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Smart Bets: Nora Brown at The Grey Eagle
The 18-year-old brings her old-time banjo music to Asheville Jan. 5.
Smart Bets: Serenity Sound Bath
The full-body sound and vibrational experience takes place Jan. 5.
Smart Bets: Mark Farina at The Mule
The dance music pioneer spins his signature blend of house music and mushroom jazz at The Mule on Jan. 4 as a fundraiser for ArtsAVL’s Emergency Relief Fund for artists.
What’s new in food: Posana plans South Asheville expansion
The spacious new Biltmore Park location will focus on neighborhood hospitality. Also in this week’s food news: Flour grows its presence in the S&W Market, local bartender takeovers raise funds at the Low Down, new locals-only burger specials, Beradu announces a new breakfast concept, and more.
Smart Bets: Asheville Locals Showcase
Four area bands will take the stage during the Jan. 3 event at The Orange Peel
Year in Review: Track of the Month Club
A month-by-month look back at the year in local music.
Elected officials get sworn in, J.D. Vance visits Fairview and more
The first Black woman to serve as a Buncombe County Commissioner gets sworn in, Vice President-elect J.D. Vance some to Fairview and more.
Voters go to the polls, Helene aftermath continues and more
Voters headed to the polls in local, state and national elections, Asheville (finally) lifts its boil-water advisory, RADFest 1.0 brings hope and more.
Year in Review: A conversation with Mayor Esther Manheimer
The mayor discusses ongoing recovery efforts, the housing crisis and what it was like to survey the region with President Joe Biden.
Community steps up in wake of Helene’s devastation
Western North Carolina reacts the aftermath of Tropical Storm Helene.
Year in Review: A conversation with Asheville City Council member Roberto ‘Bo’ Hess
“Helene reshaped my understanding of the responsibilities inherent in my role as a member of Asheville City Council,” says Bo Hess. “This devastating event has underscored the critical importance of preparedness, resilience and equitable recovery strategies in our governance.”
Tim Walz visits Salvage Station, the onset of Helene and more
Democratic vice presidential Tim Walz comes to town, the county fires longtime property tax assessor and Tropical Storm Helene devastates the region.
Year in review: Four priorities for the Asheville Fire Department
Fire Chief Mike Cayse discusses his first year with the Asheville Fire Department.
Donald Trump comes to Asheville, Xpress turns 30 and more
Former (and future) President Donald Trump drew thousands to a local rally, Xpress celebrates three decades, Bite Me festival debuts and more.