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Asheville community members participating in Parkinson's awareness activities

Asheville Community Unites for Parkinson’s Awareness Month

April 21, 2025

News Summary This April, Asheville is rallying to raise awareness for Parkinson’s Disease as the local Parkinson’s Support Group sees a surge in membership. With diverse programs and community activities,...

Gaspard&Dancers performing on stage at the Wortham Center

Gaspard&Dancers to Perform in Asheville

April 21, 2025

News Summary The acclaimed dance company Gaspard&Dancers will grace the stage at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts in Asheville on May 2 and 3, 2025. Led by Haitian-born...

Illustration of Asheville Regional Airport with new dining and shopping options

Asheville Regional Airport Unveils $400 Million Expansion

April 17, 2025

News Summary Asheville Regional Airport is set for a remarkable transformation with a $400 million expansion project named AVL Forward. This initiative, in partnership with Paradies Lagardère, aims to enhance...

Spring festival in Asheville with flowers and live performances

Celebrate Spring at the Grove Arcade in Asheville

April 17, 2025

News Summary Join the second Annual Grove Arcade in Bloom event on April 26, 2025, from noon to 5 p.m. in Asheville. Experience live music, dance performances, stunning floral displays,...

Crowd enjoying the Asheville Bread Festival with various artisan breads on display.

Asheville Bread Festival Set for April 2025

April 17, 2025

News Summary The Asheville Bread Festival returns on April 26-27, 2025, promising a weekend of artisan baking with over 30 vendors, workshops, and panel discussions. Attendees can enjoy a Bread...

Beautiful homes at the Western North Carolina Parade of Homes

Western North Carolina Parade of Homes Returns in 2024

April 17, 2025

News Summary The 2024 Western North Carolina Parade of Homes will take place over the weekends of April 26-27 and May 3-4. Showcasing over 50 homes, the event promises a...

Actors auditioning in Asheville

New Casting Calls for Actors in Asheville Area

April 17, 2025

News Summary Aspiring actors are presented with numerous casting opportunities in Asheville and across the country. From documentary series to feature films, various roles are available, catering to different age...

View of Asheville streets highlighting gentrification and community engagement

Asheville Faces Gentrification and Environmental Concerns Post-Storm

April 16, 2025

News Summary In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Asheville is grappling with the dual challenges of gentrification and environmental degradation. While tourism efforts promote recovery, local communities express fears of...

Artistic representation of Asheville highlighting local creativity and community spirit.

Asheville Art Competition Supports Hurricane Recovery

April 16, 2025

News Summary Zamnesia has launched the ‘Art for Asheville’ design competition to support local artists and aid recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene. The competition invites North Carolina artists to submit...

Community

Asheville community members participating in Parkinson's awareness activities

Asheville Community Unites for Parkinson’s Awareness Month

April 21, 2025

News Summary This April, Asheville is rallying to raise awareness for Parkinson’s Disease as the local Parkinson’s Support Group sees a surge in membership. With diverse programs and community activities,...

Spring festival in Asheville with flowers and live performances

Celebrate Spring at the Grove Arcade in Asheville

April 17, 2025

News Summary Join the second Annual Grove Arcade in Bloom event on April 26, 2025, from noon to 5 p.m. in Asheville. Experience live music, dance performances, stunning floral displays,...

Beautiful homes at the Western North Carolina Parade of Homes

Western North Carolina Parade of Homes Returns in 2024

April 17, 2025

News Summary The 2024 Western North Carolina Parade of Homes will take place over the weekends of April 26-27 and May 3-4. Showcasing over 50 homes, the event promises a...

View of Asheville streets highlighting gentrification and community engagement

Asheville Faces Gentrification and Environmental Concerns Post-Storm

April 16, 2025

News Summary In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Asheville is grappling with the dual challenges of gentrification and environmental degradation. While tourism efforts promote recovery, local communities express fears of...

Artistic representation of Asheville highlighting local creativity and community spirit.

