How to resolve AdBlock issue? Wnctimes looks for odd stories to share, and today it's all about Odd News Stories. You know, stories that make you think 'How Odd!' ATM Stolen So, it would be odd enough for someone to steal an ATM, ritght? This story has another twist. This A...
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Mountain Moods
Because in These Hills, You Can Laugh, Cry, and Rebuild—All in a DayThe air's been thick lately in alot of places —with smoke, yes, but also grit and grace.We've been through it: Hurricane Helene left her mark, and now wildfires edge closer than...
Less is Now: Spring Cleaning with Purpose
Inspired by The Minimalists and that nagging pile of stuff you keep ignoring If you've watched The Minimalists: Less Is Now on Netflix, you know exactly where I'm going with this. Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus remind us that our stuff — t...
Asheville Town Hall Highlights Political Divide as Constituents Demand Answers
A Town Hall Marked by Engagement and FrustrationTensions ran high at U.S. Representative Chuck Edwards' (R-NC) town hall in Asheville on March 13, where hundreds of constituents gathered to voice their concerns. Hosted at Asheville-Buncombe Technical...
Federal Funding Cuts Leaves WNC Exposed After Hurricane Helene
Western North Carolina is still rebuiding after Hurricane Helene swept through in September 2024, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Trees—nature's best defense against flooding, erosion, and extreme weather—were lost in staggering numb...
Don’t Forget to Spring Forward!
Alright, folks, it's that time of year again—when we collectively lose an hour of sleep but gain an hour of evening sunshine. Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 9, 2025, so before you hit the hay tonight, set those clocks ah...
Teacher Grant Cut in Western NC
Tens of millions of federal grants recently canceled by the Trump adminstration directly support programs for teacher retention andtraining across North Carolina. Practically speaking, this implies that previously used vital financial suppo...
Asheville: One of the Most Dog-Friendly Cities in the U.S.
Long regarded as one of the most dog-friendly communities in the United States is Asheville, North Carolina. After Hurricane Helene in September 2024, the city struggled greatly with infrastructural destruction and severe flooding. Still, the strong ...
A Penny for Your Thoughts
In a move that has sparked nationwide debate, President Donald Trump took to Truth Social on February 9, 2025, to announce that he has directed the U.S. Treasury Department to halt the production of new pennies. In his post, Trump stated: ...
Entrepreneurial Success in 2025: Top Trends and Tips
Welcome to 2025! Whether you are an experienced business owner, a new entrepreneur, or just thinking about starting your own business, this year looks promising for growth, new ideas, and chances to succeed. The business world keeps changing, and to ...
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Reflecting on His Legacy & Our Path Forward
People in the United States remember and honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who was one of the most important civil rights leaders, on the third Monday of every January. Today is also a day to remember what he said and did and to think about how ...
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Feeling thin-skinned? You can reverse, delay the damage Cleavland Clinic Health Essentials As we grow older, our skin can gradually become more loose and flaccid. But when skin begins to feel thin as paper, or like crepe, the most common ca...
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This morning, President Trump asks if the election should be delayed.
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Science Daily: Date: July 20, 2020Source: Harvard UniversitySummary:Researchers have discovered that the cells that cause goosebumps are also important for regulating the stem cells that regenerate hair. In the skin, the muscle that contrac...
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North Carolina Secretary of State Legends and Ghost Stories Kids' Page Not long ago, but before interstate highways ran around towns and cities, a young man left Greensboro late one night to drive to his old home in Lexington. At tha...
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Taste of Home Recipes! Quick Chicken Piccata Quick chicken recipes make dinner a breeze. Laced with lemon and simmered in white wine, this stovetop entree is super easy and elegant. Almost any side—noodles, veggies or bread—tastes better next to this...
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You always pass failure on the wayto success." Mickey Rooney "It always seems impossible until itis done." Nelson Mandela "The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate." Oprah Winfrey The way I see it, if ...
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Science Daily -- Date: July 21, 2020 Source: Washington University in St. Louis Summary: A holographic display improves physician accuracy when performing a procedure to treat irregular heartbeat. FULL STORY Bringing a little bit of s...
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University of North Carolina Chapel Hill Passivley browsing social media is not good for you — and other useful findings on resilience and happiness from the Positive Emotions and Psychophysiology Lab. Michael M. Prinzing and Barbara L. Fredric...
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So, I looked at what was trending on Twitter and was surprised to see 'Stop Getting Tested' was trending. I thought maybe it was a play on words, that it meant just the opposite of what it said. Nope, it was something that was really said. What? Let ...
Mountain Moods
Because in These Hills, You Can Laugh, Cry, and Rebuild—All in a DayThe air's been thick lately in alot of places —with smoke, yes, but also grit and grace.We've been through it: Hurricane Helene...
Less is Now: Spring Cleaning with Purpose
Inspired by The Minimalists and that nagging pile of stuff you keep ignoring If you've watched The Minimalists: Less Is Now on Netflix, you know exactly where I'm going with this. Joshua Fields Millbu...
Asheville Town Hall Highlights Political Divide as Constituents Demand Answers
A Town Hall Marked by Engagement and FrustrationTensions ran high at U.S. Representative Chuck Edwards' (R-NC) town hall in Asheville on March 13, where hundreds of constituents gathered to voice thei...
Federal Funding Cuts Leaves WNC Exposed After Hurricane Helene
Western North Carolina is still rebuiding after Hurricane Helene swept through in September 2024, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. Trees—nature's best defense against flooding, erosion...
Don’t Forget to Spring Forward!
Alright, folks, it's that time of year again—when we collectively lose an hour of sleep but gain an hour of evening sunshine. Daylight Saving Time (DST) begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 9, 2025, so b...