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Holiday cheer lights up downtown Hendersonville

Tree lighting, holiday markets, parades and carriage rides highlight season in historic downtown

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Hikes of WNC: Little Bradley Falls

Located just outside of Saluda, N.C., Little Bradley Falls offers a short, rewarding trip to a breathtaking 50-foot cascade. While hikers should prepare for several creek crossings and tricky terrain, the mile-long trek is a worthwhile adventure.

4 weeks ago

SART switch-up: Mars Hill theater names new artistic co-directors

A artistic vision is coming to the Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre. The SART Board of Directors has named Janice Schreiber and Richard Seagle as Managing Artistic Co-Directors, effective immediately.

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Asheville’s ‘queen of blues, soul and gospel’: Remembering Kat Williams

Katrina "Kat" Williams, a beloved community member and local blues legend, passed away at age 58 on Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025.

4 weeks ago

First glimpse of ‘Fluvial’: New public artwork unveiled downtown

"Fluvial," simultaneously an art installation and public seating, was designed, installed and crafted by Red Metal artist Rachel David. The piece is located to the immediate left of The Times Bar & Coffee at 56 Patton Ave.

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Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Nov. 14-16

Looking for something to do this weekend? We've got you covered. From a classic car meet-up to a miniature Renaissance festival, check out our list of things to do in Asheville and WNC.

4 weeks ago

Fork & Dagger: Small food truck delivers big, soulful flavors

Cassia, an Asian fusion food truck at Cellarest Beer Project in Asheville, is a must-try

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas as Holiday Parade sets date

The Asheville Downtown Association has announced details for the Asheville Holiday Parade, which will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 22 across downtown Asheville.

4 weeks ago

ArtsAVL awards Grassroots Arts grants to 49 local arts nonprofits

ArtsAVL, the arts council for the Asheville area, has announced 49 recipients of its 2025-26 Grassroots Arts Program grants. The GAP awards assist local nonprofit arts organizations with program and operational support throughout the year.

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Sundance Film Festival unveils 90 feature films for its last Utah edition

Programmers on Wednesday unveiled a lineup of 90 feature films set for the festival's last hurrah in Park City, Utah. The slate includes documentaries on basketball great Brittney Griner, Nelson Mandela, Salman Rushdie, Courtney Love and Billie Jean King. There are starry features with the likes of Natalie Portman, Jenna Ortega, Seth Rogen, Channing Tatum, Danielle Brooks, Olivia Colman, Da'Vine Joy Randolph, Alexander Skarsgård and Ethan Hawke.

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Oscars recognize casting for the first time, offering a spotlight on a key job in the movie industry

Casting will get some Oscar love next year. A new prize for achievement in casting was added to the Academy Awards in March, a step casting directors believe is long overdue. The 98th Academy Awards will air live on ABC on March 15, 2026.

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Sophie Kinsella, author of the millions-selling ‘Shopaholic’ novels, dies at 55

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Things to do in Asheville & WNC: Dec. 12-14

Looking for things to do this weekend? We have you covered. From Christmas parades to winter markets, we have a one horse open sleigh's worth of activities in our weekend guide.