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Southeastern Container will invest $31 million to modernize and expand its headquarters and manufacturing operations in Buncombe County, adding 12 jobs and increasing production capacity at its Enka-Candler facility, company and local officials announced Thursday.
Business
1 month ago
Southeastern Container to invest $31M in Buncombe expansion

Enka-based manufacturer to add 12 jobs, boost production capacity and modernize facility

Food & Drink
2 months ago
WNC AIDS Project plans annual ‘Dining Out For Life’ fundraiser for April

The Western North Carolina AIDS Project will hold its 24th annual Dining Out For Life fundraiser this April at participating restaurants all over Asheville and Western North Carolina.

Business
2 months ago
Costco withdraws Enka-Candler development proposal

Retailer pulls application for 160,000-square-foot warehouse; city officials say discussions could continue

Business
2 months ago
Adult gift shop Boutique Royale is building a royal community

Located just outside of Biltmore Village in South Asheville, Boutique Royale offers lingerie, adult toys and novelty items to people of all shapes, sizes and sexualities. For owners Patrick Kennedy and Katie Collins, a married couple, creating a safe, inclusive space for their community was priority number one.

Asheville Senior Police Officer Debbie LeCroy and Officer Cora
Business
2 months ago
People (and dogs) at Work: A badge, a leash and a lot of love

Asheville police therapy dog Officer Kora transforms tense moments into opportunities for connection

On The Town
2 months ago
Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Feb. 13-15

This weekend is jam-packed with love and Mardi Gras. Check out our list of Valentine’s Day celebrations and don’t miss the Mardi Gras parade this Sunday.

Business
2 months ago
Grove Arcade invites Asheville out for Valentine’s Day soirée

Grove Arcade, the romantic old shopping center in the heart of downtown Asheville, will host an evening event for the community this Valentine’s Day.

Food & Drink
2 months ago
2nd annual WNC Pizza Week is slinging 7 days of specialty pies

Local food writer Stu Helm has partnered with a plethora of local pizzerias for the second annual WNC Pizza Week, a regional celebration of all things ‘za.

Food & Drink
2 months ago
Asheville online beer festival aims to support local breweries during slower season

Discounted online beer deals aim to boost Asheville-area breweries and beer-focused businesses during the winter slowdown.

Buncombe County Crime Scene Investigator Anna Garrett
Business
2 months ago
People at Work: Inside Buncombe County’s crime scene lab

Investigator Anna Garrett describes the science, stress and realities behind forensics

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