Julia Sanders and Tricia Tripp discuss the numerous perks of their monthly music series.
New Stories
Student volunteer makes the rounds at Mission
As part of Xpress’ Kids Issue, we speak with a local youth about his time as a volunteer at Mission Hospital.
Cease Harm Audit shows lack of equity data in Asheville, Buncombe governments
At a Community Reparations Commission meeting March 18, the Carter Development Group identified four themes and outlined 10 “high priority” recommendations for actions local governments should take to cease harm to their Black residents.
What does the future hold for the Swannanoa Library?
Community members who spoke with Xpress say they are relieved that the Swannanoa Library has been saved from the chopping block for now. But many questions still remain about its future as well as who will be involved in the decision-making process moving forward.
Buncombe chooses vendor for school district consolidation study
The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners voted 5-1 to pay Charlotte-based education consultants Prismatic Services about $300,000 to provide a comprehensive report, including an analysis of the risks and benefits of consolidating Asheville City Schools and Buncombe County Schools.
Young actor finds her place in local theater
As part of Xpress’ Kids Issue, we speak with 9-year-old Josephine Monastero about her love of theater and performance.
New Asheville Fire Chief Cayse focuses on training, diversity
With over 34 years of experience in fire safety, few people understand the inner workings of a fire department quite like Asheville’s recently hired fire chief, Michael Cayse. As the new chief, Cayse plans to focus on the professional development of his staff, increase diversity within the department and advocate for more modern equipment, fire stations and technology.
Downtown mulls 2024 business improvement district proposal
Among those who are skeptical, the point of contention is whether a business improvement district overburdens downtown taxpayers for basic services that should be provided by the City of Asheville and Buncombe County.
Upcoming comedy show channels ‘The X-Files’
Along with inspiration from “The X-Files,” The Asheville Files also pulls from the popular 1970s variety show format — including games, audience participation and videos.
TRVE Brewing opens in former Eurisko location
The Denver-based brewery’s first expansion is over five years in the making.
Around town: Driving tour of a ‘lost’ community
A historic driving tour of the North Fork Valley; Poet and playwright Barbie Angell performs at the LaZoom Room; “Sordid Lives” at Hendersonville Theatre; and more.
What’s new in food: Exploring Latin American and Appalachian foodways
UNCA hosts its fourth lecture in a culinary series; pop-ups for cheese at a cidery and bread at a flour mill; Devil’s Foot Beverage Co. partners with local music venues on nonalcoholic sodas; and more.
Letter: Edwards’ option: resign in shame
“Wow, U.S. Rep. Chuck Edwards (R-11th District) must really feel stupid for having voted for the President Biden impeachment investigation now that the whole foundation for it has been revealed to have been Russian lies.”
Letter: Opposed to Haw Creek rezoning
“The developer has offered no solutions to community concerns so far. Public hearings to date have been widely attended and in opposition to the project as proposed.”
Letter: Dreaming of Asheville’s Central Park
“The ongoing I-26 expansion offers a unique opportunity for our city to obtain something we all deserve — additional space for pickleball.”
The turbulent ’60s: A Jew in Asheville
“Meanwhile, despite the new respect that worldwide Jewry received after the war, antisemitism continued to rear its ugly head in Asheville, as demonstrated by two stories that community members shared with me.”