After Paul Vest, longtime CEO of the YMCA of Western North Carolina, announced his retirement earlier this year, the organization has named a successor. Tim Blenco, current chief operating officer of the YMCA of WNC, will step into the leadership position on Dec. 1, 2025.
Boos for Boobs fundraiser and Making Strides 5K walk and run raise awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society
At YogaSix Asheville, we believe yoga is a path that grows with you through every stage of life, and a steady practice to return to when everything around you is in transition. With a few simple lifestyle practices, you can nurture yourself and step into fall feeling grounded, strong and supported.
Chestnuts, heirloom squash and wild mushrooms offer locals and visitors a taste of Appalachia’s culinary heritage
High-tech mannequins, connected classrooms bring hands-on education to life in Asheville hospital
The city of Asheville has shared an update on the water pre-treatment systems that have been temporarily installed at the North Fork and DeBruhl water treatment plants. These systems, installed after Hurricane Helene hit the plants in September 2024, will remain in place through Nov. 30, 2025, thanks to funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
Daniel Tryon succeeds Brandon Nudd as president and CEO of Hendersonville and Polk campuses
Walk in Pack Square highlights survivors, loved ones and hope for a cure
Grants support cleaner vehicles and equipment in Buncombe, Swain and other counties
Unionized nurses say staffing shortages have led to errors, unsafe conditions