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Grace Powers

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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
Where to find bubble tea in Asheville
Boba tea, bubble tea, or pearl milk tea — this creamy and chewy treat goes by several names, but it’s always delicious.
August 4, 2023
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NOC rafting
Travel and Outdoors
Head back to your childhood roots at this adults-only summer camp
You’re never too old for s’mores and campfire songs.
August 2, 2023
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School supplies
Education
Help local teachers stock their classrooms with school supplies
We want to show our support for local teachers by highlighting school supplies wishlists for educators across Asheville.
August 2, 2023
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Events
Plan ahead for August in Asheville
We’ve rounded up 20 events to help you fill the end of summer with some fun.
July 31, 2023
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Travel and Outdoors
How the Biltmore is turning scraps to sustenance with its new composting program
The program that began in May is already churning out over 25 tons of finished compost.
July 27, 2023
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Local comedian Cody Hughes
Entertainment
Where to see and participate in stand-up comedy in Asheville
Enjoy a laugh or get up on stage at these local spots for stand-up comedy.
July 25, 2023
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High level view of Pack Square Park
Give your feedback on the Pack Square Plaza Vision draft plan
Share your thoughts online through the City’s engagement hub or at one of the upcoming public sessions.
July 20, 2023
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AI depiction of the Biltmore Estate if Barbie were the owner
Culture
We asked AI what a Barbie Dreamhouse would look like in Asheville
In celebration of “Barbie” hitting the big screen on Friday, July 21, we decided to ask AI what a Barbie Dreamhouse would look like if it were built in Asheville.
July 20, 2023
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Geocaching
Entertainment
Exploring Asheville through Geocaching
Join the world’s largest treasure hunt, and see Asheville in a whole new way.
July 17, 2023
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Culture
How to reduce your use of single-use plastic
You’ve already bought the tote bags. Now what?
July 14, 2023
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Culture
Austin, Portland, Asheville: Which city is the weirdest?
All three cities have adopted the slogan “Keep Austin/Portland/Asheville Weird.” We crossed state lines to explore the quirky characteristics of each place.
July 13, 2023
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Culture
Asheville, Austin, Portland: Which city is the weirdest?
All three cities have adopted the slogan “Keep Asheville/Austin/Portland Weird.” We crossed state lines to explore the quirky characteristics of each place.
July 13, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
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Culture
Austin, Portland, Asheville: Which city is the weirdest?
All three cities have adopted the slogan “Keep Austin/Portland/Asheville Weird.” We crossed state lines to explore the quirky characteristics of each place.
July 13, 2023
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Riders competing in Gran Fondo Asheville.
Festivals
Gear up for Asheville Bike Fest
Enjoy a cycle-centric day of activities with food trucks and local beer on-site at Asheville Bike Fest.
July 10, 2023
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Asheville at dusk
Entertainment
Asheville’s 2023 summer bucket list
Check off these 15 items on our bucket list for a summer that’s jam-packed with entertaining experiences.
July 3, 2023
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A display of ceramic letters spelling out "Hello Big Crafty."
Festivals
Celebrate local artists at The Big Crafty
Peruse pottery, paintings, and glassworks galore at The Big Crafty, showcasing Asheville’s creative spirit.
June 30, 2023
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Fireworks display over Asheville.
Travel and Outdoors
Where to watch fireworks on the Fourth of July
End your Fourth of July celebrations with a bang.
June 27, 2023
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Gov. Roy Cooper singing Senate Bill 347 into law.
Sports
Sports betting apps are now legal in NC
Gov. Roy Cooper signed House Bill 347, aka the Sports Wagering Bill, into law — making sports betting apps legal throughout North Carolina.
June 23, 2023
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Travel and Outdoors
A series of earthquakes shake WNC
UNCA lecturer Dr. Casey King shares a theory as to why the earthquakes are happening.
June 22, 2023
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Education
Buncombe County commissioners aim to increase teacher pay
The pay bump would come from a 1 cent property tax increase per $100 of assessed value.
June 21, 2023
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Malcolm's Mountain
Arts
Asheville is the main site of feature film “Malcolm’s Mountain”
“Malcolm’s Mountain” highlights the Asheville area with a story of grief and friendship.
June 16, 2023
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Poppy handcrafted popcorn on shelves at Ingles Markets
Small Business
Inside Poppy’s $4.3 million expansion plan
Popcorn fans rejoice: A flagship store is heading to the South Slope.
June 14, 2023
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Governor Roy Cooper signs HB347 during a ceremony at Spectrum Center.
Government
Sports betting apps are now legal in NC
Governor Cooper says the bill will benefit NC’s economy “for generations to come.”
June 14, 2023
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Gov. Roy Cooper singing Senate Bill 347 into law.
Sports
Sports betting apps are now legal in NC
Gov. Roy Cooper signed House Bill 347, AKA the Sports Wagering Bill, into law making sports betting apps legal throughout NC.
June 14, 2023
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Cat George
Pack Square Park
Festivals
Commemorating Juneteenth in Asheville
A week of events hosted by MLK Asheville honors the history of Juneteenth.
June 12, 2023
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NewSong 2023 competition winners, AC Sapphire.
Arts
Citizen Vinyl presents the 22nd Annual NewSong Music Competition
One of the world’s most popular songwriting competitions puts Asheville in the spotlight.
June 12, 2023
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Dancers at Hola Asheville festival.
Festivals
Celebrate Latin American culture at Hola Asheville
Get ready to eat, shop, move, and groove as you experience the culture of Latin America at the annual Hola Asheville festival.
June 8, 2023
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Clay Day activities
Arts
Play with clay at the Folk Art Center’s annual Clay Day
See demonstrations from ceramic and clay artists that are totally kiln it.
June 8, 2023
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Rabbit Rabbit music venue
Arts
Buncombe County’s creative economy bounces back
Job growth and industry sales have reached their highest levels since before the pandemic.
June 6, 2023
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Min Xiao-Fen and River Guerguerian
Arts
Hear original scores from Min Xiao-Fen at this silent film screening
She’ll be joined by percussionist River Guerguerian.
June 6, 2023
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