Lauren Brigman
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What's coming to the former thrift store building on Tunnel Road?
A viewer has a question about a spot beside The Social restaurant and bar in East Asheville. → Read More
Viewer wants to know what is being built along Sweeten Creek Road
What’s being built on Sweeten Creek Road? More than 100 acres along Sweeten Creek Road are being developed, just south of the Blue Ridge Parkway. → Read More
Asheville Gun & Knife Show kicks off weekend of events at WNC Agricultural Center
The asheville gun and knife show is back at the wnc ag center this weekend. → Read More
What's under construction near White Oaks Plaza in Spindale?
A project is underway to bring more businesses to Spindale. "I was wondering what is going up across from White Oaks Plaza in Spindale? → Read More
Malvern Thrills makes its summer debut with inflatable water slides, bounce houses & more
Free water fun days kicked off in asheville today, with “malvern thrills. ” ((vo)) → Read More
Viewer wants to know what's being built off I-26 near Mars Hill?
A mountainside is being cleared in Madison County, piquing a viewer's curiosity. "What is being built off of I-26 near Mars Hill? " Crystal wrote to Ask 13. → Read More
Why is NCDOT scraping up grass along roads in Jackson County?
A viewer noticed work along the road in the Barkers Creek area of Jackson County and reached out to Ask 13 to find out what is happening. Caption: Why is NCDOT scraping up grass along roads in Jackson County? "Why is the NCDOT scraping up all the grass on U. S. 74 along residential roads in Jackson County? " a viewer named Ben wrote. Travis Williamson, the Department of Transportation's… → Read More
What's coming to Asheville's former Greyhound bus station?
Asheville's former Greyhound bus station on Tunnel Road is seeing signs of new life. Caption: What's coming to Asheville's former Greyhound bus station? "I heard that the Greyhound bus station on Tunnel Road was sold. What is going on in there? " Joseph wrote to Ask 13. Former bus stations are being turned into restaurants or bars in places like Georgia and Texas. The same appears to be… → Read More
What's being built on Sugar Hill Road in Marion?
A McDowell County viewer reached out to Ask 13 about work happening in Marion. Caption: What's being built on Sugar Hill Road in Marion? "What are they building on Sugar Hill Road near Walmart and Bojangles? " asked Rebecca. WHO IS THE ARTIST BEHIND THE METAL FIGURES ALONG THE ROAD IN CANTON? City officials tell News 13 that permits have been issued for two new restaurants, a Popeyes and Back… → Read More
What is timeline for paving project, placement of road reflectors on I-40?
Some drivers are questioning the progress of a $22 million project on Interstate 40 near Asheville, with one driver especially concerned about visibility issues because of a lack of road reflectors. Caption: What is timeline for paving project, placement of road reflectors on I-40? “When will NCDOT be installing road reflectors on I-40 East and West between MM 50-55? ” viewer Hayley asked News… → Read More
What's happening beside Huddle House on Hendersonville Road?
A large dirt pile is gaining attention on Hendersonville Road, with viewers curious about what's coming. “What's happening beside Huddle House on Hendersonville Road? " viewer Christy asked. The site in question catches the attention of many drivers. It's near the intersection of Interstate 40, near Biltmore Village, at 412 Hendersonville Road. WHAT'S MOVING INTO THE FORMER APPLEBEE'S ON… → Read More
Asheville City Council considering salary increase for city employees
Asheville City Council is considering a salary increase for all city employees. Caption: Asheville City Council considering salary increase for city employees. Council members are considering a potentially 4% increase for those hired before January 2022 and 2. 5% for employees hired this year. The topic was discussed at Tuesday's budget work session. The city’s budget manager, Taylor Floyd, says… → Read More
Why do state employees have to wait 6 months after retiring to return to work?
A record of nearly 350,000 North Carolinians are receiving monthly retirement benefit payments from the state. Caption: Why do state employees have to wait 6 months after retiring to return to work? One viewer questions the wait time for retirees wanting to return to work part-time. A viewer named Bob said he's about to retire, but he wants to keep driving a school bus part-time. → Read More
Inaugural WNC Black Business Expo draws crowd in Asheville
It was a weekend filled with activities to advocate for local Black and minority-owned businesses. The inaugural WNC Black Business Expo wrapped up on Sunday at the Crowne Plaza Expo Center in Asheville. The free, three-day event featured workshops, a trade show and networking opportunities. 1ST BLACK-OWNED BUSINESS ON BREVARD'S MAIN STREET CELEBRATES FIRST ANNIVERSARY. → Read More
Meals on Wheels: Grant helps Henderson County nonprofit volunteers with high gas costs
As we all deal with steep gas prices, dozens of volunteers with the Council on Aging for Henderson County continue driving the extra miles to deliver meals. Caption: Meals on Wheels: Grant helps Henderson County nonprofit volunteers with high gas costs. Those volunteers will soon find some relief at the pump, thanks to a $3,500 grant from the WNC Bridge Foundation. → Read More
OSHA cites Mission Hospital following complaint from nurses union
OSHA has cited HCA’s Mission Hospital for failing to follow federal COVID-19 safety protocols. Caption: OSHA cites Mission Hospital following complaint from nurses union. The National Nurses United (NNU), which represents 1,500 nurses at Mission, filed the complaint. The hospital faces a proposed penalty of nearly $30,000 for what the nurses union says was a failure to protect its healthcare… → Read More
Deadline approaching: Merrimon Avenue survey garners thousands of signatures
There's just one more day to weigh in on a proposal to reconfigure part of Merrimon Avenue in Asheville. Caption: Deadline approaching: Merrimon Avenue survey garners thousands of signatures. You can take a survey to give your input. It closes at midnight Tuesday night, after being available for a month. Department of Transportation officials say, so far, they have received about 2,800 survey… → Read More
Suspicious death investigation underway after body found behind Asheville business
Asheville police are investigating after a body was found behind a business off Patton Avenue. Police are investigating the case as a suspicious death, but officers say there is no indication of foul play at this time. A call came in around 7:30 a. m. Tuesday for service at the 1200 block of Patton Avenue. Responding officers say when they arrived at the scene behind a business, they found a… → Read More
One person charged after argument leads to double shooting in Asheville, police say
Asheville police have charged one person after a shooting incident left two people injured Tuesday night. Caption: One person charged after argument leads to double shooting in Asheville, police say. The Asheville Police Department (APD) says 20-year-old Demond Artivus Hammond, Jr. faces the following charges after the March 8 incident: Assault with a deadly weapon with the intent to kill… → Read More
"It's going to cost some money" Crews surveying damage after fire at Madison County jail
The Madison County jail remains closed on Monday, following a fire that broke out Sunday morning. Caption: "It's going to cost some money" Crews surveying damage after fire at Madison County jail. The local fire marshal is back on scene a day after the electrical fire, as well as crews working to repair the damage. The state jail inspector will also be on site Monday afternoon. → Read More