Where can locals and tourists go to get a bite after midnight? There are more options than you may think.
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Salt Face Mule grows North Buncombe’s craft beverage scene
The Asheville area’s newest brewery is located in the former Play Station amusement center.
New kennel will help families affected by domestic violence
The survivor of a violent relationship has difficult decisions to make. She has to figure out when it is safest to leave, where she can go, what she can bring and what she can’t. Sometimes she’s stopped cold when she realizes she might have to leave the dog behind.
Buncombe expands use of new election machines
Voters in Weaverville and Woodfin will be the first in Buncombe County to use an electronic method to mark ballots that could save them time at the polls.
Green Roundup: Community leader releases book about developing sustainable cultures
Hood Huggers International founder and CEO DeWayne Barton, released his new book, “The CAP Playbook: Phase One,” on Aug. 14. The book’s Community Accountability Plan lays out a vision of creating a sustainable, inclusive and economically empowered culture in historically marginalized communities. Barton notes that the book is set up similarly to a football playbook, but instead of scoring touchdowns, the “plays” help achieve community goals.
Buncombe sheriff: Crime is decreasing outside Asheville
Across eight serious crime categories reported to the State Bureau of Investigation, Miller reported a 15% decrease from 2021 to 2022 and a 2% decrease from the previous 10-year low, in 2019.
Candidates talk development, tourism as early voting begins
Town council and mayoral candidates in Asheville’s closest neighbor to the north, Woodfin, know that growth is inevitable, and the crowds are coming. The threat of uncontrolled growth led to a dramatic turnover on council two years ago, and more fresh faces have emerged to run as the old guard steps down.
Following Watchdog report, Mission sale monitor says meetings to offer public comment
“The fact that this was even a question is indicative of the frustration many are feeling in the community,” said Mark Weinstein, a Transylvania County resident who helped organize independent meetings. “Nobody seems to really be listening. And nobody seems to be able to do anything.”
Will Mission community meetings allow public comment?
Sen. Mayfield says executive told her there would be no time for people to address the room
Letter: More on A-B Tech’s ‘The Rhapsodist’
“Not only students and faculty contribute to this unique publication, but campus staff as well.”
Around town: An evening of scary stories from Appalachia
Seasonal regional tales at the Vance Birthplace State Historic Site’s annual event. Plus, the 14th annual Queer Girls Literary Reading; a new collection of poems from Hendersonville writer; and more.
What’s new in food: Carolina CiderFest debuts at McCormick Field
Shay & Co., in partnership with the N.C. Cider Association, hosts its inaugural Carolina CiderFest on Saturday, Oct. 21, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., at McCormick Field. This is the first Asheville cider event owned and produced by the cider makers, according to Shay Brown, founder and owner of Shay & Co. Carolina CiderFest will feature a […]
Letter: We can work together to help end human trafficking
“Trafficking exists not only in foreign countries but here in our own schools, workplaces and communities, where it often goes unnoticed.”
No admittance: A Jew in Asheville
“In addition to emotional pain and suffering, selective membership based on race, color or religion can result in egregious restraint of trade.”
Letter: Draw maps that give voters real choices
“I define fair maps as those that provide opportunities for all who wish to run for office a realistic chance for election and for voters to have real chances to elect someone who shares their values.”
Letter: Everyone should get the health care they need
“It is time to give Americans — all Americans — the health care they need and deserve.”