Power Up: Women metal artists flex creative muscles
Volume
26
/ Issue 30
Cover Design Credit:
Scott SouthwickCover Photography Credit:
Cindy Kunst
In our Women’s Issue, we focus on WNC women who get it done — now and in our local history — in realms including politics, education, the restaurant business, metalwork and even wing walking. On the cover: Sara Sanders, director of the STEAM Studio at UNC Asheville
arts
Local women artists take on welding, metalwork and engineering
Artistic modalities aren’t gendered any more than, say, cuisines, dance styles or literary genres. Yet, historically, certain forms of making have been more associated with female-bodied people (fiber arts and…Smart Bets: The Office! A Musical Parody
The national tour stops by Diana Wortham Theatre on Feb. 23.Gold Rose celebrates ‘Dust’ debut at The Mothlight
The character of Gold Rose's Dust is rooted in outlaw and alt-country styles; Fuller calls it “Americana deluxe.” And while the music itself is warmly inviting, the songs have a…Smart Bets: Asheville Mardi Gras
“Superstition" is the theme of the 13th City-sanctioned parade, which takes place Feb. 23.Movies & Meaning Festival returns to the Wortham Center
The weekend-long gathering focuses on seven films' potential for social change.Smart Bets: Krista Shows
The Asheville-based singer/songwriter brings a full band to the Isis Lounge on Feb. 22.Smart Bets: The Comedy Show
The new monthly series kicks off Feb. 20 at the YMI Cultural Center.food
Women create their own opportunities in Asheville’s restaurant industry
Resourcefulness, hard work and tenacity have proven to be indispensable ingredients for success among many of Asheville's leading women restaurateurs.Beer Scout: Taproom managers serve as liaisons between production and consumers
Female higher-ups at Hi-Wire, Urban Orchard and Zebulon discuss crafting exceptional taproom experiences.Small bites: Soul Food Supper
Chicken, black eyed-peas and collard greens are among the items to be served at the upcoming Soul Food Supper, hosted by Asheville Parks and Recreation. Also: Lookout Brewing Co. holds…news
Asheville Archives: Allen High School’s impact on city residents and beyond
Launched in 1887, the Allen High School operated until 1974. Early accounts state that initial classes were held inside a livery stable. But in 1897, an English woman named Marriage…Law and Order: Special Vandalism Unit
ASHEVILLE N.C.The little-known story of Asheville’s pioneering aviatrix
As one contemporary newspaper account noted, Uva Minners' specialty was “walking out onto a wing and going though acrobatics without any safety attachment while the plane whirled along at more…Women gain power, but still short of parity
Political scientists and women who have run for office in Buncombe County suggest that obstacles for women to get elected to local office here are much lower now than they…Asheville climate activists split on carbon tax
Asheville City Council will urge Congress to pass the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act, which is aimed at reducing fossil fuel use by imposing a tax that would increase…Mission criticized on staff shortages, patient care
Local elected officials, ordinary citizens and even a Mission nurse all blasted the stewardship of Nashville, Tennessee-based HCA Healthcare, which bought the collection of hospitals and other health care institutions…Candidates for Asheville City Council — Nonpartisan
Candidates for Asheville City Council share their responses to the Mountain Xpress voter questionnaire in advance of the March 3 primary.opinion
Letter: Wells puts education first
"While education is her No. 1 focus, she will also work to preserve what many of us have come to the area for: nature, open spaces, farmland and our beautiful…Letter: Sierra Club endorses primary candidates
"After an extensive process of reviewing voting records, questionnaire responses and interviews, the Sierra Club is endorsing the following candidates for the Democratic primary ..."Letter: District 1 voting conundrum
"I’ll have to write in myself unless someone else volunteers, since there’s no Republican or Libertarian primary to turn to, leaving zero democratic choice as usual."Letter: Nelson is a passionate community advocate
"With her corporate business experience, as well as the insight she has gained through community outreach and volunteer service, she would be an incredible asset to any public office."Letter: Turner offers leadership, dedication
"I want to see her work and years of experience with building cooperatives, expanding access to affordable housing and supporting locally owned businesses gain more traction."Election letters deadline
For the best shot at seeing your letter to the editor published in Xpress’ print issue before the March 3 primary, please send your missive by 5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb.…