Ken Hanke: A childhood friend remembers July 25, 2016July 23, 2016 by Xpress Contributor By Marion Thullbery I grew up with Ken Hanke. He was my best friend in elementary school, and we remained good friends all through high school and into our college and young adult years. During that time, we watched movies — all kinds of movies.
2016 Mountain State Fair cooking contest deadline is drawing near July 23, 2016 by Liisa Andreassen Although the N.C. Mountain State Fair happens in September, registration for its various culinary competitions closes on Friday, July 29.
Letter writer: Safety is first concern at Shindig July 23, 2016 by Letters “This wonderful freestyle dancing area is huge. It doesn’t disrupt the bands, nor the audience. And it keeps our audience safe, out of harm’s way.”
Letter writer: Shindig on the Green calls for dancing July 23, 2016 by Letters “Once again, great music [at Shindig on the Green], but [I’m] disappointed by continued opposition to audience dancing.”
Indie 500 Flash Fiction Contest winners announced July 25, 2016July 23, 2016 by Alli Marshall The winning stories will be published in the August 24 and 31 issues of Xpress.
30 Days Out: a look at upcoming concerts July 23, 2016 by Bill Kopp This week’s suggestions are all free shows. Check out Chuck Brodsky, Tin Foil Hat, Dana Massive and the Justina Shandler Trio.
