Lifestyle
9 months ago
5 WNC poets to read during National Poetry Month

Western North Carolina has a rich literary tradition for you to discover during National Poetry Month.

Business
9 months ago
Double celebration set for Saturday in Hendersonville

The day will kick off with the opening of the Hendersonville Farmers Market, followed by the 7th Avenue Street Fest.

Lifestyle
9 months ago
Programming from A to ‘Zombie’: How Eulogy puts the alt in Asheville

Last weekend, Eulogy hosted legendary Italian composer Fabio Frizzi for a live performance of his score for the 1979 film “Zombie Flesh Eaters.” The unusual event was the latest in the venue’s long line of interesting, inclusive and alternative programming.

Local
9 months ago
Nighttime closures set for I-26 eastbound in Henderson County

Closures are scheduled to begin Monday, April 28, and will continue nightly through Friday, May 2.

Education
9 months ago
New documentary to spotlight 60 years of integration in Hendersonville

This summer, “Color Beyond the Lines,” a new documentary celebrating six decades of racial integration in Hendersonville schools will make its world premiere in western North Carolina.

Local
9 months ago
Spectrum donates $90,000 to YMI Cultural Center in Asheville

The YMI Cultural Center received a $50,000 cash contribution and $40,000 in in-kind support through Spectrum Community Center Assist

Crime & Safety
9 months ago
Man charged with first-degree arson after structure fire in Tuxedo

Under North Carolina law, first-degree arson involves willfully and maliciously burning a dwelling or building while someone is inside.

Rotary Club Asheville Helene disaster assistance
Local
9 months ago
Deadline approaching for free debris removal for McDowell residents

Get your debris pile removed for free if you live in McDowell County. But time is running out!

A large metal sculpture depicting a man riding a wheeled pig or dog while carrying a six-shooter and a bouquet of flowers stands at the entrance to the Burton Street community's Peace Gardens & Market.
Local
9 months ago
Strangeville: Large metal man riding a pig-dog in West Asheville

The metal sculpture stands at the entrance to the Burton Street community’s Peace Gardens & Market.

On The Town
9 months ago
Thomas Wolfe Memorial unveils Market St. mural of famed author

Thomas Wolfe, one of Asheville’s brightest luminaries, has been memorialized in mural form at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial visitor center on North Market Street.