Asheville Art Competition Supports Hurricane Recovery

April 16, 2025

News Summary Zamnesia has launched the ‘Art for Asheville’ design competition to support local artists and aid recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene. The competition invites North Carolina artists to submit...

Earth Fare anniversary celebration with families, live music, and local vendors

Earth Fare Celebrates 50 Years in Asheville

April 15, 2025

News Summary Earth Fare, the original health food store, commemorates its 50th anniversary in Asheville with a birthday celebration featuring live music, local vendors, and activities for families. The event...

Families participating in Asheville Earth Day events

Asheville Prepares for Earth Day Events and Cleanups

April 13, 2025

News Summary As Asheville gears up for Earth Day 2025, the city will host several events celebrating environmental stewardship. From the 3rd Annual Hendersonville Earth Fest on April 19 to...

Artworks from Asheville artists representing resilience and creativity

Asheville Artists Receive $600,000 in Grant Funding

April 12, 2025

News Summary Asheville’s local arts scene is set to benefit from a significant financial boost as the Center for Craft announces $600,000 in grant funding for 40 craft artists in...

Crowd enjoying the Downtown After 5 concert in Asheville's Pack Square Park.

Asheville’s Downtown After 5 Concert Series Returns

April 12, 2025

News Summary The Downtown After 5 concert series is making its highly anticipated return to Asheville on April 18, relocating to Pack Square Park for more space and community enjoyment....

Concerts

Festival performers and artists at the Asheville Amadeus Festival 2025

Asheville Amadeus Festival 2025 Set to Celebrate Storytelling

April 14, 2025

News Summary The Asheville Amadeus Festival kicks off from April 30 to May 10, 2025, offering a mix of music, theater, and culinary experiences under the theme ‘The Art of...

Crowd enjoying the Downtown After 5 concert in Asheville's Pack Square Park.

Asheville’s Downtown After 5 Concert Series Returns

April 12, 2025

News Summary The Downtown After 5 concert series is making its highly anticipated return to Asheville on April 18, relocating to Pack Square Park for more space and community enjoyment....

Audience enjoying live music at the Asheville Amadeus Festival

Asheville Amadeus Festival Celebrates Music and Storytelling

April 8, 2025

News Summary The Asheville Amadeus Festival returns from April 30 to May 10, offering a vibrant celebration of music and storytelling. This year features headliners Chris Thile and Time for...

Crowd enjoying spring festivals in Asheville with colorful decorations and food stalls.

Spring Festivals Blooming in Asheville for 2024

April 8, 2025

News Summary As Asheville gears up for warmer weather, a variety of vibrant spring festivals are set to take place throughout the city. From the Asheville Bread Festival to the...

Crowd enjoying a live concert at Pack Square Park in Asheville

Asheville’s Concert Series Moves to Pack Square Park

March 21, 2025

News Summary Asheville is set to bring music lovers and the community together with the relocation of the Downtown After 5 concert series to Pack Square Park in 2025. This...

Crowd enjoying They Might Be Giants concert with bright stage lights

They Might Be Giants Postpone Upcoming Asheville Shows

March 18, 2025

News Summary They Might Be Giants have announced that their upcoming shows in Asheville, originally scheduled for March 25 and 26, 2025, are being postponed due to health concerns. Fans...

Orchestra performing at the Asheville Symphony Masterworks 5 concert

Asheville Symphony’s Masterworks 5: Carmen Concert

March 13, 2025

News Summary Join the Asheville Symphony for Masterworks 5: Carmen on March 15, 2025, featuring talented musicians including Rebekah Hou and Lissie Shanahan. Enjoy a diverse program that includes classics...

Local musicians performing at Grey Eagle's country brunch event in Asheville.

Grey Eagle’s Country Brunch Series Draws Local Crowd

March 10, 2025

News Summary Asheville’s Grey Eagle hosted a lively Country Brunch on March 9, featuring local bands and a delightful menu. The collaboration with Worthwhile Sounds aimed at bringing live country...

