What’s Up AVL! This week we talk to the Resource Engagement Support Team or REST members
Learn more about the valuable service our REST team members provide in our community
Community Invited to Celebrate New Stephens-Lee Community Center Playground at Ribbon Cutting
Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) invites community members to a special ribbon cutting ceremony for the recently installed playground at Stephens-Lee Community Center on Thursday, January 15, at 4 p.m.
City of Asheville December & January holiday closings and service impacts
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Helping local firefighters help you: Emergency access to your home
Asheville firefighters are trained to act quickly and decisively to protect lives and property during emergencies. Have you ever wondered what Asheville firefighters do if they are called to your home for an emergency?
City Council takes action on Helene Recovery items at December 9 Council Meeting
Recordings of all City Council meetings are available on the City of Asheville YouTube channel
Asheville City Council names DK Wesley as new City Manager
City Council names DK Wesley as new City Manager
What’s Up AVL! this week with Homeless Strategy Specialist Sydney Monshaw
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Controlled burn planned for early December near Aston Park
UPDATE December 2 at 9:30 a.m.: A controlled burn planned near Aston Park for Wednesday, December 3, 2025, has been postponed. A new date has not been determined, but the Asheville Fire Department will alert the media, surrounding residents, and businesses within 48 hours of the new date via AVL Alerts.
Asheville City Manager announces Interim Police Chief
New Interim Chief named for Asheville Police Department
City of Asheville offices close Nov. 27 & 28 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday
City offices will be closed to oberve the Thanksgiving Holiday. The City wishes all in our community a safe and festive holiday.
World GIS Day: Celebrating the Power of Mapping in Asheville
November 19, 2025 is GIS Day, where folks around the world celebrate geographic data and technology. GIS, or Geographic Information Systems, are systems that collect, store, analyze, manage, and present spatial data, or data based on location. This year, the City of Asheville is celebrating by highlighting several interesting and innovative projects that are great examples of using GIS to help our community.
City Council takes action on Helene Recovery items at November 18 Council Meeting
Recordings of all City Council meetings are available on the City of Asheville YouTube channel