“There’s a pride in businesses that are local, independent,” says Sherree Lucas, Go Local’s executive director. “You walk into these great stores and they’re so unique in the products that they offer at such good quality.”
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“There’s a pride in businesses that are local, independent,” says Sherree Lucas, Go Local’s executive director. “You walk into these great stores and they’re so unique in the products that they offer at such good quality.”
After 37 years, George Briggs will step down from his leadership role at The N.C. Arboretum. Drake Fowler will replace him in August. Plus: “Blue Ghost” fireflies return; Kid’s Merchandise Design Contest is now underway; and more!
“Artists are not respected,” says Louise Glickman, co-founder of Artsville USA. Based in Biltmore Lake, Glickman hopes to change that narrative through her nonprofit’s mission and work.
Kate Epsen, who serves as the chair for the Wilma Dykeman Legacy’s news committee on environmental integrity, is currently seeking community input on environmental justice. Photo courtesy of Epsen
Conserving Carolina’s fifth annual Habitat at Home spring photo contest is underway. Plus: Hendo Earth Fare returns to Hendersonville; G5 Trail Collective adds 10 new miles; and more!
COVID-19 was the impetus for an off-the-grid academy that shows children that there are lessons all around them.
As part of Xpress’ Kids Issue, we speak with 10th grader Houston Mashburn about his role as a batboy for the Asheville Tourists.
As part of Xpress’ Kids Issue, we speak with seventh grader Carson Coan about the Brevard Academy Comedy Club.
As part of Xpress’ Kids Issue, we speak with a local youth about his time as a volunteer at Mission Hospital.
As part of Xpress’ Kids Issue, we speak with 9-year-old Josephine Monastero about her love of theater and performance.
As part of Xpress’ Kids Issue, we speak with Mahayla Jones, an 11th grader at The Franklin School of Innovation, about her role in a recent TEDxYouth talk.
As part of Xpress’ Kids Issue, we speak Emery Fischer-Schmidt, a senior at Asheville High School and a section leader for the school band.
As the saying goes, “All politics is local.” At Xpress, we firmly believe this, which is why we’ve focused our primary election guide on local races that pertain specifically to Buncombe County. There will be a lot of new faces on local boards, offices, councils and benches. Asheville Vice Mayor Sandra Kilgore is one of several […]
D. Tyrell McGirt, director of Asheville Parks & Recreation, discusses opportunities for staying healthy in 2024.
“It’s important for readers to know there are free resources across the state to understand their options and support them in going through the enrollment process,” says Jaclyn Kiger, Pisgah Legal’s COO. “I think the state of North Carolina has done an excellent job to roll this out as quickly as possible. Any delay puts people at risk of not having the coverage that they need. “
Sheridan Hill discusses her plans to launch Mountain Hearth Village, an intentional community in McDowell County.
Two of seven District Court judgeships in Buncombe County are open after Chief Judge J. Calvin Hill and Judge Andrea Dray chose not to seek reelection.
Two Democrats are running for clerk of Superior Court, following Clerk Steve Cogburn’s unexpected retirement in January 2023, announced shortly after his 2022 reelection.
In addition to our coverage of contested local races in Buncombe County, Mountain Xpress hopes to clear up some frequently asked questions about the process of voting in 2024’s primary election. Below, you’ll find short explainers on when, where and with what information ballots can be cast. Buncombe County’s 2024 primary voting timeline Here are some important […]
Therapists work to correct misconceptions about ketamine, which they say can treat certain mental health issues.
Alex East, 27, of Asheville discusses his participation in the recent Hawaiian Ultra Running Team’s 100-Mile Endurance Run.