On June 8, Isis Restaurant and Music Hall is hosting an evening dedicated to the release of Ben Lovett’s newest work, “BLACK CURTAIN.” Continue reading →

Board of Directors approves funding for work in Education, Income and Health United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County remains committed to its focus on creating long-lasting change in the areas of Education, Income and Health, the building blocks of a good life … Continue reading →

The College has been awarded a $2.1 million grant by the Windgate Charitable Foundation to enhance its art department with the addition of studio craft and material arts, working with partners to make western North Carolina a recognized center for craft study. Continue reading →

The Bluegrass & BBQ has been rescheduled for June 1, 2013. Tickets are available for the new date while supply lasts. Continue reading →

Shooting Creek Films is pleased to announce the critically acclaimed thriller House Of Good And Evil has won “Best Feature” at this years annual Twin Rivers Media Festival. Continue reading →

Grounded in traditions that date back more than 150 years, the work of ceramist Matt Jones is strong and functional. But upon closer inspection—be it a walk around a five foot tall jug or the turn of a mug in hand—a modern aesthetic is quickly … Continue reading →

RiverLink is excited to announce that Gray Line Trolley has signed on to provide a shuttle between  the downtown area and RiverLink’s RiverMusic in the River Arts District, with the first concert on Friday, May 24. Continue reading →

“People and Places of Nepal,” an exhibition of watercolor paintings in the plein air style by Dhwoj Bahadur Gurung, will open with a reception from 3-5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 22, in the Blowers Gallery at UNC Asheville’s Ramsey Library. Continue reading →

In honor of military personnel who have served our country, the Asheville Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Department will present a Memorial Day Pool-a-Palooza on Mon, May 27, from 12-6 p.m. at the Recreation Park Pool on 75 Gashes Creek Rd. Continue reading →

Asheville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts offers Acrylic Painting classes for adults.  Classes are ongoing, with new sessions starting on first Wednesday monthly. Continue reading →

The City of Asheville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department is now accepting applications for local non-profit organizations to participate in the Children’s Area of the 2013 Bele Chere Festival being held July 26 through 28. Continue reading →

The City of Asheville Mayor’s Committee on Veterans Affairs will host the annual Memorial Day ceremony on the Roger McGuire Green of Pack Square Park at 3 p.m. on May 27, 2013. Continue reading →

HandMade in America has received the GuideStar Exchange Seal, a leading symbol of transparency and accountability provided by GuideStar USA, Inc., the premier source of nonprofit information. Continue reading →

Jonas Gerard’s art comes in all sizes, but his heart is in creating large works. His abstract, gestural painting style has its roots in the time he spent as a dancer with the Nikolais Dance Theater in the 60′s, and painting on a … Continue reading →

The City of Asheville invites local nonprofit organizations to apply for a fundraising opportunity at the Independence Day Celebration in downtown Asheville on Thursday, July 4, 2013. Deadline to apply is Friday, May 24. Continue reading →

Join us for authentic Appalachian storytelling and music performances by John Fowler at 12:30pm and 2pm at the Outdoor Classroom. Continue reading →

Fresh from celebrating their 10th anniversary, the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts announces a summer packed full of arts workshops for kids, older teens and adults. Continue reading →

Improving and maintaining the safety of all 42 Buncombe County schools is a top priority for our school system. Continue reading →

There will be an original art sale and silent auction benefit at the Lambuth Inn – Room 100 at Lake Junaluska on Friday May 31st from 3 pm – 8pm. Continue reading →

The Asheville Fire Department is now accepting applications for their annual FREE summer camp, Fire Escape. Fire Escape is a 3 day camp from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. that gives middle school aged children the opportunity to gain an appreciation of fire … Continue reading →

With poet Nikki Giovanni delivering the commencement address to a crowd of more than 4,000 on the University Quadrangle, UNC Asheville held its 85th annual commencement ceremony Saturday morning, celebrating the 730 graduates of the Class of 2013. Continue reading →

The Night of the Legends Auction: Held in conjunction with the Brad Johnson Celebrity Golf Classic the Night of the Legends Auction provides a fun and exiting evening that brings the community together with the sponsors, golfers, and celebrities to bid on a … Continue reading →

