Sleepless Nights: Insomniacs seek healthy ways to address bedtime struggles
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For some local insomniacs, the pursuit of the Holy Grail — natural sleep unaided by pharmaceuticals — has led them to an array of methods, including working with horses, massage therapy and dance.
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A lifelong resident’s passion for preserving Bascom Lamar Lunsford’s legacy
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Sleepless in Asheville: Insomniacs share strategies for finding rest
In pursuit of that Holy Grail — natural sleep unaided by pharmaceuticals — some residents have resorted to an array of methods, from horses to herbs, massage to dance.news
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Letter: Tourism board should use budget to educate tourists
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"Many of those who were interested in joining were community leaders, prominent in both business and philanthropy. These folks met all the qualifications for membership but were denied acceptance solely…Letter: Which path will you choose?
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Letter: Kids’ safety should take top priority
"One of these days, a kid will be run over. Then the commissioners will say, 'Well, we were intending to start putting a sidewalk in on the day before.' It’ll…Letter: Why do we value fancy surveillance toys over citizens?
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