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Fifth Season Gardening Co. to close South Slope shop, open warehouse to public

Jason Sandford November 28, 2016

Fifth Season Gardening Co. has announced that it is closing its hydroponics supply shop on Banks Avenue on Asheville’s South Slope on Dec. 23. It will be interesting to see what happens with that location, ...

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Asheville Music

Fritzgiving show at Asheville Music Hall was funk-infused crowd-pleaser

Caleb Calhoun November 28, 2016

The first ever Fritzgiving was a show for the ages.

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Asheville business, Asheville News

Wanted: Subcontractors, tradesman for downtown Asheville condo/hotel project

Jason Sandford November 28, 2016

If you're in the construction business in Asheville, you're gonna want to attend an open house meeting from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday.

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Asheville food and drink

EAT OF THE WEEK: Congratulations! It’s a Taco.

Stu Helm November 25, 2016

EVERYONE IS TALKIN’ TACOS It’s no secret that about 15 or 16 new taco places are opening up in your neighborhood next week, and close to a thousand or more are slated for the greater ...

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Asheville business

WIN $500 in gift certificates to celebrate East Fork Pottery opening

Jason Sandford November 25, 2016

We’re helping our friends at East Fork Pottery celebrate the Grand Opening of their new storefront on Lexington Avenue in downtown Asheville this weekend with a special giveaway. Details below.

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Asheville events

WNC Fly Fishing Expo set for Dec. 2, 3 in Asheville

Jason Sandford November 25, 2016

The Southeast's largest fly fishing expo returns to the WNC Ag Center on Dec. 2 and Dec. 3 with more than 60 vendor booths.

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Asheville Music

Giant Panda Dub Squad grooves at Asheville Music Hall

Caleb Calhoun November 24, 2016

By Caleb Calhoun How exactly does one come up with a band name like Giant Panda Guerrilla Dub Squad? To be honest, with music this good and a vibe this chill, it’s hard to even ...

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The Parisian, new 50-room boutique hotel, planned for downtown Asheville

Jason Sandford November 24, 2016

Here’s a look at drawings depicting a new 50-room boutique hotel that’s proposed for Patton Avenue in the former Bank of America building across from Pritchard Park. The project plans for The Parisian are those ...

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Asheville Music

Get your Fritz fix Friday at Asheville Music Hall

Caleb Calhoun November 24, 2016

The Asheville-based funk band, with two new records in the works and a growing fan base, has a lot to be thankful for these days.

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GritVegas Weekend Update -Turkey Style!

GritVegas Weekend Update – 11/24/16

Jason Sandford November 23, 2016

We’re thankful for all the wonderful events happening this weekend in Asheville! Here’s our Asheville GritVegas Weekend Update – Thanksgiving style. Get out there and party off that turkey! THANKSGIVING DAY 11/24 Orphan’s Thanksgiving Potluck @ Crow ...

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Asheville food and drink

EAT OF THE WEEK: Foraging from a Truck at a Beer Dinner, Sans Beer

Stu Helm November 18, 2016

WILD ASHEVILLE FORAGED BEER DINNER WITH BELLY UP TRUCK. I like being invited to stuff! I can’t always make it to everything I get invited to, but I go as often as I can. It ...

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News obit: Actress Lisa Lynn Masters, former Miss Asheville, found dead

Jason Sandford November 18, 2016

There's a crowdfunding page set up to help raise money to bring Masters' body back to Asheville, where she'll be buried.

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Asheville food and drink

New restaurant alert: Star Diner in Marshall prepares to open

Jason Sandford November 18, 2016

The restaurant landed the former executive chef at Tupelo Honey and stands ready to elevate this little mountain town's restaurant scene.

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TAUK ready for ‘full blast’ mode at New Mountain Asheville show

Caleb Calhoun November 18, 2016

By Caleb Calhoun TAUK is the kind of music that moves you by shoving it’s hand into your chest Temple of Doom style, ripping your heart out, and showing it to you while laughing menacingly. ...

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Weekend music to see in Asheville: Dangermuffin, Mipso, Screaming J’s, more

Caleb Calhoun November 18, 2016

Specializing in raucous bar-room piano rock, The Screaming J’s bring a truckload of energy to the stage.

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Ashvegas Hot Sheet: Pritchard Park work, a new Panini Factory, more

Jason Sandford November 18, 2016

Also, don't forget the Holiday Flea for Y'all coming up on Dec. 3.

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Asheville arts, Asheville News

Asheville theaters are big winners of hotel room tax cash

Jason Sandford November 18, 2016

Asheville Community Theatre was awarded $1 million for an big expansion and renovation project.

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Should Asheville create legal camp for homeless people?

Jason Sandford November 18, 2016

Legalizing camping for homeless people has been a controversial topic in other U.S. cities that have tried it.

