April 21, 2019 – mountainx.com

News briefs: Asheville stands against racism, youths build Habitat home

April 21, 2019 by Xpress Staff

Asheville takes a stand against racism this month as the YWCA builds community among those working for racial justice and encourages awareness of the negative impact of institutional and structural racism. The city earned a place on yet another national list, this time ranking No. 14 among the best places for LGBTQ retirees. And students from four area schools celebrated the completion of the Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity home they helped to build.

Screen Scene: Local film news

April 21, 2019 by Edwin Arnaudin

The YWCA screens a documentary on immigrant prisons at the Grail and Maryedith Burrell leads a workshop on adapting one’s work for the screen.

Chris Smith takes a stand for okra diversity

April 21, 2019 by Brooke Randle

Last summer, Smith took his love for okra to new heights through his work with the Utopian Seed Project, a organization that aims to create diverse and integrated food systems. He catalogued more than 75 varieties of the vegetable, which he hopes will promote resilience against pests, disease and climate change while providing greater food security.

Conscious couples say ‘I do’ to eco-friendly weddings

April 22, 2019April 21, 2019 by Brooke Randle

With wedding season right around the corner, local wedding vendors are ramping up options for local couples.

News briefs: Asheville stands against racism, youths build Habitat home

Screen Scene: Local film news

Chris Smith takes a stand for okra diversity

Conscious couples say ‘I do’ to eco-friendly weddings

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