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Last updated or reviewed on April 23, 2025

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From Pool to Possibilities

Southside United Neighborhood Association, with the support of APR, is gathering input to reimagine the historic pool area within Walton Street Park. The survey is open until May 31 and aims to ensure preservation of the park’s historic character while integrating modern amenities to serve the community for generations to come.

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Carrier Park Playground

Neighborhoods: East West Asheville, Pisgah View Happening Now The new playground opened on August 15, 2024. View the City of Asheville’s active projects. For information about Asheville’s parks and recreation facilities, visit the Asheville Parks & Recreation page.   Background As owner of Sulphur Springs Hotel (later changed [...]

Richmond Hill Park Trail Network Expansion

APR crews and community volunteers plan to increase hiking, walking, and biking options in Richmond Hill Park to include a 1.5-mile spur trail branching off of the existing Purple Trail.

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Roger Farmer Park

In order to expand recreation opportunities in West Asheville, improvements at Roger Farmer Park include court resurfacing and field conversion.

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City of Asheville initiates process to rebuild storm-damaged French Broad Riverfront parks system

Posted on by Kim Miller

The City of Asheville is taking a significant step forward in its infrastructure recovery efforts by posting a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for design services to rebuild the parks system on the French Broad River. This milestone marks the beginning of a design plan to restore damaged City assets along the French Broad Riverfront parks [...]

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Flip the Script on Aging in Asheville by Staying Active and Engaged

Posted on by Christy Edwards

Each May, the United States Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Community Living (ACL) leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month (OAM), a time to recognize older Americans’ contributions, highlight aging trends, and reaffirm the nation’s commitment to serving older adults. Every President since John F. Kennedy issued formal proclamations asking [...]

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