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National Recreation and Park Association gives high marks to Go! Guiding Others Program

Posted on August 14, 2025 by Christy Edwards

National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) recently conducted a monitoring site visit with Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR) and the findings highlight outstanding work being done by the local team behind the Go! Guiding Others youth mentoring program made possible by a grant from the national organization. The visit allowed NRPA to learn more about the program, assess management, and gather qualitative data on its community impact.

Urban Land Institute Advisory Services Panel Wrap-up with recommendations for Asheville’s recovery

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Kim Miller

ULI's 9-member panel spent five days in Asheville, touring the city's hardest-hit areas, speaking with leaders from local business, neighborhood, and government organizations. Their research observations and recommendations culminate Friday, august 1 into a two-hour presentation to the community and City leaders.

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.

Host Sam Parada in studio with Businerss Inclusion Manager Marcus Kirkman

What’s Up AVL! This week Marcus Kirkman talks about contracting opportunities post Helene

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Kim Miller

Hear stories of local businesses now contracting with City of Asheville partners post Tropical Storm Helene. Many of these local small business owners faced hard times in the aftermath of the storm. Working with City staff, opportunities were identified as to how these businesses could pivot to work within the Helene recovery efforts. For many, it was a lifeline in hard times - an opportunity to help their community - and for some, a chance to continue to provide employment for their staff and other community members.

City of Asheville releases CDBG-DR Draft Action Plan, invites public to provide feedback through public comment

Posted on March 4, 2025 by Sam Parada

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City of Asheville spotlights Black heritage and achievement in February

Posted on January 24, 2025 by Christy Edwards

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Councilmembers sworn into office

Posted on December 2, 2024 by Kim Miller

Re elected and new council members take their oath today.

City of Asheville hosts career fair on September 26

Posted on September 16, 2024 by Kim Miller

Come learn about the benefits of a local government career and opportunities currently available with the City of Asheville! MLK Jr Park September 26

City of Asheville Event Support Program accepting 2025 applications now through October 14

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Kim Miller

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A playground for all: In the sandbox with Murphy-Oakley Community Center’s inclusive playground designer Rebecca Cipriano

Posted on June 18, 2024 by Meredith Friedheim

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Asheville Business Inclusion community outreach and networking event June 29

Posted on June 11, 2024 by Kim Miller

Growing a Minority/Women-owned business? Come to the Business Inclusion event June 29th and learn more about working with the City of Asheville - and take advantage of great networking opportunities

Local MLK Association and City of Asheville announce 2024 Juneteenth Celebration June 17-21

Posted on June 11, 2024 by Christy Edwards

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What’s Up AVL! This week learn more about Business Inclusion and Economic Development with Marcus Kirkman and Charlie Savage

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Kim Miller

On this episode of What’s Up Asheville host Sam Parada interviews Minority Business Program Manager Marcus Kirkman and Economic Development Specialist Charlie Savage. The group talks goals and programs of the Business Inclusion Office and community opportunities fostered by our Economic Development Team.

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National Recreation and Park Association gives high marks to Go! Guiding Others Program

Urban Land Institute Advisory Services Panel Wrap-up with recommendations for Asheville’s recovery

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

What’s Up AVL! This week Marcus Kirkman talks about contracting opportunities post Helene

City of Asheville releases CDBG-DR Draft Action Plan, invites public to provide feedback through public comment

City of Asheville spotlights Black heritage and achievement in February

Councilmembers sworn into office

City of Asheville hosts career fair on September 26

City of Asheville Event Support Program accepting 2025 applications now through October 14

A playground for all: In the sandbox with Murphy-Oakley Community Center’s inclusive playground designer Rebecca Cipriano

Asheville Business Inclusion community outreach and networking event June 29

Local MLK Association and City of Asheville announce 2024 Juneteenth Celebration June 17-21

What’s Up AVL! This week learn more about Business Inclusion and Economic Development with Marcus Kirkman and Charlie Savage

Asheville Parks & Recreation celebrates grand opening of city’s first all-abilities playground on June 25

The City of Asheville allocates over $4.8 million to affordable housing projects via the Housing Trust Fund

City of Asheville approves fourth round of Strategic Partnership Grant awards

City of Asheville launches O.U.R. Asheville – A Community Engagement Leadership Academy