The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) has completed waterway debris removal operations within Asheville city limits. This milestone marks the removal of debris that posed an immediate threat to
The week of July 27 was busy for City of Asheville staff and community members as they met with national experts in economics, land use, and sustainability, who were in
The N.C. Department of Transportation is resuming intercity bus service in downtown Asheville nearly a year after it was suspended due to Hurricane Helene. The service will be operated by
What’s Up AVL! The City of Asheville’s bi-monthly radio show allows the community to take a deep dive with the City of Asheville staff and departments. You can learn about
Asheville Parks & Recreation Director D. Tyrell McGirt shares this update on parks recovery. As we welcome August, I am filled with gratitude for the resilience and mountain spirit that
The City of Asheville is moving forward with restoration efforts at Riverside Cemetery, with debris removal work scheduled to begin Monday, July 21. Crews will be on site Monday through
What’s Up AVL! The City of Asheville’s bi-monthly radio show allows the community to take a deep dive with the City of Asheville staff and departments. You can learn about
When Hurricane Helene swept through Asheville, it left a powerful mark on our community—including our riverfront parks and facilities. Greenways were washed out, playgrounds were torn apart, buildings were destroyed,
The City of Asheville will host an Advisory Services Panel from the Urban Land Institute (ULI) to provide recommendations on strategies for post-disaster economic recovery and long-term resiliency. The ULI
Asheville City Council unanimously approved the $256.36 million budget for the fiscal year 2026 at their regular meeting on June 10. The spending plan includes a robust Capital Improvement Plan
The City of Asheville is pleased to announce that Asheville Rides Transit (ART) bus service will begin ramping back up to full service starting July 1, 2025. Routes previously suspended
The City of Asheville and HCA Healthcare’s Mission Health have come together to fulfill their shared commitment of supporting the community with the opening of a temporary dog park in
Asheville City Council has approved a $256.36 million budget for the fiscal year 2026 (July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026). This budget, reflecting long-term strategies and priorities, was developed
City of Asheville Water Resources Department Assistant Director Leslie Carreiro and Mayor Esther Manheimer joined City Leadership May 23 in breaking ground on Phase 2 of the Rehabilitation and Upgrade
The City of Asheville is committed to ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all visitors to parks and public spaces damaged by Tropical Storm Helene and thanks the community