Hiawassee Street temporarily repaved, roadway reopened

The City of Asheville completed temporary repaving on Hiawassee Street between Rankin Avenue and North Lexington Avenue, restoring smoother access for motorists and pedestrians. This work was necessary in the interim while planning continues for a permanent upgrade to the utility and stormwater systems.  City staff are actively coordinating with utility partners to finalize designs and [...]

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Construction begins on New Haw Creek Road sidewalk

Construction has officially begun on the New Haw Creek Road sidewalk, a project that will implement about 1 mile of new sidewalk on a main thoroughfare in the Haw Creek neighborhood. The New Haw Creek Road sidewalk is one of several transportation projects prioritized by City residents during public outreach for the 

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Sustainability Rebate Program to be suspended March 31

Due to impacts from Tropical Storm Helene, which reduced the anticipated revenue, the City is suspending the Sustainability Rebate Program by March 31, 2025, to reallocate the remaining funds to support recovery efforts. Community members who have eligible projects should plan to submit rebate applications as soon as possible. Projects will be considered on [...]

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Mardi Gras Parade returns on Sunday, March 2

Animalia fun returns to downtown Asheville on Sunday, March 2, 2025. As our community comes together to Let the Good Times Roll, there will be route and traffic impacts. Times and Routes 10:00 a.m. Line up and float assembly begins on Southside Avenue between Biltmore and Short Coxe Avenue  3:05 p.m. Traditional Step Off The parade will enter [...]

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March’s Don’t-Miss-Outs from Asheville Parks & Recreation

Get ready to shake off winter as Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR)’s March calendar is a fresh wave of energy blooming with events and programs that celebrate the season of renewal. Browse highlights below and use these resources to find a lineup of additional opportunities including free meetups and clubs, exercise and sports, arts and [...]

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WNC Nature Center reopens to the public March 17

The WNC Nature Center will reopen to the public on Monday, March 17, five and a half months after closing due to the devastating effects of Tropical Storm Helene, which caused significant flooding,  destroying roads and the main bridge to the Nature Center. “After witnessing the devastation caused by the flooding of the Swannanoa River, we [...]

Two Asheville firefighters to participate in 129th Boston Marathon

Two firefighters with the Asheville, N.C., Fire Department will be running in the Boston Marathon presented by Bank of America® in April as part of the CITGO-sponsored running team.  Stated Chris Kiesling, CITGO Assistant Vice President Light Oils Operations and Marketing, “Sponsoring firefighters from Asheville was one small way we could recognize and thank first responders [...]

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What’s Up AVL! This week spotlights upcoming sports and fitness opportunities with Parks and Recreation

  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 this episode host Meredith Friedheim is joined by Christo Bubenik, Asheville Parks and Recreation Communication Manager.  [...]

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Be a local leader, apply for a board/commission today!

Do you want to have a voice in the City’s growth and future? Do you want to influence decisions regarding policy, service and education?  If you’ve answered yes, then it’s time to take that initial step forward and put your perspective, leadership and knowledge to task by serving on one of the many boards/commissions the [...]

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