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Asheville sees 18.5% rise in 2024 Medicaid payments for Evaluation and Management services

Medicaid payments for the Evaluation and Management category in Asheville increased by 18.5% in 2024, indicating notable shifts in how services are used and reimbursed.


Sterling Haynes and Larson Scholtz

Which Greater Asheville area high school alumni will be active during the week beginning Monday, April 13?

The week starting Monday, April 13 will feature action from these former Greater Asheville area high school stars.
Judy W. Chang, Commissioner of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)

Buncombe County’s lowest regular gas price recorded at $3.09 for week ending Mar. 28

The lowest price for a gallon of regular gas in Buncombe County during the week ending Mar. 28 was $3.09, according to customer reports to GasBuddy.
Kathy Vossler Library Director at Haywood County Library System

This week’s family and kids events in Greater Asheville: April 5-11

Don’t miss out on these family and kids events happening in Greater Asheville this week.

Which ex-Greater Asheville area high school athletes are scheduled for action the week starting Monday, April 6?

The upcoming week starting Monday, April 6 will feature these former Greater Asheville area high school athletes.


Laura V. Swett, Chairman of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)

Lowest diesel gas price in Buncombe County hits $4.09 for week ending Mar. 28

The week’s cheapest diesel gas price in Buncombe County stood at $4.09 per gallon in the week ending Mar. 28.
Sue Shugart, FACHE, CPPS, Chief Executive Officer

Haywood Regional Medical Center highlights nutrition’s role in long-term health and cancer prevention

Haywood Regional Medical Center used National Nutrition Month in March to emphasize how good nutrition supports long-term health and helps prevent colorectal cancer. Registered dietitian Kathryn Darsillo encouraged balanced eating habits focused on variety rather than restriction. The center also offers resources for colon health assessments.
Avril Pinder, County Manager

Emergency responders to honor Chief Chris Dorsey with procession in Buncombe County

Buncombe County will honor Reems Creek Fire Chief Chris Dorsey with an emergency responder procession following his unexpected passing on March 24. Community members are asked to be mindful during this event along Interstate 40 as officials pay tribute.