Keeping Your New Year’s Resolutions
Every time January 1 rolls around, it’s the same song and dance: you create New Year’s resolutions in an attempt to better yourself during the coming year.
Asheville Local News
Local news for Asheville, North Carolina and the surrounding Western North Carolina communities. Includes coverage on the Biltmore, Asheville Tourists, local beer, and local food.
Scathing Audit for North Carolina Oversight of Nursing Homes
The Office of the State Auditor released its audit of the Department of Health and Human Services’ oversight of nursing homes, accusing the department of consistently failing to conduct timely inspections and investigations of nursing homes across the state.
SECU Foundation Initiates Phase Two Disaster Relief Package of $1.75 Million for WNC
SECU Foundation’s Board of Directors approved a phase two disaster relief package with an additional $1.75 million in grants to three organizations, providing intermediate assistance to the hardest hit residents and communities impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Ingles Details Storm Impact: Power Outages, Cash-Only Transactions
Ingles lost power in 80 of its 198 stores from Tropical Storm Helene, and all stores were unable to process credit or debit cards, requiring cash-only transactions “for various periods of time,” according to the company’s newly released annual report.
Josh Stein Sworn in as North Carolina’s 76th Governor
On January 1, 2025, in the Old Senate Chambers at the historic Capitol in downtown Raleigh, Josh Stein took the oath of office to become North Carolina’s 76th Governor.
Inspiration for a Healthy New Year
Make 2025 your healthiest year yet! Find ways to boost your health, fitness, and well-being, and be an inspiration to others!
$3.69 Million of Asheville-Buncombe Rebuilding Together Grants Awarded
Mountain BizWorks has announced the first round of awards from the Asheville-Buncombe Rebuilding Together Grant Fund, supporting 276 small businesses with $3.69 million in grant funding.
Asheville Homeowners Pay Median $2,802 Per Year in Property Taxes
As property values continue to outpace inflation, property taxes are taking a bigger bite out of homeowners’ wallets.
AdventHealth Welcomes New Physician Assistant to Expand Urological Care Choices in WNC
AdventHealth is excited to welcome Adriana Savescu, PA-C, to its team at AdventHealth Medical Group Urology at Medical Office Building.
The Forgotten Story of Jimmy Carter’s White House Solar Panels
The glass, aluminum, and stainless steel panels reclined at low angles and basked in the sun as the men in suits and ties, flanked by reporters, took to the West Wing roof to look at what they thought was the future.
“Stars Servin’ Up Love” Charity Tennis Event Set for Feb. 2nd
The City of Asheville’s Department of Community and Regional Entertainment is proud to provide Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville as the venue for the Stars Servin’ Up Love charity tennis event.
Make 2025 Your Year to Quit
Every January 1, people all over the world make New Year’s resolutions. If you’re one of the nearly 7 in 10 U.S. smokers who want to quit, why not make a resolution to get started?
Take Charge of Your Garden Chores for January
Use this time to get the mower into the shop for a tune up and sharpening. You should be able to take a break from the lawn the rest of the month.
