News Summary The Walmart Supercenter in East Asheville has reopened after being closed for nearly eight months due to Hurricane Helene’s severe impact. The store’s full reopening was celebrated with...
News Summary Norfolk Southern has successfully restored freight rail service between Asheville and western points for the first time since Hurricane Helene caused significant damage. The restoration, involving repairs on...
News Summary Stacker has published a ranking of the best private high schools in the Asheville metro area based on data from Niche. The rankings consider seven weighted factors, with...
News Summary Norfolk Southern Railway has resumed freight-rail service to Asheville and points west, marking a key milestone in recovery from Hurricane Helene. After six months of repairs, teams have...
News Summary Hurricane Helene has severely affected Asheville’s tourism sector, causing a 33% drop in short-term rental occupancy and 43% decline in guest check-ins. As recovery efforts begin, the overall...
News Summary Asheville’s tourism sector is recovering from Hurricane Helene’s impacts, with a 33% drop in short-term rental occupancy and a 43% decrease in guest check-ins this summer. Despite these...
News Summary Zillow has updated its forecast for North Carolina’s housing market, predicting a decline in home values across various cities by 2026. As more homes come onto the market...
News Summary The Laughing Seed Cafe, a cherished vegetarian and vegan restaurant in Downtown Asheville, will permanently close on May 31, ending a 32-year legacy. The owners attributed the decision...
News Summary Asheville is set to welcome back summer tourists, with local businesses optimistic about the upcoming season after last year’s flooding by Hurricane Helene. The Wrong Way River Lodge...
News Summary Hurricane Helene has severely affected Asheville’s tourism sector, causing a 33% drop in short-term rental occupancy and 43% decline in guest check-ins. As recovery efforts begin, the overall...
News Summary Zillow has updated its forecast for North Carolina’s housing market, predicting a decline in home values across various cities by 2026. As more homes come onto the market...
News Summary FG Communities has acquired a manufactured housing community in Flat Rock, NC, targeting the growing need for affordable housing options amidst rising costs in Asheville. This initiative aims...
News Summary Tropical Storm Helene has significantly impacted Asheville’s short-term rental (STR) market, resulting in a steep decline in rental availability and visitor hesitance. A report indicates a staggering 21%...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
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...
News Summary Zillow has updated its forecast for North Carolina’s housing market, predicting a decline in home values across various cities by 2026. As more homes come onto the market...
News Summary FG Communities has acquired a manufactured housing community in Flat Rock, NC, targeting the growing need for affordable housing options amidst rising costs in Asheville. This initiative aims...
News Summary Tropical Storm Helene has significantly impacted Asheville’s short-term rental (STR) market, resulting in a steep decline in rental availability and visitor hesitance. A report indicates a staggering 21%...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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