Former Xpress reporter and managing editor Cecil Bothwell reflects on his first cover story for the paper and more.
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Letter: Thanks for 30 years, Xpress
“Asheville has certainly changed a lot, but having an independent local news source as a consistent presence is fortunate.”
Community embraced Xpress — and it showed
Former Xpress advertising director Wanda Edney recalls the early years of the newspaper’s growth in WNC.
Xpress’ long, strange 30-year trip
Contributing editor Peter Gregutt reflects on Xpress’ beginnings and its unlikely 30-year journey.
Publisher Jeff Fobes’ path to the Mountain Xpress
Jeff Fobes reflects on how his life led him to a 30-year career as a newspaper publisher, first of GreenLine, now the Mountain Xpress.
Letter: Thanks for commitment to local journalism
“You have all played a very important role in shaping Asheville as it has grown and changed. Your commitment to local makes a huge difference in our little town.”
30 years and growing: Local news is here to stay
While Xpress can’t replace the volume of the coverage a fully resourced Citizen Times and other daily newspapers provided this community for over a century, we will continue to highlight the topics that have been our mainstays for many years: local government and economy; the region’s environment; arts and entertainment; food; history; health and wellness; opinion; and community happenings.
Remembering Wally Bowen: Asheville’s media MVP
By Bill Branyon | “He never — and I do mean never ever — complained of his plight. His joie de vivre remained intense, and our talks about sports, literature and politics passionate.”