"Spring in Asheville: Clear Skies, Water Maintenance, and Sports Highlights"

Good morning, this is your Asheville Local Frequency for Tuesday, April 29, 2025.

Asheville is waking up to a pleasant spring day, with temperatures expected to climb into the low eighties by this afternoon, perfect for anyone looking to head outdoors and soak up the sunshine. After a stretch of unpredictable weather, a steady forecast and clear skies are an open invitation for locals and visitors alike to explore the many parks and trails dotted across our mountain city.

Heads up for residents in the East Asheville area: the City of Asheville has scheduled a water interruption today on Kingsgate Road. If you live or work nearby, be prepared for possible service disruptions while crews complete their maintenance work. It’s always a good idea to keep some extra water handy, especially when the weather’s this nice and you’re planning to spend time outside. For more details or to double-check if your address is affected, visit the city’s water advisories online or give City Hall a call during business hours.

Travelers through town should also note ongoing road work and maintenance. Emergency repairs on McDowell Street continue to affect traffic between Asheville High School and the Tunnel. Until repaving wraps up, both directions of traffic are being channeled into the southbound lanes, so allow yourself a little extra time during your commute. The city’s hoping to have things back to normal soon, but in the meantime, patience and careful driving are key.

For sports fans, tonight’s a good one: UNC Asheville’s baseball team is heading to Tennessee to face East Tennessee State in a non-conference matchup. Whether you plan to tune in or make the trip, it’s a great chance to cheer on the Bulldogs as they look to build momentum late in the season.

If you’re looking for something local to do, Biltmore Village welcomes a bright spot with the reopening of a beloved clothing store, back in business after months of recovery following last year’s storms. It’s just one of several local businesses showing real resiliency and adding fresh energy to Asheville’s creative shopping scene.

Elsewhere, efforts to restore and reopen local parks and public spaces continue, with Lake Lure’s park partially back open and Canton’s dog park fully restored after recent weather events. These reopenings give families, pet owners, and outdoor enthusiasts more options to enjoy our region’s natural beauty.

As always, be mindful that black bear activity is on the rise throughout Western North Carolina as the weather warms. Experts recommend keeping trash secure and giving wildlife plenty of space—a small step everyone can take to help us share this special place responsibly.

That wraps up what’s happening in Asheville today. This has been Asheville Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates.