A young woman sings onstage at a concert.
Music
6 months ago
Next generation of Asheville musicians to play AMS benefit show

Asheville Music School, a local nonprofit promoting affordable music education and outreach, will host their 11th Sound Effects benefit concert from noon to 6 p.m., Sunday, May 18 at One World Brewing West.

A class and collective action lawsuit filed last month against HCA Healthcare accuses the company of not properly compensating employees.
Health & Wellness
6 months ago
Community urged to attend meeting about Mission Health tonight

Concerned about HCA and Mission Hospital? Share your concerns during a meeting with the independent monitor tonight.

Black Mountain welcome sign
Local
6 months ago
Black Mountain calls special meeting of town council

The budget for 2025-26 and the golf course are on the agenda.

Crime & Safety
6 months ago
No charges filed in Asheville hotel disturbance, police say

Officers responded to the hotel after receiving a report that U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards had assaulted a person.

Education
6 months ago
APD, HCSO issue reminders as statewide ‘Move Over’ campaign begins

Beginning Monday, May 12 and extending to Monday, May 19, Asheville Police Department and Henderson County Sheriff’s Office will be participating in the “Move Over or Get Pulled Over” campaign.

french broad river park
Local
6 months ago
City begins rebuilding process for French Broad Riverfront parks system

Asheville has issued a Request for Qualifications for design services to rebuild the French Broad River parks system.

Berkeley Park Sports Complex
Local
6 months ago
Construction begins on Berkeley Park Sports Complex

The park will be closed to the public during the construction period

A sculpture sign shaped like a gear announcing the River Arts District.
On The Town
6 months ago
RAD kicks off weekly art market following RAD Renaissance

The RAD Art Market will be held every Saturday from now through November in the parking lot of Pine Gate Renewables, 130 Roberts St.

A house mid-construction.
Ask The Expert
6 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.

Local
6 months ago
Asheville council to vote on $3.9M budget amendment for Helene recovery

The city’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2025-26 will be presented at the council meeting set for 5 p.m. Tuesday.