Commission will receive city resources until February to continue plans to address harms from systematic racism.
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TDA optimistic about fall tourism season
Asheville tourism held steady for the first half of 2024, with numbers expected to rise during leaf season.
Team works to protect ice-age era Roan Mountain ecosystem
Mountain-top berry bushes are pushing out the rare species. UNCA and SAHC are trying to push back.
On the Record: City Council candidate Kevan Frazier on cover songs, multifamily housing and grants
A native to Western North Carolina, Kevan Frazier says cheap rent is what initially drew many artists to the city. If elected to Asheville City Council, one of his top priorities will be to help find solutions to the current housing crisis as a way to assist residents, including those in the creative sector.
County to consider support for expanded broadband
Buncombe County was awarded the BellSouth Telecommunications Project in July, which could expand broadband access to nearly 1,000 new locations in rural parts of Buncombe County if approved by commissioners Tuesday, Sept. 3.
Best Medicine with Eric Brown: Is there a good place in Asheville for toddlers to race dogs?
Best of WNC has arrived, and some from this month’s latest cohort of comedians want to know where is the best place to go to see unique athletic competitions.
From CPP: Mission Hospital strike vote comes as pressure on HCA mounts
The strike decision comes as parent company HCA faces increased pressure over its management of Asheville hospital and others across Western North Carolina in the Mission Health chain.
New exhibit uses Mexican hammocks to explore multiple themes
Draped, shaped and painted hammocks examine concepts ranging from Yucatan culture to weightlessness to the natural world. The show runs through Saturday, Sept. 21, at Tracey Morgan Gallery.
Pride display drives Yancey County library out of regional system
The Yancey County Board of Commissioners voted June 28 to remove the Yancey County library from the regional library system. The potential impact on services is unknown.
Gardening with Xpress: Fungi, fall carrots and elderberry harvests
Fungi in the garden can be either helpful or harmful. Plus, tips for making the most of this season’s elderberry harvests and advice for planting fall carrot crops.
Around town: Harvest Records turns 20
The West Asheville record store celebrates a milestone anniversary, local vocalists reflect on touring with Dr. Dog, plus more area arts news.
What’s new in food: Chef Luis Martinez launches Taqueria Rosita in West Asheville
The new restaurant at The Odd on Haywood Road features the flavors of the chef’s native Oaxaca, Mexico. Also in this week’s food news: Leicester Labor Day BBQ at Addison Farms Vineyard, the N.C. Apple Festival marks its 78th year, a fermentation field-trip opportunity, Asheville Sandwich Company’s return and more.
Letter: Take UNCA concerns to legislature
“UNCA is just one more victim of a legislature hostile to excellence in public education at all levels.”
Letter: Support public education this November
“Whether you currently have a school-age child or you simply care about the quality of education in our state, then voting for candidates who promise to support public education should be top of mind this November.”
Road hog: The I-26 Disconnector
“But while small portions of the road do appear to be much-needed transformations, will we now turn away in disgust and denial over what we’re doing to the people, animals and environments that will be most dreadfully affected?”