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Lily Korpella leads intake at Asheville Humane Thrift Store while pursuing her love of nature, family, and scuba diving
Business
2 months ago
People at Work: Asheville woman balances work and adventure

Lily Korpella leads intake at Asheville Humane Thrift Store while pursuing her love of nature, family and scuba diving

Community
2 months ago
MLK Day roundup: Observances in the WNC area

Martin Luther King Jr. Day will be observed nationwide on Monday, Jan. 19. Several festivities have been planned around the Asheville area to mark the holiday.

Outdoors
2 months ago
Hikes of WNC: South Slope Mural Trail

Sometimes you don’t want to travel too far for a good hike. Fortunately, downtown Asheville is home to a two mile urban trail, the South Slope Mural Trail, home to many local businesses covered with interesting artwork. It’s like taking a hike and visiting an art gallery at the same time!

Community
2 months ago
‘Save the Woods’ walkout draws dozens of UNC Asheville students, community members

A crowd of University of North Carolina Asheville students, Asheville community members and local leaders attended a walkout today in front of the Highsmith Student Union on UNC Asheville campus. The protest was organized in support of “Save the Woods,” a local rallying cry for the preservation of 45 acres of nearby urban forest.

Community
2 months ago
Duke Energy to upgrade electric grid in Weaverville

Downtown work expected to begin in February and continue through mid-April, with traffic impacts likely

Community
2 months ago
‘Love, Marquee’: Art gallery to host 4th anniversary Valentine’s bash

Next month, Marquee Asheville will ring in four years of Asheville community with a Valentine’s celebration.

Pets
2 months ago
‘Sewer Kitty’ discovered under downtown Asheville storm drain

Two downtown Asheville workers were taken aback when they heard meowing coming from a nearby sewer grate. Upon closer inspection, the duo discovered a small, grey cat beneath a Battery Park Avenue storm drain.

On The Town
2 months ago
Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Jan. 16-18

Salsa dancing, plant bingo, zombie movies and winter markets are all on the docket in our weekly weekend guide.

From mending torn clothing to repairing small appliances and tools, the WNC Repair Café is expanding its efforts in 2026 with a full slate of free, volunteer-led repair events across Western North Carolina.
Community
2 months ago
WNC Repair Café encourages reuse through free community events

Volunteer-led program offers help fixing clothing, appliances, tools and more across Asheville area

Music
2 months ago
8 bands to play music festival benefiting Henderson arts council

Winter Sound Music Fest 2026 will run from 1-11 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 31 at Oklawaha Brewing Company, 147 1st Ave. E, Hendersonville. 

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