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Grace Powers

City Editor, AVLtoday

Grace is based in Asheville, NC and started with AVLtoday in April 2023. Before joining 6AM City, she wrote for Music Daily and worked in digital marketing. In her free time, you’ll find Grace working on jigsaw puzzles, testing new recipes, or exploring the outdoors with her friends and family.

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Culture
AVLtoday’s 2023 Wrapped
We took a page from Spotify’s book and ranked your favorite AVLtoday content from this year.
November 30, 2023
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Grace Powers
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City
Buncombe County to lift open burning ban
The County announced that the open burning ban that became effective on Monday, Nov. 6 will be lifted Thursday, Nov. 30.
November 29, 2023
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Pack Square in 1910
History
Asheville decades: the 1910s
We’re traveling all the way back to the 1910s in Asheville, NC where everything from aerial stunts to a great flood took place.
November 28, 2023
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Susan Aplin, Katie Button, and Felix Meana gathered around a table together drinking coffee.
Business
Cúrate announces new CEO, Susan Aplin
Co-founders Katie Button and Felix Meana announced the change in leadership.
November 28, 2023
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Winter Lights at the Gardens at the North Carolina Arboretum
Sponsored
Try This: Winter Lights at The North Carolina Arboretum
Prepare to be enchanted by the glowing gardens, sweet treats, and family-friendly festivities.
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The Golden Pineapple decorated with holiday decor
Culture
Get into the holiday spirits with these pop-up bars around Asheville
Enjoy some fa-la-la-la-libations at these three locations.
November 20, 2023
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Grace Powers
Asheville at dusk
Entertainment
Choose your own adventure results: AVLtoday edition
You chose how AVLtoday City Editor Grace spent her day in Asheville — from where she ate to how she spent her free time.
November 20, 2023
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History
Exploring Rafael Guastavino’s local Spanish Renaissance Revival architecture
See the structures he created and how you can learn more about the architect’s work.
November 16, 2023
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Grace Powers
A woman facing away from the camera staring at the Rocky Mountains in a still from a No Man's Land Film Festival film
Travel and Outdoors
The No Man’s Land Film Festival makes two stops in Asheville
See the stories of women, transgender, and gender-fluid adventurers on the big screen.
November 14, 2023
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Firefighter working to contain the Poplar Drive wildfire in Henderson County
Travel and Outdoors
State parks close backcountry campsites as WNC wildfires continue to burn
Plus, updates on the spread and containment of wildfires in the region.
November 10, 2023
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Asheville Airport
Work
How to navigate the Asheville Regional Airport
To help make your time at the Asheville Regional Airport as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from gates and parking to details on the airport’s 20+ nonstop flights.
November 10, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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Culture
Choose your own adventure: AVLtoday edition
Help choose how AVLtoday City Editor Grace will spend her day in Asheville — from where she eats to how she enjoys her free time.
November 8, 2023
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Grace Powers
Smoky skies from the Collett Ridge wildfire in Cherokee County
City
Buncombe County extends burn ban due to drought and wildfire conditions throughout WNC
Find details on the ban and how you can support wildfire relief efforts for our neighbors in Henderson County.
November 6, 2023
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Grace Powers
Rocky’s Hot Chicken Shack Thanksgiving 2022
Food
Where to dine-in or carry-out Thanksgiving dinner
Allergic to your stove? No problem — here’s where to go.
November 6, 2023
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Yellow and orange sunset over the Blue Ridge Mountains
Entertainment
Try your hand at AVLtoday’s October crossword puzzle
Test your knowledge with a crossword puzzle of news we’ve shared this past month.
November 2, 2023
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Travel and Outdoors
Here’s what to do with your fall pumpkins and leaves
Find out how to dispose of old pumpkins + leaves ahead of the holidays.
November 2, 2023
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A speaker at the AVLtoday storytelling open mic
Events
Watch a few of our favorite moments from the AVLtoday storytelling open mic
The community came out to celebrate pride in place and share their love of Asheville in story form.
November 1, 2023
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State of the Arts Brunch
Arts
ArtsAVL gives an update on Asheville’s creative economy at the State of the Arts Brunch
The organization checked in on our city’s creative health by the numbers.
October 31, 2023
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Winter gloves and hats being collected for Helpmate's coat drive
Nonprofits
Clean out your closet for a cause with Helpmate’s coat drive
Give your winter clothes a second chance by donating them to someone in need.
October 31, 2023
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Katie Button posing in front of The White House.
Culture
Chef Katie Button shares her experience cooking at the White House State Dinner
We talked to Button to learn about the planning, execution, and her takeaways from the event.
October 29, 2023
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AVLtoday pumpkin contest finalists
Culture
See the winning pumpkin from our 2023 jack-o-lantern contest
Your votes are in for your favorite pumpkin — drumroll, please.
October 27, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
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City
Explore centuries of our region’s key events at the newly opened Asheville Museum of History
The museum opened Wednesday, Oct. 25 in Asheville’s oldest surviving house, the Smith-McDowell House.
October 25, 2023
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streeteries
City
Asheville City Council serves up changes to the Outdoor Dining Program
The changes provide a long-term plan for streetside dining.
October 25, 2023
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French-Broad-River
Travel and Outdoors
Hear local leaders discuss the future of the French Broad River
Learn all about the connections between environmental health and economic impact.
October 23, 2023
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The Whitewater Wave
City
Buncombe County Commissioners approve funding for outdoor recreation in Woodfin
Funding was allocated for a greenway, two parks, and a Whitewater Wave.
October 19, 2023
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Buncombe County courthouse and Asheville City Hall
Live
Local Government 101: The difference between city and county services
Learn about where you can go for specific services between the City of Asheville and Buncombe County.
October 17, 2023
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Grace Powers
First snowfall
Weather
The first snowfall of the season arrives in high-elevation areas of the Blue Ridge Parkway
Flakes fell upon the autumn leaves north of Asheville on Monday morning.
October 17, 2023
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Grace Powers
The Venue
Play
Wedding venues in Asheville
Check out this list of local spots to host your special event.
October 15, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
An altar for Dia de los Muertos in Asheville's sister city of Valladolid, Mexico.
Events
Support two of Asheville’s sister cities for Día de los Muertos
Honor the souls of deceased family members + participate in the holiday’s traditions at this local event.
October 13, 2023
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Grace Powers
Diamond Thieves tattoo
Culture
Friday the 13th tattoo events in Asheville
Nothing is spookier than the sound of a tattoo gun.
October 11, 2023
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