A recent lawsuit brought forth by a New Bern ophthalmologist challenges the constitutionality of the law, bringing the issue to the forefront of statewide debate.
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Creating space for women business owners
With her most recent venture, Mad Genius Studios, Shawndra Russell is committed to creating community and improving access to resources for WNC women in business.
WNC 2024 general election live coverage
This post will be updated regularly throughout the evening as election results come in.
Monthly virtual brainstorming sessions for local business owners
Press release from Amp’d Designs and Nicole McConville Photography: “Resilience Roundtable: WNC Business Pivot Chats” is a new monthly event helping local businesses pivot to sustain their income as we recover from Helene. The roundtable is every third Thursday at 3:00pm, beginning Nov. 21. It is free to attend on Zoom. Register here: https://ampddesigns.com/events The impact […]
Best Medicine with Eric Brown: Comedians on Halloween, Helene and humor amid horrific disaster
The impact of Tropical Storm Helene on Western North Carolina has been devastating. But four brave comedians take a swing at finding humor amid this ongoing tragedy.
Gardening with Xpress: Make growing spaces more resilient
Alternate waters sources, diversification and collaboration help growing spaces survive and thrive.
Letter: Connect the dots on storm, climate and war
“This monstrous hurricane is the natural result of our society’s addiction to oil and its endless wars to feed our habits. We are in a vicious cycle of death and destruction.”
Letter: Witnessing the disaster unfold from afar
“Existing in a world that is normal when your community is falling apart feels like it’s stretching your soul in opposite directions.”
Oct. 14 disaster recovery updates
From Mayor Esther Manheimer: Connectivity is crucial during challenging times, and staying informed helps us all move forward together. That’s why, starting today, we will provide the daily resource guide in Spanish and Ukrainian (see below), ensuring more community members can access the information they need. Water service is slowly being restored—downtown should see service […]
Sheriff Quentin Miller’s Remarks at the October 8th Briefing
Press release from Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office: Below is a copy of Buncombe County Sheriff Quentin Miller’s remarks at the October 8th Briefing: As I walked through our facilities earlier today, I was struck by something that deeply moved me. Amid our restoration, our deputies recovered the flag that had flown over our office. It […]
Mountain BizWorks announces WNC Strong: Helene business recovery fund
Press release fro Mountain BizWorks: ASHEVILLE, NC — OCTOBER 7, 2024 — Mountain BizWorks announces a rapid recovery loan program to assist Western North Carolina small businesses in recovering from the devastating impacts of Tropical Storm Helene. The WNC Strong: Helene Business Recovery Fund is being established with an initial $7.5 million in support from […]
2024 Election Voter Guide: Buncombe County Board of Commissioners
The 2024 races for Buncombe County Board of Commissioners are unusual for their variety: there is a race for commission chair featuring an incumbent, a commission seat race featuring an incumbent and another commission seat race with two candidates who are new to public office.
Dogwood Health Trust releases 2023 annual report
Press release from Dogwood Health Trust: Today Dogwood Health Trust releases its annual report for 2023 called “See Possibilities” – a theme inspired by the transformational ways that more than 300 grantee organizations are leading efforts to improve the health and wellbeing of all people and communities in Western North Carolina. In 2023, Dogwood supported those […]
Dialing for dollars: Artist grants can offer key support
The grant application process can be time-consuming and frustrating for artists. Is it worth the effort?
YWCA of Asheville announces temporary pool closure for repairs
From YWCA of Asheville: YWCA of Asheville Addresses Financial Challenges and Announces Temporary Pool Closure for Repairs The YWCA of Asheville is facing significant financial challenges and must make some difficult decisions to ensure the long-term sustainability of our programs and services. Due to a confluence of broader economic pressures, including the lingering effects of […]
Around the region: WNC police chiefs discuss challenges, strategies
For this month’s “Around the Region,” Xpress talked to six area police chiefs about how smaller law enforcement agencies address crime, public safety, recruitment and retention, community relations and other issues.
Sustaining community: A conversation with local candidate Terri Wells
Commissioner Terri Wells is seeking reelection in 2024, representing the newly drawn District 2.
Police officers struggle to afford Asheville addresses
Roughly 86% of Asheville Police officers live outside of the city limits, according to Asheville Police Department spokesman Samantha Booth.
Statewide tenants union launches in North Carolina
Press release from NC Tenants Union: Tenants from across the state come together to form the North Carolina Tenants Union, a statewide tenants union fighting for housing as a human right. Over 1.4 million households, a third of all North Carolinians, rent their homes. One in four tenants are spending over half of their income […]
Guitar virtuoso Robin Bullock celebrates 30-year career on new retrospective
The Black Mountain-based multi-instrumentalist and composer looks back at his storied musical life.
Advocates encourage workplaces to hire people in recovery
Some people in recovery or who reenter the workforce after incarceration find that potential employers won’t even interview them. This happens most with felony charges, especially drug-related ones.