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Parade Day

Weekend Update: Things to do in Asheville starting Nov. 17

Jason Sandford November 17, 2016

A holiday parade, a gospel music show, local theater and more.

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RAD Lofts, big mixed-use development in Asheville River Arts District, back for review

Jason Sandford November 16, 2016

The RAD Lofts project was first floated more than three years ago.

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Asheville News, Asheville politics

Four seek Buncombe commissioner seat: Bellamy, Hallum, Young, Whitesides

Jason Sandford November 16, 2016

The new commissioner will be the first African-American to sit on the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners.

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Asheville food and drink

Mountain Madre, Asheville’s newest eatery, features Mexican food with a twist, and tequila

Jason Sandford November 15, 2016

Asheville's newest local, independently owned restaurant is opening soon following a series of practice runs with family and friends.

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Ashvegas Hot Sheet: First Allegiant flight from Asheville to NYC Thursday

Jason Sandford November 15, 2016

Also, Asheville City Councilman Gordon Smith says he's not seeking appointment to the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners, and much more.

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Asheville food and drink

‘Taste of Asheville’ celebrates local independent restaurants Thursday

Jason Sandford November 15, 2016

The theme of this year's event is "Taste and Tunes," with the Asheville Busker Collective providing musical entertainment.

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After spike in complaints about hate speech, Asheville mayor issues statement

Jason Sandford November 14, 2016

In one case, an Asheville woman says she was harassed at a local grocery store.

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Asheville Music

Review: Moon Taxi invites fans into their musical family during Orange Peel show

Caleb Calhoun November 14, 2016

During their show, the indie rockers out of Nashville performed "Hallelujah" in honor of Leonard Cohen's passing.

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Asheville events

Asheville Holiday Parade rolls through downtown on Saturday

Jason Sandford November 14, 2016

The folks from Asheville Community Theatre are grand marshals this year.

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INFERNO: Wildfires ravage Western North Carolina

Jason Sandford November 14, 2016

The town of Chimney Rock remains threatened by fire, animal welfare agencies are swinging into action and volunteers are collecting supplies for firefighters.

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Asheville food and drink

EAT OF THE WEEK: Election Cake Regrets – Asheville’s OWL Bakery

Stu Helm November 11, 2016

CAN I CONFIDE IN YOU? Almost nothing seems more trivial to me right now than writing about food. Like many of you, I am still stunned by the election results, and can think of almost ...

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AVL Informer: Carolina Beer Guy Tony Kiss talks Cold Mountain release

Jason Sandford November 11, 2016

Fans of the ever-popular beer were lined up at 10 a.m. on Wednesday to be some of the first to get their hands on Cold Mountain ale.

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New kid-friendly science museum opens in downtown Asheville today

Jason Sandford November 11, 2016

At the Asheville Museum of Science visitors will be able to get their hands on everything from microscopes to the controls of a robot.

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Asheville Music

Weekend shows to see in Asheville: Pink Talking Fish, Moon Taxi, Keller Williams, more

Jason Sandford November 11, 2016

There's so much great music in town! Don't forget Bob Dylan and Mavis Staples, of course.

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Election ’16 aftermath: celebrating, boozing, flag burning in Asheville

Jason Sandford November 11, 2016

The political maneuvering is far from over.

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GritVegas Weekend Update - 11/10/16

VIDEO Things to do in Asheville the weekend of Nov. 10

Jason Sandford November 10, 2016

From Veteran's Day to the fall version of the River Arts District Studio Stroll, there's lots happening this weekend.

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Asheville Music

Guided By Voices brings lo-fi indie rock to Grey Eagle in Asheville Nov. 11

Jason Sandford November 8, 2016

After 30 years, it all comes down to one thing for Rob Pollard and his bandmates: having fun.

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Beer Guy Tony Kiss to write about Asheville beer for Ashvegas, MountainX

Jason Sandford November 8, 2016

Tony Kiss will join Ashvegas in covering the release of Highland Brewing's uber-popular seasonal Cold Mountain ale later this week.

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Ashvegas Hot Sheet: Westville Pub in West Asheville plans to expand

Jason Sandford November 8, 2016

Also, both the Jon Stickley Trio and Resonant Rogues are crowdfunding new albums, and more.

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Ashvegas Hot Sheet: Blue Ridge Roller Girls win gold

Jason Sandford November 8, 2016

Also, the chances of a white Christmas in Asheville aren't looking good, and much more.

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Ashvegas Hot Sheet: New distillery planned in Asheville

Jason Sandford November 8, 2016

Also, there are plans for a new cigar bar in Biltmore Village, and much more.

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Asheville food and drink

Still Coo-Rah-Tay-zy After All these Years! Asheville’s Best: Curaté

Stu Helm November 3, 2016

Cúrate [coo – rah – tay] Cúrate is as Awesome as Ever, & I will Fight People Who Say Otherwise! The famous baseball figure, and hilarious quote generator Yogi Berra once said of Rigazzi’s — ...

