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Grace Powers

City Editor, AVLtoday

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
Changes to election planning in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene
During Buncombe County’s Oct. 7 briefing, Election Services director Corinne Duncan assured the community that “Buncombe County will vote,” offering information on creating a modified voting plan.
October 7, 2024
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A portion of I-40 near the NC and Tennessee border that was severely damaged from Hurricane Helene.
City
Hurricane Helene: Aftermath + community resources in Asheville
Due to the effects of Hurricane Helene, officials have urged residents not to travel to affected areas, as roads remain dangerous and resources are limited.
October 7, 2024
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City
County urges Fletcher and Biltmore Village residents to self-evacuate, warning of “historic flooding”
The NWS has compared the potential impacts to Asheville’s 1916 floods, urging residents along the French Broad and Swannanoa Rivers to evacuate.
September 26, 2024
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City
Buncombe County declares state of emergency as WNC prepares for Hurricane Helene
Know where to get the latest updates on Helene and tips on preparing and staying safe.
September 25, 2024
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City
YMI Cultural Center reopens alongside Goombay Festival relaunch
After two years of renovations, the YMI Cultural Center reopens with facility upgrades and Goombay Festival on the horizon this weekend.
September 25, 2024
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Travel and Outdoors
Predicting fall color in Asheville
Hues may be starting to change in high-elevation areas, but warm weather could stunt the fall color show.
September 23, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
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City
Your guide to voting in the 2024 general election in Buncombe County
Find the important information you need, like how to check your registration, find your sample ballot, and the ways you can cast your ballot.
September 23, 2024
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Play
Plan ahead for fall events in Asheville
Make the most of the season with this list of the best local events and activities happening this fall.
September 19, 2024
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Business
The new initiative spotlighting local Black-owned businesses
All for One will highlight a new business each month to encourage inclusive economic growth.
September 19, 2024
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Kuwohi name restored to Clingmans Dome
The US Board of Geographic Names approved an application to return Clingmans Dome to Kuwohi, a name that has always been recognized by the Cherokee people.
September 18, 2024
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Live
Where to find lunch for under $10 in Asheville
From pizza and sandwiches to seitan shawarma.
September 18, 2024
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Laura Hackett
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Culture
Seeing Asheville through the eyes of artist Karine Rupp-Stanko
The artist behind @up_and_down_asheville shares the inspiration behind her art and her latest zine, available at this weekend’s AVL Zine Fest.
September 17, 2024
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Events
Trace the roots of local food at ASAP’s Farm Tour
You can bet the farm you’ll have fun exploring the variety of offerings from WNC farmers.
September 17, 2024
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Nonprofits
Celebrating 10 years of Appalachian Wildlife Refuge
The nonprofit is celebrating a decade of rehabilitating wildlife in WNC with a special fundraiser.
September 13, 2024
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Culture
New exhibit at Asheville Museum of History showcases the photography of Andrea Clark
“The Photography of Andrea Clark: Remembering Asheville’s East End Community” opens Saturday, Sept. 21, documenting life in the historically African American East End neighborhood before and during urban renewal.
September 13, 2024
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Travel and Outdoors
Monarch butterflies will soon migrate through Asheville
Find out where to spot the winged creatures and what you can do to keep them protected + flying high.
September 12, 2024
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Development
Asheville City Council approves new apartment complex for Riverside Drive
After postponing the vote to its Tuesday, Sept. 10 meeting, Asheville City Council approved a conditional zoning amendment to allow a 240-unit apartment complex.
September 11, 2024
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Music
See Ashes & Arrows perform on the “America’s Got Talent” semifinals
Cast your vote for the band during the live show to help them move to the final round.
September 9, 2024
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History
Asheville Radio Museum reopens in a larger location
The specialty museum now has more space for you to learn about the history of radio in Asheville.
September 9, 2024
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Live
Your guide to Asheville’s coffee scene
From roasters and tastings to where to find nitro cold brew.
September 4, 2024
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Festivals
Read up on the first Punch Bucket Literary Festival
See what’s in store for the inaugural festival from the literary nonprofit and get acquainted with some of the authors who will share their work.
September 3, 2024
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Festivals
Your guide to the inaugural Boomtown Arts & Heritage FestAVL
What you need to know about the unique festival blending history, arts, and culture.
August 30, 2024
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Culture
What’s new at the 30th NC Mountain State Fair
Get ready for rides, agricultural competitions, and all the fair food.
August 28, 2024
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City
Asheville City Council adopts the Recreate Asheville plan
The plan guiding Asheville Parks and Recreation’s priorities for the next 10 years was adopted by City Council — in November, voters have the chance to approve $20 million in general obligation bonds to fund phase one.
August 28, 2024
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An outdoor cafe with a wooden + stone walk way that parts luscious greenery and tables with people sitting at them.
Culture
Finding your third place in Lexington
Third places are public, informal gathering spaces you frequent in your community. We’re here to help give you recommendations and help you find your third place around Lexington.
August 27, 2024
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Molly Thompson
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Business
Locally made products nominated for “Coolest Thing Made in NC”
Get to know the Asheville area products that are nominated and vote for them daily through Thursday. Aug. 29.
August 26, 2024
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Development
LEED-certified locations in Asheville
We break down how a building or community becomes LEED-certified and what the four levels mean.
August 23, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Music
Harvest Records celebrates 20 years with Transfigurations IV
Haywood Road’s independent record store is bringing back its anniversary festival to celebrate the milestone.
August 20, 2024
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Food
Cook With K is cultivating friendship over food with its Dinner with Strangers series
Marcella and Jack Kirakossian are cooking up a unique dining experience where the guest list is a mystery.
August 16, 2024
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George Briggs, recipient of the Order of the Long Leaf Pine
Government
The North Carolina Arboretum’s George Briggs is awarded The Order of the Long Leaf Pine
The founding director was awarded the highest civilian honor a North Carolinian can receive.
August 16, 2024
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