In August 1994, Mountain Xpress launched. This week, we look back on the paper’s start, as well as the publication’s current role in the community.
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Around town: Fingerpicking in honor of Al Petteway
White Horse Black Mountain hosts a tribute concert, Goodwill Ambassador leads acting workshop and more!living
Human donor milk program expands to Sylva
Birthstone Breastfeeding & Wellness Center, 494 W. Main St., Sylva, is a new donor depot of the N.C. Human Donor Milk Program, which seeks to expand the availability of pasteurized…What’s new in food: Fair celebrates Burton Street history and the fall harvest
On Saturday, Sept. 7, the Burton Street Community Association will honor the legacy of E.W. Pearson with free food, activities, music and more at the Buncombe County District Agricultural Fair.…news
Residents weigh in on the future of transportation in WNC
The French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Organization is seeking public input for Elevate 2050, a federally mandated plan setting transportation priorities for the next 25 years in WNC.Council approves more time for Reparations Commission
Commission will receive city resources until February to continue plans to address harms from systematic racism.