Winter in Asheville looks a lot like a fantasy land. It may only snow once or twice each season, but when it does the city is transformed. Snow-covered hills limit traffic and give adults and kids alike a well-deserved snow day. We recognize that not everyone loves the snow, so we have gathered some ideas…
If you made a resolution to get healthier this year, it’s time to get moving. Here are some ideas to help you continue to make strides toward your goals right here in Asheville. Eat Local Asheville has long been known as a beacon of healthy living. That is shown by our abundance in original local…
Many Reasons to Love Asheville We love Western North Carolina. There’s something special about our little area of the Appalachian Mountains. That doesn’t mean life is always easy here, there are plenty of things the Asheville community could do better, but we are drawn to the area again and again. So what makes WNC such…
In February 2021, we looked at Black history in Asheville to celebrate Black History Month. The monthly observation began in 1976 by historian Carter G. Woodson. Our previous post celebrated Western North Carolina’s contributions to black history, including Nina Simone, Edythe J. Gaines, Ashleigh Shanti, and the YMI cultural center. Our previous post celebrated Western…
Updated: January 14, 2023. Buying a second home — especially where you like to vacation or where you plan to retire — remains popular in the US. In fact, baby boomers preparing for retirement own about 57 percent of all second homes in the country, according to the National Association of Realtors. In addition to…
Purchasing a home is more than just a transaction. The desire to become a homeowner stems from a goal to achieve the pride of homeownership, the benefits that come from home value appreciation, and the opportunity to leave a legacy and build wealth. Your home is a place where memories are made; you are surrounded…