Weekly Digest
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The John C. Campbell Folk School celebrated its 100th anniversary with events honoring its history and engaging the community. Key activities included a Fall Festival and reopening of the Log Cabin Museum. Executive Director Bethany Chaney emphasized resilience through challenges and a commitment to sustainability as the school looks toward its future role in Appalachian culture.
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Shamrock+ deployed drone technology in North Carolina to aid recovery efforts after Hurricane Helene's devastation. Partnering with federal agencies, they utilized aerial imaging for efficient damage assessment while addressing environmental concerns related to debris management. Their experience from past disasters informed their strategies, enhancing safety and data accuracy during recovery operations.
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On November 18, 2025, Regenerating Asheville celebrated the grand opening of its Regen Hub, a community space designed to promote sustainability and equity within the French Broad Watershed. The hub will facilitate collaboration, workshops, and resource sharing, fostering local initiatives in areas like water management and food. The soft opening on February 28 featured networking opportunities and community engagement, with a focus on building partnerships for lasting impact.
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The Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center will host the exhibition "viewshed" from April 4 to August 16, 2025, showcasing the lasting influence of Black Mountain College on contemporary art through interdisciplinary engagement, historical dialogue, and innovative artistic practices by various artists.
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Empire Strikes Brass headlined Hendersonville Theatre's St. Patrick's Day celebration on March 15, 2025. The event featured high-energy performances blending funk and rock. Tickets were $38, with discounts for groups. The Hometown Sound Music Series aimed to foster community spirit through live music while supporting local artists. Upcoming play "Life Sucks" offered additional entertainment options.
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The North Carolina Stage Company will present "The Lehman Trilogy," directed by Charlie Flynn-McIver, from March 13 to April 6, 2025, featuring acclaimed actors and exploring the rise and fall of Lehman Brothers in American capitalism.
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