Anthony Abraira

‘Last Five Years’ Delivers a Colorful & Charming Musical Experience

Finishing up their National Broadway Tour of Pretty Woman, Bethany McDonald and local favorite Chase Wolfe led the Shakespeare & Friends production of the much-loved and popular musical The Last Five Years by Jason Robert Brown.

Trillium Arts Unveils a Spectacular Avian-Inspired Dance Production

Experience the enchanting fusion of dance and nature at Trillium Arts' Taking Flight event, showcasing barn owl-inspired choreography and evocative films celebrating conservation and interconnectedness.

Fluttering Splendor as ‘On the Wing’ Gallery Opens in the RAD

Step into a world of vibrant butterflies suspended in acrylic cases, where owners Shane and Sam Trophia combine artistic vision with conservation efforts to preserve the majestic monarch population.

AdventHealth Prepares to Bring State-of-the-Art Medical Care to Buncombe County

AdventHealth plans to establish a cutting-edge community hospital in Weaverville, Buncombe County, offering advanced medical services to address the growing healthcare demands of residents in Buncombe and neighboring counties.

McDowell County’s Land Acquisition Enhances Fonta Flora State Trail Connectivity

Milestone acquisition in McDowell County paves the way for the development of Fonta Flora State Trail, connecting communities and enhancing recreational opportunities along the Catawba River.

Public School Leaders Embrace Competition in Age of School Choice

CALN is a collaborative initiative working to prioritize academic excellence and student success in traditional public schools across the Carolinas.

MHO Receives $2.5 Million Investment from First Citizens Bank for Affordable Rental and Homeownership Developments

First Citizens Bank has provided Mountain Housing Opportunities with a $2.5 million Equity Equivalent Investment (EQ2) to support their affordable housing development projects and land acquisition efforts.

Mountain City Public Montessori Expands to Include Seventh Grade

Mountain City Public Montessori expands to include a seventh-grade program, fulfilling its mission to provide accessible, high-quality Montessori education and fostering a community of lifelong learners.

Misguided Washington Policies Endanger North Carolina’s Bioscience Boom

The biotech industry in North Carolina, one of the largest in the nation, is facing challenges due to new drug-pricing policies that inadvertently favor certain medications over others, leading to potential bankruptcy for some companies and limited access to new treatments for patients, highlighting the need for Congress to align drug development with medical science rather than unintended policies.

Controversial Zoning Change Proposal for Therapy Center in Evans Road Community

There has been increasing local discussion surrounding Timberknolls Spirit Cove’s partnering with Kanuga Conferences to change the zoning from Residential to Commercial at a lot on Henderson County’s Evans Road. The plan is to establish a therapy center office and headquarters ranch for Timberknolls Spirit Cove’s “nationwide” operations, which aim to provide animal-assisted therapy to […]