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

Business

3 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

Sparky’s Toys & Gifts Miles Madonna spends the day surrounded by books, board games, puzzles and hands-on toys – an intentionally unplugged counterpoint to a childhood increasingly shaped by screens and subscriptions.

Arts & Culture

4 months ago

People at Work: Miles Madonna powers down in a plugged-in world

The Sparky’s Toys & Gifts guru embraces books, games and ownership over screens

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Health & Wellness

8 hours ago

AdventHealth appeals state approval of 95 new beds for Mission Hospital

Dispute over North Carolina CON decision intensifies debate over capacity, safety and regional care needs

Local

8 hours ago

NC Rep. Chuck Edwards under House Ethics investigation, reports say

CNN says inquiry tied to alleged sexual harassment; details remain unclear

Local

7 hours ago

Rain, cooler temperatures move into Asheville area this weekend

Showers likely Saturday, with frost and near-freezing temps possible in higher elevations

Food & Drink

2 days ago

3 Asheville breweries score medals in international beer competition

The World Beer Cup, a prestigious beer competition between brewers from all over the globe, held its 2026 ceremony on Wednesday, April 22. Three Asheville competitors claimed medals, including Wicked Weed Brewing, Diatribe Brewing Company and Hi-Wire Brewing Company.

Housing

1 day ago

Asheville OKs zoning change for 203-unit housing project

Coxe Avenue development would bring mixed-use building, retail and parking to downtown site