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Elderly man wearing a golden crown and birthday sash, about to eat cake at a 99th birthday celebration indoors.

4 weeks ago

Meet Jim Rider: The 99-year-old who volunteers every week at Mission Hospital

Rider, who still volunteers every Tuesday, has dedicated decades of service to patients and families at Asheville's Mission Hospital

Facade of a government building showing the 'BUNGOMA COUNTY ADMINISTRATION' sign and a blue circular seal on a beige tiled wall.

4 weeks ago

Buncombe County OKs landslide mitigation contract, advances $70M in bond proposals

Fairview recovery efforts, affordable housing funding and open space preservation were among key actions taken by commissioners Tuesday

Woman with brown hair in a tan coat and mustard-yellow sweater looks upward, standing in a pink room with framed artwork behind her.

4 weeks ago

‘Disclosure Day’ is Steven Spielberg doing what he does best

That is, sentimental sci-fi spectacle. The director's latest movie is a fantastic, heartfelt alien adventure. Read our review for more.

Single-story brick school building with a flat roof and a grassy front lawn, set against a clear blue sky and tree-covered hills in the distance.

4 weeks ago

12-court indoor pickleball facility coming to Weaverville in late summer

A 132,000-square-foot industrial building is on the precipice of becoming a sprawling indoor pickleball court. Located just minutes outside of downtown Weaverville, Ballcrank Pickleball Club is slated to open late this summer.

Informational map kiosk on a city sidewalk, surrounded by trees and parked cars in downtown Asheville.

4 weeks ago

Juneteenth in Asheville: City closures and celebrations

The city of Asheville has announced service closures and Juneteenth celebrations for this Friday, June 19.

Nighttime outdoor movie screening in a city park with a large screen, audience on blankets, and tall illuminated buildings in the background.

4 weeks ago

Summer cinema in Asheville: Free family movies and outdoor screenings

Heads up, parents. There are several free, family-friendly opportunities this summer to partake in a seasonal tradition: watching a blockbuster on the big screen. Check out the options around Asheville.

Entrance glass doors to a brick building, decorated with a bold black-red-white animal graphic and large lettering above.

4 weeks ago

Buncombe County shifts location of Fourth of July celebration

While past celebrations were held at Lake Julian Park, Buncombe County residents are invited to watch Fourth of July fireworks this year at North Buncombe Fields in Weaverville, N.C.

Exterior of a textured beige pebble-dash building with red brick window trim and a Cultural Center sign, with leafy branches on the right.

4 weeks ago

The Block to receive custom bench made from tree felled by Tropical Storm Helene

This Juneteenth, The Block, the historic Black business sector of downtown Asheville, will receive a new, custom-designed bench from Echoes of the Forest, a nonprofit creating functional artwork from trees felled by Tropical Storm Helene.

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Hellbender preview: First look at new Asheville live music venue

Open grassy park with tall leafy trees and a clear blue sky; a large stage and event tents are visible in the background.

This weekend, Hellbender by the Orange Peel, the newest music venue in Asheville, will open its doors to the public for the first time. Check out our sneak-peek.

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Black Mountain Blues Experience announces 2026 lineup

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