City program offers ‘carrot’ to hotel developers

Since 2021, 13 hotel projects have gone through the by-right process, with 11 committing more than $2.7 million toward city priorities, according to a newly released City of Asheville public dashboard.

Some businesses want cash, others only accept credit cards

A few Asheville businesses are riding a national wave of not accepting cash. Others say credit cards are a hassle and only accept paper money. We take a look at the pros and cons of each policy.

County Commission candidates make pitches at CIBO forum

Candidates talk about spending, support for education and what regulating short-term rentals should look like.

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