A building in the 200-block of Haywood Road collapsed just before 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17. Here’s the buzz on the situation from eye-witnesses and firefighters on social media: [View the story “Building collapsed on Haywood Road” on Storify]
News Bulletins
Children’s author and illustrator Lisa Horstman to appear at Sugarlands Visitor Center
The Great Smoky Mountains Association has announced an upcoming “Meet the Author” event with children’s author and illustrator Lisa Horstman on June 27 at the Sugarlands Visitor Center in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Horstman, the author and illustrator of popular children’s tales such as The Great Smoky Mountain Salamander Ball and Fast Friends, will […]
City advises residents of drilling on Lyman Street and Riverside Drive
The city of Asheville has announced a series of drilling projects along Lyman Street and Riverside Drive in the River Arts District. Drilling began Tuesday, June 16, and is expected to continue for the next four weeks. The purpose of the drilling, according to Asheville’s Planning & Multimodal Transportation Communication Specialist Joey Robison, is to […]
Roots + Wings School of Art and Design holds Community Art Lab Day, July 19
Celebrate the new permanent home of Roots + Wings School of Art and Design (573 Fairview Road, Oakley) during Community Art Lab Day on Sunday, July 19. All ages can participate in free making labs including drawing, screen printing, card making and more. Press release from event organizers: Roots + Wings School of Art and […]
Mellow Mushroom releases 2nd annual “Homegrown Picks” menu
National pizza giant and Asheville favorite Mellow Mushroom has released its second annual “Homegrown Picks” menu, which will be available at all Mellow Mushroom locations through June 30. The special menu is culled from a poll of Mellow Mushroom employees at its 170-plus locations, in which servers, bartenders, prep and line cooks suggest new food […]
“Talking Dirty” weekly meetings postponed for summer season
Organizers of the “Talking Dirty” event, held every Wednesday at Rose’s Garden Shop in conjunction with the Asheville School of Wine, have announced that the weekly meeting will be on hiatus for the summer season. The hour-long event, which Xpress detailed in a January 19 article, provides an opportunity for attendees to discuss the importance […]
K. Johnson Bowles appointed to Public Art & Cultural Commission
Asheville City Council has appointed K. Johnson Bowles, Vice President for Advancement at Warren Wilson College, to serve a three-year term with the Public Art & Cultural Commission beginning June 30. Along with the Asheville art community, Bowles has been involved in public art initiatives across the country.
Broadway’s bar on Lexington sold to new owners
Ted Warner, owner of Broadway’s bar on Lexington Avenue, has confirmed that his establishment is being sold to a new management team. Warner was not available for further comment on plans for the space or details about the new owners. Xpress will provide more information pending Warner’s availability.
IPC Healthcare acquires Extended Care Physicians
From a press release: IPC Healthcare, Inc. , a leading national acute hospitalist and post-acute provider organization, announced today that it has acquired Extended Care Physicians (ECP), one of the largest private practice post-acute groups in the Carolinas. The acquisition expands the post-acute presence in North & South Carolina. Headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina, ECP for […]
WNC Communities announces $70,000 available to help save hemlocks
WNC Communities has announced availability of $70,000 for a second year of competitive awards to help support efforts to restore North Carolina hemlocks.
Air quality forecast for Wednesday, June 17: Moderate (YELLOW)
Wednesday, June 17, 2015, is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for the valleys of Asheville. This means that unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion. For the ridge tops, it is a code GREEN air quality forecast day. No health impacts are expected when air quality is in this range. Please call our office if you have […]
Joshua Warren presents his wishing machine, July 19
Paranormal expert, author and radio host Joshua Warren will unveil his wishing machine project during a special event at the Masonic Temple on Sunday, July 19. Press release from Warren: Imagine a box that can make your wishes come true. That is exactly what Asheville author and TV personality Joshua P. Warren is promoting. And […]
Beer, Bites & Bands in Biltmore Village, June 20
Restaurants and breweries around Biltmore Village team up for Beer, Bites & Bands, now in its second year. The event takes place on Saturday, June 20. Press release from organizers: Restaurants and breweries in Historic Biltmore Village are hosting our 2nd annual Beer Bites and Bands event. . During the event, customers will have the […]
The Malpass Brothers to peform at UNC Asheville’s Concerts on the Quad June 29
The duo will perform for the UNC Asheville’s Concerts on the Quad series Monday, June 29
LAAFF is set to return on Sept. 6
Local street celebration Lexington Avenue Arts and Fun Fest, aka LAAFF, will return to downtown Asheville on Sunday, Sept. 6. This will be the 13th iteration of the free, family-friendly event, which takes place from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Press release from event organizers: The Lexington Avenue Arts and Fun Festival is known for highlighting the […]
Malaprop’s Bookstore,Cafe hosts ‘Writing in Circles’ writers this Sunday
This Sunday, July 26, Malaprop’s Bookstore and Cafe will be hosting Peggy Millin and the local writers who contributed to Writing in Circles.
Buncombe County Schools begins free summer meal program
Buncombe County Schools began serving free meals for local children on Monday, June 16, expecting demand to pass the 86,000 meals it served during last year’s program. A full list of participating locations can be found at the school board’s website.
MANNA FoodBank receives $25,000 grant to help fund its ‘BackPack Program’
MANNA FoodBank received a $25,000 grant from Morgan Stanley to help fund its BackPack Program, a child hunger initiative that helps to ensure students continue to receive nutritious food during school breaks.
HART stages The 39 Steps, June 19-Aug. 1
The 39 Steps is a Hitchcock thriller from 1935, based on a 1919 novel by John Buchan. It was later adapted for the stage and premiered at the West Yorkshire Playhouse a decade ago. Haywood Arts Regional Theatre brings The 39 Steps to Waynesville from Friday, June 19, to Saturday, Aug. 1. Press release from […]
APD requests assistance identifying Baymont Inn robber
The Asheville Police Department requests the public’s help in identifying the armed robber who targeted Baymont Inn on Hendersonville Road on June 6. Anyone with information is urged to call the Asheville Police Department at 828-252-1110 or Asheville-Buncombe Crime Stoppers at 828-255-5050.
Free event about mental health, substance abuse, disability services, June 23
From a press release: Do you want to learn more about receiving help for yourself or a loved one for mental health concerns, alcohol or drug problems or intellectual or developmental disabilities? Do you work in the health or human services field and want to share your ideas about how to improve available services? Smoky […]