City of Asheville invites the community to join us for the 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony
Come, join the City of asheville as we honor those who were lost and those who served.
City of Asheville asks community to stay safe by staying out of the construction zone at Memorial Stadium
Let's stay safe and keep Memorial Stadium progress moving forward by remaining off the track while it cures.
Park Views: French Broad River Park and French Broad River Greenway
This entry is part of Park Views, an Asheville Parks & Recreation series that explores the history of the city’s public parks and community centers – and the mountain spirit that helped make them the unique spaces they are today. Read more from the series and follow APR on Facebook and
Asheville City Council adopts 10-year vision for Parks and Recreation
At its August 27 meeting, Asheville City Council adopted Recreate Asheville:Shaping Our City’s Parks, a 10-year vision plan built by community members to guide the City of Asheville’s parks and recreation decisions. This plan identifies which recreation spaces need the most work, which projects will be most beneficial, and strategies to keep the [...]
City Hall will be closed Monday, September 2 in observance of holiday
City Hall will be closed September 2 for Labor day.
City of Asheville Broadway Public Safety Station awarded LEED Gold
Broadway Public Safety Station awarded LEED certification GOLD!
What’s Up AVL! This week hear more about upcoming renovations at McCormick Field with Asheville Tourists President Brian DeWine
What's Up AVL! goes to the ballpark! Hear from Asheville Tourists President Brian DeWine and Capital Management Director Jade Dundas as the partners get ready for next month's ground breaking at McCormick Field
City of Asheville Water Resources Department, Eblen Charities and Ingles announce inaugural charity golf tournament
The City of Asheville Water Resources Department is proud to announce the inaugural Eblen Charities-Ingles Charity Golf Tournament to benefit Eblen Charities’ Water Assistance Program. The event will take place on Thursday, August 15 at Asheville Municipal Golf Course. “We are thrilled to partner with Ingles and the City of Asheville to host this [...]
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: July 23 and reminds community of venue change for this meeting
On July 23, the City Council will meet in person at 5 p.m. in the Banquet Hall of Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville, 87 Haywood Street, Asheville, N.C. The Council meeting agenda is posted on the City’s website. Pursuant to North Carolina General Statute § 143-318.10 this will be an in-person meeting which the public can also access remotely. Where to Watch The City [...]
WNC Nature Center brings economic boost to Asheville and the Western North Carolina region
A recent study highlights the benefits of WNC Nature Center beyond the care of animals. Park visitors and related activities support jobs, boosts County GDP, and generates tax revenue.
Progress continues on the downtown restroom project at College Street and Rankin Avenue
UPDATE: July 11, 2024 Progress continues on the Rankin Avenue and College Street bathroom facility downtown. Contractors have been on site this week as groundwork continues. Cameras will soon be installed to bring added security to the area. Delivery of the restroom facility will take place during later summer. The Portland Loo restroom will be delivered via crane, followed by [...]
What’s up AVL: This week learn more about Parks and Recreation Summer Fun with Christo Bubenik
What’s Up AVL! The City of Asheville’s bi-monthly radio show allows the community to take a deep dive with the City of Asheville staff and departments. You can learn about different departments and what projects are taking place in your community. On What’s Up AVL! this week, host Sam Parada interviews Christo Bubenik, marketing and communications manager for [...]