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$11,000 Home Makeover Contest

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Homegrown Music Submissions

98.1 The River’s Homegrown features tracks from Western North Carolina artists. Here’s how to submit a song for airplay consideration on Homegrown

We’re celebrating the places and local businesses YOU love. The 2022 Best of Asheville winners have been announced! See Gold and Silver winners in over 180 categories that YOU voted on earlier this year

Studio AVL

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Asheville Area Focus: Pet Rescue/Adoption Agencies in WNC

Interested in adopting a pet in WNC? Hear how easy it is with these three rescue/adoption organizations!

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City sets schedule for South Slope Mardi Gras parade

The Asheville Mardi Gras parade will bring beads and merriment to the South Slope district of downtown Asheville this weekend. Street closures should be expected for most of Sunday afternoon.

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