The Hendersonville Antique Car Club will host a benefit Car Show for Honor Air/Operation Welcome Home on Sunday Afternoon May 26, 2013, from 1-4 PM at Fletcher Park in Fletcher, North Carolina. Continue reading →

Ghost Brothers of Darkland County is written by Stephen King, with music by John Mellencamp and T Bone Burnett. Continue reading →

RiverLink is excited to announce that the site where Dave Steel Company was founded  over  80 years ago in the heart of what was once Asheville’s industrial district — now known as  the River Arts District — is about to get a big … Continue reading →

The Friends of the West Asheville Library present a folk art exhibit during May and June featuring Francine Menor’s hand painted game boards.  Her works – checker and tic-tac-toe boards – have been exhibited in numerous galleries in Western North Carolina and at the NC … Continue reading →

After stumbling at the end of 2012, the regional economy has begun to regain its footing in the first quarter of the year, according to the Western North Carolina Economic Index, compiled by the Center for Economic Research and Policy Analysis at Appalachian … Continue reading →

“This mural will transform our school, and bring beauty to students who need this inspiration the most,” says Dr. Gordon Grant, Principal of Hall Fletcher Elementary. Continue reading →

The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles will launch expanded hours at eight additional driver license offices from the mountains to the coast starting Saturday, May 4. Continue reading →

Six artists have been chosen. Each share will receive one unique piece from each artist. Continue reading →

Join us for a night of endless laughter as the dueling sopranos reach for the highest note and the lowest form of sabatoge. Local favorites and co-founders, Karen Svites and Simone Vigilante have dueled and delighted audiences with this musical comedy for seven … Continue reading →

Asheville City Council passed a resolution this evening resolving that the imminent effectiveness of HB 488 has the potential to affect the health, sanitation and safety of the City of Asheville, and the users of the water system, and has the potential to … Continue reading →

The Asheville Independent Restaurant Association, AIR, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jane Anderson as its full-time executive director.  Anderson, who comes to AIR after 10 years as Vice President of Member Services & Communications at the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce, … Continue reading →

In conjunction with the Economic Development Coalition for Asheville-Buncombe County (EDC), TE Connectivity, a world leader in connectivity, announced the expansion of its manufacturing facility in Fairview, N.C. with a $1.68 million investment in facilities and equipment. Continue reading →

Registration is open for the Chamber Challenge 5K,  a team-based race designed to promote community wellness through friendly competition between businesses. Continue reading →

To continue development of outreach efforts and provide volunteer coordination for the Friends and the Center. Continue reading →

Here at Asheville GreenWorks we are so thankful for each and everyone of our members, we have cooked up another way to thank you for your support. Continue reading →

The folk festival honors Carl Sandburg and his preservation of traditional folk music as found in his collection The American Songbag. Continue reading →

Join us for WNCA’s second Clean Energy and Sustainability Tour to take place Thursday May, 23rd to the Energy Exchange in Yancey County. Continue reading →

UNC Asheville’s Center for Craft, Creativity & Design announces the winners of the 2013 Windgate Fellowships, awarded to 10 graduating college seniors with exemplary skill in craft. Continue reading →

Western North Carolina is blessed with an abundance of native plants that are adaptable to growing in the home landscape. Continue reading →

AC Entertainment is proud to announce the initial line up for the 2013 Mountain Oasis Electronic Music Summit, slated for the weekend of October 25 – 27 in beautiful downtown Asheville, NC. Nine Inch Nails, Bassnectar, and Pretty Lights will headline the three-day weekend, which also … Continue reading →

A few years ago, homebuilders and energy efficiency advocates came together to help lower energy usage, save consumers money and reduce our carbon footprint. Continue reading →

Local writers will have the opportunity to hone their skills with UNC Asheville’s Great Smokies Writing Program summer workshops in poetry and prose. Classes will be held in Asheville and Waynesville and are open to all interested writers. Class size is limited, so … Continue reading →

Asheville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts invites area seniors to participate in a friendly competition in a variety of events at the 2013 Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and Silver Arts, to be held May 21 – June 4.     Senior Games is an exciting health and fitness … Continue reading →

The Western Highlands Network (WHN) Board of Directors approved a plan today to begin work with Smoky Mountain Center (SMC) in developing a partnership between the two organizations for overseeing the management of behavioral health and intellectual/developmental disability services under the 1915(b)/(c) Medicaid Waivers and … Continue reading →

