Pete Zamplas
Four Students Honored for Writing On Sousa, National March
Youths who study in Henderson County won Daughters of American Revolution history essay contests at the local level and above, for their take on the national march and John Philip Sousa who wrote it.
Miss Asheville, Teen Contestants Set For Feb. 24
A multi-pageant extravaganza will be held locally next weekend, with historical significance.
Violinist Lauren Wright Joins Band for Music of ’60s-’80s at FRP
A dynamic lady performer joins a sensational, familiar Music on the Rock® lineup.
East Boys Edge West in Basketball, Seize M7 Lead
Eager Eagle, fierce Falcons, gnarly Knights, and bruising Bearcats are all starring in the best overall Henderson County boys season in memory.
Swift Lady Falcons Lead League in Basketball
West Henderson Lady Falcons are the cream of the Henderson County crop in girls basketball, and also lead their league so far in 2023-24.
Have a Blast at Houston’s Historic NASA Space Center
Houston, Texas is “Space City” as the home of the Johnson Space Center and adjoining public space museum, featuring a massive Saturn V rocket and a replica of the Independence space shuttle.
Food for Thought: Donate $5 to Schools, Enter Drawing
People can support local schools with a mere $5 donation and have a shot at a $50 gift card.
‘M’ Turns ‘W’ Upside Down to Win CFB Crown
Witnessing in person my alma mater win a college football title game for the second time in 27 seasons is a thrilling start to the new year.
Junior Appalachian Musicians Benefit Concert Lights with Grammy Winner
Seventeen local youth played old-time music together, with five of their adult mentors, and with special guest Jim Lauderdale.
‘Umbrella Assassin,’ 9/11, Manhunt for Bomber
Two sitting presidents visited Henderson County, while a massive manhunt for a fugitive bomber in WNC was another news highlight in the past 35 years.