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The Cheshire Arms, British-style pub, opens in Black Mountain as a relaxed hangout
The sign for the restaurant may not be up yet, but The Cheshire Arms is open for business in Black Mountain. The restaurant opened July 13, after getting keys to the former Black Bear Tavern on July 1, according to owner Heather Townsend. The Cheshire Arms is a British pub...
Asheville nurse strike? Mission/HCA 'gave some ground'; groups support nurses with fund
ASHEVILLE - A nurse union negotiator has said HCA HealthCare, the owner of Mission Health, has "given some ground" on key issues — but nurses are still preparing for a potential strike over staffing numbers at Western North Carolina's biggest hospital. Local activists including WNC Workers Assembly, meanwhile, are...
Wanda Marie Scroggs Hampton
Wanda Marie Scroggs Hampton passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 17, 2024, surrounded by her family and those who dearly loved her at Autumn Care of Waynesville, North Carolina. Wanda exhibited strength, grace, and dignity in everything she did, even in her last moments. She was ready to join her Savior and see her husband and sons again. She lived a life well-lived for 95 and a half years, and she often said, “It’s been a good run.” She was a strong woman who overcame many obstacles, saying “We just did the best we could.” She genuinely loved those she met and tried to help people in any way she could, whether by sending cards, sharing her resources, providing food or clothing, praying for others, or offering encouragement. She loved the Lord and followed Jesus’ example in how she lived her daily life. Even strangers could see the love of Jesus shining through her. Wanda exemplified the Proverbs 31 Woman.
Sourwood Festival returns to Black Mountain this August
Each year, the Sourwood Festival brings tens of thousands of people to downtown Black Mountain over a single weekend in August. The festival, which has been a Black Mountain staple since 1977, has been held annually except for one year during the pandemic. It is hosted by the Black Mountain Swannanoa Chamber of Commerce.
More low-barrier homeless shelter in Asheville? CoC issues request for proposals
ASHEVILLE - More low-barrier homeless shelters for Asheville could be a step closer to reality with the July 15 issuance of a request for proposals. The RFP asks for organizations prepared to provide one or more shelters with capacity to support 100 individuals or households on any given day or night — somewhere easily accessible, where behavioral health challenges, substance use disorder, mental health conditions and other barriers would not prevent people from accessing needed beds.
WNC Nature Center Brings Economic Boost to Asheville and the WNC region
Asheville -- July 21, 2024: Press ReA new report outlines the significant and far-reaching economic impact of the WNC Nature Center and its nonprofit support organization, Friends of the WNC Nature Center, on the City of Asheville and Buncombe County. A recent Riverbird Research economic report, initiated by the Friends...
828viewsNOW: Shapes of Buncombe County Courthouse
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — The Buncombe County Courthouse, a 17-story neo-classical building in downtown Asheville, was designed by architect Frank Pierce Milburn and built between 1924 and 1928. It’s the county’s eighth courthouse since 1792 and became part of the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. According to...
Tombstone Tales: Bill Nye the Humor Guy buried in Fletcher
FLETCHER, N.C. (828newsNOW) — EDITOR’S NOTE: Everyone has a story — some more well-known than others. Across Western North Carolina, so much history is buried below the surface. Six feet under. With this series, we introduce you to some of the people who have left marks big and small on this special place we call home.
Asheville Red Lobster delivered rare orange lobster
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — In Asheville, a Red Lobster laid their hands on one of the rarest orange lobsters that is nearly impossible to find. James Hudson, a General Manager at Red Lobster, says that he is still in shock on the discovery of a rare orange lobster. "It's...
828 Road Report: U.S. 23/74 lane closures in Haywood County
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Several road projects will make traveling around Asheville and neighboring areas a little tricky in the coming week. A North Carolina Department of Transportation contractor will begin a safety project on U.S. 23/74 between Hyatt Creek Road and the Haywood County rest area as soon as Monday.
Marshall board shoots down proposed 60-unit housing development, citing water concerns
MARSHALL - While housing is a dire need throughout Madison County, sometimes the ability to provide it is complicated. Such was the case with the Marshall Town Board, as the board voted to deny an annexation and rezoning request from an applicant proposing a 60-unit housing development behind the Marshall Ingles. ...
Letter: Compassion first would benefit everyone
[Regarding “Traveling Mercies: Churches Welcome Homeless Families in Safe Shelter Initiative,” July 3, Xpress:]. As someone who volunteers weekly to work with the homeless, I can tell you several things. First of all, none of these people want to be homeless. Secondly, all homeless people have one thing in common: They have suffered trauma that they can’t overcome. And third, many of the homeless people who receive help and get back on their feet are the next wave of volunteers to help others in the same situation.
Direct action abortion services in Latin America (ACAB 2023)
This week, we’re sharing audio from the presentation “Direct action abortion services in Latin America” 2023 Another Carolina Anarchist Bookfair in so-called Asheville, NC. Thanks to the volunteers who re-recorded the presenter and audience questions where permission to share their voices was not granted and a transcription....
Warren Wilson College hires director for new climate studies program
Despite a national search, Warren Wilson College didn’t have to go far to find a director for its new master’s degree program in applied climate studies. It chose Keith McDade, Ph.D., who was the first director of Lenoir-Rhyne University’s master of science in sustainability studies and then led it for 12 years, according to a Warren Wilson press release. “We’re at a moment where climate is the most important issue,” McDade tells Xpress. “Warren Wilson is on the cutting edge of [that] issue.”
Asheville City SC Advance to Southern Conference Semifinals With 4-0 Win Over Nona FC
ASHEVILLE - On Saturday night, the Men of Asheville defeated Nona FC 4-0 in thrilling fashion to advance to the Southern Conference semifinals. The Blues dominated in all aspects of the game, with the backline putting in an excellent shift, allowing for the attack to push forward with numbers and create several key opportunities.
Breaking Down Barriers: North Carolina’s Grassroots Fight Against HIV
Raymond Velazquez stood in the Asheville post office in a daze. Holding a letter from the blood bank in his hands, he read the lines of print over and over: HIV antibodies had been detected in his blood. He started to shake. Driving home, he fought to keep his grip...
Swananoa Man Faces Drug Trafficking Charges
Buncombe County -- July 19, 2024: Buncombe County Sheriff's Office Press Release: Aaron Daniel Jones of Swannanoa. has been charged with multiple drug trafficking charges following an investigation conducted by the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office. On July 11th, 2024, members of the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office IGRANT unit, along...
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