Before we get started on a brand new year full of possibilities, we wanted to recap the top AVLtoday stories from 2018 + thank all of you that made this year so amazing. Our resolution for 2019 is to keep the conversation going strong.
1️⃣ Your guide to the 2018 election in Buncombe County | 📅 Oct. | 🔥27,000+ views
Everything you needed to know about Buncombe County midterm elections before hitting the polls. We promise to update this as future elections come up.
2️⃣ How to spend 48 hours in Asheville | 📅 July 12 | 🔥 11,00+ views
In a growing city like ours, we know it’s hard to keep track (raise your hand if you forget to visit the newest restaurants because you love your long-time favs). We put together a 48-hour guide you can send to friends or bookmark for a staycation.
3️⃣ Stu Helm’s top 10 favorite dishes in Asheville | 📅 April | 🔥 10,300+ views
From brisket sliders to affogato, here’s a list of food writer, Stu Helm’s (current) favorite dishes around AVL. Tried one of the places on this list? Let us know what you think.
4️⃣ 15+ swimming spots to cool you down | 📅 May 18 | 🔥 9,700+ views
Tired of the cold? We pulled together a list of pools, waterfalls, lakes, and semi-hidden water holes you must try this summer – it will get here faster than you think.
5️⃣ Let’s be blunt: Talking marijuana legalization in N.C. | 📅 April 19 | 🔥 9,600+ views
It’s estimated that 80% of North Carolinians support legalizing marijuana for medical use. So, how does N.C. compare to surrounding states when it comes to marijuana laws, CBD businesses and hemp farms?
Share your favorite stories with a fellow Ashevillian (or an out-of-towner who really needs to visit…). There’s nothing better than celebrating the year with a look back at the things that excited us most. Comment below to tell us your favorite moment of 2018.
Thanks for joining the conversation this year. Here’s to a thriving year in 2019 – We’ll be here to help you experience it.
