Nerds United: Asheville’s comic book scene unmasked
Volume
29
/ Issue 31
Cover Design Credit:
Scott SouthwickCover Photography Credit:
Morgan’s Comics
A warm, inviting spirit and a customer-first ethos are big reasons why this week’s cover models at Morgan’s Comics have been successful. But these heroic traits aren’t unique to the West Asheville shop. Throughout the city, comic book store owners say business is thriving on account of a collective effort to create community within the industry.
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Local comic book stores thrive together
Morgan's Comics, Comic Envy and Pastime Comics enjoy mutual support in an evolving industry.WellSpring, Keith Harry and Stephen Evans release new albums
This month's selections include harmony-laden folk, pop/jazz and Americana.Around Town: Zelda Fitzgerald Week returns to Asheville
Asheville will celebrate Zelda Fitzgerald's legacy with series of events. Plus, Kenilworth residents honor George Gibson Sr. and South Asheville community, and the Folk Art Center hosts a tapestry exhibit.food
What’s new in food: Dobrá brings Eastern tea to East Asheville
Dobrá Tea celebrates its latest location. Also: Blue Dream Curry House transitions to takeout-only model; High Climate Tea Co. hosts cacao and dance event; and more!living
Local cyclist relives his 62-day ride in new book
In January, Wayne Aho self-published Journey of Discovery: A Narrative of Loss, Aging, Training and What's Important: 62 Days on the TransAmerica Trail.news
Q&A: Region’s top principal discusses her life’s devotion to education
"Everyone works together to make sure our students are educated, that their emotional needs are taken care of," says Ruafika Cobb, principal of Ira B. Jones Elementary School. "People here…Fellowship to expand number of lawyers versed in evictions, housing issues
Evictions in Asheville have returned to pre-pandemic levels, and many evictions begin when a tenant has raised concerns about housing conditions, says David Bartholomew, the nonprofit’s homelessness prevention services director.Development roundup: Urgent care clinic, workforce housing proposed for Charlotte Highway
At Cedar Ridge, 126 of the residential units will be rentals, and 10 units will be short-term rentals. The urgent care clinic will be 3,800 square feet. The project density…County properties identified for affordable housing
Nearly 480 affordable housing units could be built on property owned by Buncombe County, according to a new analysis shared with the county Board of Commissioners.opinion
Letter: BPR’s programming switch hits sour note
"All of us who depended on the music for expanding waves of harmony and well-being to soothe ears already inflamed by too much news are plumb out of luck."Letter: Building a healthier, safer and more caring future
"The group is dedicated to building a healthier, safer and more caring future for our children and grandchildren. This includes meaningful jobs, living wages, health care, supporting families and a…Past its peak
Letter: Sidewalks project shows little cooperation with neighborhood
"I am afraid the city of Asheville is not interested in neighborhood input."Local puzzle page