An Asheville couple leave their corporate jobs to make kimchi; a new coffee and baked goods purveyor opens in Black Mountain, Guajiro Cuban Comfort Food gets extended hours and location, and more.
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Letter: Ask Edwards what fiscal commission would target
“If the Fiscal Commission Act of 2023 makes it into law, it creates a way to cut the federal budget, including Medicare and Social Security, largely behind closed doors.”
Letter: Haw Creek development raises many concerns
“We hope the Council will be committed to balancing new development with improvements to maintain and enhance the Haw Creek community.”
Letter: Repair Malvern Hills pool in time for summer
“I urge the Asheville government to do the right thing and listen to the people’s request to repair the Malvern Hills pool and have it open for swim classes and recreation this coming summer.”
In defense of challenge: How tackling hard things benefits us all
“So here’s my challenge: Let’s find ways to regularly challenge ourselves in good ways and let’s encourage others around us to do the same.”
Batboy shares his experiences inside the Asheville Tourists dugout
As part of Xpress’ Kids Issue, we speak with 10th grader Houston Mashburn about his role as a batboy for the Asheville Tourists.
Letter: Council choice fails to show humanity
“Shame on the Asheville City Council for refusing to even consider a cease-fire resolution for Gaza. In the midst of a genocide, it could not muster the moral courage to simply issue a call for peace.”
Letter: City Council should not bend to threats
“I must also point out that by allowing this group to speak, the city was, in fact, already allowing their voices to be heard. However, being heard does not entail forcing agreement to their demands for action.”
Experts say adults can promote positive body image in kids
Experts emphasize that making body movement fun can keep kids interested and prevent physical activity from just being about weight loss or punishment.
TDA President Vic Isley plans to go full speed ahead in promoting tourism
BCTDA President and CEO of Explore Asheville Vic Isley says that in 2024, the TDA will stick to its four strategic imperatives that guide the organization’s decisions and planning: Delivering balanced and sustainable growth; encouraging safe and responsible travel; engaging and inviting more diverse audiences; and promoting and supporting Asheville’s creative spirit.
Council to set legislative priorities ahead of NC short session
According to a city presentation, the 2024 short session begins Wednesday, April 24. New bills must be submitted by Monday, April 15, and introduced between Thursday, May 2 and Tuesday, May 7.
Class clown takes his show on the road
As part of Xpress’ Kids Issue, we speak with seventh grader Carson Coan about the Brevard Academy Comedy Club.
Theater review: ‘Witch’ at N.C. Stage Company
Witch is very loosely based on the 1621 English play The Witch of Edmonton by William Rowley, Thomas Dekker and John Ford. In Silverman’s version, none other than the Devil himself finds his way to Edmonton.
From CPP: What HCA has told feds it’s doing to fix staffing issues at Mission Hospital. Why nurses say it’s not happening.
While HCA Healthcare’s plan has some positive changes, Mission Hospital nurse Kerri Wilson said management isn’t following all of it.