The exhibit will be displayed at the First Congregational United Church of Christ’s Gallery through April 30.
New Stories
What’s new in food: Two WNC chefs shortlisted for James Beard Awards
Plus, the Michelin Guide comes to WNC, Asheville Proper kicks off lunch service and more Asheville food news.
Moving beyond surf and garage, Seattle’s La Luz shines brightly
Released in May 2024, La Luz’s latest full-length album, News of the Universe, continues the group’s creative progression, building on what they’ve done before but always moving outward in multiple directions.
Dining Out for Life marks 23 years of fundraising for WNCAP
Nearly 50 local restaurants will participate in the April 24 fundraiser.
Letter: Speak up for urban forest and how Asheville grows
“If we don’t speak up about how we want to see Asheville grow, then others will make the decisions for us.”
Sustaining community: Electrify Asheville-Buncombe discusses 2042 renewable energy goals
“As our grid evolves toward renewable energy, transitioning means a cleaner, more efficient environment,” says Sophie Mullinax, chief administrative officer of Let’s Go Electric/Electrify Asheville-Buncombe.
Letter: UNCA can help Asheville’s housing crisis and save the woods
“If the 19 acres more appropriate for housing development aren’t enough, then let’s have a solution-oriented discussion about what to do next. But don’t lead with bulldozing the woods.”
Letter: Be prepared for hazards of planting bamboo
“Don’t do it unless you have the time and the energy or are feeding pandas.”
InterBeing Festival welcomes collaboration, vulnerability and play
This year’s theme — “Community: Refuge in a Changing World” — was selected long before Tropical Storm Helene’s destruction. But in the storm’s aftermath, the concept feels more meaningful and poignant, the festival’s founder says.
Letter: Bamboo is not a good idea for WNC
“She sings its praises. It does not belong in Western North Carolina, and it will outcompete native plants.”
Letter: UNCA should pivot on urban forest
“When you see firsthand the endless, gut-wrenching sights of downed trees at every bend in the road, you, too, will understand what is at stake by ignoring a community that cares about the elimination of additional trees.”
Letter: Trust UNCA to make good use of urban forest
“The intentions of the UNCA administration to utilize the resources of the urban forest to strengthen the university are based on both necessity and good intentions.”
Sustaining community: A healthy lifestyle benefits more than the individual
“If I am healthier, I can help others more often and reduce the load on our first responders and those trying to help us,” says David Thomas, a lifelong recreational cyclist, kayaker, angler and hiker.
Love & Sex in WNC: Let’s talk about dating in your 40s and desire in your 80s (and beyond)
In her latest relationship column, Jamie Zane, a certified sex therapist, answers questions from readers on dating, ghosting and ways to maintain your sex drive late in life.
