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- So, I've been hearing about the Blind Pig of Asheville from my friends connected to the local foodie and culi... Read more.by Justin Belleme on Thursday, January 26, 2012
- Sometimes in life things come together at exactly the right time. That happened for my husband and me in 2011... Read more.by Michele Williams on Saturday, January 07, 2012
- Current Buncombe County Register of Deeds Drew Reisinger announced today he will seek election to the office i... Read more.by Justin Belleme on Monday, December 19, 2011
- Asheville has been selected as one of three finalist to host the 2014 and 2015 USA Cycling Cyclo-cross Nationa... Read more.by Asheville Now on Wednesday, December 14, 2011
- 2012 is shaping up to be a truly monumental year for Acoustic Syndicate. The seminal western North Carolina fo... Read more.by Molly Kummerle on Thursday, December 08, 2011
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Your Guide to the City of Asheville NC

It is our mission to be the most comprehensive informational guide to the City of Asheville and Western North Carolina. We work hard to present a fresh, authentic perspective on the city of Asheville, and provide the most accurate portrayal of area resources. With the help of visitor feedback and community contribution, we are confident that we can properly represent the local color and vitality that make Asheville, North Carolina one of the most amazing places on earth. Navigate the tabs above to find the newest content.
What's New: New Content and Articles
- Sometimes in life things come together at exactly the right time. That happened for my husband and me in 2011... Read more.by Michele Williams on Saturday, January 07, 2012
- >Your student's PSAT Report will be arriving in the mail any day. Chyten can help you get the most out of it! Read more.by Brian Caskey on Tuesday, December 06, 2011
- We make buying choices every day. These decisions are the driving force in the success or failure of a busine... Read more.by Asheville Now on Thursday, October 13, 2011
- If your student is taking an AP course and would like some help during the academic year, Chyten will be offe... Read more.by Brian Caskey on Tuesday, October 11, 2011
- The Sacred Embodiment Center has graced the Asheville community for the past three years as a central gatheri... Read more.by Justin Belleme on Sunday, October 09, 2011
Asheville Mountain Living
Mountain Living Equals Better Living!

Living in the Mountains of Western North Carolina can provide a unique quality of life that is rarely matched anywhere else in the world. Our Mountain Living section covers a number of topics relevant to moving and living in Western NC including real estate, education, health care, and much more. Whether you are just moving to these mountains, or have lived in the Asheville area your entire life, we are confident that our Mountain Living section will have the lifestyle resources you are looking for.
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What's New: New Content and Articles
- 2012 is shaping up to be a truly monumental year for Acoustic Syndicate. The seminal western North Carolina fo... Read more.by Molly Kummerle on Thursday, December 08, 2011
- Toubab Krewe returns to the Orange Peel for New Year's Eve 2012 for what has become somewhat of a yearly perfo... Read more.by Molly Kummerle on Thursday, December 08, 2011
- Asheville Global Americana group The Billy Sea will play their last show of 2011 this Saturday December 10th a... Read more.by Molly Kummerle on Thursday, December 08, 2011
- Vertigo Jazz Project and One Leg Up are teaming up to throw a New Year's Eve Masquerade Party this year on Sat... Read more.by Erin Scholze on Monday, December 05, 2011
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Asheville Arts and Entertainment Guide
Your Guide to the Arts in Asheville, NC

Downtown Asheville benefits from a plethora of art, theater and cultural attractions, but the influence of the arts is not restricted by the bounds of downtown. To get a true glimpse of all of the Arts & Entertainment that Western NC has to offer, you will have to get off the beaten path and explore the arts communities that have emerged at in West Asheville and in many of the communities that surround Asheville. Begin by exploring River Arts District, or one of the cozy mountain towns that surround Asheville NC, such as Black Mountain.
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What's New: New Content and Articles
- Asheville has been selected as one of three finalist to host the 2014 and 2015 USA Cycling Cyclo-cross Nationa... Read more.by Asheville Now on Wednesday, December 14, 2011
- Many people opt to supe-up their golf carts. Adding rims, custom paint jobs, new lights, some can make their g... Read more.by Michelle B. on Monday, November 21, 2011
- Fished a full day bass and trout combination today with another guide from Wisconsin down on vacation in Hende... Read more.by frank askew on Tuesday, March 29, 2011
- The Greater Haywood County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the second annual Blue Ridge Breakaway, ... Read more.by Katy McLean Gould on Tuesday, March 08, 2011
- Even when the temps are dropping below what most sane people consider as doable, true outdoor lovers rarely le... Read more.by Veronica Davis on Thursday, February 03, 2011
Asheville Outdoor Activities and Recreation Guide
Recreation Opportunities are Plentiful in WNC

