Mars Landing Galleries Teams Up with Community Housing Coalition
This November and December, Mars Landing Galleries will donate 20% of fine art sales to the Community Housing Coalition of Madison County through its Artful Impact initiative, supporting recovery efforts for residents affected by Hurricane Helene while promoting local artists and fostering community resilience.
Mucking Out Marshall: The Road to Recovery
Marshall, NC lost its history and heart during tropical storm Helene, but it hasn't lost its Soul. Clean up and restoration has been ongoing since the day after the storm, working to salvage what's left of the town. Its heart came back with the many volunteers and military members helping to rebuild.
Slams, Grins, Wins: Volleyball Falcons Win it All
West Henderson earned its sixth all-time volleyball 3A state title last week with a blend of overpowering hitting and serving, balanced attacking, split-second retrieving, clutch blocks, comeback rallies, and a flurry of celebratory moments.
Reynolds Beats AHS, TCR in Comebacks
Huge Mountain Athletic Conference football rivalry games are returning some normalcy to the mountains, with reigning champion A.C. Reynolds emerging again as the league favorite.
From Curb to Site: Navigating Storm Debris Regulations
In the interests of health and safety, it is imperative that hurricane waste be removed from occupied areas as quickly and orderly as possible. At the last Asheville City Council meeting, Mayor Esther Manheimer and Solid Waste Manager Jes Foster went over some of the rules and dispelled rumors about who can do what, where.
N.C.’s Push for Citizen-Only Voting: A Response to Non-Citizen Participation
As November elections near, North Carolina debates a Citizen-Only Voting Amendment to restrict voting to U.S. citizens, reflecting public support and potentially influencing similar legislation nationwide.
Coats for the Cold: A Lifeline for Asheville’s Vulnerable
Yesterday, Western Carolina Rescue Ministries held its annual Coats for the Cold event in Asheville, distributing free winter gear to those in need, with a focus on equitable access and community support despite challenges posed by Hurricane Helene.
WHHS Wins Volleyball West Falcon Bowl
Regional 3A top seed West Henderson reached round four in the 3A state volleyball tournament which concludes this week, while three other local teams bowed out in round two.
Dazzling Winter Lights Show at Arboretum Still Taking Place This Year
Despite almost 10,000 trees having fallen at the Arboretum, the magical walk-though Winter Lights show will take place this year.
Why the Blue Ridge Parkway Remains Closed: An Inside Look
This time of year, with its crisp, cool air, is normally a favorite for enjoying the outdoors in Western North Carolina. Leaders at state and national parks and forests were contacted to discuss when things might reopen and what is taking so long.