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Culture
20 birds to look and listen for this season
From the American Goldfinch to the Carolina Wren — these avians can be found all around the area.
March 19, 2026 03:22 PM
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Brook Bolen
A wounded Veteran connects with a horse at Heart of Horse Sense.
Events
Commemorating Veterans Day 2022 in and around Asheville
From family events to equine therapy, here’s how to honor Veterans locally.
November 4, 2022
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Brook Bolen
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City
Asheville skater Rachel Bagels to compete at the World Skate Games
This will be her second appearance at the games — in 2019, she finished in seventh place.
November 3, 2022
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Laura Hackett
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Travel and Outdoors
Safe Passage’s campaign to make wildlife crossings safer in WNC
Work is set to begin on bridges and tunnels that will help area wildlife cross roads more safely and reduce collisions.
November 2, 2022
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Brook Bolen
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Culture
Local ways to prepare for the end of daylight saving time
From pre-made meals to creative endeavors, here’s how to make the transition as painless as possible.
November 2, 2022
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Brook Bolen
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Culture
NaNoWriMo has begun — here are 10+ local events to keep you writing
The Buncombe County Public Library is hosting events throughout the month, including author events, write-ins, and special workshops.
November 1, 2022
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Brook Bolen
An array of AVL tool library's tools
Culture
Three unusual items to check out from the Asheville Tool Library
You can even rent your own handyman.
October 31, 2022
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Brook Bolen
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Culture
The sweet potato industry in NC
We’re sharing some pretty sweet facts about these terrific tubers.
October 31, 2022
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Brook Bolen
The 2021 Asheville Championship winners.
Sports
Asheville to host early-season college basketball tournament this November
Four teams will go head-to-head at the second annual Asheville Championship, which takes place Fri., Nov. 11 and Sun., Nov. 13.
October 28, 2022
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Laura Hackett
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Travel and Outdoors
All about bats in WNC
This winged emblems of scary season are vital to the health of our environment.
October 27, 2022
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Brook Bolen
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Events
25 Halloween-themed events in Asheville
From fantasy-themed costume parties and candy wine pairings to family-friendly trick-or-treating, Asheville is chock full of Halloween activities throughout the weekend.
October 26, 2022
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Laura Hackett
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From Montford to South Asheville, we’re giving you all the pertinent details about some of the elementary, middle, and high schools.
July 30, 2024
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Eat around the globe without leaving Asheville
Pack your bags, aka your wallet and appetite, and try these 15+ international cuisines within Asheville.
July 29, 2024
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Spread the local love with AVLtoday’s Best
From coffee shops to event venues, we’re asking for your insight on the top-tier spots Asheville has to offer.
July 29, 2024
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Bella Rainey
The Montreat Smooth Dancers perform during Shindig on the Green at City County Plaza, c. 1960. D.H. Ramsey Library Special Collections, UNC Asheville. Photo: Blue Ridge Heritage Trail
Culture
Look back at 97 years of the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival
Since 1928, this local festival has been celebrating the traditional music, dance, and storytelling of the Southern Appalachians.
July 26, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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Events
The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy popping up in Asheville
The Edgar Allan Poe Speakeasy is making its way to The Venue — here’s what you can expect.
July 25, 2024
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Grace Powers
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Culture
AVLFest is back in a big way
The music festival’s second year promises even more artists and venues over its four days of performances and events.
July 24, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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We’re handing out yearbook superlatives for drinks in Asheville
From Best Dressed to Most School Spirit, these local bevs were voted the best (in the very subjective opinions of the two AVLtoday City Editors).
July 24, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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Culture
Finding your third place in Asheville
Third places are public, informal gathering spaces you frequent in your community. We’re here to help you give you recommendations and help you find your third place around Asheville.
July 23, 2024
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Grace Powers
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Culture
Local libations: A round of Asheville-centric craft beers
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable Asheville nod there — these craft beers found around Beer City, USA take local pride seriously.
July 22, 2024
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Monica Garske