Mixed-use development proposes 600 apartments on Asheville South Slope
The project is in the early stages of planning, but developers recently held a neighborhood meeting to introduce the project.
Articles by: Jason Sandford
‘Road diet’ plans take shape for Charlotte Street in Asheville
The project is set to go out for construction bids in July or August, according to the city’s transportation department director.
Candidate declares run for Asheville City Council in 2020 district elections
Voters in 2020 are set to elect Asheville City Council members by district for the first time ever.
Fiddler Julian Pinelli celebrates ‘Bent Creek’ album release at Isis Music Hall
The show is Thursday at Isis Music Hall in West Asheville.
Asheville City Council accepts Harrah’s Cherokee bid for civic center naming rights
Beginning on Jan. 1, 2020, the center will be known as the Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville.
Downtown Commission wants a say in naming rights for Asheville civic center
The naming rights issue is controversial, with competing bids from U.S. Cellular and Harrah’s Cherokee Casino.
With Colorful Pages Project, two Asheville moms add more diversity to books in school
The Colorful Pages Project received a $5,000 Buncombe County Tipping Point grant last year.
4 things to know about East Fork Pottery’s seconds sale Sunday at New Belgium
First thing to know: all sales are final.
Second annual Songsmith Gathering in Brevard features David Crosby
The festival is a benefit for the Cindy Platt Boys and Girls Club of Transylvania.
Asheville Regional Airport update: 3 new flights, 2 new parking lot shuttles
Airport passenger traffic is already up a whopping 45 percent for January through March of this year over last.
Ashvegas Hemp Sheet: Asheville Hemp Farms grand opening, more
Also, here’s some guidance on whether it is legal for craft brewers to mix industrial hemp products with their alcoholic beverages.
6 things to know about the Bernie Sanders rally in Asheville Friday
One of the big issues will be parking. Read on for details about paid on-site parking, as well as a free shuttle bus.
Flatiron Building will not be a hotel, Asheville City Council indicates
City Council did not vote on the matter, but four council members indicated their opposition to the hotel plans, including Councilwoman Julie Mayfield, considered by many to be a swing vote on the issue.
New riverside restaurant, Jettie Rae’s, proposed for Asheville River Arts District
The riverside restaurant proposed for 144 Riverside Drive will welcome tubers and boaters who arrive from the French Broad River.
Status update: Bike-share and e-scooter pilot project taking shape in Asheville
Any program the city adopts, whether it’s e-scooters or e-bikes, should prioritize serving local residents over serving tourists, two Asheville Downtown Commission members said last week.
Ashvegas Hot Sheet: Favilla’s moving, Rendezvous opening soon, more
Renovation work is continuing on the location of the new Riverside Rhapsody Beer Co. in Woodfin, and more.
Ashvegas Hemp Sheet: Liquefy, Asheville Hemp Farms open in West Asheville
The industrial hemp industry is booming, and the hemp-derived cannabidiol (CBD) industry is expected to be worth $7 billion by 2023, according to one estimate.
Asheville Food Truck Showdown set for May 18 at WNC Ag Center
The event will feature 18 local food trucks, and judges will award prizes in categories including Best Overall, People’s Choice, and VIP Taster’s Choice.
Asheville public health officials brace for possible measles outbreak
Measles spreads through the air through coughing and sneezing, and can live for up to two hours in the airspace where a person sick with measles has been.
Blue Ridge Honor Flight celebration set for Saturday at Asheville airport
The event will feature a special Music on the Fly performance by dynamic Asheville vocalist/guitarist Andrew Scotchie.
Asheville entrepreneurs launch doggie DNA testing business, What’s Your Mutt
Genetic testing that can reveal some basic health and behavioral traits, which in turn can give dogs a voice, says JJ Apodaca.
Last call at Tressa’s as downtown Asheville nightclub closes after 22 years
Tressa’s opened in downtown Asheville when entertainment offerings were few and far between.
Asheville musicians snag top honors in Merlefest 2019 songwriting contest
First-place winners took home a $600 cash prize and were award performances at Merlefest, which draws tens of thousands of fans each year to Wilkesboro.
Ashvegas Hot Sheet: Brother Wolf Animal Rescue to sell Leicester property
Brother Wolf plans two hold two community forums to address concerns, with the first one set for Monday (April 29) at Highland Brewing.
Asheville real estate market update, first quarter 2019: no longer a seller’s market
The median home sale price in city of Asheville was $295,000 in first quarter 2019, a 2.5 percent decrease compared to first quarter of last year.
7 Asheville development projects to track
One project, called Create 82 Broadway, calls for the construction of a 7-story building to house 24 condos, 150 hotel rooms, retail and office space.
