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City of Asheville and Asheville Downtown Assoc. announce changes to the 2024 Holiday Parade due to TS Helene

Posted on November 12, 2024 by Kim Miller

This year, Asheville’s Annual Holiday Parade will take on a fresh twist as it transforms into a vibrant Holiday Jamboree at Pack Square Park, presented by Bojangles! Produced by the Asheville Downtown Association in partnership with the City of Asheville, the Jamboree is a family-friendly celebration of holiday cheer and community spirit, happening on Saturday, November 23. The Holiday Jamboree [...]

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Connect, Create, Celebrate: Asheville Parks & Recreation programs return

Posted on November 8, 2024 by Christy Edwards

From neighborhood barbecues and community gardens to teen gaming nights and older adult hiking clubs, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) activities and special events are often at the heart of people’s lives. As our community recovers together, parks and recreation programs are coming back to help build connections, create new memories, and make life [...]

City of Asheville offices to close Monday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day

Posted on November 7, 2024 by Kim Miller

In observance of Veterans Day, the City of Asheville offices will be closed Monday, November 11, 2024. Here is a look at how the City will be observing the day, and any impact to services. Veterans Day Ceremony A Veterans Day Ceremony will be held on Monday, November 11 at 11 a.m. at the Charles George VA [...]

Veterans Day ceremony to be held on November 11

Posted on November 1, 2024 by Christy Edwards

A Veterans Day Ceremony will be held on Monday, November 11 at 11 a.m. at the Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville. The keynote speaker will be Sa’eed Mustafa, US Army Retired who served in the Gulf War including two tours in Operation Iraqi Freedom. He is a Bronze Star Recipient and also author of [...]

The City of Asheville announces Ashley Haire as Transportation Director

Posted on October 31, 2024 by Jessica Hughes

Asheville City Manager, Debra Campbell, is pleased to announce that Ashley Haire has been named as the City of Asheville’s next Transportation Director. Ashley will officially begin her duties with the City of Asheville on November 12, 2024. Ashley Haire is a native North Carolinian, having grown up outside Raleigh. She earned her Bachelor’s and Master’s [...]

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Move indoors for fall: Volleyball, basketball, pickleball and more at Asheville Community Centers

Posted on September 16, 2024 by Christy Edwards

With multiple parks featuring ballfields and volleyball, pickleball, tennis, and basketball courts, Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) offers plenty of opportunities to join pick-up games or play with organized sports leagues. As days turn cooler, trading outdoor courts for indoor activities can keep you active all season. Community centers offer open gym time throughout the [...]

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Festival of Neighborhoods cancelled due to inclement weather forecast for Saturday, September 14

Posted on September 12, 2024 by Christy Edwards

The City of Asheville has made the difficult decision to cancel the Festival of Neighborhoods, originally scheduled for Saturday, September 14. Due to the forecast of significant rain throughout the weekend and into next week, City staff believe that the event would not provide the optimal experience for attendees or vendors. The rainy conditions could also [...]

City of Asheville announces Dr. Tareq Al-Zabet as the next Public Works Director

Posted on September 5, 2024 by Christy Edwards

Asheville City Manager, Debra Campbell, is pleased to announce Dr. Tareq Al-Zabet as the City of Asheville’s next Public Works Director. Tareq will officially begin his duties with the City of Asheville on September 16. Tareq is an accomplished executive with extensive leadership experience overseeing comprehensive infrastructure services. He holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences and [...]

City of Asheville launches Tree Inventory as part of Urban Forest Master Plan

Posted on September 3, 2024 by Kim Miller

The City of Asheville is embarking on a comprehensive tree inventory as part of its Urban Forest Master Plan to safeguard and enhance the urban forest. Over the next several weeks, arborists will conduct a thorough assessment of public trees located in the right-of-way, typically the area between the sidewalk and street. This public [...]

City Hall will be closed Monday, September 2 in observance of holiday