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Community
2 days ago
Over 47,000 pounds of food donated through VA Health Care System competition

The Western North Carolina VA Health Care System and the Mountain Home VA Health Care System, based in Johnson City, Tennessee, collectively donated 47,100 pounds of food through the annual Mountain Cup Challenge food drive.

Education
2 days ago
Hall Fletcher Elementary renovation to continue throughout school year

The elementary school, located on Ridgelawn Road in West Asheville, is currently in the process of renovating its mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.

Politics
2 days ago
Pisgah Legal leaders concerned Helene recovery could be impacted by state funding cuts

Pisgah Legal Services is a regional nonprofit providing free civil legal consultation to low-income residents of 18 Western North Carolina counties. However, the recent redirection of millions in state funding could have a major impact on the assistance they are able to provide.

Asheville History
2 days ago
Tombstone Tales: A Fairview grave says James Brevard ‘became a seraph.’ Who was he?

Buried at Cane Creek Cemetery in 1847, the farmer, postmaster and state legislator left a public record that helps explain an extraordinary epitaph.

Local
3 days ago
I-26 Connector update: Westgate flyover closure, detour

NCDOT says paving continues near Hill and Broadway streets

Politics
3 days ago
Hendersonville appoints longtime city official as new city manager

Brian Pahle will become the new city manager of Hendersonville on Thursday, Oct. 1, after he was appointed by Hendersonville City Council on Thursday, August 6.

Local
3 days ago
Asheville Regional Airport cuts ribbon on 121-foot control tower

New tower replaces 1961 facility as AVL prepares for continued growth and expanded air traffic technology

Arts & Culture
3 days ago
Habitat for Humanity launches ReUse contest for creative upcycling

The 15th annual contest invites Asheville residents to show off innovative furniture, dwellings and art projects made of used building materials. Winners in all three categories, voted on by the public, will receive a $200 Habitat for Humanity ReStore gift card.

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