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Have a say in the local landscape
Thanks to City and County engagement hubs + community workshops, there’s no need to keep your opinion to yourself.
September 17, 2025 01:29 PM
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Molly Wilson
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Understanding the proposed short-term rental text amendments in Buncombe County
Here’s what you need to know about the proposed changes for short-term rentals in the unincorporated areas of Buncombe County.
March 15, 2024
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Grace Powers
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Volunteer
How to join a Buncombe County board or commission
Use your unique perspective to help improve our community by joining a county board or commission.
March 12, 2024
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Grace Powers
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Government
Your guide to sports betting in North Carolina
Here’s the 411 on placing online wagers.
March 11, 2024
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City
Your guide to voting in the 2024 primary election in Buncombe County
See what’s on the ballot, when + how to vote, and important information for Election Day in the Land of the Sky.
February 15, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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Arts
Join the new countywide book club, One Book, One Buncombe
Join the community in diving into “The Violin Conspiracy” by Brendan Slocumb this spring in the inaugural book club.
February 12, 2024
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Grace Powers
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Government
An $85 million investment for climate science development in Asheville
Funding for the new Industry Proving Grounds Program was announced on Tuesday — so let’s take a look at the center of the initiative right here in our city.
January 24, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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Government
Local government 101: Understanding the City of Asheville + Buncombe County animal codes
Make sure that your furry, scaly, slippery, or buzzing friends are staying up to local code.
January 16, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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City
The City of Asheville wants your thoughts on local government
The citywide survey will focus on general opinions as well as specific issues like recreation, the environment, and safety.
January 8, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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City
City of Asheville’s new Active Transportation Committee gets moving
With pedestrians, cyclists, and greenways in mind, the committee aims to make an impact on the interconnectivity of local transportation.
January 2, 2024
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Molly Wilson
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City
City and County staff present updates on strategies to end homelessness
The team shared progress in five key strategic areas, from creating a strong foundation to investing in the future.
December 5, 2023
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Molly Wilson
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Just how bad is the traffic in Asheville?
Spoiler alert: Traffic isn’t great. We dove into the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s congestion data so you don’t have to.
November 4, 2025
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The Asheville restaurants recognized in the MICHELIN Guide American South
In the new guide, Asheville boasts one MICHELIN Green Star, three Bib Gourmand awards, and 12 recommended restaurants. See which spots made the guide.
November 3, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Culture
The mystery of the Brown Mountain Lights
One of the most famous WNC legends persists as the fleeting orbs of light still remain unexplainable occurrences.
October 30, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Volunteer
Support local organizations feeding the community for free
Support these local organizations to make sure our community stays fed.
October 29, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Nonprofits
MountainTrue’s River Debris Cleanup Program gets a $750,000 expansion
A grant from the Center for Disaster Philanthropy Truist WNC Recovery and Resiliency Fund allows the program to continue its work into eastern TN with a bigger team.
October 28, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Travel and Outdoors
The NC troll hunters guide to Thomas Dambo’s new installations
The renowned Danish artist is installing 19 massive, whimsical troll sculptures across the state. Here’s where to find them.
October 27, 2025
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Grace Powers
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Small Business
AVLtoday’s 2025 holiday gift guide: 90+ finds for everyone you love
Including gifts for significant others, retirees, holiday parties, young people, and gifts that ship fast.
October 26, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Food
10 cozy Asheville soup spots to warm your soul
These ten spots are dishing up the ultimate comfort food.
October 23, 2025
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Grace Powers
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City
Buncombe County establishes Helene Recovery Office
Buncombe County Commissioners approved an amendment creating a new office dedicated to managing long term Helene recovery projects.
October 22, 2025
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Grace Powers