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Local Government 101: The difference between city and county services
Buncombe County courthouse and Asheville City Hall
Think you have what it takes to become a local leader? | Photo by AVLtoday
Class is in session, Asheville. We’re teaching AVL GOV 101, where we break down different aspects of our local government so we can become engaged citizens who create healthier (and more effective) communities.

For today’s lesson, we’re discussing the differences between city and county services — because let’s be honest, they can get muddled sometimes.

🏛️ Buncombe County

Buncombe County is one of 100 counties in North Carolina, and it encompasses the the City of Asheville and the towns of Biltmore Forest, Black Mountain, Montreat, Weaverville, and Woodfin. Apart from these recognized municipalities, the County also includes townships like Leicester and Fairview.

When it comes to countywide services, you can expect to find those related to health + welfare, social systems, libraries, and criminal justice programs. On the County’s website, you can:

🌆 City of Asheville

Within Asheville’s boundaries, the City is responsible for services like police + fire, parks, public works, water, animal control, and waste. On the City’s website, you can:
  • Find an interactive map of greenways, trash and recycling collection schedules, parks + rec activities and programs
  • Learn about large-scale development, emergency preparedness, how + where to compost
  • Report sidewalk safety issues, traffic concerns, crime
  • Pay invoices for city services + fees, parking citations, development or code permits
So, how was that for a civic lesson? Let us know what other areas of our local government you’d like us to explore next.
 
Events
Wednesday, Oct. 18
  • Praisesong for the Kitchen Ghosts: Affrilachian Author Crystal Wilkinson | Wednesday, Oct. 18 | 6 p.m. | UNC Asheville Highsmith Student Union, Blue Ridge Room (202/203), 1 University Heights, Asheville | Free | Hear the former Kentucky poet laureate speak about her upcoming memoir and the role of food in her writing.
  • Asheville FM Live Music Sessions | Wednesday, Oct. 18 | 9-11 p.m. | The Getaway River Bar, 790 Riverside Dr., Asheville | Free | Catch a show from local singer-songwriter Julia Sanders with a full band — or tune in to 103.3 Asheville FM from 10-11 p.m. to hear it broadcast live.
Thursday, Oct. 19
  • Your Dog Here | Thursday, Oct. 19 | 5-8 p.m. | The Whale, 507 Haywood Rd., #10, Asheville | $25 | Let your pup strike a pose to be featured on DSSOLVR’s limited edition “Your Dog Here” beer can label — proceeds benefit Asheville Humane Society.
  • UNCA Basketball Tip-Off | Thursday, Oct. 19 | 6-9 p.m. | Taproom at Highland Brewing Co., 12 Old Charlotte Hwy., Ste. 200, Asheville | Free | Cheers to the start of UNC Asheville’s 2023-24 basketball season, and get a chance to meet the coaches and players of the men’s and women’s teams.
Friday, Oct. 20
  • Band Of Horses | Friday, Oct. 20 | 7 p.m. | Rabbit Rabbit, 75 Coxe Ave., Asheville | $39.50-$45 | Catch the performance of the alternative rock band, with support from Bella White.
  • Story Mixer: “In the Shadows” | Friday, Oct. 20 | 7-10 p.m. | Story Parlor, 227 Haywood Rd., Asheville | $20-$25 | Sit in for a night of poetry, music, prose, puppetry, and dance — all inspired by shadows.
Events calendar here
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Health

3 reasons to keep (or make) that mammogram appointment
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month for good reason. | Photo via Pexels
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Dr. Cameron Coker, Breast Surgeon at Mission Health’s Hope Women’s Cancer Center, is giving you three reasons to not skip your mammogram appointment:

1. Mammograms can detect breast cancer before symptoms begin.

Approximately one in eight women will be diagnosed with female breast cancer at some point in their life. That’s why having the ability to detect breast cancer through routine mammograms (prior to feeling identifiable lumps) can be life-saving.

2. Routine mammograms help identify smaller, earlier stage breast cancers.

Good news: 99% of patients survive at least five years after diagnosis if symptoms are caught early. Routine mammograms can catch breast cancer during earlier stages by identifying smaller, harder-to-notice lumps or abnormalities.

3. Early stage patients may potentially avoid more aggressive therapies like chemotherapy.

Patients with smaller lumps have more surgical options like targeted therapy, radiation therapy, lumpectomy + more. Surgeries during later stages often require breast reconstruction.
Schedule your next mammogram
News Notes
Civic
  • Early Voting for the Town of Weaverville, Town of Woodfin, and Woodfin Water & Sewer District begins tomorrow, Thursday, Oct. 19, and runs through Saturday, Nov. 4. Find the full early voting schedule to make a plan to cast your ballot.
Opening
  • Taco Boy’s Biltmore Park location was set to open this Friday, Oct. 20, but the date is being pushed back due to construction delays. A new opening date hasn’t been shared yet, but we’ll let you know when it’s announced.
Concert
  • Tyler Ramsey, the former Band of Horses lead guitarist, is playing a show this Saturday, Oct. 21 at the Asheville Masonic Temple. The Asheville area singer-songwriter has released three solo albums and recently shared two singles from his upcoming album, “New Lost Ages.” Grab tickets for the show.
Active
  • There’s still time to get your costumes ready for Asheville on Bikes’ Pumpkin Pedaller on Saturday, Oct. 28, with prizes on the table for categories including Best Weird Barbie + Asheville Current Event. The community ride departs from New Belgium Brewing Co. at 3 p.m., with three routes available.
Read
  • Want to read up on the latest issues of magazines like National Geographic and Bon Appétit, but don’t have a subscription? Buncombe Public Libraries is helping out by adding a Newsstand update to the Libby app. Get a full rundown on how to use the app at monthly webinars, including one today, Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 11 a.m.
Learn
Travel
Featured Home
  • Located in the Happy Valley neighborhood in the heart of Haw Creek, this vintage 1960s brick ranch is situated on a private lot at the end of the cul-de-sac less than 15 minutes from downtown Asheville. This 3 BD, 2 BA home offers the best of both worlds — tranquility and accessibility.*
Finance
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Weather

❄️ The first snowfall of the season

The first snowfall of the season arrives in high-elevation areas of the Blue Ridge Parkway
First snowfall
Admire the beauty. | Photos by @ezekiel_coppersmith, @wncphototours, and @ashevillepictures
The views of vibrant fall colors somehow managed to look even more breathtaking on Monday morning as the trees were dusted in snow. High-elevation areas of the Blue Ridge Parkway north of Asheville saw the first snowfall of the season.

Due to snowy + icy conditions, the National Park Service closed Milepost 344 at Highway 80 to Milepost 375 at Ox Creek Road, which included areas like Craggy Gardens and Mount Mitchell State Park. They’re back open now, but you’ll want to bring a heavy jacket if you plan on visiting.

Even though we didn’t get any snowfall, Asheville felt its coldest temperatures since April on Monday, with highs in the low 50s. But forecasts show that temperatures will climb — with the possibility of weather in the high 60s to low 70s this weekend.
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Drink
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Seasonal
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Tech
  • Why upgrade to smart light bulbs? Program your lights to custom timers, turn lights off when you’re not home, and set the mood with different colors — all from your phone.
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The Wrap
 
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Today’s edition by:
Grace
From the editor
Do you often find yourself wondering, “What would Dolly do?” If you answered yes, first off, let’s be friends. But secondly, you may want to take a trip to Pigeon Forge in the spring so you can take in the Dolly Parton Experience. The upcoming Dollywood exhibit will include interactive elements highlighting everything from her early career to the evolution of her signature style.
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