Asheville War Production Aided Southern Cause
Nestled within the panoramic landscapes of Asheville, North Carolina, lies a lesser-known but historically significant chapter—the manufacturing of Enfield-style rifles.
Edwards Looks To Become First Female Commission Chair
Buncombe Commissioner Amanda Edwards looks to make history as she has filed to be the first woman elected as Chair of the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners.
The Montford Moppets’ Magically Maniacal 12th Night!
The Montford Moppets, a youth troupe founded by current Moppets Artistic Director Ashleigh Goff in 2013, have been pushing the boundaries of Shakespeare since the beginning.
The Angst of Youth, Rebranded, Resurfaces
The Hamas rallies are not coming to a town near you. They're already here. This time, they were framed as a protest against building a training facility for the new Pratt & Whitney plant because some of the turbines made there are used by Israeli fighter jets.
The Fire Elf Sprinkles Joy for the Holidays
The ‘Fire Elf’ nonprofit, in collaboration with the Woodfin Fire Department, invites the community to embrace the spirit of the season with their heartwarming ‘Fire Elf’ Christmas fundraiser. Dive into the delightful world of ‘Fire Elves’ – stress-relieving figurines resembling cheerful firefighters, bringing joy and support to a meaningful cause. To acquire your own ‘Fire […]
Buncombe Considers Incentivizing Non-Airbnbs
Following in the footsteps of other jurisdictions, Buncombe County is considering paying landlords to convert their Airbnbs into long-term rental units. The program has already been halted in two of the three towns county staff held up as comparables. It is hoped that Buncombe will get more buy-in by offering higher incentives for renting to harder-to-house populations.
DIY Messiah Offers Community Sing-Along Opportunity
Singers of all backgrounds and experience levels have a chance to put their own spin on the famous “Hallelujah” chorus this holiday season. On Saturday, December 16, Tryon Fine Arts Center is hosting the Do It Yourself (DIY) Messiah. Rehearsal will begin at 1:30 PM. The performance will begin at 3 p.m., with a reception […]
Pat’s Dancers Electrify FRP Christmas Show
Pat’s School of Dance is in full gear in coming months by performing in a local Christmas show, at a college football bowl game, in regional competitions, then in a summer cruise.
A Flat Rock Playhouse Christmas Sparkles for Another Week
The official state playhouse’s 17th annual holiday variety show helps close 2023 in grand style.
Buncombe County School Board Meeting Gets Emotional
Emotions were high as over 30 members of the public addressed the Buncombe County School Board about their upcoming controversial vote on policies related to SB49, The Parental Bill of Rights.