Doug Ager: Solar Tax Credits At-Risk
Doug Ager of Sugar Hollow Solar talks about trends in the industry and why now might be a good time to invest in clean, green electricity generation.
Asheville Eye Associates Faces Fallout From Cyber Attack
Asheville Eye Associates faced a cyber attack compromising sensitive patient data, with DragonForce Ransomware claiming responsibility for stealing 540 GB of information. AEA's transparency has been questioned amid frustration from news outlets. The hack resulted in a ransom demand of $7 million, while AEA confirmed the breach affected 147,116 individuals, prompting a class action lawsuit over data protection failures.
Hyperlocal Agricultural Models Hurt Harder by Helene, Report Says
A report by ASAP shows that Southern Appalachian small farmers lost, on average, 88% of gross to Tropical Storm Helene in 2024, and losses are continuing into 2025. The latest report will be followed by another that will show that small farmers were impacted disproportionately in the agricultural community and recommend reforms to relief programs.
Shelton Compounding Pharmacy Under New Ownership
Shelton Compounding Pharmacy is under new management. The new owner, Philip Nelson, is carrying on the tradition of emphasizing wellness over sick care while still helping people take standard medications when pills prove hard to swallow.
Local BnB Hosts Step Up Accommodating for Relief Workers
Hurricane Helene is the gift that keeps on giving. That is, stories of unexpected goodness keep cropping up and probably will for some time. This undertold story of heroes and helpers comes from the local short-term rental industry.
Aluminati Guitars: Crafted Excellence with a Purpose
Aluminati Guitars, founded by luthier James Little, innovatively uses aluminum to create sustainable guitars that adapt to environmental changes, while also integrating local materials and supporting the community, as exemplified by their new Floodcaster model made from wood sourced from a flood-affected inventory.
New 8,000 Square Foot Freeburg Pianos Showroom Among the Largest on Eastern Coast
Freeburg Pianos has newly expanded its facilities, more than doubling its showroom space and offering dozens of exquisite pianos for sale.
IFB Solutions Honors Maximus and Guidant Global as 2024 Partner of the Year
The partnership between IFB Solutions, Maximus, and Guidant Global has led to significant employment opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired. With advancements in technology and dedicated support systems in place, they aim to eliminate barriers and foster career growth for this underrepresented group.
Tariffs Could Intensify Economic Strain on Asheville’s Agriculture and Brewing Industries
Local business owners in Asheville express deep concerns about new tariffs raising costs on aluminum and agricultural products, warning that such measures threaten the viability of small businesses and community resilience.
Tesla Service Center Slated for Flat Rock
Politics and hoopla aside, Tesla cars have a sleek design, they ride smoothly, they're low-maintenance, and everything about them incorporates thought and innovation. So, anybody still interested in buying or holding onto one might appreciate that a Tesla Service Center could open this year in Flat Rock.