Ann Patchett: A woman on a mission

Posted on November 6, 2013November 6, 2013 by Aiyanna Sezak-Blatt

Not only is Ann Patchett an acclaimed novelist, essayist, and nonfiction writer, she’s also an international spokesperson for the independent, locally-owned bookstore. At a reading hosted by Malaprop’s and staged at the Lipinski Auditorium at UNCA on Tuesday, Nov. 5, an impressive crowd gathered to hear Patchett present her latest literary offering. “This is the Story of a Happy Marriage” is a collection of thoughtful, beautifully written essays about life, love, writing and books. Photo by Kevin Mann.

Trader Joe’s: A one-month review of Asheville’s newest grocery

Posted on October 27, 2013April 6, 2014 by by Steph Guinan

In 2009, more than 6,500 people signed on to the “Bring Trader Joe’s to Asheville” Facebook page. Fast forward to 2013, and the new store’s popularity shows little sign of diminishing.

Arts of Darkness: Two weekend exhibitions couple music and art

Posted on October 24, 2013April 7, 2014 by Webmaster

Mountain Oasis doesn’t necessarily bill itself as an arts and music festival. But that’s not to say the two will be strangers this weekend. Two art exhibitions opening Friday night at Push Gallery and Saturday afternoon at the Apothecary partner artistic abilities with musical influences, adding to the weekend’s festivities. By Kyle Sherard

Blind Pig’s ‘Underbelly’ food journal wins honors at 2013 Midwest Publishing Awards Show

Posted on October 22, 2013April 6, 2014 by by Jonathan Ammons

Good food isn’t all Mike Moore has been cooking up in the kitchens of Seven Sows and the Blind Pig supper club.

Mayoral, City Council candidates discuss key downtown issues at Pack’s Tavern on Oct. 14

Posted on October 15, 2013June 4, 2015 by Hayley Benton

At the Oct. 14 Asheville mayoral and City Council candidate forum at Pack’s Tavern, contenders discussed pressing downtown issues highlighted in a survey by the Asheville Downtown Association.
From cleanliness to crime and toplessness to construction, the seven candidates voiced their opinions on key issues affecting the city and its residents. (pictured: John Miall and Jonathan Wainscott; photo by Max Cooper)

On the food map: Good Food America will film at Posana Café on Sunday, Oct. 20

Posted on October 12, 2013April 6, 2014 by by Hayley Benton

The Asheville area continues to pop up on the national food map: Health network Veria Living will film a segment of its Good Food America show at Posana Café on Sunday, Oct. 20.

WNC Vote Tracker launches website about local legislation

Posted on October 10, 2013October 10, 2013 by by Hayley Benton

A partnership of local nonprofits has teamed up to create the Western North Carolina Vote Tracker.

RECAPPED: Charlotte Bobcats vs. Atlanta Hawks at US Cellular Center

Posted on October 9, 2013October 9, 2013 by Justin Souther

Historically a mecca for failed sports franchises, Asheville managed to attract two NBA teams to the U.S. Cellular Center Tuesday, Oct. 8, in an odd preseason match-up. The game was part of the Charlotte Bobcats’ renewed efforts to build a fan base in Western North Carolina. Here’s what you missed.

Hendersonville Fresh Market to celebrate grand re-opening Saturday

Posted on September 28, 2013September 28, 2013 by Micah Wilkins

The North-Carolina based grocer finished renovations on Hendersonville location and announced another store opening in Asheville.

Minority Enterprise Week of WNC recognizes local entrepreneurs

Posted on September 28, 2013September 28, 2013 by by Ami Worthen

Winners in the 30th Annual Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week of WNC Awards include Corey Coggins, Daniel Tramper, Raynetta Waters and Justina Muniz. (photo by Max Cooper; pictured: Raynetta Waters, center, with friends Stacy and Calen Kelly)

Always neo: Neo Burrito adds a Woodfin location

Posted on September 28, 2013April 6, 2014 by Emily Patrick

Zak Yancey is developing a new Neo Burrito at the Reynolds Village development in Woodfin, and it promises to be a little more exhibitionistic than his other two restaurants in West Asheville and Biltmore Park.

Masonic Temple launches Asheville’s latest food-truck lot

Posted on September 27, 2013April 6, 2014 by by Jonathan Ammons

Look for the latest food-truck option in downtown Asheville today, with more coming next week: The Masonic Temple will hosts such local faves as Gypsy Queen, El Kimchi and newbies 3 Suns Bistro.

Wheels to heal

Posted on September 25, 2013September 25, 2013 by Sharon Bell

The physical exertion that Asheville resident Kevin Johnson will endure during his 3,000 mile cross-country bicycle ride is nothing compared to what the animals in Brother Wolf’s “Help Me Heal” program have experienced. (Photo by Sharon Bell)

Asheville gets accolades for volunteerism

Posted on September 25, 2013September 25, 2013 by Jake Frankel

Asheville was recently ranked as one of the most generous cities in the nation, according to a study on volunteerism and charitable giving by consumer finance site NerdWallet.

Beer Brownies: the other “special brownie”

Posted on September 20, 2013April 7, 2014 by Jonathan Ammons

Beer makes everything better doesn’t it? Well, Robert “Rusty” and Mary Bryant seem to think it might just make brownies even better, too. You can taste the wares of Asheville Brew Bites tomorrow, Sept. 21, at the North Asheville Tailgate Market. (Photo from Asheville Brew Bites’ Facebook page)

Volunteers needed to help determine usage of local sidewalks, bike lanes

Posted on September 7, 2013September 7, 2013 by Jake Frankel

One of the biggest hurdles facing local advocates of building more multi-modal transportation infrastructure such is as sidewalks and bike lanes is a shortage of data. In order to help determine the need for improvements, the city of Asheville is seeking volunteers to help take a count of those currently using the local sidewalks, bike lanes and greenways.

Femcare: ‘We are pleased to be back open’

Posted on August 26, 2013August 26, 2013 by Caitlin Byrd

A mid-Juy inspection revealed 23 violations that effectively suspended women’s health care services at Asheville’s Femcare, the only abortion provider in Western North Carolina The clinic has recently reopened. (Photo by Caitlin Byrd)

Beyond Coal: Rally against Duke Energy plant brings out environmentalists, TV vampire

Posted on August 24, 2013August 24, 2013 by Julia Ritchey

A few hundred people rallied under clear blue skies in Pack Square Park Saturday afternoon to call on Duke Energy to shutter its Asheville coal plant and advocate for clean energy. The event, called “Beyond Coal: A Rally for Our Future,” featured local speakers, singers and popular TV actor/vampire Ian Somerhalder. [Photo gallery at the bottom.]

Craft group coming to downtown Asheville

Posted on August 10, 2013August 10, 2013 by Kyle Sherard

The Center for Craft, Creativity and Design has bought the Lark Books building on Broadway Street. What will the move mean for the local arts scene? (Photo by Max Cooper)

Local film company to debut first feature

Posted on August 10, 2013April 6, 2014 by Julia Ritchey

Local production company Down Poor Pictures is premiering its first independent feature film, Ringside Rosary, at the Fine Arts Theatre on Aug. 15. Filmed mostly in Asheville, with a local cast and crew, the drama tells the story of a boxer trying to shed his criminal past.

Metro Economy Outlook: Job growth strong, wages stagnant

Posted on August 8, 2013August 8, 2013 by Julia Ritchey

The state of the Asheville area economy is getting stronger, with job numbers nearing prerecession levels, but wages remain stagnant, according to panelists at the 14th annual Asheville Metro Economy Outlook.

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