Weekly Digest




Labor Commissioner Honors Asheville Businesses for Safety Excellence

The N.C. Department of Labor's annual Safety Awards Banquet honored Asheville-area businesses for their commitment to workplace safety, recognizing those who achieved significant milestones in preventing workplace injuries during the 2024 calendar year.

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Labor Commissioner Luke Farley presents a gold safety award to Eaton Corp. at the Asheville safety awards held Tuesday, June 17, at the Hilton Asheville Biltmore Park. Photo submitted.

WNC’s Slugging Cal Raleigh is on Pace for Historic MLB Season

Area native Cal Raleigh of the Seattle Mariners is on pace to hit more major league home runs than any catcher and any switch-hitter ever, and has slugged more (33) homers than any catcher in the first half of a season.

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Cal Raleigh holds two defensive trophies for last season. Photo provided.

Explore Hendersonville’s Rich Heritage with Mary Jo Padgett

Throughout July Mary Jo Padgett gives Guided History Walks which will enighten you on the history of Hendersonville.

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The novelist Thomas Wolfe of Asheville was inspired by this sculpture found in the Oakdale Cemetery for his famous book “Look Homeward Angel.” Photo courtesy of Mary Jo Padgett.

Doug Ager: Solar Tax Credits At-Risk

Doug Ager of Sugar Hollow Solar talks about trends in the industry and why now might be a good time to invest in clean, green electricity generation.

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Building a solar array. Courtesy Sugar Hollow Solar.

Dinosaurs Headline the Magic of Movie Night Under the Stars

Movie night returns to Brevard Music Center.

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The hall is filled for movie night at Brevard Music Center. Photo courtesy of Brevard Music Center.

Recreate Asheville Plan Earns NCASLA Merit Award

The City of Asheville's "Recreate Asheville" plan received a prestigious NCASLA Merit Award for its innovative approach to parks and recreation planning. The award highlights the importance of community engagement in shaping a resilient public space strategy.

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NCASLA Recreate Asheville Award Online Banner. Photo submitted.

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