Audience enjoying Jamie Laval's Celtic music performance at Story Parlor

Asheville Welcomes Jamie Laval for a Cultural Celebration

March 2, 2025

News Summary Asheville prepares for a vibrant evening with Celtic storyteller and fiddler Jamie Laval, performing at Story Parlor on March 14. The event marks a community celebration and the...

Festivals

Spring festival in Asheville with flowers and live performances

Celebrate Spring at the Grove Arcade in Asheville

April 17, 2025

News Summary Join the second Annual Grove Arcade in Bloom event on April 26, 2025, from noon to 5 p.m. in Asheville. Experience live music, dance performances, stunning floral displays,...

Crowd enjoying the Asheville Bread Festival with various artisan breads on display.

Asheville Bread Festival Set for April 2025

April 17, 2025

News Summary The Asheville Bread Festival returns on April 26-27, 2025, promising a weekend of artisan baking with over 30 vendors, workshops, and panel discussions. Attendees can enjoy a Bread...

Festival performers and artists at the Asheville Amadeus Festival 2025

Asheville Amadeus Festival 2025 Set to Celebrate Storytelling

April 14, 2025

News Summary The Asheville Amadeus Festival kicks off from April 30 to May 10, 2025, offering a mix of music, theater, and culinary experiences under the theme ‘The Art of...

Families participating in Asheville Earth Day events

Asheville Prepares for Earth Day Events and Cleanups

April 13, 2025

News Summary As Asheville gears up for Earth Day 2025, the city will host several events celebrating environmental stewardship. From the 3rd Annual Hendersonville Earth Fest on April 19 to...

Crowd enjoying art installations and performances at the Black Mountain ReHappening festival.

Black Mountain Gears Up for 13th Annual ReHappening

April 9, 2025

News Summary The town of Black Mountain is set to host its 13th Annual ReHappening on May 3, 2023. This interdisciplinary art festival will feature over 30 acts and more...

Dancers performing on stage during a contemporary dance show

Dance Performance by Gaspard&Dancers is Coming to Asheville

April 9, 2025

News Summary Asheville will host Gaspard&Dancers, a contemporary dance company, for two electrifying performances on May 2 and 3, 2025, at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts. Led by...

Audience enjoying live music at the Asheville Amadeus Festival

Asheville Amadeus Festival Celebrates Music and Storytelling

April 8, 2025

News Summary The Asheville Amadeus Festival returns from April 30 to May 10, offering a vibrant celebration of music and storytelling. This year features headliners Chris Thile and Time for...

Crowd enjoying spring festivals in Asheville with colorful decorations and food stalls.

Spring Festivals Blooming in Asheville for 2024

April 8, 2025

News Summary As Asheville gears up for warmer weather, a variety of vibrant spring festivals are set to take place throughout the city. From the Asheville Bread Festival to the...

Participants enjoying the InterBeing Festival at Samasati Sanctuary in Weaverville

Weaverville Prepares for the InterBeing Festival

March 27, 2025

News Summary Join the Weaverville community on April 26 for the InterBeing Festival at Samasati Sanctuary. This year’s theme, “Refuge in a Changing World,” emphasizes community resilience through workshops, discussions,...

Sports

Golf course in Pawleys Island during the UNC Asheville women's golf tournament.

UNC Asheville Women’s Golf Team Faces Tough Competition

April 1, 2025

News Summary The UNC Asheville women’s golf team kicked off the Golfweek/Stifel Spring Challenge in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, finishing the first day in 10th place with a total score...

Seniors enjoying sports and arts at the Asheville Senior Games Festival

Asheville Senior Games Festival Returns in 2025

March 15, 2025

News Summary The Asheville Senior Games Festival celebrates sports and arts for those aged 50 to 100+. From April 7 to May 23, 2025, locals can participate in free weekly...

