
President Barack Obama Speaks in Virginia
Rally in Norfolk just days before Election Day.


Hurricane Melissa Impacts
Chaos in the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, and Cuba.

Jamaica Devastated by Hurricane Melissa
Storm of the century devastates Jamaica’s infrastructures, homes.


Cracks Grow in MAGA Coalition
Republican majorities in Congress are facing growing criticism.

Mass Moral Fusion Campaign to Confront Extreme Gerrymandering
Bishop William J. Barber II to Challenge Unjust Redistricting in NC.

WCU Cherokee Center 50th Anniversary
Attend the open house and reception on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.

Millions Turn Out for ‘No Kings’ Protests Against Trump Tyranny
Democracy defenders around the world showed up to declare that power belongs to the people.

No Kings 2 Protests in NC
Americans show the world what democracy looks like.

Post Helene Stories from Asheville’s Neighborhoods
Individuals reflect on the days and weeks after the storm.

Apply to Serve on a Helene Recovery Board
City of Asheville seeks applications for temporary Helene Recovery Boards.

Governor Stein Responds to Legislative Efforts to Manipulate Maps
Voters should choose their representatives, not the other way around.

NC Black Legislative Caucus Holds Listening Session at YMI
Residents, community leaders, activists, and church elders shared their thoughts on local and national issues.

New Film on Asheville’s Urban Renewal
Screening takes place Saturday, October 18, 2025 at the YMI Cultural Center.

The World Premier of Juked
Different Strokes! Performing Arts Collective presents a bold, blues-infused retelling of Sophocles’s Electra.

Masterworks 2: Convergence
Asheville Symphony presents programs in celebration of Black Mountain College’s legacy.

ART Operational Analysis Survey
ART ridership has decreased even as the city continues to grow.


Threatening Letter Sent to Durham Police Chief
Investigators tracking down who sent the letter to Police Chief Patrice Andrews.

Former NC GOP Head Appointed NC “Election Integrity” Official
Dallas Woodhouse opposed “Souls to the Polls” and Bishop William Barber’s Moral Monday demonstrations.

Mayor Blakely Announces Re-Election Candidacy
Blakely was elected to represent District 2 in Fletcher in 2019, and two years later was elected…

Walking a Convoluted Legislative Path
While the federal government is shut down, maybe we should all take a little time to study…

HBCU Living Legend Nian Avery
Honored for excellence in entrepreneurship and community impact.

Asheville City Schools All-Class Reunion
We can’t wait to see you back on campus!


Dr. Stanley Gordon: Once a Cougar, Always a Cougar
Asheville High School class of 1973.

25th Anniversary of the Shiloh Community Association
A week of community, connection, and celebration.

Learn Digital Literacy Skills Online
Need a Device? Register to pass a free assessment.

Facing our History
The Wilma Dykeman Legacy invites you to a special program on Thursday, November 6, 2025, from 7-8:30…



Environmental Services Aide Nohemi Ramirez Robledo
Teammate of the Month for UNC Health Pardee.



I Never Thought of It That Way
How to have fearlessly curious conversations in dangerously divided times.
