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Meet the animals in Asheville’s local businesses

Posted on July 19, 2024July 19, 2024 by Jessica Wakeman

Dogs, cats and fish double as coworkers at many establishments. It is Asheville after all — one of the most dog-friendly places around.

Go Local continues its mission to support independent shops

Posted on July 18, 2024July 18, 2024 by Lisa Allen

“There’s a pride in businesses that are local, independent,” says Sherree Lucas, Go Local’s executive director. “You walk into these great stores and they’re so unique in the products that they offer at such good quality.”

What’s new in food: Unique ways to celebrate (or lament) Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 10, 2023February 10, 2023 by Andy Hall

The way to someone’s heart is through their stomach — or so the saying goes. Whether you are looking to celebrate with your pals, by cursing your luck in love or (gasp!) by going on a romantic date, you will find several options below to whet your appetite.

Local bands discuss touring amid inflation

Posted on July 29, 2022July 25, 2022 by Edwin Arnaudin

Rising costs have brought an already wrought situation to the brink, but Asheville-area artists continue to make it work.

What’s new in food: Dough House Vegan Donuts opens in Black Mountain

Posted on January 11, 2022January 12, 2022 by Kay West

The Trashy Vegan owners launch a new doughnut shop in Black Mountain. Plus: Asheville Restaurant Week 2022 arrives; Spicewalla and Poppy’s Handcrafted Popcorn collaborate; and plenty more!

A&E Roundup: Tryon Film Festival goes digital

Posted on October 1, 2020October 8, 2020 by Edwin Arnaudin

The N.C. festival is increasing access with a weeklong virtual event, outdoor entertainment ramps up in October and more area arts news.

Smart Bets: Progressive jazz in the round

Posted on February 25, 2020February 18, 2020 by Edwin Arnaudin

Three Southeastern-based improvisational groups perform Feb. 28 at Fleetwood’s.

Smart Bets: PrettyPretty

Posted on December 16, 2019December 12, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

The Asheville alt-pop duo’s monthlong Fleetwood’s residency continues Dec. 20 and 27.

Acoustic Asheville: Girls on Grass

Posted on October 19, 2019October 17, 2019 by Jesse Hamm

Girls on Grass move effortlessly between surf, grunge and punk with a nod to the history inherent in those genres.

Smart Bets: Bombay Gasoline

Posted on August 27, 2019August 22, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

The Asheville-based Southern Gothic electro-rock duo play Fleetwood’s on Aug. 30.

Smart Bets: The Ex-Optimists

Posted on August 5, 2019July 30, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

The Asheville/Houston-based indie/noise rockers make their “local” debut Aug. 9 at Fleetwood’s

Fashion Bath plays an album release show at Fleetwood’s

Posted on July 16, 2019July 7, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

The creative team of Kevin Boggs and Max Murray reflect on their rock band’s terrifically cohesive “Domestic Bliss.”

Smart Bets: Valentine’s Day at Fleetwood’s

Posted on February 11, 2019February 4, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

The mass fake wedding extravaganza returns for a second year on Feb. 14.

Small bites: Edible adventures for Valentine’s Day

Posted on February 5, 2019February 4, 2019 by Thomas Calder

Love is in the air and on the menu at many local restaurants, bars and breweries in and around Asheville.

30 Days Out: a look at upcoming concerts

Posted on February 2, 2019January 28, 2019 by Bill Kopp

Three of the sets noted below are free, but you can do your part to support local music by helping fill the tip jar. Lots of rock, surf and Americana in this roundup.