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Asheville organic grocer Earth Fare is returning

Jason Sandford March 26, 2020

If the plans come to fruition, it would be a stunning resurrection of an Asheville-born brand that suddenly announced the closure of all 50 of its stores in February.

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Dogwood Health Trust CEO: We’re fighting to flatten the curve; stay home

Jason Sandford March 25, 2020

Dogwood Health Trust's investment to battle COVID-19 so far: $10 million.

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Asheville City Council affirms participation in One Buncombe emergency fund

Brooke Randle March 25, 2020

The One Buncombe emergency relief fund will include both a both an individual and a small business relief component.

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Asheville News, Opinion

Hanrahan: In downtown Asheville, so much has changed so quickly during coronavirus outbreak

Jason Sandford March 19, 2020

The streets belonged to the unhoused poor, gathered in clusters here and there or walking alone, burdened with heavy bundles and unmet needs.

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Mission Hospital nurses rally as unionization vote nears

Jason Sandford March 8, 2020

Mission Hospital registered nurses will vote by secret ballot in the next 20 days or so on whether to join the National Nurses United union.

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Bernie Sanders: Mission Health nurses are unionizing, and I applaud them

Jason Sandford February 28, 2020

Word of the unionization effort at Mission Health follows a recent public outcry over deteriorating work conditions at the hospital, which was recently purchased by HCA Healthcare.

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From ‘pit of despair’ to ‘civic plaza’; concepts presented for Haywood-Page lot development

Jason Sandford February 20, 2020

Development on the property may include housing, a restaurant or office space to help cover the annual cost of maintaining the park components, according to plans presented.

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News obit: Bruce Elliston, founder of Asheville Family Health Centers, dies

Jason Sandford February 19, 2020

Bruce Elliston was the first faculty member at Mountain Area Health Education Center in Asheville, a center that has helped train countless health professionals in the mountains.

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Asheville River Arts District mixed-use project, including hotel, gets moving

Jason Sandford February 18, 2020

The project calls for a mix of uses, includes space for artists, two restaurants and a 70-room hotel.

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2019 ASHEVILLE FOOD FAN AWARDS! Best of Asheville part 3: THE FINAL COUNTDOWN

Stu Helm January 21, 2020

2019 BEST OF ASHEVILLE FOOD PART 3 The Final Countdown WARNING: The following blog post contains adult language. Alright folks, let’s fuckin’ do this! Let’s get through the final categories of the 2019 Food Fan Awards ...

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LEAF Community Arts marks milestone with new home, new name

Jason Sandford January 18, 2020

The new LEAF Global Arts Center is set for a Feb. 14 opening.

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Hot Sheet: Asheville Regional Airport adds four more Allegiant flights

Jason Sandford January 14, 2020

Also, a new light-induced meditation center has opened in downtown Asheville, and more.

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Hot Sheet: Craven Street condo project proposed in West Asheville

Jason Sandford January 8, 2020

Also, construction should be starting soon on the new outdoor performance venue on Coxe Avenue; and much more.

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Hot Sheet: Wehrloom Honey and Meadery planned for Asheville South Slope

Jason Sandford January 6, 2020

Also, the popular Sunny Point Cafe in West Asheville plans to renovate an adjacent house and use it as a bakery and prep kitchen for the cafe; and more.

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Top Buncombe baby names of 2019: Charlotte and Liam

Jason Sandford December 24, 2019

Check out the names of Buncombe babies in 2019.

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Holiday Hot Sheet: Harvest Pizza planned for Asheville South Slope

Jason Sandford December 20, 2019

Also, updates on Sunny Point Cafe, Wehrloom Honey and Meadery, goPuff and more.

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Asheville News, Opinion

Ask A Woman AVL: What makes for a bad holiday gift for my female partner?

Jason Sandford December 12, 2019

Please remember this season that the most valuable thing you can give to each other is love and attention. And cash.

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Asheville events, Asheville News

Asheville Proper, a new steakhouse, planned for downtown Grove Arcade

Jason Sandford December 9, 2019

At Asheville Proper, ribeye, porterhouse, NY strip and other classic cuts of meat will be cooked over a wood-fired flame on a custom grill.

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Bernstein Family Christmas Spectacular offers one last holiday escape at Asheville’s Magnetic Theatre

Jason Sandford November 21, 2019

This year's show marks the 10th, and last, staging of the of raucous, irreverent play that's become a favorite holiday escape in Asheville.

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Buncombe tourism officials call barrage of criticism divisive, untrue

Jason Sandford November 20, 2019

Buncombe TDA members responded to a recent opinion piece criticizing the tourism board.

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Parisian Hotel in downtown Asheville coming back for review

Jason Sandford November 19, 2019

The hotel proposal was approved before the current one-year moratorium on new hotel projects in Asheville.

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Here’s how to enjoy Christmas Jam weekend in Asheville without the main jam

Jason Sandford November 18, 2019

The two-day Kevn Kinny Songwriter Jam set for Jack of the Wood on Dec. 13 and 14 is just one of the ways to enjoy Christmas Jam weekend in Asheville.

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Bluegrass band observes a growing Asheville in ‘Cold Mountain Town’ track

Jason Sandford November 18, 2019

Ty Gilpin, Unspoken Tradition's mandolin player and the song's writer, talks about the song, its message and the traditions of mountain music.

