Press release from Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project: Buncombe County farmers markets are opening throughout April and May — or, for year-round markets, shifting back to regular season hours. Spring markets offer an array of produce as well as meat, cheese, eggs, bread, prepared foods, and a wide selection of plant starts. Nine markets in Buncombe […]
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Community Foundation of Western North Carolina awards $10,000 grant to Safelight
Press release from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) awarded nine WNC Community Enhancement grants totaling $82,117 to support charitable organizations and eligible public agencies engaged in projects in downtowns or commercial corridors that enhance appearance, infrastructure, or the pedestrian experience. The grants are: $10,000 to Boys […]
Experts say adults can promote positive body image in kids
Experts emphasize that making body movement fun can keep kids interested and prevent physical activity from just being about weight loss or punishment.
Country Brunch series builds community (at a reasonable hour)
Julia Sanders and Tricia Tripp discuss the numerous perks of their monthly music series.
What’s new in food: Wings and more along the Ecusta Trail
Horse Shoe restaurant expands, offering over 25 house-made wing flavors; a dinner collaboration in West Asheville; a bake shop closes in Fairview and more.
How to work your garden and not vice versa
How to set gardening goals you can achieve without getting stressed out.
What’s new in food: YMCA unveils Nutrition Outreach Hub
Nutrition Outreach Hub opens in Woodfin. Plus: Asheville Cat Weirdos host food drive, Pubcycle turns 10 and more!
Explore Asheville’s ‘Always, Asheville’ storytelling foundation earns HSMAI bronze Adrian Award
Press release from Explore Asheville: ASHEVILLE N.C. (Feb. 19, 2024) Explore Asheville, in partnership with its agency MMGY, earned a Bronze Adrian Award from the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) for its Always, Asheville storytelling foundation. The 67th Adrian Awardscelebrated in New York City honors excellence in travel marketing. Honorees were selected from […]
The benefits of school-based health centers
The Warrior Wellness Center, which opened in fall of 2022, is one of 34 school-based health centers — or SBHCs — operated by Blue Ridge Health around Western North Carolina, and the first of its kind in BCS.
Around town: Benefit to fight period poverty
‘Valenween’ benefit merges Valentine’s and Halloween to fight period poverty. Plus: Valentine’s Day card drive for senior citizens, Black History legacy month events and more!
School community nights connect families to academic support and more
News release from United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County: Seven schools will once again serve up a delicious dinner and academic support for local K-12 students and their families. Free to all, these weekly events are an opportunity to build community and connections that can strengthen the support network for our youth. Organized by […]
Best Medicine: Somewhat effective ways to stay fit in Asheville
Xpress’ monthly comedy features returns to discuss New Year’s resolutions, staying fit (kind of) and Valentine’s Day.
How telehealth helps and hinders the most vulnerable patients in rural WNC
Without high-speed internet, a capable device and digital literacy, the chronically ill can struggle to manage their health in this telemedical world.
Green Roundup: Local biologist receives national prize to combat turtle trafficking
Conservation biologist JJ Apodaca and his locally based organization, Tangled Bank Conservation, recently received a $100,000 prize to further develop genetic sequencing techniques that will help save three of the most poached turtle species in the United States.
City of Asheville announces Black History Month events
Press release from City of Asheville: Throughout the year, the City of Asheville and its partners share unique stories, rich cultural events, and opportunities to connect with neighbors that make the city a special place to call home. In February, all community members are invited to reflect on local Black history, heritage, and hope as Asheville […]
What’s new in food: Asheville home baker launches online shop
Local baker Erik Fabian has launched a new online shop for his company, Sourhouse. Dedicated to helping aspiring bakers make the perfect loaf of sourdough bread, Sourhouse offers free community cookbooks, tips for new bakers and products designed to make the baking process easier.
Year in Review: An ‘Around the region’ special
From Canton to Hendersonville and Woodfin to Brevard, it was a newsworthy year in cities and towns throughout Western North Carolina.
Year in Review: Education, equity and rising costs define quality of life in 2023
Pay for educators, equity for underrepresented populations and housing affordability, as well as nationwide inflation, underpinned efforts to improve the quality of life for Asheville-area residents in 2023, as expressed by Xpress’ Year in Review survey of engaged citizens and leaders.
A capital for Black capitalism: Soul City, N.C. and its unique connection to Asheville
Press release from Kenilworth Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: Join us for the 14th Annual Kenilworth Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. taking place Monday, January 15th at Kenilworth Presbyterian Church (123 Kenilworth Rd. Asheville, NC 28803). Community potluck from 5:00-6:30pm in Kenilworth Center,4 Chiles Ave. (directly behind church) followed by the program which will […]
Around town: The Odd Doll Exhibit
A doll show at The Odd. Plus, whirling dervishes at Warren Wilson; the return of Swannanoa Winterfest; and more.