Governor Pat McCrory is focused on fixing the operations of state government and that includes Information Technology Systems.   Continue reading →

The works on view in this exhibition — drawn primarily from the Permanent Collection — explore themes of leisure, play and creativity. Works like Ann Pollard’s The Recorder Player demonstrate the intense and focused concentration one utilizes while playing an instrument. This is akin to … Continue reading →

Find the the freshest, best-tasting food around + local artisan products in two locations for your convenience: downtown and South Asheville! EBT, credit, and debit cards are accepted. Also enjoy live music, cooking demonstrations and food tastings from local chefs, Kids Corner Market … Continue reading →

On the nightly news and public affairs program “North Carolina Now,” the winners of The Big Tasty contest talk about their food business idea, Vortex Doughnuts, which beat out 58 contestants from around the state. View the segment here, about 8:17 into the show, … Continue reading →

One hundred never looked so good. The Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina, is celebrating in style as it marks its first century with a very special Centennial Celebration. Continue reading →

Buncombe County Schools Director of Elementary and Intermediate Education Candie Sellers has been named the Central Office Administrator of the Year by the North Carolina Association of Educators (NCAE). Continue reading →

Swarming is an instinctive part of the annual life cycle of a honeybee colony and is necessary for the species to survive. Swarming occurs when a colony of honeybees divide and 30 to 70 percent of the bees, along with their queen, leave the hive … Continue reading →

Public health officials from the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services are working with local health departments to investigate and control an outbreak of measles. To date, 8 cases have been confirmed in North Carolina, 7 in Stokes County and 1 in … Continue reading →

Warren Wilson College and Sodexo Dining Services have signed the Real Food Challenge Commitment, partnering to become the first college in the Southeast to sign the agreement. Warren Wilson President Steve Solnick and Dining Services General Manager Brian O’Loughlin signed the commitment April … Continue reading →

Based on a true story, Souvenir is a play with music that opened on Broadway in 2005. Continue reading →

Wheat farmers can learn about advances in research on the crop at six field days across the state in May. Continue reading →

Governor Pat McCrory  introduced a new proposal for funding transportation projects today to  accelerate North Carolina’s infrastructure investments and  encourage greater economic growth. The strategic mobility formula would allow the N.C. Department of Transportation to use existing funds more efficiently, significantly increasing the … Continue reading →

It started with a simple idea for a small golf tournament and turned into an organization that has touched more than a million lives of  children, adults, and families in need in western North Carolina. Continue reading →

The Advantage Opportunity Fund started in 2007 with $40,000 and thus far has provided seed-stage loans to 26 high-growth startups in the region. Continue reading →

The N.C. Division of Water Quality is offering tips on how to get your swimming pool ready for warm weather while still protecting streams and lakes nearby. Continue reading →

If you are a bicyclist or considering becoming one, these classes are for you. The classes will be held on the second Saturday of May and June and include bike selection, fit and equipment; route selection and back up plans; vehicular cycling; safety … Continue reading →

David Sedaris is coming to Malaprop’s on June 6th and we’re giving away 200 event tickets with the first 200 pre-sold books! Continue reading →

The Western North Carolina Historical Association (WNCHA) will lead a discovery tour to the Town of Marshall on the French Broad River. We will explore the history, architecture and revitalization of a unique Madison County river town. Marshall is named after Chief Supreme … Continue reading →

You’ll want to be a part of RiverLink’s 2013 Summertime Concert Series! Continue reading →

Buncombe County Government was among 17 North Carolina governments to earn recognition in the 5th North Carolina City & County Communicators’ (NC3C) Excellence in Communications Awards. Continue reading →

State Medicaid director Carol Steckel sent a letter to the Western Highlands Network board of directors informing them that the mental health agency’s contract with the state will be terminated on July 31. Continue reading →

The Asheville Tourists Opening Day Roster has been set by the Colorado Rockies.  The 25 players who will be wearing the Tourists uniform on opening day will arrive to Asheville in time for this week’s first workouts at McCormick Field. Continue reading →

Littering North Carolina roadways is not an acceptable behavior – never has been! Continue reading →

