City of Asheville announces appointment of new City Clerk, Jodilynn Byrd
City of Asheville welcome new City Clerk
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: October 27, 2026
All City Council sessions are open to the public and residents are encouraged to attend. Can't come in person? Live streams and recordings of every City Council session is available on the City's YouTube channel.
The WNC Nature Center maintains prestigious Zoos and Aquarium accreditation
Our team at the Nature Center does it again! Recognized for the sixth time through accreditation for the gold standards in animal care, veterinary programs, conservation, education, safety and many other areas staff sets for our animals and facility.
City of Asheville announces Jackie Stepp to serve as Police Chief
Veteran Asheville Police Officer Jackie Stepp named new Police Chief
City of Asheville Announces Upcoming Update to the Asheville App
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City of Asheville announces retirement of Finance and Management Services Director Tony McDowell in December
City of Asheville extends it's appreciation for nearly 30 years of service to the community as Finance Director Tony McDowell announces his retirement at the end of the year.
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: September 8, 2026
At the September 8 meeting, City Council will consider both Helene recovery and non-recovery related items, including continued investment in our community’s youth through the CAYLA program, and continued Helene recovery funding going to both critical infrastructure, like a temporary bridge at Gashes Creek, and other community assets. All City Council sessions are open to the public and live streams are available on the City's YouTube channel.
City Hall will be closed Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day
City offices will be closed Monday, september 7 to observe the Labor Day holiday. Find out more on any City provided services you may use.
Asheville Fire Department seeks applicants for Explorer Program
Applications are now open for the Asheville Fire Department’s Explorer Post 77, a mentorship and training program for youth ages 14 to 18.
Community invited to attend rescheduled Historic Preservation and Affordable Housing lunch and learn
Community members are invited to learn more about perserving our history, and how that helps affordable housing efforts in our City. Join us Friday, August 14 11:30AM @the YMI
AFD invites community members to the 15th Annual Captain Jeff Bowen Remembrance Ceremony
Community members are invited to honor one of Asheville's fallen heroes and pay tribute to the men and women who sserve our community every day.
Asheville City Council approves amended property tax rate in response to recently adopted North Carolina legislation
Asheville City Council take action to address the revenue imbalance created by the North Carolina Senate Bill 889.