Democratic vice presidential Tim Walz comes to town, the county fires longtime property tax assessor and Tropical Storm Helene devastates the region.
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Year in review: Four priorities for the Asheville Fire Department
Fire Chief Mike Cayse discusses his first year with the Asheville Fire Department.
Year in Review: Talking heirloom corn and equity with Luis Martinez
“We view our fellow restaurant owners as allies — whether by sharing advice, participating in local events or rallying around causes that uplift our community,” says Luis Martinez, CEO of Tequio Foods.
UNCA slashes programs, reparations commission seeks extension and more
The county wrestles with short-term rental rules, a local college cuts programs, he reparations commission needs more time and more.
BID vote sparks backlash, taxes go up and more
A new business improvement district sparks controversy, TDA cuts funding for the Sports Commission and two local governments raise taxes.
Year in Review: Celebrating 50 years of theater
“When planning our 50th season, the SART team wanted to pay tribute not only to our foundations within Mars Hill University but also to SART’s evolution into the exceptional professional theater that it is today,” says Jack Womack, the theater’s PR director.
Year in Review: Readers weighed in on development, health care, UNCA and more
The letters to the editor, commentaries and online comments published in Xpress over 2024 yield insights into readers’ concerns that hit close to home.
A buyer for Canton’s paper mill, the end of Salvage Station and more
A buyer steps up for Canton’s shuttered paper mill, Highland Brewing Co. turns 30, Salvage Station call its quits and more.
Year in Review: Jason Mogen on the essential role the North Asheville Tailgate Market plays in nurturing the community
“Our market is home to so many, built on the connections our vendors make with the North Asheville community,” says Jason Mogen, executive director of the North Asheville Tailgate Market.
‘Selfie Bear’ goes viral, McCormick Field marks 100 years and more
An Asheville bear cub makes national news, the Tourists commemorate a major milestone, residents rally for a beloved farm and more.
Year in Review: Karis Roberts talks beer collaborations and other brewery-focused initiatives, post-Helene
After Tropical Storm Helene, the Asheville Brewers Alliance “pivoted from growth and expansion to recovery, community support and ensuring that Asheville’s craft beer industry can bounce back stronger,” says Karis Roberts, the organization’s executive director.
Swannanoa library stays open, Montford North Star Academy closes and more
A library stays open, a school closes and more.
Year in Review: Drake Fowler on taking over The N.C. Arboretum and leading the organization through a natural disaster
“I did not expect to be faced with over 10,000 trees down on our property within the first 60 days of my tenure. But with the tireless efforts of our staff and with help from outside organizations, we were able to reopen parts of the arboretum to guests,” says Drake Fowler.
Banned books, Gaza protests and more
Woodfin westsiders fail in bid to leave town, Buncombe Schools ban a book, protesters come to City Council meeting and more.
Year in Review: A conversation about the creative sector with Katie Cornell of ArtsAVL
“The outpouring of local and national support for our local artists and arts organizations has been amazing,” says Katie Cornell, executive director of ArtsAVL.
Downtown patrols, new leadership and more
The sheriff adds downtown patrols, a new police chief takes office, an expensive bathroom causes controversy and more.
Year in Review: Asheville Police Chief Mike Lamb discusses his first year on the job
“One tenet that I have relied upon throughout my career is the fact that relationships are the real currency of policing,” says Asheville Police Chief Mike Lamb.
Unstoppable: Serving the community is a key priority
“In an odd series of events, we had actually decided to open a food resource area and onboarded our first mental health intern right before the hurricane hit,” says Amy Upham, executive director of Blue Ridge Pride.
Unstoppable: Self-care is important
“Seeing our clinicians regularly at comfort sites, in our bright teal T-shirts, helps foster a sense of trust and creates a safe space to chat or cry,” Mary Waller, development director of All Souls Counseling Center,
Unstoppable: Talk to friends and family about mental health
“There is an emotional life cycle of a disaster and many of us in our community are still in the ‘disillusionment’ stage,” says Cammy Sky Holt, communications director of Black Mountain Counseling Center.
Unstoppable: Clearing trees and developing new bonds
“We have real concerns about how the downed debris could impact the severity of wildfires,” says Lang Hornthal, co-executive director of EcoForesters. “We also know that nonnative invasive species will take advantage of this newly created growing space and will be a big problem come spring.”