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Ask The Expert
2 weeks ago
Spring crawl space check: What Western North Carolina homeowners should look for

A musty smell. Cold floors. Windows that fog up for no clear reason. If you’re noticing any of these issues in your home, your crawl space may be to blame.

Business
3 weeks ago
French Broad Flooring brings custom solutions to Asheville homes

Veteran- and family-owned business offers hardwood, LVP, tile, carpet and professional installation

Aerial split-screen of a house roof renovation: top shows before, bottom after, with a JMR Roofing badge in the corner.
Business
3 weeks ago
Asheville roofing company offers $0 payments for 90 days as it expands WNC services

John McClung Roofing points to decades of service, regional awards and outreach efforts alongside new financing promotion

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Business
3 weeks ago
Local coffee shop, arts nonprofit C.A.M.P. to close this May

Just over one year after opening, Coffee, Art, Music type Place, a coffee shop and arts nonprofit located off of Tunnel Road, has announced that it will shut its doors at the end of May.

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Business
3 weeks ago
Proper care can extend life of jewelry

Simple steps like proper storage and routine checks can preserve value

Wooden-deck backyard with a bubbling hot tub, stone patio, and surrounding greenery in a modern courtyard.
Business
4 weeks ago
10 home upgrades that instantly elevate your living space

Design ideas that blend comfort, function and long-term value

Brick building façade with an arched red sign reading 'Biltmore Crossing Gemelli Italian' and smaller tenant plaques below.
Food & Drink
4 weeks ago
Italian restaurant Gemelli brings new life to historic Biltmore Village building

Gemelli Italian restaurant is serving up community and recovery in Biltmore Village. As the historic Asheville business sector rebuilds from damage caused by Tropical Storm Helene, Gemelli has brought new life to one of its oldest buildings.

Business
4 weeks ago
Survey targets Western North Carolina business recovery after Helene

Third in series examines economic conditions 18 months after storm

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Business
4 weeks ago
Just Economics executive director plans to step down

Vicki Meath to leave role later this year after 16 years guiding Western North Carolina nonprofit

Business
4 weeks ago
Best appliance upgrades to reduce energy costs at home

Blossman Gas experts highlight propane ranges, dryers and water heaters for savings