Today is National Food Service Employee Day. Here in West Asheville, we recognize that food service is an essential cornerstone of our tourist-based economy. Yet, like any other city, we struggle with equitable pay and affordable living for our food service workers. Below we have outlined some things we can do as a community to…
On Thursday, September 22nd, at 9:00pm, the northern hemisphere will experience the autumnal equinox. This is when day and night are the same length and begins to lead us toward the winter solstice, or the longest night of the year. The autumn equinox represents a turning point and a time to pause and reflect on…
The mortgage industry has been hard to keep track of over the last couple of years, with various economic factors at play, including the continued effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and rising inflation. There are different considerations for different types of buyers in any market; do you want to know about fixed and adjustable mortgages…
Happy National Conservation Week! When thinking about conservation, some of today’s most important topics include protecting our natural resources and lowering our carbon footprint. Wondering what ways you can practice conservation methods in your home, neighborhood, and the broader Asheville community? Here are some ideas to improve your carbon footprint, one step at a time. …