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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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Food
Black Cat Sandwich Company to open in the River Arts District
Fresh Italian-inspired sandwiches will be the star at the newest concept from Gypsy Queen Cuisine and Simple Cafe owner Suzy Phillips and business partner Dave Campbell.
May 14, 2024
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Arts
ArtsAVL’s Creative Spaces report details challenges of the arts community
The findings from the report will be used to inform new initiatives and guide a 10-year plan for sustaining Buncombe County’s arts and culture.
May 14, 2024
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Culture
Celebrate the Moogseum’s anniversary and the late Bob Moog’s 90th birthday
Get a hands-on education of the synthesizer pioneer’s legacy at these upcoming events.
May 10, 2024
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City
How the Preservation Society of Asheville and Buncombe County protects our area’s history
Through easements, grant funding, technical support, and educational programming, the Preservation Society of Asheville and Buncombe County is conserving a sense of place.
May 8, 2024
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Travel and Outdoors
Reduce rain runoff in your own backyard with the help of RiverLink
The environmental nonprofit is giving you the know-how and the tools to build green infrastructure at home.
May 8, 2024
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Music
Answered: What mood would be on Asheville’s Spotify daylist?
We asked you all to help us create an Asheville-inspired daylist — now, it’s time to set the mood right with these tunes.
May 6, 2024
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Sports
Six North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame athletes from Asheville
Learn about the Ashevillians recognized as some of the greatest athletes in our state.
May 2, 2024
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Events
Unique experiences to celebrate Mother’s Day
We’re helping you plan the perfect Mother’s Day with a few out-of-the-box activities.
May 2, 2024
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Culture
10 local Instagram accounts to follow
We asked you to help us spice up our Instagram feed and now we’re returning the favor by sharing some unique picks.
April 30, 2024
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Culture
Different Wrld’s next chapter
The creative venue is on the move after its unexpected displacement, and you can help it continue its journey in a new space.
April 26, 2024
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Arts
Story Parlor celebrates two years as a sanctuary for the arts
The creative space is a home for partners like Asheville Fringe Arts Festival, Bilingual Birdies, The Campfireball, and many more.
April 22, 2024
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Roberto Carlos Lange (known as Helado Negro) in a yellow shirt with black dots and lines, putting on round sunglasses with white rims.
Music
Helado Negro’s homage to Asheville’s great outdoors
The Asheville-based singer-songwriter is set to take the stage at Eulogy this weekend, performing tracks from his latest release, “PHASOR.”
April 18, 2024
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History
Teaching Wilma Dykeman’s impact with a new children’s book
Shannon Hitchcock’s latest book recounts the fierce dedication of the writer and environmentalist in a way people of all ages can enjoy.
April 16, 2024
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Biltmore from above, with the grounds and estate visible. Four cyclists view the Biltmore estate from the edge of a lake. Abstract glass statues in Biltmore. A walkway with purple flowers.
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Try This: Experience Biltmore® as an Annual Passholder
Soak up all four glorious seasons + enjoy year-round special activities as a Biltmore Annual Passholder.
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Events
Reduce your food waste with the help of WNC Food Waste Solutions
Take inspiration from local chefs on turning food scraps into delicious bites at the upcoming Taste It, Don’t Waste It! Chefs Challenge.
April 12, 2024
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Events
The legacy of Black Mountain College continues
The 12th annual {Re}HAPPENING summons the participation, performance art, and innovation that made Black Mountain College a force in the international art world.
April 12, 2024
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Travel and Outdoors
Help plant the seeds for the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s new food forest
Learn how you can participate in this exciting agroforestry project.
April 10, 2024
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Food
Local restaurant deals every day of the week
We have your go-to guide for delicious deals all week long.
April 10, 2024
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Entertainment
10 spots for the perfect picnic
It’s time to dust off the checkered picnic basket + blanket and take advantage of the fresh air.
April 9, 2024
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Culture
10 cool resources from Buncombe County Public Libraries
Buncombe County’s 13 library branches boast way more than just books.
April 8, 2024
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Events
Enjoy scenic reading time at Pages in the Parks
Stop by this free, family-friendly reading event as part of the One Book, One Buncombe countywide book club.
April 4, 2024
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Culture
Where to play pickleball in Asheville
Relish a challenge? Show off your swing at these local pickleball courts.
April 4, 2024
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Food
Find perfectly golden bagels at these 8 spots in Asheville
For when you knead to know where to get the perfect breakfast.
April 2, 2024
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A map of the US showing the paths of totality for the 2023 and 2024 Total Solar Ecplipses, with description text by NASA. The yellow 2023 line crosses from Oregon through Texas, while the blue 2024 line crosses up from Texas through Maine.
Events
Solar eclipse events in Asheville
While we may not be in the path of totality, Ashevillians will still see ~87% coverage during the upcoming solar eclipse.
March 29, 2024
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City
Changes to parking fees will roll into downtown Asheville this July
Asheville City Council unanimously approved changes to fees for metered street parking and parking garages.
March 27, 2024
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Culture
Where to make spring cleaning donations in Asheville
Don’t just throw it all away — give your old clothing, furniture, and miscellaneous items a second life at one of these donation sites.
March 27, 2024
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AVLFest
Festivals
Get a first look at the lineup for this year’s AVLFest
Find out which artists you’ll be movin’ and groovin’ with this August.
March 22, 2024
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History
The history of Sanders Court and Café in Asheville
Learn about one of the world’s largest food chains beginnings in the Land of the Sky.
March 19, 2024
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Food
Gear up for AVL Food Series’ Burger Bliss food fest
From classic cheeseburgers to gourmet chili cheese dip burgers, this food fest is a paradise for burger enthusiasts.
March 19, 2024
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