Headwaters can’t be Headwaters anymore

Headwaters Brewing of Waynesville was sent a cease-and-desist order earlier this month over its name. The dispute came from Victory Brewing Co. of Downington, Pa., makers of popular beers like HopDevil, Prima Pils, Golden Monkey and, you guessed it, Headwaters Pale Ale. Who was using the name first? Headwaters owner Kevin Sandefur won the Haywood … Read more

Allow the thirsty to drink

For years my wife and I have traveled to Hot Springs (flinging cash in every direction while traveling through Asheville) to soak and bring back some of its fine spring water for drinking. Imagine our surprise when we found the state of North Carolina has banned the use of this pure, healthful water which has … Read more

Call from the mountains

As an Asheville native and an environmental science major at UNC-Chapel Hill, I have always loved state parks. In fact, my choice to major in environmental science branched from the experiences I had in state parks while growing up. From mountain biking in Bent Creek, to visiting Purchase Knob to participate in ozone research, to … Read more

Xpress Valentine’s Day Contest

When you love someone, you want to shout it from the mountaintops. What better way to let the world know about the people and things you truly love than with a homemade valentine? Profess your love for your partner, your friends, your neighbors and our fair city of Asheville with Xpress' Valentine Contest. Send us … Read more

Three tips for selecting your retail property

Searching for a retail space is an exciting time for any business owner. Retail locations have unique characteristics, so careful, thoughtful selection can make or break your business. But with these three considerations taken care of, you’re well on your way to a successful retail endeavor. Location, location, location You’ve heard this old adage before, … Read more

Cranky Hanke’s Weekly Reeler January 30-February 5: Stand Up Warm Bodies

Welcome to a week in flux. Up until Monday morning we were slated for two art films and, it appeared, two mainstream titles. Then we were “Weinsteined” (I can think of no other word for their…quixotic approach to releasing movies) on one of the art titles. Now, one of the mainstream titles isn’t looking too healthy. I shall explain.

Six WNC nonprofits receive economic development grants

Six western North Carolina nonprofits are among 28 state organizations that will share $5.85 million in grants from the N.C. Community Development Initiative over the next three years aiming to spark economic growth and job creation in some of the state’s most distressed areas.

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