Lifestyle Guide to Memorial Day WeekendLifestyle

Your WNC Lifestyle Guide to Memorial Day Weekend

WNC -- Memorial Day Weekend -- Memorial Day weekend is the official kickoff to summer in the mountains, and communities across Western North Carolina are celebrating with a packed lineup of family-friendly, all-ages activities. Whether you are looking to stroll through vibrant garden displays, step back into living history, or take part in a meaningful community remembrance service, there is plenty to do across our beautiful region.

Marge FarringtonMay 19, 2026

Outdoors

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 Increased Bear Activity in the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area: Be BearWiseOutdoors

Increased Bear Activity in the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area: Be BearWise

Asheville -- May 18, 2026: U.S. Forest Service - National Forests in North Carolina  (Nantahala Pisgah Uwharrie Croatan)There have been several recent reports of increased bear activity in the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area, specifically at the campsites on Shortoff Trail and at the Shortoff Trailhead on Wolf Pit Rd.

Marge FarringtonMay 18, 2026
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