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Downtown Hendersonville gears up for '80s-themed block party
HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — The third annual Lazrluvr Rock the Block Birthday Party with Oklawaha Brewing Company is on Saturday, July 6. Downtown Hendersonville is transforming into a 1980s extravaganza that will include beer tents, food trucks and live music from LazrLuvr and Pleasantly Wild. The block party, which...
Asheville restaurant named best place for breakfast tacos in North Carolina by Yelp
ASHEVILLE - Diners waking up with a hankering for tacos don’t have to wait until lunch or dinner to satisfy their craving. Breakfast tacos are the answer, and some of the best can be found at the Asheville-founded restaurant, Taco Billy. In June, Yelp released an all-time list of...
'Miracle' stingray dies after fascinating internet with pregnancy without a male
Charlotte, a round stingray at an aquarium in North Carolina, died this week after earning international attention and speculation for her "miracle" pregnancy without a male companion.
6 tips to keep your dog calm during fireworks on Fourth of July
There's nothing like celebrating the Fourth of July in the South, where fireworks glitter the night sky in hues of red, white, and blue. Down in these parts, residents show a deep appreciation for their country. A whole month ahead of the Fourth, residents begin stocking up on fireworks, sometimes crossing state lines to do so. You can also find American flags displayed on cars, clothing, front lawns, and golf carts.
Community Hero and Animal Rescue Team Save Dehydrated Puppies in North Carolina
ASHEVILLE, N.C. – A heartwarming rescue operation unfolded in North Carolina when Brother Wolf Animal Rescue (BWAR) stepped in to save a litter of puppies found abandoned in a plastic bin near a bridge. A community member became the hero of the day when they discovered the dehydrated puppies...
Asheville's Fourth of July event heats up South Slope with music, diving dogs, fireworks
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — For those who braved the sun and heat, there were plenty of food, drinks and entertainment during the 2024 Ingles Independence Day Block Party on Thursday. The festivities were in Asheville's South Slope for the first time this year. The Asheville Downtown Association expanded its...
La Pantera 97.3 FM brings new beat to Asheville radio scene
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Music … it’s all around us. But something has been missing from the Asheville music scene. That will change Wednesday morning, when Asheville Media Group launches the city’s newest radio station: La Pantera 97.3 FM. Why a Regional Mexican radio station?. “We...
Veterans find healing by working with horses
The four years that Western North Carolina resident Samantha Simmons served in the U.S. Army crushed her, she says. The physical training was arduous. Her unit leadership was difficult — toxic even. She knew of colleagues who were sexually assaulted and others who died from suicide. She also had...
Calling all stuffed animal friends for a library sleepover
Fluffy friends are in for a night of fun at the Stuffed Animal Sleepover at the Oakley Library in South Asheville on Friday, July 12. Stuffed animals are invited to spend the night at the library. During the sleepover, the stuffed animals will play games together, listen to stories, and stay up extra late. Each stuffed animal will receive a certificate to show their participation and a photo from the sleepover to share with each child.
A LOTTO Art, August 15
The odds of winning the lottery are infinitesimally low. You are more likely to get struck by lightning while being attacked by a shark than you are to hit the jackpot. But during A LOTTO Art, an art lottery hosted by the Art League of Henderson County, every ticket is a winner. Now in its second year, the event works like this: League members donate artwork valued at at least $200 — though some pieces are worth 10 times that — and art collectors purchase a “LOTTO” ticket for $100. Then, during the live lottery event, ticket numbers are called at random. When your number is called, you can select a piece of art from what is still available. According to Diane Dean, president of the League, last year’s raffle was full of nail-biting excitement. “The tension grew when the emcee started pulling numbers out of a hat,” she says. “Ticket-holders stood in front of the artwork they wanted so no one could see it. The crowd cheered and booed.” Fletcher artist Patti Beckert describes it as “one of the most successful events” the League has ever hosted. She even got to meet Page Collie, the local attorney who scored her “impressionistic, yet totally abstract” painting. “Overall,” says Beckert, “it was a very positive experience.” This year’s shindig will be hosted on Thursday, Aug. 15. A preview exhibition of work will open at the Art Place Gallery on Saturday, Aug. 3.
Asheville a top 10 city in US for outdoor dining: See how it rates
Asheville is famous for food, breweries and the great outdoors. And a recent study reflects that, ranking the city in the top 10 countrywide for alfresco dining. Dating expert site DatingAdvice.com's Editor-in-Chief Amber Brooks ranked 150 areas, with Asheville coming in at sixth place in the nation. "The urge to...
Queer Calendar for Week of July 4
Tonight 7-9PM at ARCHETYPE! It’s Divine’s Karaokee kiki with Proceeds to Blue Ridge Pride! She sings, she dances, she eats fire! Well, she tries. One hell of a show, it’s DIVINE’S Karaoke Kiki! Sing-alongs, props, and singing with a twist, hosted by a comedy drag queen. Enjoy the interaction-packed show as she toasts and roasts the singers It ain’t ya mamma’s Karaoke, it’s a real SHOW!
Asheville's draft 10-year parks plan prioritizes more pickleball, pools and new parks
ASHEVILLE - Parks and Recreation recently released a draft of its 10-year plan, offering a first look at where the city might focus attention, and money, in coming years. Top of the list, among Phase 1 project priorities, are two new major facilities — a pickleball complex, with eight to 10 courts; and an aquatic facility — plus reinvesting in six system parks and two community centers, new trails and "following through" on the development of a recently acquired property on Sweeten Creek Road.
Local artist featured at Holy Cross Episcopal Church
TRYON—Holy Cross Episcopal Church recently announced that it is featuring the art of Matt Laughridge. The church’s gallery, located upstairs in the hallway, features portraits, landscapes, wildlife, and equestrian themes. Laughridge grew up in North Carolina, trained in Italy, and now resides in his hometown of Tryon. After graduating from Wake Forest University in 2009 […] The post Local artist featured at Holy Cross Episcopal Church appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
Black Mountain Blues festival features 46 acts on eight stages
The inaugural Black Mountain Blues music festival will debut July 12-14 with three days of blues music, cultural enrichment and community engagement. The music festival will feature nearly four dozen performances at eight venues. A curated Food, Arts & Wellness Market in downtown Black Mountain will also be part of the experience.
Flat Rock Playhouse Presents “Cabaret” July 11th Through August 3rd
Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome to Cabaret! It’s 1930 Berlin, and inside the Kit Kat Klub, the delirious party is raging. But no amount of booze, music, and dancing can slow the ominous march of a changing Germany as it draws ever closer. Coming to ‘the Rock’ for the first time, Cabaret features an iconic score by Broadway legends Kander and Ebb, including “Maybe This Time,” “Mein Herr,” “Don’t Tell Mama,” and, of course, the title song. This Tony Award-winning musical is reimagined in a visionary new staging by Broadway Choreographer, and Flat Rock native, Chase Brock.
Your guide to planning your child’s birthday party in WNC
Skip the cleaning and have your party at a spot that provides the fun. Here are some options for hosting the fun away from home. Ask about virtual and take-home options, too! Are we missing your business? Emailchris@worthyplace.com. 360 Party Bus, 828-301-0245, 360partybus.com. Bus includes large stereo, wrap around seating,...
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