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What do you want to know about Asheville in 2023?
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AVLtoday is taking a break
We can’t wait to return fresh and renewed in 2023.
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Extra, extra: Christmas movie is looking for Asheville cast members
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December 21, 2022
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About that arctic blast headed our way...
Temperatures in Asheville are expected to drop as low as four degrees on Friday night.
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Upcoming winter holidays
Have a joyous, merry, happy holiday
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