How to stay informed in Asheville, NC

Ever wish you were more plugged in to The Land of the Sky? Whether you’re trying to keep up with city news, local biz, or community resources, we’ve rounded up some resources to help you to stay informed.

🗳️ Civic

• The City of Asheville — Whether you’re an Instagram, Twitter, or Facebook user, you can keep up with the City. Pro tip: head to its website for everything from municipal codes and finance to public departments.
• The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners — Learn more about your elected county commissioners, watch county commission meetings, and read minutes from previous meetings online.
• Economic Development Coalition for Asheville-Buncombe County — Wondering what new developments, industries, and businesses are on the way to Asheville? Follow along via the Asheville Chamber’s Instagram account.

🖥️ Business

• Asheville Chamber of Commerce — From ribbon-cutting ceremonies to local events, follow along with the Chamber of Commerce online or on Instagram, Twitter, or LinkedIn.
• Mountain BizWorks — This organization provides business loans + coaching to emerging and established small businesses in WNC.
• Venture Asheville —This high-growth entrepreneurship initiative of the Economic Development Coalition for Asheville-Buncombe County and the Asheville Chamber of Commerce works to grow Asheville’s startup community.
• The Hatch Innovation Hub — This group mentors + educates entrepreneurs throughout Asheville and WNC with an intentional focus on underserved communities.
• Small Business Tech Development Center — A statewide organization with multiple locations, including Asheville, it provides management counseling and educational services to small and mid-sized businesses.

🗣️ Community

• WNC Parent — Looking for family-friendly events and parenting resources local to Buncombe County? Find them here.
• Explore Asheville — The official tourism site of the Asheville Convention and Visitors Bureau, use this resource to plan your excursions in + around Asheville.

Junior League of Asheville — In operation since 1925, this volunteer women’s organization supports a multitude of local nonprofit organizations and initiatives.