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Asheville Citizen-Times awaits layoffs, consolidation after merger deal

Jason Sandford November 17, 2019

The new company, which will be called Gannett, will be focused on establishing a business model that puts digital offerings first.

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NewSong music competition show set for Saturday at Isis Music Hall in West Asheville

Jason Sandford November 15, 2019

This year’s grand prize winner will receive a fully funded six-song EP, recorded and mixed at Asheville own Echo Mountain Recording Studios, and more.

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Christmas Jam 2019 canceled in Asheville as organizers plan for 2020

Jason Sandford November 13, 2019

The Songwriter Jam, a two-day event set for Dec. 13-14 at Jack of the Wood, will feature Asheville musicians on the same weekend planned for Christmas Jam.

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Asheville development updates: Large downtown mixed-use proposal set for P&Z hearing

Jason Sandford November 6, 2019

At least 10 percent of the residential units proposed for the Coxe/Asheland development will be designated as affordable units, offered at 80 percent AMI.

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Russell Crowe spotted at Grey Eagle music hall in Asheville

Jason Sandford November 3, 2019

Actor Adam Goldberg, who starred with Crowe in the Hollywood hit "A Beautiful Mind," was also at The Grey Eagle.

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Buncombe TDA awards Asheville festivals and events total of $86,500

Jason Sandford November 1, 2019

Here are two from the list of about 20 awardees: Winter Lights at The N.C. Arboretum received $10,000, the Sourwood Festival in Black Mountain received $9,000.

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At Taste of Asheville, sample bites and beverages from 50 AVL indy restaurants

Jason Sandford October 29, 2019

The Taste of Asheville is set for Nov. 21 at The Venue in Asheville.

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Hot Sheet: Original Papa Nick’s now open at French Broad River Brewing

Jason Sandford October 19, 2019

Also, a new baker's collaborative in Asheville is planning its first pop-up even on Wednesday at Fleetwood's in West Asheville, and more.

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Asheville development roundup: New Haywood Street condos planned, more

Jason Sandford October 18, 2019

Also, plans for the major redevelopment of the Sears property at the Asheville Mall have once again been continued, and more.

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The Nude Party kicks off concerts at amphitheater in Asheville’s Montford neighborhood

Jason Sandford October 17, 2019

Kitty Tsunami and Self-Help will join The Nude Party on stage for the Wednesday evening show.

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New mixed-use project, the Bier Haus, planned for downtown Asheville

Jason Sandford October 12, 2019

The Bier Haus project calls for the renovation of the building at 34 S. Lexington Ave., which is adjacent to Button & Co. bagel shop.

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Ashvegas Hot Sheet: The Asheville hangover nanny, and more

Jason Sandford October 8, 2019

Also, Down Dog Bar & Yoga Studio is a new business in the works that would combine a yoga studio with a dog bar, and much more.

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Ashvegas Hot Sheet: Popeyes open on Airport Road in South Asheville

Jason Sandford October 6, 2019

Also, Chef Steven Goff of AUX Bar in Asheville was recently named the North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association's "chef of the year" following a cook-off competition.

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Chow Chow food festival in Asheville, reviewed

Jason Sandford October 5, 2019

Chow Chow crowned a new culinary star on the Asheville food scene: Benne on Eagle restaurant.

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Sovereign Remedies’ recipe for success: host a James Beard House dinner

Jason Sandford October 2, 2019

How an Asheville restaurant crew went to New York City to serve up a prestigious dinner at the James Beard House.

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It’s wheels up on major Asheville Regional Airport expansion

Jason Sandford September 30, 2019

Airport officials recently agreed to contract with the architectural and engineering firm Gresham Smith for the design and engineering of a multi-million dollar airport terminal renovation and expansion project.

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New downtown Asheville police district coming online soon

Jason Sandford September 17, 2019

The downtown police district proposal faced criticism when it was first proposed about two years ago.

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Asheville police chief set to resign after two months on the job

Jason Sandford September 11, 2019

The city of Asheville plans to contract with Robert C. White, a retired former police chief, to serve in the interim.

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Asheville craft beer attorney Derek Allen to open own firm

Jason Sandford September 10, 2019

The new firm, Allen, Stahl & Kilbourne, is set to be up and running full bore in October.

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Asheville branding company GIGANTIC! to join forces with Allegra, Image360

Jason Sandford September 7, 2019

The new, expanded shop will be located at 2 Westgate Parkway (previously Autostar in Westgate plaza).

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Asheville P&Z votes down proposed riverfront restaurant

Jason Sandford September 5, 2019

The Jettie Rae's Fish n' Such restaurant proposal heads to Asheville City Council next for a final decision.

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Asheville short-term rental skirmishes continue

Jason Sandford September 4, 2019

Also, the Asheville Homestay Network is getting better organized.

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Duke Energy tests turbines as new Asheville gas plant nears completion

Jason Sandford September 2, 2019

The existing coal-fired units will retire no later than January 2020 after the new plant starts serving customers at the end of this year.

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One step closer to hotel development moratorium in Asheville

Jason Sandford August 28, 2019

Asheville City Council is scheduled to set a public hearing on a hotel development moratorium at its Sept. 10 meeting.

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Proposed Asheville riverfront restaurant set to move forward

Jason Sandford August 16, 2019

The Asheville Planning & Zoning Commission is the next stop for Jettie Rae's Fish n' Such, proposed to built along Riverside Drive.

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