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Molly Wilson

City Editor

Molly Wilson lives in Asheville, NC and started with AVLtoday in July 2023. Molly has taught high school English, managed a magazine, and edited for the federal government. She spends her downtime hiking with her dog, wandering thrift stores, and slowly making her way through an unreasonably large book collection.

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Festivals
The inaugural AVLFest is ready to take over
The festival will be four days of unforgettable shows for music lovers all over the region.
July 28, 2023
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City
Understanding the Missing Middle Housing Study
This City of Asheville study hopes to promote and identify barriers to diversified housing.
July 26, 2023
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Culture
Looking for love at Blind Date Live
You might just find your soulmate in front of a live audience.
July 24, 2023
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Travel and Outdoors
Sights on the skies with summer stargazing
Join local astronomers or head to area observatories for a new view of the night sky.
July 24, 2023
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Culture
Honor Appalachian heritage at the Mountain Dance and Folk Festival
Celebrate the culture of the mountains with the help of the Folk Heritage Committee.
July 18, 2023
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Education
ArtsAVL Arts for Schools Grant is now open for applications
This year’s grants will go directly to nonprofit arts organizations and teaching artists.
July 18, 2023
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The TODAY show crew films an exam of an injured hawk at the Appalachian Wildlife Refuge.
Culture
Appalachian Wildlife Refuge will appear on the TODAY show
The local nonprofit will get some national attention for their efforts in protecting local wildlife.
July 17, 2023
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Arts
“Memory Quilt” takes up summer residency at Story Parlor
The summer 2023 Story/Arts Residency will feature Shunyu Huang weaving the senses through Asheville’s shared stories and art.
July 11, 2023
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