Seniors participating in sports and arts activities in Asheville

Asheville’s Community Enthusiastically Engages Seniors

February 20, 2025

News Summary Asheville invites seniors to remain active and involved in the community through events like the Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and the Silver Arts Classic. These celebrations focus on fun,...

Team Spirit Resilience

Sporting Unity in Los Angeles Amid Wildfire Crisis

January 14, 2025

Sporting Unity in Los Angeles Amid Wildfire Crisis Los Angeles, the City of Angels, is showing its true colors as all twelve professional sports teams in the area come together...

Overcoming Adversity Together

Los Angeles Rams Overcome Wildfire Chaos to Defeat Vikings 27-9 in Playoff Showdown

January 14, 2025

Los Angeles Rams Stun the Vikings Amid Wildfire Chaos Los Angeles is buzzing, and not just because the city is living through some seriously scary times with wildfires raging nearby....

Crashed Bus Scene

Tragic Bus Accident in Pauri Garhwal Claims Six Lives, Leaves Many Injured

January 13, 2025

Pauri Garhwal: Tragedy Strikes as Bus Plummets into Gorge On a quiet Sunday evening in the Dahalchauri area of Pauri Garhwal district, a heartbreaking incident shattered the peace. A bus,...

Baseball contract celebration

Blue Jays Secure $28.5 Million Deal with Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Avoiding Arbitration Drama

January 13, 2025

Toronto, Canada: Blue Jays Swing for the Fences in Arbitration Deals Hey there, baseball fans! It looks like Toronto is making headlines again, this time with some exciting news straight...

Exciting Fight Night Atmosphere

UFC Set to Deliver Thrilling Fight Night in Inglewood, California on January 18, 2025

January 12, 2025

Inglewood, California: Fight Fans, Get Excited! Hey there, fight fans! Grab your snacks and settle in because the UFC is bringing the heat to the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California...

Fan Disappointment Expression

Pittsburgh Steelers Face Disappointment After Playoff Loss to Baltimore Ravens

January 12, 2025

Pittsburgh Faces a Tough Reality After Playoff Exit As the dust settles on a disappointing Saturday night for the Pittsburgh Steelers, fans are left picking up the pieces after a...

Holidays

Festive crowd celebrating St. Patrick's Day in Asheville

Asheville Celebrates St. Patrick’s Day with Festive Events

March 14, 2025

News Summary Asheville gears up for an incredible St. Patrick’s Day celebration with a full schedule of events from March 14th to 17th. Join the fun at the Asheville Luck...

Local bakeries displaying pies for Pi Day in Asheville

Asheville Celebrates National Pi Day with Delicious Pies

March 14, 2025

News Summary Asheville gears up for National Pi Day on March 14 with a variety of pie-themed specials from local businesses. From the unique offerings at The Rhu to sweet...

Community gathering in Asheville on Ash Wednesday

Asheville Embraces Ash Wednesday with Reflection and Hope

March 6, 2025

News Summary Asheville is abuzz with anticipation as Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent on March 5, 2025. This solemn yet meaningful season encourages spiritual growth, sacrifice, and reflection...

Couples enjoying Valentine's Day events in Asheville

Valentine’s Day Festivities in Asheville

February 12, 2025

News Summary As Valentine’s Day approaches, Asheville is bustling with unique events for couples. From vibrant music and dance performances to creative jewelry-making sessions, there’s something special for everyone. Food...

Romantic Valentine's Day dinner setup in Asheville

Local Restaurants and Markets Offer Unique Valentine’s Day Experiences in Asheville

February 11, 2025

News Summary Valentine’s Day brings local restaurants and markets in Asheville together to create unforgettable experiences. From cooking with local ingredients at home to dining out at acclaimed restaurants, there...

Family farmers working together in Western North Carolina fields.

Farming Flourishes in Western North Carolina

January 5, 2025

News Summary In Barnardsville, Western North Carolina, family farms like Ivy Creek are thriving through community support and collaboration. As the local food movement gains momentum, farmers are uniting to...

