Community
5 months ago
New playground, basketball court to be unveiled at Burton Street Community Center

A brand-new playground and basketball court will be unveiled at the Burton Street Park and Community Center in the historic West Asheville neighborhood at a community fair in early September.

Food & Drink
5 months ago
Fork & Dagger: Gemelli offers a mixed bag of Italian fare

Fresh noodles and dessert stand out at West Asheville eatery, while other dishes lack balance and finesse

Crime & Safety
5 months ago
Bryson Street closed near Biltmore Avenue because of gas leak

Traffic in the area is expected to be affected

Local
5 months ago
Rain halts Tourists-Emperors game in third inning

Asheville, Rome to finish suspended game Thursday before playing seven-inning nightcap

On The Town
5 months ago
What to do in the 828: Aug. 22-24

Searching for weekend plans? Look no further than our weekend guide to the 828, featuring everything from a fly fishing festival to community puppet performances to a record shop basement sale.

Local
5 months ago
Hurricane Erin brings winds, flooding before slowly moving out to sea

Fierce winds and huge waves estimated at about 20 feet could cause coastal flooding in many beachfront communities

Education
5 months ago
Here’s how to get kids pumped for return to class

Parents can try the following strategies to get kids excited about a new school year

Arts & Culture
5 months ago
Asheville Creative Arts to kick off 10th anniversary fundraiser at Peace Gardens

The Asheville Creative Arts 10th Anniversary Season Summer Soiree will be held from 1 to 4 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 24 at the Peace Gardens & Market, 47 Bryant St. Donations will be accepted, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds.

Arts & Culture
5 months ago
Pottery party: Reems Creek Pottery celebrates 10 years of artistic community

One Weaverville pottery studio is celebrating its 10th year around the wheel this Saturday with a community celebration. The Reems Creek Pottery birthday party will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 23, 181 Reems Creek Road.

Local
5 months ago
Nearly a year after Helene, Gov. Stein says work ‘far from over’

Stein tells crowd at Land of Sky event in Fletcher that more support for WNC communities is needed