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Grace Powers

Newsletter Editor

Grace is based in Asheville, NC and started with AVLtoday in April 2023. Before joining 6AM City, she wrote for Music Daily and worked in digital marketing. In her free time, you’ll find Grace working on jigsaw puzzles, testing new recipes, or exploring the outdoors with her friends and family.

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City
Help shape Asheville’s first Urban Forest Master Plan
Share your vision for the next 20 years of the city’s green space during a March 21 workshop at the NC Arboretum.
March 9, 2026
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Food
The Market Place’s Chef William Dissen earns Restaurateur of the Year award
Fresh off a statewide honor, the Market Place chef dishes on Asheville dining.
March 5, 2026
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City
Historic Asheville buildings celebrating centennials in 2026
Get a look into how Asheville built its architectural identity brick by brick through the 1920s.
March 4, 2026
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City
The Orange Peel announces new outdoor venue, Hellbender, to open this summer
The Thompson Street venue will host Rhiannon Giddens, Mary Chapin Carpenter, Mavis Staples, and Hurray for the Riff Raff for its first show in August.
March 3, 2026
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Travel and Outdoors
5 Hipcamp campsites to check out near Asheville
Whether you prefer pitching your tent by the river or glamping amongst the treetops, there’s a Hipcamp with your name on it less than an hour from home.
February 26, 2026
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City
River Arts District voted No. 1 arts district in the country by USA TODAY
Similar past recognitions like “Beer City USA” have helped put Asheville in the national spotlight.
February 26, 2026
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City
City targets site for potential performing arts venue
The City of Asheville and ATG Entertainment have set their sights on a downtown location for the potential mixed-use development with plans to request a land hold next month.
February 25, 2026
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Business
Keep Asheville local: A growing guide to reader-recommended small businesses
Help us create a growing guide to small businesses by submitting your favorite local makers, restaurants, and professionals, and sharing this page with a friend.
February 24, 2026
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Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these March events happening in Asheville
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
February 24, 2026
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Culture
Celebrate “Twin Peaks” Day in Asheville
Indulge in “a damn fine cup of coffee,” cherry pie, and other themed treats during the annual celebration of the cult classic tv show.
February 23, 2026
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Food
Your guide to Asheville’s food TV appearances
Asheville has no shortage of foodie features headed to your TV screens. Here’s how to keep up with them all.
February 19, 2026
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City
Costco withdraws application for Enka location
The wholesale chain’s project developers halted plans, citing increased costs.
February 19, 2026
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History
Buncombe County holds history symposium for America250
The full day of events was designed to highlight the diversity of voices that have shaped WNC, state, and US history.
February 18, 2026
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Small Business
Cotton Mill Studios reopens 16 months after Helene
The landmark studio was devastated by Helene, but after much remediation and restoration, the studios are filled with local art and welcoming visitors once again.
February 17, 2026
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Culture
AVLFest retires as founders launch two new Asheville music festivals
AVL Sounds Fest will follow the same venue-based format as AVLFest, while Asheville Busker Fest will spotlight the sounds of our local street artists.
February 13, 2026
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Culture
Experience Italy without leaving Asheville
With the 2026 Winter Olympics well underway, we’re craving an Italian day without having to leave the 828.
February 12, 2026
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Play
20+ concerts to see in Asheville in 2026
Mark your calendars for these shows, from folk to electronic and rock to rap.
February 10, 2026
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Culture
Honoring Black History Month in Asheville
Celebrate the community through talks and storytelling, education and art, all month long.
February 5, 2026
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Culture
Spend an $8 million Super Bowl ad on Asheville
The average Super Bowl 60 ad costs $8 million. Here are some more interesting ways to spend that money in the Land of the Sky.
February 5, 2026
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Travel and Outdoors
Where to hit the slopes near Asheville this winter
Winter is coming — and so are winter sports.
February 5, 2026
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Travel and Outdoors
Bird watchers needed for The Great Backyard Bird Count
The Great Backyard Bird Count attracts more than one million people nationwide to help record the bird population.
February 5, 2026
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City
RADA Foundation shares plans for a new “cultural anchor” in the River Arts District
The nonprofit is working towards building the RAD Creative Campus, a flood-safe arts space designed to restore the district’s creative economy post-Helene.
February 4, 2026
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Events
Gamers’ Haunt to move to larger downtown location
Experience the magic of the new space early — and help support the move — at the store’s fundraising gala this Saturday, Feb. 7.
February 3, 2026
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Weather
Winter Storm Warning issued ahead of snowfall
Here’s what winter weather to expect this weekend.
January 29, 2026
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Travel and Outdoors
The lore of the American chestnut tree in WNC
How the once mighty tree met its demise and how scientists + activists are working to regrow its legacy from right here in Asheville.
January 29, 2026
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City
UNC Asheville announces committee to guide Millennial Campus planning
Urban development consulting firm HR&A Advisors will use the committee’s recommendations to create the Millennial Campus Action Plan, which will be delivered to the University for review.
January 28, 2026
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City
Asheville City Council approves $15.5 million in CDBG-DR funding for small businesses
Four local organizations will administer grant programs through the city’s Small Business Support Program.
January 27, 2026
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Food
Huli Sue’s to appear on “Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives”
The Hawaiian and Texas-style barbecue fusion spot will be featured in an episode premiering this Friday, Jan. 30 at 9 p.m.
January 27, 2026
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Culture
Unique Valentine’s Day experiences around Asheville
Whether you prefer snuggling an adorable rescue animal or smashing a car in the name of cupid, everyone can find their perfect match when it comes to Valentine’s Day events in Asheville.
January 27, 2026
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Three 2026 James Beard Award semifinalist spots for Asheville
Our area’s chefs and restaurateurs have been recognized with three semifinalist nominations for the coveted culinary awards.
January 21, 2026
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