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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
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Food
The haunted history of Zambra in Asheville, NC
Most employees won’t go down to the wine cellar alone, and with all the paranormal activity that’s been reported, we don’t blame them.
October 6, 2022
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Laura Hackett
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Culture
Disc golf courses in Asheville, NC
Need a new hobby that will make time fly? You may enjoy these local disc golf courses.
October 6, 2022
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Sarah Olsen
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Food
Go bananas over these 30+ foodie brands
October 5, 2022
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Culture
ICYMI: Your favorite Asheville news from September 2022
As we dust off our Halloween costumes + ring in October, let’s take a moment to celebrate the best things we saw this September.
September 30, 2022
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Laura Hackett
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The 257-year catch-up: how a local banker is working to close the economic gender gap
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Real Estate
How to take part in the Lights Out! program in Asheville, NC
Here’s how to help keep resident and migratory birds safe during “Migratory Bird Awareness Months.”
September 29, 2022
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Brook Bolen
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Live out your HGTV dreams during Asheville’s Parade of Homes 🏠
Guests can tour over 30 AVL homes with the latest in building trends, technology + interior design and speak with professional builders, architects, and designers.
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Events
15+ October festivals to know about in Asheville, NC
From craft fairs and block parties to vegan, cider, + beer-themed extravaganzas, there’s an event for everyone.
September 26, 2022
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Laura Hackett
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Arts
Your guide to the 2022 Cat Fly or Die indie film festival in Asheville, NC
Catch 13 Halloween-themed films, from classic horror and dark comedy to spooky music videos and animation, at this year’s Cat Fly or Die indie film festival.
September 26, 2022
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Laura Hackett
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Get the picture of local arts with the ArtsAVL Grants Impact Report
The nonprofit released facts and figures covering the work of the 2023-2024 grant recipients.
July 8, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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City
Learn and connect at the Buncombe County Leading with Race Summit
The event, which is part of the county’s Racial Equity Action Plan, will engage the community and dedicate a new historical plaque marker.
July 8, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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Sports
Dreaming of gold: Olympians with ties to NC competing in the Paris 2024 Olympics
North Carolina is well represented on the world stage at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics — here are some locals to watch.
July 5, 2024
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Grace Powers
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Small Business
See how it’s made with Diamond Brand Gear’s Factory Fridays
The outdoor gear brand is letting you in on how its canvas tents and upcycled bags are made (and offering some deals) with the launch of the new Factory Fridays.
July 5, 2024
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Grace Powers
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Culture
Skyview Golf Tournament celebrates 64 years on the green
Back in 1960, seven golfers created an event that would offer competition and community to African American players in Asheville.
July 3, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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Arts
The Big Crafty returns for two days of creativity and community
Find one-of-a-kind wares at one of locals’ favorite indie arts and crafts festivals.
July 2, 2024
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Grace Powers
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Culture
Asheville’s 1999 time capsule
What was Asheville like at the turn of the millennium? We took a look back at the final year of the 20th century to see what life was like pre-Y2K.
July 1, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Culture
Introducing our 2024 Picture of the Year contest
We’re almost halfway through 2024 now (whoa), so we’re officially opening up the 2024 Picture of the Year contest.
July 1, 2024
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Madison McMillen
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Asheville Parks and Recreation releases the Recreate Asheville draft plan
Now, more than a year after the initiative was launched, community feedback on the Recreate Asheville plan is needed one last time.
June 28, 2024
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Molly Wilson