Bring the whole family to NC Arboretum’s Nature Play Day
Gnome homes, fairy houses and stick forts are some of the delights awaiting families at the North Carolina Arboretum’s Nature Play Day. Face painting and fairy hair will also be on hand, so feel free to dress up as fairies, gnomes, animals — anything nature-themed!. Celebrate the magic...
Coca-Cola bottler invests $31 million in Enka-Candler HQ
PET bottle manufacturer Southeastern Container will spend $31 million to modernize and expand its Enka-Candler facility. The investment, made in conjunction with the Economic Development Coalition for Asheville-Buncombe County, will support 12 new high-tech production jobs with an average wage of $32.90 per hour and...
Councilwoman Young updates Weaverville on coming hospital
At its Feb. 23 meeting, Weaverville Town Council received a detailed progress report on the long-anticipated AdventHealth hospital from Councilwoman Jennifer Young. Young, a registered nurse, had run for office on a platform that included serving as a liaison between the Town and AdventHealth. Construction details....
Spring Bulk Leaf Collection Dates Announced for City of Hendersonville Residents
On March 2, 2026, the City of Hendersonville will begin its spring bulk leaf collection service for city residents. Bulk leaf collection will continue throughout the month of March and conclude on April 3, 2026. How to Prepare Your Leaves. Loose leaves only – do not bag leaves during bulk...
Woodfin search uncovers 6 lb. of meth, leads to woman’s arrest
Anna Marie Viruet-North has been charged with multiple drug offenses after the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office searched a residence at 100 Dryman Valley Road in Woodfin. The search uncovered 5.4 lb. of methamphetamine, 38 grams of tar heroin, 17 grams of psilocybin, a .22 handgun and nearly $30,000 in cash.
Asheville coffee shop among 10 most outrageous eateries in the US: Yelp
Yelp has released a list of the most outrageous restaurants in the US, featuring unique dining experiences such as an underwater restaurant, a chocolate-themed restaurant and a Broadway-themed restaurant.
Asheville PD arrests man on drug charges in West Asheville
Asheville Police arrested Brandon Matthew Byford on drug trafficking charges at Pisgah View Apartments on Friday, Feb. 20. Officers responded to a report of an individual trespassing at 3:30 p.m. Upon arrival, they made contact with Byford, who is prohibited from Asheville Housing Authority property. During the...
Asheville PD officer charged with domestic violence
Asheville Police Officer Paul Anthony Duvernay III was arrested by Buncombe County Sheriff deputies for assaulting a woman in South Asheville. On Friday, Feb. 20, Asheville Police Department officers responded to a trespassing complaint at an apartment complex on Palisades Circle. Investigation led to warrants for...
Asheville Food Bites: RAD restaurants, pickleball sips, new brews
ASHEVILLE - Places to explore, dine and imbibe in Asheville's award-winning creative district; a South Slope sports bar ups its game with enhanced (and spirited) coffee program; a local craft brewery releases a new beer supporting Tropical Storm Helene recovery; and events to add to the calendar. River Arts District...
Hospital Independent Monitor Meeting To Address Concerns
Residents of this area are invited to attend a Dogwood Health Trust public meeting in Asheville this month to brief residents on the penalties facing Mission Hospital and to explain how community members can submit questions or concerns regarding HCA Mission Health. The session will also include Affiliated Monitors,...
