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Rowan Coffee Opens Second Location in Asheville
News Summary Rowan Coffee has opened its second location on April 4th at 785 Haywood Road in West Asheville. Refurbished from an old auto garage, the new café features a...
New Buncombe County Government Services Center Opening Soon
News Summary Asheville residents are eagerly anticipating the opening of the new Buncombe County Government Services Center located at 35 Woodfin St. on April 22. This center aims to streamline...
Asheville Business Owner Pushes for Citywide Social District
News Summary Matt Donnelly, owner of Sparky’s Bardega, advocates for a citywide social district in Asheville. Contrary to a proposal for only the South Slope area, he argues that a...
Asheville City Council Approves New Board for Downtown Improvement
News Summary The Asheville City Council has approved a new group of board members for the Asheville Downtown Improvement District (ADID). This initiative aims to enhance the downtown area’s aesthetics...
Maximus and Guidant Global Recognized as Partners of the Year
News Summary In North Carolina, Maximus and Guidant Global have been awarded the 2024 Partners of the Year by IFB Solutions, reflecting their commitment to workplace inclusivity for individuals who...
Flat Iron Hotel Recognized as One of the World’s Best New Hotels
News Summary The Flat Iron Hotel in Asheville, North Carolina, has been awarded a spot on a prestigious travel magazine’s list of the best new hotels globally. Opened recently, this...
Buncombe County Planning & Development Moves to New Location
News Summary Buncombe County Planning & Development is relocating to the Government Services Center at 35 Woodfin St. in Asheville on April 22, 2023. This move aims to consolidate multiple...
Asheville’s Green Haven Wins Eco-Friendly Home Award
News Summary Asheville is celebrating the Green Home of the Year Award for ‘Green Haven,’ developed by Red Tree Builders-Alair Asheville. This innovative home excels in sustainability, energy efficiency, and...
Asheville Launches $100,000 Challenge for Immigrant Aid
News Summary Asheville is rallying support for immigrant legal aid through a $100,000 Giving Challenge initiated by Pisgah Legal Services. The challenge aims to provide crucial civil legal assistance for...
Finance
New Buncombe County Government Services Center Opening Soon
News Summary Asheville residents are eagerly anticipating the opening of the new Buncombe County Government Services Center located at 35 Woodfin St. on April 22. This center aims to streamline...
Buncombe County Planning & Development Moves to New Location
News Summary Buncombe County Planning & Development is relocating to the Government Services Center at 35 Woodfin St. in Asheville on April 22, 2023. This move aims to consolidate multiple...
Asheville Businesses Feeling the Pinch: Tariffs Spark Concern in Local Economy
News Summary Local businesses in Asheville are raising concerns over recent tariffs announced by the Trump Administration, which are expected to lead to rising costs across various industries. A coalition...
Marion, North Carolina, Receives Generous Gift from Philanthropist
News Summary The city of Marion, North Carolina, has been blessed with a substantial estate gift from the late Susan Nanney Leffé, amounting to $405,000 for the Basilica of St....
Asheville Supports Small Businesses After Hurricane Helene
News Summary Asheville is implementing new initiatives to support small businesses affected by Hurricane Helene. With partnerships involving Explore Asheville and Lowe’s, the city is launching substantial grant opportunities, particularly...
Catawba Brewing Company Shuts Down Temporarily Due to Debts
News Summary Catawba Brewing Company has announced a temporary closure of its Asheville taproom and production facility due to unresolved debts and an expired lease. The brewery plans to relocate...
Asheville and Greenville to Benefit from Major GE Aerospace Investment
News Summary GE Aerospace has announced a nearly $1 billion investment aimed at boosting manufacturing capabilities in Asheville, NC, and Greenville, SC. This initiative is expected to create about 5,000...
Asheville, NC: Housing Prices Experience a Dramatic Surge
News Summary The Asheville housing market is experiencing significant growth, with home prices reaching new heights and increasing by over 73% in the past five years. As the current market...
Asheville’s CBD Landscape Evolving Amid Federal Changes
News Summary Asheville’s CBD industry is on the brink of transformation as federal discussions on marijuana reclassification unfold. With potential shifts in regulations, local businesses anticipate changes in operations and...
CONSTRUCTION
Springfield Thrives with New Farmers Market, Festival Preparations, and Community Engagement
Exciting Developments in the City of Springfield Hey Springfield! Have you noticed all the buzz happening around town? There’s a lot going on lately, from fresh markets popping up to...
Marketing
Asheville’s N.C. Arboretum Welcomes New Executive Director Amid Hurricane Challenges
Asheville Welcomes New Leadership at The N.C. Arboretum The picturesque town of Asheville has been buzzing with excitement as it ushers in a fresh chapter at The N.C. Arboretum. This...
Real Estate
Asheville City Council Approves New Board for Downtown Improvement
News Summary The Asheville City Council has approved a new group of board members for the Asheville Downtown Improvement District (ADID). This initiative aims to enhance the downtown area’s aesthetics...
Asheville Plans New Costco on Enka Heritage Parkway
News Summary Asheville, North Carolina is buzzing with excitement as plans for a new Costco store on Enka Heritage Parkway have been submitted for review. Spanning 152,000 square feet, the...
Asheville City Council Approves Business Improvement District
News Summary The Asheville City Council has officially approved the creation of a Business Improvement District (BID) to enhance downtown’s economic vitality. With a focus on diversifying leadership, the BID...
Asheville Plans for New Costco Development at Enka Heritage Parkway
News Summary Asheville is abuzz with plans for a new Costco warehouse at Enka Heritage Parkway. The project must navigate city approval from several committees and address community concerns. With...
Affordable Housing Development Launches in Asheville
News Summary Buncombe County is set to initiate an affordable housing development in downtown Asheville, featuring 206 units for households earning 80% or less of the area’s median income. Plans...
Asheville Plans New Costco Warehouse in Enka Commerce Park
News Summary Asheville is set to welcome a new Costco warehouse in Enka Commerce Park, with plans for a vast facility exceeding 100,000 square feet. A pre-application meeting is scheduled...
Asheville, NC: Housing Prices Experience a Dramatic Surge
News Summary The Asheville housing market is experiencing significant growth, with home prices reaching new heights and increasing by over 73% in the past five years. As the current market...
Asheville Housing Market: A Balanced Shift in Trends
News Summary The Asheville housing market is experiencing a cooling trend but remains attractive for buyers and investors. While competition is still present, it’s at a slower pace with mixed...
Asheville Recovers with Heartwarming Donations After Hurricane Helene
News Summary In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Asheville, North Carolina, experienced a remarkable recovery effort as the Habitat for Humanity ReStore received a generous donation from Biltmore Estate. Furniture...
