Tag: local news

Your Complete List of COVID-19 Business Support

Our local businesses have been hit hard by the economic effects of the lockdown to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Now, more than ever, we believe it is important to support local, independent businesses. To that end, we have compiled a comprehensive list of federal, state, and local resources in place to support businesses and… Read more »

17 Solar Eclipse Celebrations in Asheville and across WNC

Forty-eight years ago, a nation collectively huddled around their television sets to witness three men make one giant leap for mankind. In less than two weeks, the nation will again come together. This time, however, we will not be staring at screens, but will be in the grass, on the sidewalks, in our back yards,… Read more »

Will the Brunch Bill Come to Beer City?

The Sabbath is getting a little bit boozier for many across the state. On June 30, 2017, Governor Roy Cooper signed a bill that quickly became known as the “Brunch Bill.” Among its several provisions, the legislation allows businesses, including grocery stores, restaurants, and bars, to begin serving alcohol at 10:00am on Sunday instead of… Read more »

2 New Chipotle Locations Coming Soon to Asheville

Asheville is a city of quality independent restaurants and a locally-focused spirit that cannot be broken by any national franchise…except perhaps Chipotle Mexican Grill. Founded in Colorado in 1993, Chipotle quickly grew into an international chain of more than 2,000 locations with a staff of more than 45,000 employees. But when in 2012, when Asheville… Read more »

Being a Landlord, Not as Hard as You Think…

Great Time For Real Estate Investing You’ve probably heard or read that now is a great time to invest in real estate.  Prices are down (!), interest rates are low (!), but you hesitate.  It sounds too good to be true and you’ve been burned before.  Remember the dot-com bubble?  Yet, your interest is piqued… Read more »