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Category: Helene

Intercity bus service resumes after Tropical Storm Helene

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Jessica Hughes

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 Greyhound under contract with NCDOT’s Integrated Mobility Division. Beginning Aug. 1, Greyhound will pick up and drop off passengers on Ashland Avenue outside of the downtown Asheville Rides Transit (ART) Transit Station. The new arrangement is the result of months of coordination with the NCDOT’s Integrated Mobility Division and Asheville.

What’s Up AVL! This week the City of Asheville talks CDBG-DR latest

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Kim Miller

On this week’s episode, host Sam Parada brings back regular guest James Shelton, Community Development Division Manager for the City's Economic & Community Development Department. James discusses updates on CDBG-DR and areas where the City is preparing to use the funds on recovery-related projects.

Comebacks, Recovery, and the Path to Exciting New Adventures: Asheville Parks & Recreation shares recovery updates

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Christy Edwards

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Riverside Cemetery final debris removal work set to begin Monday, July 21, park hours adjusted

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Kim Miller

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 Friday, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., during this phase of the project.

What’s Up AVL! This week the City of Asheville talks community opportunity through the TAP program

Posted on July 17, 2025 by Kim Miller

Listen in on how community organizations and volunteers can take advange of the TAP to further help our community recovery from Tropical Storm Helene

New Remembrance Video captures the story of recovery for Asheville Parks after Hurricane Helene

Posted on July 14, 2025 by Christy Edwards

In the video, you’ll hear directly from Al Kopf, Asheville Parks & Recreation Landscape Architect, who was on-site in the immediate aftermath of the storm. You’ll also see comparative footage illustrating our significant progress.

City of Asheville to Host ULI Advisory Services Panel on post-disaster recovery and resiliency

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Meredith Friedheim

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 panel, composed of national real estate and land use experts, will be in Asheville for a week-long intensive study.

Mid-year momentum: 2025 infrastructure progress + future outlook

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Meredith Friedheim

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ART bus routes to resume normal service July 1

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Kim Miller

More Helene recovery: All transit routes will be active again starting July 1. Some schedule changes may be necessary due to staffing, so pease make use of iRide emails notifications to get updates.

City of Asheville opens temporary dog park at Riverbend Park with support from HCA Healthcare’s Mission Health

Posted on June 24, 2025 by Christy Edwards

As we move forward on our community's Helene recovery efforts, we have not forgotten our four legged friends.

Asheville City Council adopts FY2026 budget

Posted on June 11, 2025 by Christy Edwards

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 based on council priorities, community feedback, and staff contributions. The approval vote occurred during the Council's meeting on June 10.

City of Asheville Water Resources Department breaks ground on Mills River Water Treatment Plant Rehabilitation and Upgrades – Phase 2

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Kim Miller

The City of Asheville water Resources Department breaks ground on phase 2 of a project at the Mills River Water Treatment Plant that will bring techincal updates and greater storage capacity to the plant, and increase resiliency for our overall water system.

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