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Gun Violence in Asheville Linked to Trauma, Community Leader Advocates for Prevention Education

Gun violence in Asheville has been linked to trauma by a community leader from the Umoja Health, Wellness and Justice…

3 months ago

Westgate Mall Demolition in Asheville Addressing Safety Concerns Due to Moisture Issues

The ongoing demolition at the Westgate Mall building in Asheville, North Carolina is due to safety concerns related to moisture…

3 months ago

Nearly 70% of North Carolina fourth graders lack reading proficiency, study finds

Nearly 70% of North Carolina fourth graders lack reading proficiency, study finds A new study reveals that nearly 70% of…

3 months ago

Parents Frustrated, Worried Over Head Start Childcare Closures in Asheville

Parents Frustrated, Worried Over Head Start Childcare Closures in Asheville Some parents in Asheville are panicked after several childcare facilities…

3 months ago

ABCCM Ramps Up Efforts to Provide Cooling Systems to Most Vulnerable in Life-Threatening Heat

ABCCM Ramps Up Efforts to Provide Cooling Systems to Most Vulnerable in Life-Threatening Heat Asheville, N.C. - Just the first…

3 months ago

Asheville YWCA Pool Closed Until 2025 Amid 2-Year Financial Deficit

Asheville YWCA Pool Closed Until 2025 Amid 2-Year Financial Deficit ASHEVILLE - Amid a two-year financial deficit, YWCA of Asheville…

3 months ago

Will Less Funds Mean Mental Health Cuts in Asheville City Schools? ACAE Thinks So.

Will Less Funds Mean Mental Health Cuts in Asheville City Schools? ACAE Thinks So. Buncombe County Finalizes Budget for Asheville…

3 months ago

Adolescent Mental Health Treatment Program in Fletcher, N.C. Closes Due to Staffing Issues

Fletcher, N.C.: Adolescent mental health treatment program closes citing staffing issues FLETCHER, N.C. — Tapestry Fletcher Adolescent Treatment Center, located…

3 months ago

Asheville Firefighter’s Cancer Death Ruled Line of Duty

Asheville Firefighter's Cancer Death Ruled Line of Duty by NC Commission ASHEVILLE — The North Carolina Industrial Commission has ruled…

4 months ago