Biltmore’s gardens, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, are alive with color as spring arrives. Enjoy special events and the beauty of tulips, azaleas, and countless other flowers during Biltmore Blooms from March 21st to May 31st. For the first time, guests will be … Continue reading →

This Spring, Buncombe County Department of Health and local public schools are working together to make the healthy choice the easy choice by offering  5th graders an opportunity to get a required vaccine, Tdap, during the school day. Continue reading →

Seats are going quickly, but there is still time to sign up for first Friday Salon of 2013.  Continue reading →

A call reporting that burglaries are on the rise in your neighborhood would be enough to get anyone’s attention.  But if the call includes a pitch for a new home security system, don’t fall for it. Continue reading →

The Buncombe County Register of Deeds Office has opened an exhibit to commemorate the 150-year anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation and to remember those who were enslaved and their immeasurable contributions to our community. Continue reading →

The City of Asheville has released its 15th annual Water Quality Report, a federally-mandated “report card” designed to educate customers on what is in their drinking water. Continue reading →

The City of Asheville is excited to announce the launch of the Asheville App, an easy-to-use online tool that allows users to notify the city about issues like water line leaks, potholes, or illegal dumping that need the city’s attention via smart phone or computer, … Continue reading →

The Asheville Buncombe Regional Sports Commission (ABRSC), Blue Ridge Roller Girls (BRRG) and the Women’s Flat Track Derby Association (WFTDA) are proud to announce that the US Cellular Center, ExploreAsheville Arena will be the host of one of the 2013 WFTDA Playoff Tournaments, … Continue reading →

If you think you are having a heart attack, please all 911 immediately. Timely treatment is necessary for the best outcome after an attack. Continue reading →

The City of Asheville is looking for applicants to participate in this year’s Volunteer Handicapped Parking Enforcement Program. Each year, the City of Asheville Police Department trains volunteers how to write citations and warnings to drivers who park illegally in handicapped spaces. Continue reading →

Songwriting has been added to the categories of artistic expression. There is also a new sponsor: the Legacy Project, who joins our long-time sponsors of the contest. The deadline for entries is Monday, June 10, 2013. Continue reading →

Asheville Parks, Recreation and Cultural is offering a variety of outdoor adventure programs for youth and teens this summer.  Registration begins by email on March 4 at 6pm and spaces are limited. Continue reading →

Indiana wildlife artist Jeffrey Klinefelter has taken top honors in the 2013 N.C. Waterfowl Conservation Stamp and Print Competition with his vivid portrayal of a pair of Northern shovelers sitting along the water’s edge. Continue reading →

Remove and discard caps and lids before you recycle plastic and glass containers! Continue reading →

The NC Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services reminds growers that properly timed nitrogen applications are essential to the growth and development of wheat. Now is a good time to assess the nutrient needs to optimize yields. Continue reading →

The City of Asheville is currently accepting proposals from local organizations to produce the annual Bele Chere 5K race. Continue reading →

During these difficult financial times a lot of families are trying to decide if they should vacation out of town or stay home and experience their local area. The money you save by avoiding hotels and eating out will leave a lot of … Continue reading →

Plastic bags are recycled into many different products. Most plastic bags are recycled into composite lumber, but they can also be reprocessed into small pellets or post consumer resin, which can become feed stock for a variety of products such as new bags, … Continue reading →

Do you need a new vehicle to take the kids to school? Fuel economy ratings for new model-year cars are available. Continue reading →

The consequences of a stroke could be fatal if not handled appropriately. Continue reading →

Having trouble quitting smoking? Now there’s an “app for that”! Continue reading →

Flat Rock Playhouse is proud to announce its 61st season of plays. The 2013 season has something for everyone. Continue reading →

Ever wonder what happens to your garbage once it leaves your back door or driveway? Continue reading →

Beginning January 1, 2013, ART will expand to provide partial transit services on the following holidays: Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day. Continue reading →

Buncombe County Department of Health, the Madison County Health Department, and Mission Hospital have been working together to complete a comprehensive Community Health Assessment for 2012. Continue reading →

As in 2011, North Carolina witnessed another year of record-breaking film numbers as 2012 comes to an end. Year-end projections show productions had a direct in-state spend in excess of $376 million and created more than 4,100 well-paying crew positions for the state’s … Continue reading →

Gift cards are big business. In fact, by most estimates, gift card sales for 2011 will top out at around $91 billion in the US. Continue reading →

