Long Time Public Works Employee Retires
"Jody has been an amazing person. This was his first real paying job... He's a true example of a person who has the best interest of the town in mind when he does his work," voiced Dale Pennell, the Public Works Director.
School Used to Educate Black Students Preserved
Community members refurbished historic school over the last 10-plus years.
Ram Diamond Dandies Finish Perfect in MAC
Several local baseball and softball teams are poised for playoff runs that begin this week.
Biogas System: Buyers Wanted
In light of increasing maintenance needs and Duke Energy's waning interest in purchasing, Buncombe County is seeking creative proposals for its Landfill Gas-To-Energy project that burns methane from the landfill to generate electricity.
Several Locals Win WNC Sports Awards
Many Buncombe and Henderson county public and private school teams and athletes were honored Sunday.
Cinderella Rolls Into Asheville In Her Golden Carriage
Theater goers young and old filled the Harrah's Cherokee Center for the Ballet Cinderella. It was a delightful evening of dance and lighthearted humor.
Bonsai as Fine Art Exhibit Sure to Intrigue
The Blue Spiral Gallery in downtown Asheville and The N.C. Arboretum will be having a first-of-its-kind 10 day exhibition from June 2 - 11th of Bonsai. Special events and educational programs are planned.
Buncombe Passes Bitcoin Mining Moratorium
The Buncombe County Commissioners placed a moratorium on bitcoin mining that will be in effect for a year or until they adopt land use ordinances regulating their construction, whichever comes first. This will give staff time to investigate extreme claims made by both advocates and opponents.
Attic Salt, Making Theatre Accessible for Audiences & Artists
For Attic Salt Theatre Company, the focus is on strong writing.
Accident Set Business Owner on Different Trajectory
An auto accident changed the life of a promising young athlete, which led to that athlete helping many area residents in rehabilitation and getting fit.