Biltmore Estate with holiday decorations and snow

Hallmark Films New Holiday Movie at Biltmore Estate

January 2, 2025

News Summary Asheville is abuzz as Hallmark prepares to film ‘A Biltmore Christmas’ at the iconic Biltmore Estate. Set for a January 2023 start, this holiday movie promises a unique...

Families enjoying New Year's activities and health screenings in Hendersonville

Health Screenings and New Year’s Celebrations in Hendersonville

December 31, 2024

News Summary As the New Year approaches, Hendersonville encourages residents to prioritize health screenings alongside festive celebrations. Regular check-ups, including cholesterol and depression screenings, can significantly improve personal wellness. The...

Shoppers at an Asheville holiday market surrounded by festive decorations and local crafts.

Asheville’s Holiday Shopping Surges Despite Hurricane Impact

December 25, 2024

News Summary Asheville experienced a remarkable holiday shopping surge this season, with strong community support as locals and visitors flocked to stores despite the disruptions from Hurricane Helene. Events such...

Theater

Gaspard&Dancers performing on stage at the Wortham Center

Gaspard&Dancers to Perform in Asheville

April 21, 2025

News Summary The acclaimed dance company Gaspard&Dancers will grace the stage at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts in Asheville on May 2 and 3, 2025. Led by Haitian-born...

Fairy tale characters in a whimsical forest for Into the Woods JR.

Asheville Junior Theater Presents ‘Into the Woods JR.’

April 5, 2025

News Summary The Asheville Junior Theater is set to enchant audiences with a delightful production of ‘Into the Woods JR.’ from August 22-25, 2024. Featuring a talented cast of 16...

Audience watching The Lehman Trilogy at NC Stage

The Lehman Trilogy Premieres at NC Stage in Asheville

April 5, 2025

News Summary Asheville is set to host the premiere of the acclaimed play, The Lehman Trilogy, at NC Stage from March 13 to April 6, 2025. This powerful production follows...

Crowd enjoying performances at Asheville Fringe Arts Festival

Asheville Fringe Arts Festival Makes a Grand Return

March 19, 2025

News Summary The Asheville Fringe Arts Festival is set to return from March 19 to 23, 2025, celebrating its 23rd year with over 40 diverse performances. This year’s event emphasizes...

The stage set for 'The Lehman Trilogy' at the North Carolina Stage Company in Asheville.

The Lehman Trilogy Comes to Asheville Stage

March 15, 2025

News Summary The North Carolina Stage Company presents ‘The Lehman Trilogy,’ a powerful portrayal of American capitalism, running from March 13 to April 6 in Asheville. This acclaimed play by...

Orchestra performing at the Asheville Symphony Masterworks 5 concert

Asheville Symphony’s Masterworks 5: Carmen Concert

March 13, 2025

News Summary Join the Asheville Symphony for Masterworks 5: Carmen on March 15, 2025, featuring talented musicians including Rebekah Hou and Lissie Shanahan. Enjoy a diverse program that includes classics...

Dancers performing in 'Masquerade' with masks on stage

Koresh Dance Company Presents ‘Masquerade’ in Asheville

March 2, 2025

News Summary The Koresh Dance Company is bringing their captivating performance, ‘Masquerade’, to the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts in Asheville on March 21 and 22. This contemporary dance...

Community gathering at Billy Strings Concert Series in Asheville

Billy Strings Concert Series Boosts Asheville Community Spirit

February 21, 2025

News Summary The announcement of Billy Strings’ six-show concert series in Asheville in early 2025 brings excitement and hope amid Hurricane Helene’s aftermath. Local fan Bonnie Leigh organized community cleanup...

The Acting Company performing on stage in Asheville.

The Acting Company Returns to Asheville with Classic Plays

February 15, 2025

News Summary Asheville is eagerly awaiting the return of The Acting Company to the Diana Wortham Theater on February 28 and March 1, 2025. Audience members can look forward to...

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