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After legal victory, AdventHealth advances on Weaverville hospital
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Now that AdventHealth’s certificate of need to build a 67-bed hospital in Weaverville has been upheld, the company is finalizing decisions for an architect and general contractor for the $254 million facility. Once work begins at the site, construction is expected to take between...
Toasting Beer City: Asheville Beer Week celebrates the craft with 70+ events in 10 days
Asheville’s breweries are pulling out all the stops for the 13th annual Asheville Beer Week coordinated by the Asheville Brewers Alliance, with more than 70 beer-themed events happening May 16-26. “Western North Carolina is rich with exceptional craft beverages, innovative artists, delectable food, and vital non-profit initiatives. We know...
Thomas Wolfe Auditorium is back open at full capacity. Can its HVAC handle a hot summer?
ASHEVILLE - As the city continues to explore multimillion-dollar renovations for the aging Thomas Wolfe Auditorium, Chris Corl, whose department oversees the venue, said they will also consider downtown sites that could fit a new performing art center in search of a more "cost effective" long-term option. As of March,...
Asheville firefighters, advocates say proposed 4.11% pay increase isn't enough
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — City leaders and community members gathered at Asheville City Hall Tuesday evening to discuss the latest budget proposal for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. City officials say they're proposing a 4.11% pay raise for all city employees, including firefighters. Welcker Taylor, the president of the Firefighters...
Removal of remainder of Civil War governor’s monument in North Carolina starting
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (AP) — Work to remove what’s left of a downtown Asheville monument that honored a Civil War-era governor is starting after the North Carolina Supreme Court declined recently to revive a challenge from a historic preservation group. The city said in a Monday news release that the process to remove the remaining portion of the […]
Construction makes it tricky navigating Asheville’s airport
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Construction at Asheville Regional Airport is causing some changes, and travelers should plan accordingly. Because of work on a new passenger terminal, the rental car check-in counters are temporarily moving to mobile buildings outside baggage claim. Just follow the signs through the covered construction walkway to the counters.
APD still digging out from ‘staffing crisis,’ down 63 positions
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — When the calendar turned to 2020, it brought turmoil from which the Asheville Police Department is still rebounding. There was COVID-19, the killing of George Floyd by police in Minneapolis, the Black Lives Matter movement and nationwide unrest. Police departments across the country were under...
High school graduations 2024: When are ceremonies for Buncombe, Asheville, Henderson?
Graduations for Western North Carolina's public high schools are almost here. Dates, times and locations of these graduations vary based not only on district, but on individual schools. Here is everything you need to know about high school graduations at Buncombe County Schools, Asheville City Schools and Henderson County Schools. ...
DA removes himself from assault on a female case with Henderson Republican officials
Henderson County District Attorney Andrew Murray has removed himself as prosecutor in an assault case involving county Republican Party officials, saying he has a conflict of interest because of his relationships with the people involved. Murray, a Republican, told the Citizen Times March 13 that he is acquainted with GOP...
Tackle the titans of classical music with Asheville Symphony's Masterworks finale
The Asheville Symphony’s Masterworks Series finale “Titan” will feature works by Tchaikovsky and Mahler at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at Brevard Music Center’s open air Whittington-Pfohl Auditorium. Olga Kern, who is widely recognized as one of the great artists of her generation, will join the...
Grindfest 2024 Schedule of Events
Live performances, food, local vendors, educational connections, plus employment and partnership opportunities. Slick Rick and Doug E. Fresh will appear live on the outdoor stage at Salvage Station on Saturday, May 25, 2024. Slick Rick is widely regarded as “hip hop’s greatest storyteller.” Rick is a London-born, Grammy-nominated performer and...
Budget reality makes property tax hike likely next year, mayor warns
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Asheville plans to dip into savings to balance its budget and avoid tax increases this year, but a property tax hike is almost certain for fiscal year 2025-26, Mayor Esther Manheimer cautioned on Tuesday night. “We will have to raise property taxes next year,” Manheimer...
AdventHealth kicks off listening sessions after receiving approval for new Weaverville hospital
Beginning this week, members of the public can share their thoughts about AdventHealth’s plan to add more beds to a hospital it is building in Weaverville. The nonprofit healthcare provider is holding a series of listening sessions as it seeks permission to expand its coverage in Western North Carolina.
Library in Asheville closed due to maintenance issues
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - County officials said the East Asheville Library will be closed due to maintenance issues needing immediate repair. According to the county, the library will be closed on Tuesday, May 14. “We understand the inconvenience this may cause and apologize for any disruption to your library...
Asheville study reveals tough realities for local hospitality workers
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Just Economics and Asheville Food and Beverage United teamed up to work with researchers at UNC Asheville to conduct a study focused on the impacts of employment practices and policy for local hospitality workers. On Monday, they presented their findings virtually with their new report...
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