Here are some numbers to keep on your refrigerator that will be useful in an emergency. Included are numbers for power companies, gas, phone service, cable, internet, roads, water, and emergency shelter. Continue reading →

Winter holds a special beauty which emphasizes the silhouettes of many of our fine specimen trees. It’s a good time to look for lesser known flowers. Continue reading →

In mid-November, SAHC purchased 89 acres at the southern end of the designated Yellow Mountain State Natural Area in Avery County, NC. This new land protection project in the stunning Highlands of Roan adjoins and nearly adjoins other, larger tracts of the Yellow … Continue reading →

UNC Asheville’s Great Smokies Writing Program announces its spring lineup of workshops for local writers in poetry and prose. Classes will be held in Asheville, Black Mountain, Burnsville and Hendersonville. Continue reading →

It all started from a inquiring nature and a willingness to explore … how could there be fish swimming out of the mountain? Continue reading →

This winter marks a milestone ski season at Beech Mountain Resort. The resort celebrates 45 years since its christening in 1967, when it became Eastern America’s highest ski area at 5,506 feet in elevation. Continue reading →

The possibility of public health emergencies arising in the United States concerns many people in the wake of recent hurricanes, tsunamis, acts of terrorism, and the threat of pandemic influenza. Continue reading →

Here in Western North Carolina, we’re likely to face some type of severe winter weather at some point in our lives. Continue reading →

Nantahala Outdoor Center, named “One of the Best Outfitters on Earth” by National Geographic Adventure, will give “Leaf Peepers” a unique way to experience the fall season through seeing the leaves while whitewater rafting, hiking, taking train rides and zip line rides. Enjoy … Continue reading →

Gov. Bev Perdue announced that New Belgium Brewing, the third largest craft brewer in the country and the maker of Fat Tire Amber Ale, will build its East Coast brewery in Asheville, NC. Continue reading →

Gov. Bev Perdue announced that Alliance Precision Plastics Corp, an injection molding plastics and tooling manufacturer, will locate a facility in Rutherford County. The company plans to create 54 jobs and invest at least $300,000 during the next three years in Spindale. Continue reading →

Turn your computer off if it won’t be used in the next hour. Don’t turn your computer off and on frequently in one day as this uses more power. Continue reading →

The Botanical Gardens of Asheville, located on a lovely ten-acre site next to the UNC-Asheville campus on Weaver Boulevard, is a haven of sorts for more than 700 plant species that are native to this diverse ecosystem we call home – the southern … Continue reading →

The Pisgah Ranger District of Pisgah National Forest contains hundreds of miles of fabulous trails that seem almost specifically designed for a mountain bike, and this is the best time of the year to discover them. Continue reading →

Working for long periods on a computer is a demanding visual task. Daily, millions of Americans use a computer for hours at a time, both at work and at play. Continue reading →

For those looking for a invigorating, outdoors spot to spend the better part of a day away from their own particular brand of hustle and bustle, Chimney Rock Park might just be the place. Continue reading →

One of a number of natural beauties for outdoor adventurers and families alike, is to head to one of many area waterfalls. Hiking to the sites is a terrific way to get a little exercise, breathe some fresh mountain air, and spend some … Continue reading →

Legend has it that after a Chickasaw maiden’s warrior love had leapt from the Blowing Rock, she prayed daily to the Great Spirit to return her warrior beloved to her and was granted her wish when the brave was blown back up by … Continue reading →

Asheville’s Urban Trail, an entertaining, informative, and artistic walk through Asheville history, is 1.7-miles of architecture and memories from earlier times in this engaging mountain city. Continue reading →

As the days get longer and the temperatures rise, many visitors to Western North Carolina find themselves drawn to any number of the region’s pristine waterfalls for the visual entertainment and cooling respite that they offer from the day’s heat. Continue reading →

Most people aren’t aware that Western North Carolina is the brewing capital of the Southeast. In fact, on just about any day of the year, one can select from about 50 locally brewed craft beers. Continue reading →

During inclement weather, Who should you call if the power goes out or the water stops running; Asheville.com has you covered. Continue reading →

The most visited winery in the United States isn’t located in the Napa Valley. Perhaps a surprise to some, it is at the Biltmore Estate. Continue reading →