LEAF Features Sheila E., World Drumming Day

The LEAF Global Arts Festival’s nearly 30-year tradition of thundering percussion takes center stage as the epicenter of its first-ever World Drum Day, and with funk-rock star Sheila E. as the main headliner.

Cam Maybin, Coach Tom Smith to Join WNC Sports Hall of Fame

Cameron Maybin, one of the most celebrated local baseball players ever, is joining the WNC Sports Hall of Fame along with his T.C. Roberson high school baseball coach, Tom Smith.

Book Signing for Veteran “Newspaper Man” During Festival

The Seventeenth Annual Art in Autumn Festival celebrated local talent with author Clint Parker signing his book, "DATELINE: Small-Town, USA," reflecting on Weaverville's history. Parker appreciated the community's support and hinted at future writing projects. The festival showcased 114 artists and craftspeople, emphasizing the importance of community connections and cultural heritage in Weaverville.

Arms & the Man: An Un-Romantic Comedy

George Bernard Shaw's comedy Arms & the Man will be staged outdoors in Tryon, October 3-6.

Discover the Artistic Revolution of France at Columbia Museum

The Columbia Museum of Art will host the exhibition "French Moderns: Monet to Matisse, 1850 – 1950," featuring over 50 works from renowned French artists, from October 5, 2024, to January 5, 2025, showcasing key movements like Impressionism and Cubism, alongside special events including a music performance and a lecture by curator Lisa Small.

Brunk Auctioning Rare Copy of US Constitution

Two years ago, a ratification copy of the US Constitution, along with other documents of historic significance, were surprisingly found in a drawer in a storage room of an estate that had already donated the materials from its library to the State of North Carolina. Asheville's own Brunk Auctions is now handling the auction of these materials.

Prepping Always in Style at Carolina Readiness Supply

Few lives are immune to disaster. The prepper's question is: When it strikes, do you want to be a helper or a victim? The Sterretts at Carolina Readiness Supply in Waynesville sell a lot of prepper supplies and help people who may be anxious about starting to find ways they can become more self-sufficient at their own pace.

How Badly Do We Want Affordable Housing? Not Bad Enough

Barry Bialik, a champion of Asheville's affordable housing community, proposed a couple amendments to the UDO that could facilitate the construction of 200 small homes. Consistent with council's reputation for putting the kibosh on applications for affordable housing, the public hearing was continued into next year.

Reynolds is the Consensus MAC Favorite

A.C. Reynolds unveils a strong-armed new quarterback to go with its superstar runner, for what looms as a run toward the 3A state championship.

Enka Jets Reload, Look to Rise Up MAC Ranks

Enka is getting standout play from its new quarterback and lead running back, as it fights in the Mountain Athletic Conference season that starts on Sept. 20.