FOOD & DRINK

When a small bear appeared on their porch April 3, Stacey Crowley and her wife, Babs Burlingame, were initially thrilled. After all, they’d moved from Chicago to a quiet neighborhood north of Weaverville in 2011 “specifically for more nature.” When the yearling cub made off with the 20-pound bag of birdseed they’d just purchased, Crowley and Burlingame’s enthusiasm waned, and after they spotted another cub eating from their birdfeeder, it vanished altogether.

Residents of Asheville, North Carolina, are being asked to be “bear wise” about their trash after community members raised concerns about local black bears rummaging through garbage.

Celebrating National Best Friends Day. Highlighting the Electric Food Truck for Food Truck Friday. Man facing multiple charges in Asheville after allegedly abducting children. The Asheville Police Department said a man is facing multiple charges following a lengthy investigation into two of his alleged victims. Spartanburg Big Brother Big Sisters...

If you are looking for something good to eat, then you can never go wrong with fried chicken. Fried chicken is one of those ultimate guilty pleasures for many people. I know, we’re supposed to be watching what we eat but sometimes you have to treat yourself! What’s a better way to treat yourself than enjoying a fried chicken sandwich? That’s right, fried chicken but in between two great buns!

Asheville native Charles Frazier burst on the scene in 1997 with his debut novel, "Cold Mountain," retelling Homer's "Odyssey" as the epic tale of a Civil War soldier trying to return home to western North Carolina as the Confederacy collapsed. "Cold Mountain" was a New York Times best seller, won...

ASHEVILLE - A new hotel development has been designed to cater to overnight guests and public patrons seeking a bite ― or slice ― to eat and a local brew or cocktail to drink. This fall, the Embassy Suites by Hilton Asheville Downtown is slated to open at...

The new PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure” presale code is now on WiseGuys Presale Codes: While this limited time presale opportunity is underway, you have the chance to order PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure” show tickets earlier than tickets go on sale to the public.

For a year, brown paper covered the windows of the former Happy Hill Restaurant (1400 Patton Avenue) in West Asheville, an old-school Asheville diner that opened in 1967 and closed in December 2021. Neighborhood curiosity was further piqued as cryptic messages went up on the signboard out front and the exterior stucco walls were painted pale pink.

Hiking in Asheville, NC, is an incredible way to connect with nature and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. However, it's crucial to prioritize safety to make the most of your hiking experience. This article provides essential tips and guidelines to ensure you stay safe while exploring the scenic trails of Asheville this summer.

MILLS RIVER - Appalachian Mountain Brewery (AMB), Boone’s original brewery dedicated to community, philanthropy, and sustainability, has announced the grand opening of a new Mills River taproom, its first location outside of Boone. The new taproom and restaurant is located at 46 North Mills River Road, minutes from the entrance to Pisgah National Forest and its popular hiking and mountain biking trails. The grand opening celebration will take place Friday, June 23 through Sunday, June 25 and will feature live music, special limited edition pint glasses, and the brewery’s distinctive laidback Southern hospitality. ...

Ashevillians looking to beat the heat are in luck! Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) plans to bring free family-friendly foam parties, inflatable water slides, and other water activities to public parks to welcome summer’s arrival. “Asheville Parks & Recreation knows summer fun can get expensive,” according to D. Tyrell...

BUNCOMBE COUNTY, N.C. (FOX Carolina) - The North Carolina Education Lottery said a grandfather from Asheville woke up Saturday morning to a big lottery win. William Harrison, a grandfather of six, bought his $1 Quick Pick ticket in Friday’s drawing from Cubbard Express on 16th Street Northeast in Hickory.

The 2 founders first started their brewery in 2011 and later partnered with the Craft Brew Alliance, leading to an acquisition by Anheuser-Busch. By 2021, Appalachian Mountain Brewery’s beers were officially part of Anheuser-Busch’s craft beer selection. Despite the changes in ownership Kelischek and Zieber remained actively engaged...

In crafting the music video for the haunting “Loss” off Laura Boswell’s 2020 EP, Place To Be, the Asheville-based singer-songwriter-guitarist and her co-director, David Gwaltney, trekked to Roan Mountain for a pair of shoots last year. And by returning to the scene of the proverbial crime, it resulted in her most enchanting visual work yet.

ASHEVILLE - Two readers ask about development plans for former Subway locations and the company’s future. Email Executive Editor Karen Chávez at KChavez@citizentimes.com and your question could appear in an upcoming column. Questions: What new restaurant is being constructed on the site where the old Subway used to...

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Association of Asheville and Buncombe County, in partnership with the City of Asheville, has organized the 2023 Juneteenth Celebration to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States.

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Asheville Humane Society (AHS) announces plans to launch a Mobile Medical Unit (MMU) to address what it calls a spay and neuter crisis. Plans include the purchase of a 37-ft truck, which will house a surgery suite and prep/exam areas. "The MMU is integral to...

ASHEVILLE - Visitors of a historic downtown shopping center had fewer options to patronize after a gas leak caused nearly a dozen restaurants and retailers to close for multiple days. On the afternoon of June 5, Grove Arcade’s workers, residents and visitors were evacuated and joined spectators milling about on the sidewalk to...

Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville, North Carolina is a growing eclectic mountain city with a bustling art scene, music that includes so much more than bluegrass, and some of the best thrift stores in the state.If you are thinking of heading to the North Carolina city and doing some shopping, you are guaranteed to find some artsy sustainable pieces for every occasion and every style type. Here are some thrift stores to check out in Asheville.Sugar Britches View this post on Instagram ...

The eldest son of Bob & Rita Marley, Ziggy Marley has inherited quite a lot regarding his sound, spirit, spirituality, and legacy. But as he shares in this interview with WNCW’s Martin Anderson (and preached on his 2003 album Dragonfly), he’s just being true to himself. He also opens up about staying true to the path that promotes peace, justice, love and unity, thanks to both his parents and his own children. Ziggy and his band play the Knight Theatre in Charlotte on Tuesday the 20th, and the Salvage Station in Asheville (along with Mavis Staples, Trombone Shorty, & Robert Randolph) on Sunday the 25th.