November 16, 2016 – mountainx.com

Letter writer: N.C. should end capital punishment

November 16, 2016 by Letters

“North Carolina is stating a hypocrisy — we murder people who murder people to show that murder is unlawful.”

Asheville food and farm tours can brighten fall and winter days

November 16, 2016 by Jacqui Castle

Even though the weather is getting chilly, many local tour companies continue to schedule trips to Western North Carolina farms and restaurants throughout the holiday season.

Book Review: “Cripple Joe: Stories From My Daddy,” by Donald Davis

November 16, 2016 by Able Allen

Davis will visit Malaprop’s on Thursday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m. to tell stories and sign copies of his new book.

Jonathan Scales’ national tour swings through his hometown

November 16, 2016 by Bill Kopp

Scales is currently touring with a collective of esteemed musicians — the group held its first rehearsal at the beginning of this week. Scales’ current seven-date tour includes a performance at Isis Restaurant & Music Hall on Sunday, Nov. 20.

Asheville Thanksgiving events build community through food

November 16, 2016 by Emily Glaser

A few local organizations and businesses are highlighting gratitude and strengthening community this Thanksgiving through food-focused events that are open to all.

IN PHOTOS: Mavis Staples with Lyric at The Orange Peel

November 16, 2016 by Adam McMillan

The concert was part of a fundraiser event for local nonprofit MountainTrue, benefitting French Broad River conservation.

Smart bets: Songs for the Heart

November 16, 2016November 16, 2016 by Emily Glaser

The evening of music, will simultaneously celebrate the Rosser family and the release of Road to Dreamland.

Gantt, Jones and Moffitt say goodbye; Jones apologizes for Facebook post

November 16, 2016November 16, 2016 by Dan Hesse

The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners said goodbye to three of its members during its meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 15.

Beer Scout: Meet new Riverbend Malthouse CEO Scott Hickman

November 16, 2016November 16, 2016 by Scott Douglas

“You can’t grow without having a certain amount of structure,” says new Riverbend Malthouse CEO Scott Hickman. “As companies get larger, the ones that are going to be successful are going to have that, but without losing that renegade spirit that is at the heart of what the craft brew industry is about.”