Buncombe Commissioners hear $7.2 million in nonprofit grant requests February 16, 2016 by Hayley Benton The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners heard funding requests from 48 local nonprofits at its Tuesday, Feb. 16 budget workshop — a part of the county’s community funding program.
Dawn of the oak age: Local wineries and breweries collaborate on barrel programs February 16, 2016 by Scott Douglas and Edwin Arnaudin The first story in a two-part series on the use of barrels in the Asheville-area beer industry.
Red Ginger brings dim sum to Asheville February 16, 2016 by Krista L. White Authentic dim sum comes to downtown Asheville just in time for the Chinese New Year as Red Ginger makes its debut this month.
Letter writer: Beach-Ferrara’s listening skills will serve her as commissioner February 16, 2016 by Letters “She has a strong background in working with underserved communities, and we believe this needs to be strengthened with the commissioners.”
Smart bets: The National Arts & Crafts Conference February 16, 2016 by Kat McReynolds The 27th annual event is at The Grove Park Inn, with antiques, contemporary art and book shows open to the public, Feb. 19-21.
