A Resort Built On Sulphur Springs
Asheville’s roots as a tourist town go back two centuries or more, as can be seen by a state historical marker on the side of Patton Avenue (about where Patton turns into Smoky Park Highway.) in West Asheville. The marker is set at the corner of Old Haywood Road and Patton Ave, and for those […]
Three Historic Markers Within Feet of Each Other
You're told that you should never discuss religion and politics. Still, this week, that's going to be unavoidable, as at the corner of these two roads, you'll find three very interesting plaques marking an early missionary and two politicians.
New Bill Would Limit What Weaverville Can Do About STRs
A bill in the North Carolina Senate could make any attempt by the Weaverville Town Council to limit whole-house short-term rentals (STR) an ineffective effort. It could also end STR bans in other North Carolina towns and cities like Asheville.
Time to Celebrate at the Cider, Wine & Dine Festival
The Henderson County vineyards and orchards open their doors to visitors. They will offer a variety of activities--tastings, picnics, hikes, tours, and music-- over the weekend of April 21-23rd to welcome and celebrate apple blossom season.
Ashevillians Address Rising Crime & Diminishing Tourism
Local business and nonprofit leaders gathered together to create a coalition on solving homelessness and crime issues in Asheville and Buncombe County.
Council Coming After Whole House STRs in Weaverville?
According to Wood's data, STRs have gone from making up 1.8% of the town's total housing stock in 2020 to 3.7% in 2023, going on to describe how they take away from the feel of the community, reduce the housing stock, increase prices, and exclude real families from living in the neighborhoods.
Rolling Stones Tribute Concert is at FRP April 13-15
“Satisfaction” is pretty much guaranteed at the next tribute show at the playhouse.
Full Calendar of Events This Spring at St. John in the Wilderness
Many activities are worth noting that will be taking place at the Episcopal Church of St. John in the Wilderness in Flat Rock this spring.
Mechanized Dinosaurs Come to This Area
An interactive, touring dinosaur exhibit comes to Greenville, S.C. on March 24-26.
Asheville to Spend $19M on McCormick Field
Asheville City Council agreed to spend $19 million over the next 20 years on upgrades to McCormick Field. This will bring it into compliance with the new standards set by Major League Baseball and allow the tourists to remain in the city.