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FAQs about Wake Up, Asheville!:How many episodes does Wake Up, Asheville! have?The podcast currently has 184 episodes available.
February 27, 2026Friday, Feb. 27: Reparations Caution + Attorney Guilty of Theft + DA Won't Seek Death PenaltyToday's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Questions, caution about reparations recommendations amid federal scrutinyAttorney found guilty of property theft through fraudStorm damage and grant delays endanger historic Black cemetery restorationWalton Street pool design progressesDA won't seek death penalty in Henderson County poisoning case...more4minPlay
February 26, 2026Thursday, Feb. 26: Thoughts on $30M Shortfall + Site for new performance center? + Costco not dead yet?Today's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Residents respond to Asheville's $30M budget shortfall discussionAsheville unveils plans for a new performing arts center developmentDemolition plans for Mission Hospital's St. Joseph's campusLeaders work to revive Asheville Costco development plansCity Council seeks funding for downtown road safety study...more4minPlay
February 25, 2026Wednesday, Feb. 25: Edwards' Challenger Bio + Death Penalty Pursuit + More on Suspended APD OfficerToday's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Veteran Smith works to distinguish himself in challenge for NC-11 seatDA considers pursuing death penalty in murder-by-poison chargesSuspended APD officer had previous domestic incidents before alleged assaultPisgah Forest service worker sues over age discrimination claimsAsheville Downtown Association launches state of downtown survey...more5minPlay
February 24, 2026Tuesday, Feb. 24: Costco Post-Mortem + Ager Gets National Support + G20 to AshevilleToday's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Analysis: Costco's retreat underscores Asheville's dysfunctionNational Dems back Ager in NC-11 Democratic primaryAsheville to host G20 finance leaders in August, SeptemberFewer men at UNCA reflects growing gender gap statewideHistoric Riverview Station in Asheville sold, set for restoration after Helene...more5minPlay
February 23, 2026Monday, Feb. 23: APD Officer Charged + Fired Nurse Gets Support + Asheville in Epstein FilesToday's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Asheville police officer charged with assault same day he was sworn inMission Hospital fired an ‘outspoken’ nurse. Supporters allege retaliationAsheville is the most lethal big city in the state for cyclistsSoutheastern Container to invest $31M in Buncombe expansionAsheville appears more than 100 times in Epstein files...more5minPlay
February 20, 2026Friday, Feb. 20: Costco Withdraws from AVL + Property Appraisals + Helene Costs + Drought Details + Anti-ICE WalkoutToday's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Costco withdraws application for highly anticipated Asheville locationBuncombe is mailing new property value notices in 2026 reappraisalTropical Storm Helene road repair costs near $5.8B in North CarolinaDrought tightens grip on Asheville, Buncombe County200+ students at A.C. Reynolds High School latest to hold anti-ICE walkout...more5minPlay
February 19, 2026Thursday, Feb. 19: Bond Proposals + FEMA Reimbursements + UNCA 'Innovation' + Day of ProtestToday's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Buncombe County lays groundwork for November bond referendaFEMA to reimburse western N.C. nearly $1.4M for Helene response costsNCInnovation Pipeline Program Launches at UNC AshevilleProtesters gather at Pack Square and Edwards’ office as part of National Day of ActionNew Asheville documentary looks at urban renewal's impact on Black residents*...more5minPlay
February 18, 2026Wednesday, Feb. 18: French Broad Boost + Local Leaders Advice Stein + Early Voting TrendsToday's Asheville newscast includes these stories:Gov. Stein Announces $5.7M for French Broad flood resilience projectsThree WNC leaders to advise governor on storm recovery, gangs, disabilityLocal restaurants relaunch and regroup on the flood plainDemocrats lead early voting turnout in Buncombe County primaryGroups rallying in Asheville, Hendersonville for National Day of Action...more4minPlay
February 17, 2026Tuesday, Feb. 17: Helene Funding Holdup + Cotton Mill Reopens + Billy Strings' AVL Impact + UNCA WalkoutToday's Asheville newscast includes these stories:WNC still awaits billions in Tropical Storm Helene relief fundingBuncombe County explores single fire district tax rateUNCA students and community members hold a 'walk out' on campusCotton Mill studios reopen more than a year post-HeleneMayor Manheimer presents Billy Strings key to the city...more4minPlay
February 16, 2026Monday, Feb. 16: WNC Drought Deepens + Counting Homeless + Defending DEI + Police Imposter SurrendersToday's Asheville newscast includes these stories:WNC drought deepens despite rain; Buncombe now “severe"Volunteers conduct Buncombe homelessness count; results expected this springAsheville, Buncombe defend DEI outreach; deny race-based allocationsNC-11 Democrats must win rural WNC; party invests long-termPolice-impersonation suspect surrenders; held without bond...more4minPlay
FAQs about Wake Up, Asheville!:How many episodes does Wake Up, Asheville! have?The podcast currently has 184 episodes available.