Matt Sharpe
Business
5 months ago
Next executive director for Givens Highland Farms announced

Givens Communities Chief Operating Officer Scott Farkas has announced that Matt Sharpe will be its new executive director

Buncombe County Helene Resource Center
Community
5 months ago
Helene recovery enters new phase in Buncombe County

Buncombe County has shifted toward long-term recovery and support for residents impacted by Tropical Storm Helene.

Ask The Expert
5 months ago
Immediate emergency hot water solutions for health care, hospitality and multi-family facilities

When hot water fails, the consequences are immediate and serious, especially in environments where comfort, safety and compliance are non-negotiable. In nursing homes, hospitals, apartment complexes and hotels, hot water isn’t just a convenience, it’s a critical service. MB Haynes has the solution.

Housing
5 months ago
NC launches $807M housing program for Helene recovery in WNC

The Renew NC Single-Family Housing Program will prioritize low-to-moderate income families whose homes were damaged by Helene.

Housing
6 months ago
Still time to apply for NC property tax relief

Property owners must apply for the Property Tax Exclusion programs before June 1.

On The Town
6 months ago
Memorial Day GRINDFest weekend includes plays, braids and main festival

GRINDFest 2025 attendees can expect to see everything from gospel music to braiding competitions this weekend. Tickets can be found at www.grindfestavl.com/events.

FEMA center Asheville Mall
Housing
6 months ago
FEMA aid tops $445M for Asheville area’s Helene recovery

To date, FEMA has approved aid for 159,726 Asheville-area households

City of Asheville
Business
7 months ago
HUD OKs Asheville’s $225M Disaster Recovery Action Plan

HUD has approved the city’s plan for using $225 million in federal funding for Tropical Storm Helene disaster recovery. Now what?

Patton Avenue sign in downtown Asheville
Business
7 months ago
Patton Avenue improvement project preps final nighttime closures

Residents and commuters should be aware of construction and closures on Patton Avenue from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., Wednesday, May 21 to Friday, May 23.

A house mid-construction.
Ask The Expert
7 months ago
Zoning changes in Hendersonville and Asheville pave the way for more accessible housing options

The Builders Association of the Blue Ridge Mountains (BABRM) backed the amendments from start to finish. In both cities, the association mobilized members to email City Council, attend public meetings and speak in favor of the proposed changes.