How Did We Get Here? The Story Behind Buncombe County's Fentanyl Crisis—and What It Reveals About America

Buncombe County -- June 28, 2026: Visitors come to Asheville for its breathtaking mountain views, vibrant arts scene, award-winning restaurants, and outdoor adventures. Buncombe County has long been one of Western North Carolina's most desirable places to live, work, and visit.Yet beneath the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains lies another reality—one that has quietly transformed families, neighborhoods, schools, businesses, hospitals, and first responders throughout the region.According to the