The sun rises beyond the 120 gasoline pumps outside a Buc-ee's store early Thursday, April 4, 2024, in Johnstown, Colo. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)
Business
2 months ago
No Buc-ee’s plans filed in Asheville despite online buzz, officials say

As rumors swirl, community members share excitement, concerns and speculation of possible sites

Music
2 months ago
School band store: Make heading back to school musical with Tempo Music

Tempo Music Center has been conducting music business for 50 years in Hendersonville, serving the community as a mom and pop resource for everything from instrument repair to music lessons.

Business
2 months ago
Crafty kids: Six Children’s Entrepreneur Markets to be held in Asheville area

The Children’s Entrepreneur Market is an organization committed to teaching kids about money, sales and creativity through empowered entrepreneurship. The program, designed for 5 to 17 year olds, gives children an opportunity to hawk, sell and promote whatever products they want, from baked goods to handmade crafts.

On The Town
2 months ago
What to do in the 828: Aug. 15-17

Looking for something to do this weekend? Try our weekend guide to the 828, complete with everything from film festivals, block parties and vintage markets to a Buddhist arts festival.

Labor Commissioner Luke Farley
Business
2 months ago
Wage complaints span 87 NC counties, $2.5M returned to employees

Buncombe workers recover nearly $28K in unpaid wages, state report shows

Marquee owner Robert Nicholas said the art and vintage marketplace sustained severe flood damage in September 2024.
Arts & Culture
2 months ago
‘Our friends became family’: Marquee returns after Helene

Floodwaters about 15 feet high swamped the marketplace in Asheville’s River Arts District, wiping out the work of hundreds of artists and vendors

Arts & Culture
2 months ago
Free drinks, fine art: Explore open studios at the RAD Sip & Stroll

The RAD Sip & Stroll will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 9 all over the River Arts District, with open-air art markets and open studios presenting the work of hundreds of artists to the Asheville community.

On The Town
2 months ago
‘Group hug’: French Broad River Brewery celebrates 25 years at grand reopening

FBRB will officially celebrate its comeback at a Grand Reopening Party from 1-10 p.m. this Saturday, Aug. 9, at its 101 Fairview Road address, located just outside of Biltmore Village. The event also coincides with the 25th anniversary of the brewery and the release of its annual “Septemberfest” beer.

The Phoenix Asheville, a wellness-focused retreat center, celebrated its reopening Wednesday
Business
2 months ago
The Phoenix Asheville reopens after Helene flooding

A portion of proceeds from each retreat will be donated to local recovery and rebuilding efforts, officials said

On The Town
2 months ago
What to do in the 828: Aug. 8-10

Looking for something to do this weekend? Try our weekend guide to the 828, complete with everything from axe throwing tournaments to spoon-making demonstrations.

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