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Burial Beer’s Forestry Camp Opens Sept 27 2019

September 23, 2019 Comments Off on Burial Beer’s Forestry Camp Opens Sept 27 2019

Burial Beer Co. is nearing completion of the largest, local restoration projects on their two-acre property in South Asheville. The historic structure, built in the early 1900’s by members of the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC), has been restored to use once again as a two-story bar and restaurant featuring an open mezzanine, roof top and outdoor areas, downstairs bar and communal hall, and full-service, seated upstairs dining room. Forestry Camp Bar & Restaurant will open its doors to the public Friday, September 27th at 5pm.

The $650m Expansion of Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort

November 16, 2017 Comments Off on The $650m Expansion of Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort

Set on the Qualla Boundary of Cherokee is the Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort, one of only two casinos in North Carolina. Open since 1997, the Cherokee has become a leading gambling hub for the state since opening with only video poker for their guests to play some 20 years ago.

Riverlink Seeks to “Name That Creek” in Kenilworth

August 30, 2016 Comments Off on Riverlink Seeks to “Name That Creek” in Kenilworth

RiverLink seeks to "Name That Creek" in the Kenilworth neighborhood

With the help of the City of Asheville and the Kenilworth Residents' Association (KRA), RiverLink's Name That Creek pro

Celebrating 100 Years of State and National Parks in WNC

August 27, 2016 Comments Off on Celebrating 100 Years of State and National Parks in WNC

Western North Carolina’s natural beauty has drawn visitors and residents to our area for centuries, so it’s no surprise that some of the very first state and national parks were established right here. Today, our region is surrounded by protected parklands, which are visited by millions of people each year and provide a stunning backdrop for our cities and towns.

7 Things For Couples In Asheville To Do

August 8, 2016 Comments Off on 7 Things For Couples In Asheville To Do

“A couple who vacations together, stays together."

Bold Rock Hard Cider Unveils New Packaging and Bottle Design

January 18, 2016 Comments Off on Bold Rock Hard Cider Unveils New Packaging and Bottle Design

Bold Rock Hard Cider has unveiled the new packaging and bottle design for its full line-up of award-winning hard cider styles. The refreshed look comes as Bold Rock enters its fourth year making craft cider with apples locally picked in the Blue Ridge Mountains and continues to expand its reach throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast. In addition to Bold Rock’s flagship Virginia-based Cider Barn, which features a public taproom, the company recently opened a second production facility and taproom in Mills River, North Carolina, and the regional craft cidery’s variety of hard cider styles can now be found in nine states from Pennsylvania through South Carolina.

Asheville Outdoor Center Hosts Sunset River Arts Festival to Benefit WNC Advocacy League

May 20, 2015 Comments Off on Asheville Outdoor Center Hosts Sunset River Arts Festival to Benefit WNC Advocacy League

In the middle of April planning began for a series of events to be held at the Asheville Outdoor Center to benefit WNC Advocacy League. The owners and staff of Asheville Outdoor Center have a deep passion and appreciation for the local arts movement, and were hoping to find a way to celebrate and promote that. They just happened to reach out at the right moment to the founder of WNC Advocacy League who is equally passionate and motivated. Together they are bringing the area the First Annual Asheville Sunset Arts Festival to be held on June 20th, 2015, from 4pm to 10pm at the Asheville Outdoor Center, right on the river at 521 Amboy Rd. Asheville.

Duke Energy Foundation Awards $100,000 Grant to Catawba River Watersheds

April 11, 2015 Comments Off on Duke Energy Foundation Awards $100,000 Grant to Catawba River Watersheds

Duke Energy Foundation awards Foothills Conservancy $100,000 to protect critical Catawba River watersheds in the South Mountains

Frugal Backpacker Opens in Westgate

November 3, 2014 Comments Off on Frugal Backpacker Opens in Westgate

Frugal Backpacker has officially relocated to the Westgate Shopping Center and reopens this Friday, November 7th. The retail outfitter will host a Grand Opening event for the public on the following Friday, November 14th.

Diamond Brand to Host Groundbreaking for New South Asheville Store

September 17, 2014 Comments Off on Diamond Brand to Host Groundbreaking for New South Asheville Store

Diamond Brand, Asheville’s oldest outdoor gear shop, will celebrate its upcoming new retail store at Parkway Centre, at a festive groundbreaking event on September 25 from 4:00 – 6:30 p.m on 1378 Hendersonville Road, Suite J, next door to the Blue Ridge Parkway, The Fresh Market and Liberty Bicycles. The public is invited to attend. The event is an opportunity for Diamond Brand’s devoted shoppers and newcomers to get acquainted with the new store location, while enjoying music, refreshments and special giveaway items.

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RiverLink seeks to "Name That Creek" in the Kenilworth neighborhood