Although Joe Zimmerman relocated to New York City to pursue a career in comedy, the former Ashevillean still comes back to visit — at least during his extensive, national comedy tours. Zimmerman, who calls himself an “ambassador of joy,” was recently featured on Comedy Central’s “The Half Hour,” “The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson,” […]
From a press release: Local jewelers “take over” Mora: One-day-only holiday event showcases Asheville talent Mora is turning over all of its display cases to jewelry made in Asheville on Saturday, December 13, 2014, from 10:00am until 7:00pm. For one day only, the downtown boutique will showcase the talents of contemporary jewelry artists living and […]
Each week, Xpress highlights notable WNC crowdsourcing initiatives that may inspire readers to become new faces in the crowd. This week features two storytelling projects — a dark comedy exploring identity crises by filmmaker Paul Schattel and an album about spiritual redemption by PW Gopal.
Praline, caramel and buttery notes co-star in the latest small-batch brew available from City Bakery and Dynamite Roasting Co., and this is one buzz you won’t regret in the morning. Certified organic single-origin coffee from Honduras’ Finca La Esmeralda farm — expertly grown, carefully selected and recently transported — has made its way to Asheville, […]
From a press release: Biltmore Property Group announces two new members to executive team Timothy Finley has joined BPG as Senior Financial Advisor. Tim is past chairman and chief executive officer of Jos. A Bank Clothiers. During his 9 year tenure at Jos A Bank, the company more than tripled its retail locations and completed […]
Raleigh residents got a taste of Asheville last night, Nov. 19, when chef Michelle Bailey of Season’s at Highland Lake defeated Cape Fear Country Club’s chef Antoine Murray in the first round of Final Fire eliminations.
After a decade of mastering their crafts independently, longtime collaborators Native American flutist Carlos Nakai and pianist and composer Peter Kater have joined forces once again. In celebration of their recent joint album, Ritual, the pair will treat audiences at the Diana Wortham Theatre to two nights of world music dynamism. Ritual‘s seven tracks fill […]
The Ingles Table, an online content series which highlights recipes and rising culinary talent, filmed its “Holiday Homecoming” program at A-B Tech’s Asheville campus on Nov. 14, donating $5,000 to local nonprofit organizations at the event’s conclusion. The 30-minute episode followed four Ingles All Star chefs, each competing on behalf of a local charity, as […]
From a press release by the Environmental Protection Agengy: [On Nov. 17,] the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) contacted the three families relocated due to elevated levels of trichloroethylene (TCE) at their residences near the CTS of Asheville, Inc. Superfund site in Asheville, N.C., to let them know they may return home, effective immediately. After […]
From a press release: BOONE, N.C. — Appalachian Mountain Brewery, Inc. (OTC:HOPS), announced 3nd Quarter revenue increased significantly and was up 38 % to $266,283 compared to 2nd Quarter 2014 at $192,450. Revenue increased by 77% to $266,283 for Q3 2014 versus $150,703 for Q3 2013. AMB’s gross margin improved during the 3rd Quarter to […]
Asheville is one of the smartest small towns in the nation, according to Forbes’ latest research. The poll of “America’s Smartest Cities,” which considered 380 metropolitan areas in the country, ranked Asheville eighth in its “small smart set,” pointing to significant growth in the college-educated population. Methodology for conducting the research included consideration of three […]
Although The Moon and You collaborated with a professional artist and videographer to create an official music video, the team purposefully preserved the “playful, DIY aesthetic” that you’d expect from musicians listing “glitter and savory crepes” as interests on their Facebook page. A photo booth full of the band’s props will be available at the […]
Asheville filmmaker Katie Damien took up directing, filming and production duties for her most recent short film project, entitled The Perfect Spot. The film follows three young men on a night out downtown, which unfolds outrageously successfully shortly after, and seemingly due to, their securing the perfect parking spot on Wall Street. The Perfect Spot, submitted […]
From Asheville Citizen-Times: By Jon Ostendorff Chief promises not to sue city in retirement agreement Police Chief William Anderson promised he would not sue the city under labor laws and accepted a payment of $35,000 in exchange for his retirement, according to the settlement agreement. He also agreed to help the city defend against any […]
Concerned citizens gathered both inside and outside the Lee County Government Center for the Monday, Nov. 17, Board of Commissioners meeting. At the meeting, Duke Energy presented plans to store millions of tons of coal ash in Lee County over the next five years, causing citizen protests. The plans, which were released to the public […]
Los Angeles surf rockers Allah-Las love the beach, and if songs like “Sacred Sands” and “Catamaran” don’t get the point across, the band’s most recent album, Worship the Sun, certainly will. The quartet’s meandering guitar parts and prominent vocal harmonies recall a vintage Beach Boys vibe but remind listeners that a day on the Pacific […]
“With a new album, a new label, new management and a new outlook on life, Justin Townes Earle is completely and totally reinvigorated,” reads a press release for the Americana artist’s winter tour. “You might even call this a rebirth.” On the heels of his fifth studio album, Single Mothers, the alt-country musician will release […]
From a press release: Dr. Ed Reilly of Fairview Chiropractic Center has scheduled several lectures for November and December. All sessions will be held at Fairview Chiropractic Center, 2 Fairview Hills Drive, Fairview, NC. Attendance is free, but reservations are required. Avoiding Back & Neck Surgery: Tuesday, Nov. 18, 5:15-6:00 p.m. Learn about several technologies […]
Bucking the bake sale tradition, West Asheville’s Hops & Vines will host a “brew sale” fundraiser on Friday, Nov. 21, to benefit students of the Francine Delany New School for Children. The donation-based beer-tasting event, led by FDNSC teacher and award-winning homebrewer Brian Pesci, will help offset the cost of FDNSC’s annual sixth grade field […]
“I couldn’t be more thrilled,” says Natalie DeRatt, UNC Asheville graduate and newly appointed member of the U.S. national team for bobsledding. After finishing third in two team selection races (in Lake Placid, N.Y., and Park City, Utah), the Asheville athlete was confirmed on Nov. 9 as one of the youngest members of the 2014-2015 […]
Each week, Xpress highlights notable WNC crowdsourcing initiatives that may inspire readers to become new faces in the crowd. This week features office relocation campaigns for a doula and childbirth services organization and an experiential therapy provider.