Asheville entrepreneur Kimmel is downsizing; here’s how you can buy his art, home decor
Joe W. Kimmel is selling off an array of fine art and home furnishings in the Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco, Mission and other styles.
Asheville Music School’s big benefit show Thursday spotlights The Beatles’ ‘Revolver
The event includes a number of musical performances, as well as a silent auctions. Proceeds benefit Asheville Music School and its growing outreach and scholarship programs.
Asheville’s Hotel Arras affiliates with Kimpton Hotels, a top boutique brand
The bottom line is that the power that the Kimpton brand brings will elevate The Arras, especially as the competition for the hotel dollar continues to increase in Asheville.
Ashvegas celebrity spotting: Bill Murray at The Mothlight in West Asheville
Bill Murray, co-owner of the Charleston RiverDogs, may have been in town to watch his team play the Asheville Tourists earlier this week.
Phazed fest combines craft beer, electronic music at One World in West Asheville
In Plain Sight and BomBassic headline the musical offerings, while special beer offerings will be available from Burial Beer, Fonta Flora, Zillicoah and much more.
Megan Bell, former ‘The Bachelor’ contestant, planning Asheville wedding
The bride-to-be is working with Asheville wedding planner Shay Brown on her upcoming nuptials.
Ashvegas Hot Sheet: Asheville GreenWorks Trashion Show set for April 27
Also, Asheville artist Jenna E. Jaffe will celebrate the opening of her new art exhibition with a Friday reception, and more.
Asheville water line breaks continue to affect homes, businesses; city officials apologize for communication breakdown
City officials said Tuesday that the issue of discolored water in its system should be resolved by Friday.
Xpand Fest 2019 announces line-up for June event: Dynamo, The Get Right Band, April B & The Cool, more
Other Asheville bands featured at Xpand Fest this year include: Emma’s Lounge, Sirius. B, The Snozzberries, The Digs, Eleanor Underhill & Friends, Upland Drive and more.
Ashvegas Hot Sheet: Blue Ridge Hiking Co. to open retail shop in downtown Asheville
Also, a new restaurant called Harvest Pizzeria is planned for the Asheville South Slope, and more.
For Asheville’s Tina and Her Pony, music helps soothe worldly pains
Tina & Her Pony are set to play their indy Appalachian folks music at Ambrose West at 7 p.m. on Friday, with Laura Blackley opening.
Ashvegas Hot Sheet: Shanghai Dumpling House planned for downtown Asheville
Also, the White Labs Fermentation Festival is set for May 26 at its Charlotte Street location, and more.
A divided Asheville City Council approves 56-room hotel in downtown
During the public comment portion of Tuesday night’s meeting, no member of the public spoke against the project.
With Connect Beyond, Asheville music maven curates a festival striving for connections
Tickets are on sale now for the festival, which will be held from April 5-7 at venues across Asheville.
Looking for an Asheville restaurant job? Find it at this job fair Tuesday
Asheville restaurants have struggled recently with filling open positions.
Lack of city support for new Asheville food fest is tough for organizers to swallow
Chow Chow, a new signature food festival planned for mid-September, isn’t currently set for any in-kind support from the city of Asheville.
Harrah’s making bid for Asheville civic center naming rights
Asheville civic center officials have three proposals from entities interested in the naming rights to what is now known as the U.S. Cellular Center.
Mixed-use development including hotel, condos and an art focus proposed for Broadway
The development will include six residential units reserved at affordable rental rates for “creatives,” an art gallery and art pieces by local artists.
Discover the natural beauty around Asheville, and remember it needs protecting
It’s spring, and that means it’s time to get outside and enjoy some of the 450,000 acres of land protected by the Conservation Trust for North Carolina and 22 more local land trusts in the state.
Asheville Symphony and Southern rock alight in Haynes’ ‘Dreams’
It was a transcendent night.
Southern Conference basketball tournament arrives in Asheville with strong field
This year’s men’s basketball tournament will be one of the most competitive ever, with four very strong teams in Wofford, Furman, UNC Greensboro and East Tennessee State University.
VIDEO Premiere: Jane Kramer ‘Valley of the Bones’
“Valley of the Bones,” the name Kramer’s new album and its lead track, is part short-form documentary and part music video.
Comedian Hari Kondabolu to perform at the Orange Peel March 3
Kondabolu’s comedy is largely based on his genius ability to channel his heritage and upbringing into fodder that addresses racism and the current political climate.
Ashvegas Hot Sheet: Water outages planned for Asheville River Arts District
Local outfitters in the River Arts District have banded together to form the Asheville Riverfront Alliance as recreation increases along the French Broad River in Asheville.