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Asheville GritVegas Weekend for Nov. 3-6

Jason Sandford November 3, 2016

Check out our quick guide to some things to do this weekend around town.

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Asheville food and drink

Fooding Around: Fish Stew & More

Stu Helm November 3, 2016

Stu and friends go fooding around Asheville, eating some of the best that the town has to offer, including Fish Stew to the Rescue! WHEN I SEAFOOD, I EAT IT! Plus a taco and three ...

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Burger Bar in Asheville to host screening of ‘Wastedland 2’ on Sunday

Jason Sandford November 1, 2016

The movie depicts a post apocalyptic world where the last few remaining inhabitants are the spirit animals of graffiti writers.

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Asheville food and drink

Frank’s Roman Pizza closes, ending 38-year run in Asheville

Jason Sandford November 1, 2016

Frank's first opened in Innsbruck Mall on Tunnel Road.

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Asheville Music

WIN TIX To see Lucius tonight at The Orange Peel

Jason Sandford November 1, 2016

Win tickets to see Lucius!

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Ashvegas Hot Sheet: More tacos coming to Asheville as Mountain Madre, BarTaco prepare to open

Jason Sandford October 31, 2016

Also, the Asheville Art Museum is planning to open temporary offices on Biltmore Avenue, and much more.

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Asheville food and drink, Opinion

UN CHAIN AVL: Bartaco Destroys Art Deco Treasure

Stu Helm October 31, 2016

[the following editorial about Bartaco is the opinion of the author alone] WHY WE RESIST Did you know that Asheville has one of the most notable collections of Art Deco buildings of any city in ...

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Asheville food and drink

EAT OF THE WEEK! Take Out Window of Hot-Doggy Delights!

Stu Helm October 28, 2016

My GF, Dawn Roe is always saying that downtown Asheville needs an authentic take-out window. She likes to reminisce about the great take-out windows of Portland , OR, where she lived for a number of ...

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GritVegas Weekend Update – 10/27/16

Jason Sandford October 27, 2016

Happy Howl-o-ween from the GritVegas gang! There’s so much going on this weekend. Here’s our curated list of what we’re planning to hit! Where are you going, and–more importantly–what are you wearing?? Thursday 10/27 Aestheticization ...

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News obit: Earl Gray, disabled vet and keeper of ‘Before I Die’ wall in Asheville, passes away

Jason Sandford October 26, 2016

Gray, also known as "Happy," was 65.

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5 things we’re psyched to see at Christmas Jam 2018

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Gratitude abounds at Haywood Street Congregation’s Welcome Table in Asheville

Gratitude abounds at the Haywood Street Congregation’s weekly lunches known as the Welcome Table. You can hear it in the …

Ashvegas Hot Sheet: Asheville ice cream shop The Hop to open Black Mountain outpost

Here’s more of what’s going around, including good news about The Hop ice cream shop: -The beloved Asheville ice cream …

Ashvegas Hot Sheet: French Broad Chocolate Factory opens Friday

There’s a ton happening, as always, including the opening of the new French Broad Chocolate Factory. Here’s a quick look: …

A look at fall color in Western North Carolina

This wasn’t the best year for a vibrant leaf transition, but we still managed to find a few bright spots …

With high-profile rezoning requests, Asheville city officials aim for ‘urban center’ development

Asheville city officials are focused on a series of proposed high-profile property re-zoning requests that they hope will result in …

Styrofoam “snow” a concern for Asheville Downtown Commission

The Asheville Downtown Commission heard an update Friday on attempts to curtail the Styrofoam “snow” falling from recent construction work …

WIN TIX to see the Bernstein Family Christmas Spectacular in Asheville

Leave a comment on this blog post to be entered to win a pair of tickets to the 10 p.m …

Townhouses proposed for Broadway Street in Asheville, where residential projects dominate

Twenty new luxury townhomes are planned for a section of Broadway Street in Asheville where residential projects are dominating development …

2 more Asheville hotel projects headed to City Council after P&Z approval

Two more Asheville hotel projects are headed to Asheville City Council for review after the Asheville Planning & Zoning Commission …

Ashvegas Hot Sheet: Asheville airport adds new flights to Philly, Washington Dulles

Here’s more of what’s going around: -The Asheville Regional Airport, the second fastest-growing small hub airports in the U.S., announced …

WIN TIX to the So You Think You Can Dance Live! show in Asheville

Leave a comment on this blog post and you’ll be entered to win a pair to tickets to the So …

Warren Haynes Christmas Jam set to celebrate 30th anniversary in Asheville

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the annual Warren Haynes Christmas Jam, a signature Asheville music event that started …

Buncombe commissioners agree to $3.6 million a year for early childhood education

Buncombe County commissioners voted 6-1 on Tuesday night to begin setting aside $3.6 million a year in taxpayers’ money for …

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