Travelers, and locals alike, benefit from the nearly endless array of Outdoor Activities found in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Few areas offer the diversity of hiking, camping, road and mountain biking, kayaking, gem mining, golf and disc golf, rock climbing, sight seeing, and other outdoor activities found in and around the City of Asheville. Asheville is a popular travel destination for outdoor enthusiasts, but is also home base for a number of the world’s best mountain bikers and kayakers.
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What's New: New Content and Articles
- So, I've been hearing about the Blind Pig of Asheville from my friends connected to the local foodie and culi... Read more.by Justin Belleme on Thursday, January 26, 2012
- Chef de Cuisine Duane Fernandes at Horizons at the Grove Park Inn Resort and Spa has implemented major changes... Read more.by Asheville Now on Tuesday, August 09, 2011
- Asheville Independent Restaurants (AIR) will celebrate a big evening of what makes Asheville a culinary destin... Read more.by Justin Belleme on Monday, October 18, 2010
- The Tupelo Honey Cafe, located in downtown Asheville, is now taking pre-orders for their upcoming cookbook, Tu... Read more.by Explore Asheville on Tuesday, September 28, 2010
- The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa is taking the farm to table concept to a new level beginning in September ... Read more.by Asheville Now on Monday, September 20, 2010
Asheville Restaurants and Bars
Your Guide to Restaurants and Dining Options

The Asheville, NC area offers a level of culinary diversity often reserved for the largest, trendiest cities. New, interesting restaurants can be found around every corner in the city of Asheville, and also in many of the surrounding communities and towns. Our Restaurant Guide offers over thirty restaurant directories by food type and also includes several other informative pages. Use our Dining Guide as a starting spot, or just get out there and explore.
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What's New: New Content and Articles
- The Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove will serve as a drop-off location for shoebox gifts for Operation... Read more.by Jill Wagner on Monday, October 31, 2011
- Don't miss this fast-paced, interactive presentation offering valuable skills and methodologies that will give... Read more.by Brenda Cooke on Wednesday, October 12, 2011
- The Spectrum, by Dragonfly Forest, has found a new way to reach out to local youth with autism! They are train... Read more.by Sylvia van Meerten on Wednesday, August 31, 2011
- Cheap Vacation Packages in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee! Receive more than 50% off! Total Cost is only $189.00 or A... Read more.by jc carlos on Tuesday, August 23, 2011
- There's this common misconception that nothing in this life is free. This post will show you that you can get ... Read more.by Asheville Now on Saturday, August 20, 2011
Asheville Business Directory
Thousands of Area Businesses in Hundreds of Categories

Asheville NC is a hot bed for the entrepreneurial spirit, and has long enticed visionaries and creative spirits. The fruits of their labor can be found in the hundred plus directories within our Business Directory. This section covers a wide range of businesses that don’t fit into one of the other sections. Categories include: accommodations, legal services, home improvement, events and weddings, shopping and much more. Whatever type of business you are looking for, it can be found here.
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What's New: New Content and Articles
- Autism Consulting and Training, Inc. provides in-home, educational services to children affected by Autism in ... Read more.by Jennifer Strauss on Monday, October 03, 2011
- My funny side is busy writing comedy about being a 30 year old trapped in a 60 year old body. Read more.by Debi Drecksler on Wednesday, January 12, 2011
- Asheville attracts fall travelers for obvious reasons including stunning fall color, fabulous dining, and an i... Read more.by Explore Asheville on Tuesday, September 28, 2010
- Fall is just around the corner in Asheville and we have some really exciting seasonal travel packages to share... Read more.by Explore Asheville on Tuesday, September 21, 2010
- With the autumnal equinox and official first day of fall just one week away, it already feels like fall here i... Read more.by Explore Asheville on Friday, September 17, 2010
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Featured Video: Horizons Dining Room at The Grove Park Inn Resort and Spa
Chef de Cuisine Duane Fernandes at Horizons at the Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa has implemented major changes recently, making the restaurant a generous, hospitable location for local guests. With the comfort and pleasure of WNC residents in mind, the restaurant is offering a 20% local discount every Tuesday & Wednesday. All one must do is show a valid WNC drivers license. Continue reading the article here.











