Development

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Development
Answering your Asheville development questions
You submitted your questions about Asheville development projects. Now, let’s nail down the answers.
March 18, 2026 02:30 PM
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Grace Powers
Local leaders discussed future plans for Thomas Wolfe Auditorium on stage at the ExploreAsheville.com arena.
City
Local leaders discuss $100-million plans for Thomas Wolfe Auditorium renovations
Nearly 400 people gathered at Harrah’s Cherokee Center - Asheville for ArtsAVL’s Town Hall to discuss the future of the performing arts space.
August 22, 2023
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Grace Powers
The RiverLink team at the groundbreaking of phase one of Karen Cragnolin Park.
Travel and Outdoors
Phase one of Karen Cragnolin Park is set to debut
At long last, the chain link fence will come down to unveil the greenway in phase one of Karen Cragnolin Park’s creation.
August 18, 2023
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Grace Powers
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City
Understanding the Missing Middle Housing Study
This City of Asheville study hopes to promote and identify barriers to diversified housing.
July 26, 2023
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Molly Wilson
A rendering of a large community center as seen from above with solar panels on the roof, a basketball court, and a pool.
City
The $8.3 million expansion of the Dr. Wesley Grant, Sr. Southside Community Center is complete
And there’s a block party to celebrate.
July 19, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
Poppy handcrafted popcorn on shelves at Ingles Markets
Small Business
Inside Poppy’s $4.3 million expansion plan
Popcorn fans rejoice: A flagship store is heading to the South Slope.
June 14, 2023
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Grace Powers
Asheville Municipal Golf Course
Development
Asheville’s public golf course gets a major makeover
It’s a new heyday for the fairway, clubhouse, and stormwater systems.
June 5, 2023
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Laura Hackett
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Development
More wildlife crossings to reach WNC
A new initiative to protect animals and their habitats from highways.
May 1, 2023
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Grace Powers
Asheville Airport 2022 Planes
Airports and Transportation
The future of the Asheville Regional Airport
Inside the record-setting numbers and expansion plan.
April 27, 2023
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Laura Hackett
The RailYard Black Mountain
Development
The RailYard to open in Black Mountain
Inside the new 1.31 acre taproom, restaurant, and community incubator.
March 31, 2023
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Laura Hackett
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Culture
What’s new and coming soon to Asheville
As Asheville continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
March 8, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Maximize your commute with these reader and editor picks of Asheville NC podcasts for business, leadership, and entrepreneurship.
March 24, 2026
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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these April events happening in Asheville
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
March 23, 2026
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Grace Powers
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City
County closes on purchase of Deaverview Mountain for public park
In partnership with the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy, the 342-acre property will be protected permanently.
March 23, 2026
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Grace Powers
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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
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Brook Bolen
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Travel and Outdoors
Finding farm fresh flowers in Asheville
Explore eight local flower farms to ring in spring with stunning bouquets.
March 19, 2026
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Grace Powers
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Real Estate
How rain barrels turn spring showers into stormwater solutions
Learn all about the simple device helping homeowners save water, nourish their gardens, and keep runoff out of the French Broad River watershed.
March 17, 2026
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Grace Powers
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Food
Farmers markets in Asheville
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up thirteen farmers’ markets around Asheville.
March 16, 2026
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Culture
Where to make spring cleaning donations in Asheville
Don’t just throw it all away — give your old clothing, furniture, and miscellaneous items a second life at one of these donation sites.
March 12, 2026
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Grace Powers
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Arts
Go outside the ordinary at the 2026 Asheville Fringe Arts Festival
For 24 years running, Asheville is the canvas for this celebration of experimental art.
March 12, 2026
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Grace Powers