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The City of Asheville announces Emily Provance as Human Resources Director

Posted on August 21, 2024 by Jessica Hughes

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Festival of Neighborhoods brings community connection and family fun to Asheville on September 14

Posted on August 21, 2024 by Kim Miller

Join us for the Festival of Neighborhood! The fun, free event - a chance for community members to connect - kicks off Saturday, September 14, from 11 a.m.

City of Asheville Broadway Public Safety Station awarded LEED Gold

Posted on August 21, 2024 by Kim Miller

Broadway Public Safety Station awarded LEED certification GOLD!

Slide, swing and soar at Carrier Park’s new playground

Posted on August 20, 2024 by Christy Edwards

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LaTonya McDowell wearing dark red Asheville Parks & Recreation polo shirt

APR Innovators: LaTanya McDowell

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Christy Edwards

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The City of Asheville seeks volunteers for bike and pedestrian data collection

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Kim Miller

Help determine how Greenways and bike use looks like in Asheville's future. Volunteer for the bike and pedestrian count and the greenway user survey collection.

Park Views: Weaver Park

Posted on August 17, 2024 by Christo Bubenik

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Inaugural Golf Tournament raises more than $15,000 for Eblen Charities Water Assistance Program

Posted on August 16, 2024 by Christy Edwards

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Tourists President Brian DeWine in studio with Sam Parada and Jade Dundas

What’s Up AVL! This week hear more about upcoming renovations at McCormick Field with Asheville Tourists President Brian DeWine

Posted on August 15, 2024 by Kim Miller

What's Up AVL! goes to the ballpark! Hear from Asheville Tourists President Brian DeWine and Capital Management Director Jade Dundas as the partners get ready for next month's ground breaking at McCormick Field

people enjoying cookout at Malvern HIlls Park

Park Views: Malvern Hills Park

Posted on August 15, 2024 by Christo Bubenik

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Asheville Police Department prioritizes public safety for Trump campaign event

Posted on August 12, 2024 by Jessica Hughes

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The Progress Report: August 9, 2024

Posted on August 8, 2024 by Kim Miller

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Asheville Asks: How does Stormwater Services prepare for heavy rain?

Posted on August 8, 2024 by Kim Miller

How do our Stormwater crews prepare the city for seasonal storms or heavier weather front related rains? Learn more

Overnight street closure in downtown Patton Avenue area scheduled for August 19-20, 2024

Posted on August 8, 2024 by Jessica Hughes

As the three lane closure on Patton Avenue is expected wraps up August 14, a portion of Patton Avenue and connecting streets will be closed the night of August 14 and August 15 from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. to allow for continued Stormwater works.