Wild for Life, a local organization dedicated to returning injured birds of prey to the wild, brought some of their feathered friends out for some ice cream
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In the public interest: Community radio rides the waves of change
On the radio airwaves, clashes between financial and broadly defined educational interests are common. But local public-affairs broadcasters don’t allow a lack of deep pockets to prevent their messages from getting out. (image by John Zara, photos by Max Cooper)
Leaders of the pack: Leadership Asheville celebrates 30 years of community-focused instruction
In 1982, under the auspices of the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce and UNCA, a group of people looking to become more engaged in the community joined forces to found Leadership Asheville. The series of classes and projects helped them learn and network, and helped set the stage for the city’s evolution.
Activist panel: ‘passion is key’
Local activists met in the Laurel Forum at UNC Asheville today to encourage students to find their passions and get involved. “The cries of the people who are oppressed are loud if you’re sensitive,” said Clare Hanrahan, founder of the New South Network of War Resisters and legal adviser to the Occupy Asheville movement.
CalCast: Jan. 26-29
From terrariums to honey, this weekend has something for everyone.
CalCast: Nov. 10-13
Where to go? What to do? There are plenty of options this weekend. Let CalCast lead the way to a fun, community-minded weekend.
Local residents, farmers, chefs help feed Occupy Asheville
Local photographer Bill Rhodes tracks down residents who are helping feed Occupy Asheville. photos by Bill Rhodes
Wings for peace
Friends and neighbors came together to fold 1,000 paper cranes to celebrate Judith Hallock and her lifetime of peace work.
CalCast: Community Calendar Podcast
The Mountain Xpress and AFM News Hour Community Calendar sort through hundreds of events so you don’t have to. Tune in every week to hear what’s going on in Asheville and beyond.
A different sort of (West End) soul food
The West End Bakery arrived six years ago today — complete with a recipe for creating a community.