
Armstrong facility rises from flood damage, partial operations resume

Construction set for 2026; reopening targeted for 2028 as city balances safety, cost and community priorities

Second Gear, an outdoor gear and apparel consignment shop, is an Asheville staple of outdoor adventure and community-oriented business. Later this week, in conjunction with the consignment platform SimpleConsign, Second Gear will share its 21 years of consignment experience with the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Asheville park remains closed after storm damage; traffic and greenway detours expected during work

$1.5M project to add restrooms, trail signage and visitor center improvements

County master plan relaunch focuses on resiliency, connectivity and community priorities

National Public Lands Day coincides with storm anniversary as park pushes recovery efforts

Looking for things to do this weekend in Asheville? We’ve got you covered. This weekend in Western North Carolina, enjoy festivals of all sorts, including writing, food and Southern Appalachian crafts, as well as a few other fun, funky activities.

The event, Mental Health Matters: Walk/Run for Awareness, is a 5k and community resource fair organized this September to coincide with National Suicide Prevention Month. The race and fair will run from 9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Karl Straus Track on the UNC Asheville campus.

Dedication highlights role of butterflies in sustaining local bird populations