The members of local powerhouse indie-pop and soul band Hustle Souls are set to release their debut, full-length album, ‘Colors.’
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Ian Ridenhour puts heart and soul into ‘Ribcage’
Local pop-rock artist Ian Ridenhour starts off 2018 with a bang, introducing his third album “Ribcage” to Asheville fans on Friday, Jan. 26 at Isis Music Hall.
Lot of promise: New food truck court draws mobile eateries downtown
For downtown wanderers, food trucks have long been a scarce commodity. But with a new food truck lot open now in downtown’s “Pit of Despair,” Asheville’s lunch scene is about to welcome new faces weekly.
‘Ho-Ho-Holiday Rewind’ variety show brings seasonal cheer
On Saturday, Dec. 9, Christine Garvin, her dance students and her professional dance troupe will be bringing back a much-loved seasonal tradition, Ho-Ho-Holiday Rewind — a hilariously entertaining holiday-themed variety show that’s had Asheville audiences giggling since 2012.
A Boho Christmas pop-up aims to simplify holiday shopping
The 10-day pop-up shop put on by Vintage Hendo and Engaged Asheville Wedding Studio at 41 N. Merrimon Ave. begins on Black Friday (Nov. 24) and runs through Sunday, Dec. 3.
Local leaders weigh in on sustainable living
What comes to mind when you hear the phrase “sustainable living”? Sorting your recyclables? Maintaining a backyard compost pile? Taking steps to reduce pollution? Maybe the phrase elicits a more expansive image: a self-reliant community living off the grid, with solar panels glinting on residents’ roofs; and carrots, kale and arugula growing in neat rows […]
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MountainTrue newsletter details area environmental news
From the MountainTrue newsletter: MountainTrue Welcomes Katharine Hayhoe to Asheville, April 5-6 MountainTrue and the Creation Care Alliance of Western North Carolina are pleased to present climate scientist and evangelical Christian Katharine Hayhoe for five special events, April 5-6. Katharine Hayhoe is featured in the Showtime documentary, “Years of Living Dangerously” and is on Time […]
WNC Regional Air Quality Agency Board to discuss Duke permit renewal at March 14 meeting
From the Western North Carolina Regional Air Quality Agency Board of Directors: Enclosed, please find the Agenda for the WNCRAQA board meeting to be held on Monday, March 14, 2016 at 4:00pm in the Agency Board Room located at 125 S. Lexington Avenue, Suite 101, Asheville, NC 28801. I. Public Comment Protocol Announcement II. Adjustment […]
Bringing It Home conference encourages community business ownership
If you want to bring home the bacon, first, you’ll need to bring home the tools to succeed, say the organizers of the Bringing It Home conference. And that applies to all of us, whether you’re trying to dig your way out of personal debt or start a million-dollar business. Accordingly, this year’s conference is broadly aimed at all of us, particularly those who sometimes feel left out of the standard entrepreneurial model.
Chad Nesbitt
Chad Nesbitt’s 2016 primary voter guide profile.
Miranda DeBruhl
Miranda DeBruhl’s 2016 primary voter guide profile.
Mike Fryar
Mike Fryar’s 2016 primary voter guide profile.
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Jordan Burchette’s 2016 primary voter guide profile.
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Buncombe Commissioners consider moving ahead with property reappraisals
With a mostly empty agenda, the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners should be in for a short meeting on the evening of Tuesday, March 1.
Oakley Farmers Market announces new location
From Oakley Farmers Market: (Asheville, N.C.) – As the Oakley Farmers Market enters its fifth season, its board of directors has some big news to share. The market, which originated and has operated for the past four years in the parking lot behind Oakley United Methodist Church, will launch this spring at a new location […]
Our VOICE launches online ‘blind reporting’ option for victims of rape and sexual assault
From Our VOICE: February 24, 2016, Asheville, NC- Our VOICE, Buncombe County’s incorporated rape crisis and prevention center, is proud to announce the provision of an on-line blind reporting option for victims of sexual assault and rape. According to a National Crime Victimization Survey conducted by the Justice Department, 68% of sexual assaults are never […]
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CLIF Bar Family Foundation supports training new organic farmers in WNC
From Organic Growers School: Asheville, NC—Organic Growers School (OGS) is pleased to announce an award of $5,000 from The CLIF Bar Family Foundation. This grant will fund the OGS Farmer Programs. The Clif Bar Family Foundation’s (CBFF) mission is to “support innovative small and mid-sized groups working to strengthen our food system and our communities, […]
50+ restaurants participate in Dine to Be Kind benefit for Asheville Humane, March 8
From Asheville Humane Society: Asheville, NC – On March 8, over 50 participating Asheville area restaurants are donating 15% of their food and drink sales to Asheville Humane Society during the nonprofit’s 13th annual Dine To Be Kind fundraiser. The community is encouraged to dine out (or order to-go) for breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks at […]