City Council talks tough on short-term lodging

Posted on October 4, 2017October 4, 2017 by Carolyn Morrisroe

Asheville City Council appears committed to holding the city’s line on any potential expansion of short-term rentals. Council members put the kibosh on a proposal to allow short-term rentals on a stretch of Haywood Road in West Asheville, while also instructing city staff to explore banning the practice in all areas of the city, including the River Arts District and downtown. Homestays, a type of accommodation where the primary resident is home during a guest’s short-term stay, would remain legal.

West Asheville Garden Stroll showcases peaceful spaces

Posted on September 7, 2017September 1, 2017 by Maggie Cramer

The ninth annual West Asheville Garden Stroll will lead visitors through 15 lovely green spaces on Sept. 9. This year’s theme highlights the idea of “sanctuary.”

Beer Scout: The Whale Craft Beer Collective surfaces in West Asheville

Posted on August 16, 2017August 14, 2017 by Scott Douglas

The Whale will showcase world beers alongside esoteric local offerings with a focus on educating independent beer lovers looking to expand their horizons.

Letter: Brevard Road, an unattended speedway

Posted on July 31, 2017July 31, 2017 by Letters

“You would think you were at a drag strip sometimes the way people open the throttle on their machines. It’s dangerous, it’s noisy, and it reminds me of aggressive drivers from big cities.”

Carolina Beer Guy: Archetype joins West Asheville beer scene

Posted on July 26, 2017July 24, 2017 by Tony Kiss

Archetype Brewing celebrates its grand opening on July 29 with a day of family-friendly events.

Foothills Meats announces a new location in West Asheville

Posted on June 30, 2017June 30, 2017 by Nick Wilson

The concept is equal parts old-school butcher shop, meat-centric restaurant and friendly neighborhood bar. The hybrid, slated for an early September opening, is taking over the 697 Haywood Road location that previously housed Bandidos Latin Kitchen.

Despite progress, concerns about the I-26 Connector persist

Posted on May 26, 2017May 26, 2017 by Max Hunt

When the DOT finally decided on a design for Section B of the Connector project in 2015, many stakeholders thought they saw light at the end of a very long tunnel. Other residents, however, see serious flaws in Alternative 4B, questioning whether the project’s long-term benefits will justify the sacrifices their neighborhoods must make to see it completed.

AVL Beer Week 2017: Events

Posted on May 25, 2017May 26, 2017 by Dan Hesse

AVL Beer Week 2017 presents a full roster of special releases, tap takeovers, festivals, dinners, parties and even some opportunities for yoga and bhangra dancing.

From the ground up: What it takes to open a restaurant in Asheville

Posted on May 24, 2017May 22, 2017 by Jonathan Ammons

The owners of Jargon and Gan Shan Station discuss the ins and outs of launching an eatery in Foodtopia.

Tuesday History: Headlines and advertisements from 100 years ago, today

Posted on May 9, 2017May 10, 2017 by Thomas Calder

In May of 1917, the country was at war with Germany. Meanwhile in Asheville there were some great deals on clothing, sleeping porch shades and real estate.

Buffalo Nickel to close for good April 30

Posted on April 26, 2017April 26, 2017 by Jonathan Ammons

Owner Lynn Foster says a new restaurant concept is coming soon to the Haywood Road space.

How interstate highways changed the face of WNC

Posted on March 10, 2017March 6, 2017 by Max Hunt

As plans move ahead for the Interstate 26 Connector project through Asheville, community members look back to reflect on the profound impact major road construction projects have had on the region.

Beer Scout: Beer bars

Posted on February 9, 2017February 6, 2017 by Scott Douglas

Pour Taproom settles in to larger digs in Biltmore Village; The Black Cloud metal-themed beer bar storms onto the West Asheville scene.

Buncombe County property values see $6.8 billion increase

Posted on January 25, 2017January 25, 2017 by Dan Hesse

The Buncombe County tax department finished its preliminary property tax reappraisal for 2017 and it shows, before appeals have been filed and settled, that the county’s 2017 property tax base is approximately $31.5 billion. That’s an increase of $6.8 billion from the last assessment in 2012.

Small bites: Follow your blintz

Posted on October 11, 2016October 10, 2016 by Thomas Calder

This week the HardLox Jewish Food and Heritage Festival returns to Pack Square, Hickory Nut Gap Farm turns 100, Dobra Tea adds a variety of hot chocolates to its menu and a The Byrish Haus and Pub opens on Patton Ave.

Tuesday History: The sulphur springs of West Asheville

Posted on September 27, 2016September 27, 2016 by Thomas Calder

This week’s Tuesday History comes courtesy of Dr. David E. Whisnant. On his blog, Asheville Junction, the historian and Asheville native revisits West Asheville prior to the Civil War. He tells the little known story of Revolutionary War veteran Robert Henry, who in 1827 discovered a sulphur spring within the present-day boundary of Malvern Hills. By […]

Stroll through a growing West Asheville

Posted on September 9, 2016September 9, 2016 by Virginia Daffron

The eighth annual West Asheville Garden Stroll offers the chance to peek into 15 of the neighborhood’s most charming gardens on Sept. 10.

Remembering Roland Knoll

Posted on August 31, 2016August 29, 2016 by Liisa Andreassen

He is remembered as a risk-taker with a vision, a leader in the West Asheville renaissance and a successful restaurateur. The community suffered a great loss when Roland Knoll, owner of the Lucky Otter and co-owner of both Nine Mile restaurants and The Trailhead in Black Mountain, passed away Aug. 11 after an extended struggle with cerebellar ataxia. […]

UPDATED: Asheville residents gather to provide feedback on downtown shuttle proposal

Posted on August 18, 2016August 22, 2016 by Max Hunt

Scores of Asheville residents met with city staffers and representatives from Nelson Nygaard, a national transportation consulting firm, on Wednesday, August 17 to learn about and provide feedback on an early-stage proposal on instituting a city shuttle service in and around downtown Asheville.

Patton Public House brings European comfort food to West Asheville

Posted on July 27, 2016July 25, 2016 by Cindy Kunst

A long time in the making, Patton Public House recently hosted its grand opening, offering a diverse menu of pub favorites and an extensive beer selection.

Letter writer: Environmentally friendly builder faces vandalism

Posted on December 24, 2015December 24, 2015 by Letters

“I want to urge anyone who still has issues with our development of the land on Shelburne Drive to talk to us about your concerns rather than anonymously trespass and damage our property.”

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