Author: Runda Alamour
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› Read more: Typhoon Noodle in Asheville, NCTyphoon Noodle in Asheville, NC
I used to drive by many tempting stops on Hendersonville Road every day twice a day on my way to…
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› Read more: 02/18/2026 Opening the Stacks: Black Libraries and the Struggle for Access in Buncombe County (Lecture)02/18/2026 Opening the Stacks: Black Libraries and the Struggle for Access in Buncombe County (Lecture)
On February 18th, the Swannanoa Valley Museum is hosting public historian and guest lecturer Catherine Amos to “discuss the complicated…
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› Read more: 02/22/2026 Hike with Kids SAHC’s Bull Creek Preserve at Warren Wilson College02/22/2026 Hike with Kids SAHC’s Bull Creek Preserve at Warren Wilson College
Have you heard of the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy’s (SAHC) Winter Hiking Challenge? Participants have a goal of hiking 60…
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› Read more: Safe Shelter in Cold Weather – BuncombeSafe Shelter in Cold Weather – Buncombe
The weather in Buncombe County has been incredibly cold and back to back weekends of ice and snow create even…
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› Read more: The Rite Buy – Swannanoa’s Inspiring GroceryThe Rite Buy – Swannanoa’s Inspiring Grocery
The Rite Buy is Swannanoa is a local grocery store opened in the wake of Hurricane Helene to address the…
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› Read more: Winter Storm Weekend 1: Testing Preparedness MusclesWinter Storm Weekend 1: Testing Preparedness Muscles
Winter Storm Fern last weekend tested our preparedness muscles and brought more several days of no school. Read my reflections…
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› Read more: Lake Tomahawk in Black MountainLake Tomahawk in Black Mountain
Explore Lake Tomahawk in Black Mountain – walking loop, playground, mountain views, birds, and more!
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› Read more: 04/25/2026 – McDowell Literary Festival – The First Ever!04/25/2026 – McDowell Literary Festival – The First Ever!
The first ever McDowell Literary Festival is happening on April 25, 2026. Get the details here!
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› Read more: Red Lentil Soup RecipeRed Lentil Soup Recipe
To prepare for no electricity, I made red lentil soup that can be eaten hot or cold. Here’s my recipe!
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› Read more: Fired Up! Creative LoungeFired Up! Creative Lounge
Fired Up! Creative Lounge is a paint your own pottery studio in downtown Asheville. They also do classes, glass fusing,…