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U.S. Cellular Center releases parking information and security protocols for Buncombe County school graduations, including free parking for graduates

Posted on June 10, 2019 by Web Editors - CAPE

Three Buncombe County high schools will hold graduation this weekend at the U.S. Cellular Center. AC Reynolds, TC Roberson and North Buncombe graduating seniors will all walk across the stage to receive their diplomas at the U.S. Cellular Center. The City of Asheville is proud to host this important civic event each June. Changes in both security [...]

City of Asheville launches new services-oriented website

Posted on June 6, 2019 by Web Editors - CAPE

The City of Asheville has launched a services-oriented website, with key resident services front and center on the home page. The site is built with usability in mind, based on key analytics of our most visited pages and requested services. City staff worked with local vendors to build the site on the open source WordPress platform. This [...]

City of Asheville to release climate change resource guide and share renewable energy initiative findings

Posted on June 5, 2019 by Web Editors - CAPE

Resource information Find information page about climate resilience initiative here. The Climate Resilience Resource Guide is posted on that page. Here is a direct link. Find information about the 100% renewable energy initiative here. Original post: Interested in local energy and climate issues? Come to the City of [...]

Asheville residents invited to review State Street resurfacing and sidewalk design

Posted on June 4, 2019 by Web Editors - CAPE

As part of the bond projects initiative, the City of Asheville is preparing to resurface State Street in West Asheville. This project includes sidewalk improvements and pedestrian enhancements, including ADA improvements and enhanced crosswalk improvements. Stormwater infrastructure improvements have already been installed along State Street in advance of this project. During an October meeting, residents were [...]

Families invited to Easel Rider Mobile Art Lab activities in the River Arts District

Posted on June 3, 2019 by Web Editors - CAPE

The City of Asheville, in partnership with the River Arts District businesses and artists and LEAF Community Arts, wants to inclusively bring families in the community together through art. During this summer, families in Asheville are invited to visit the Easel Rider Mobile Art Lab in the River Arts District. Family-friendly art events will be held [...]

City of Asheville asks community to weigh in on building naming

Posted on May 31, 2019 by Web Editors - CAPE

On April 25, 2019, Walter Evan Robertson Sr. passed away. Walt was a decorated veteran of the Vietnam War and dedicated 30 years of service to law enforcement. During his 28-year tenure at the Asheville Police Department, he became the first African American to reach the rank of Lieutenant. In addition to his dedication to [...]

WNC Nature Center Barred Owl passes away

Posted on May 30, 2019 by Christy Edwards

ASHEVILLE – It is with sadness that the WNC Nature Center announces the passing of one of its most senior residents. Artemis, the Barred Owl, has passed away as a result of advanced age. A member of the Center’s Education Ambassador Animal Team for almost 20 years, Art came to the Nature Center in December of [...]

Asheville residents invited to participate in Neighborhood Traffic Issues Forum

Posted on May 30, 2019 by Web Editors - CAPE

What neighborhood traffic issues are on your mind, Asheville? The City’s Neighborhood Advisory Committee invites everyone to come to a solution-based community discussion about just that. The Neighborhood Advisory Committee invites everyone to attend the first of two Neighborhood Forums planned for this year. The forums will provide an opportunity for neighborhoods to discuss and find [...]

City of Asheville partners with GreenWorks for neighborhood recycling education campaign

Posted on May 29, 2019 by Web Editors - CAPE

Are you “recycling right?” We’ve all had that moment when we’ve gotten confused on what the City of Asheville accepts and does not accept in the Big Blue recycling bins. Getting it right is important and here’s why: As a city, our contamination rate is on the rise. Where we were previously at a 5% contamination [...]

Asheville to deploy electric buses on ART routes June 1

Posted on May 29, 2019 by Web Editors - CAPE

Asheville’s five all-new electric buses roll out onto routes this week! After thorough testing and training, the City received delivery of the final two buses in May. Starting June 1, ART transit will incorporate the buses into these three routes: S3, which runs a round trip from the [...]

Asheville City Council votes to accept Civic Center naming rights proposal from Harrah’s Cherokee

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Web Editors - CAPE

Asheville City Council voted 6 to 1 May 28 to accept an offer for a 5- to 10-year naming rights agreement with Harrah’s Cherokee for the Asheville Civic Center in downtown Asheville. The new agreement will replace the existing contract with U.S. Cellular that expires December 31, 2019. The vote concludes a year-long effort to explore [...]

City of Asheville maintains flood insurance discounts for property owners

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Web Editors - CAPE

Asheville residents who live or own property in flood zones have access to a federally subsidized flood insurance program through the City’s participation in a FEMA Community Rating System. The Community Rating System (CRS) program, a part of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), provides discounts off of flood insurance premiums to communities [...]

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