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Under the third draft of the NCHSAA's conference realignment, there will be no 11-team conference. Schools can still appeal before it is finalized.

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Nestled in the heart of Asheville, Mr. K’s Used Books, Music and More stands as a testament to the enduring power of the written word. This isn’t just any bookstore; it’s a sprawling literary ...

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The body of water formerly known in the United States as the Gulf of Mexico is now listed for U.S.-based users of Google Maps ...

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Bird flu is forcing farmers to slaughter millions of chickens a month, pushing U.S. egg prices to more than double their cost ...

In Asheville, Hot Springs and other towns that cater to hikers, many restaurants, hotels and Airbnb’s have reopened. Road ...

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