City of Asheville announces Municipal Golf Course certified as an Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary
Asheville Municipal Golf Course recognized by Audubon International for conservation and native planting efforts
November 2026 in Asheville: Parks & Recreation Schedule, Local Events, and Holiday Gatherings
Fill your November with Asheville Parks & Recreation's art and culture, health and wellness, and games and programs
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: October 27, 2026
All City Council sessions are open to the public and residents are encouraged to attend. Can't come in person? Live streams and recordings of every City Council session is available on the City's YouTube channel.
Asheville’s Newest Public Art is Live!
A brand-new interactive sound sculpture is officially open on the Reed Creek Greenway! Watch the video and hear the newest sound to greet greenway users
What’s Up AVL! This week’s guest, recently appointed Police Chief Jackie Stepp
Hear from newly appointed Police Chief Jackie Stepp. Chief Stepp has served the community as an Asheville police officer for more than 20 years, and brings that experience and community knowledge to her new role.
Actions and presentations at the October 13, Asheville City Council Meeting
City Council considers agenda items including: the funding of new seasonal wreaths and business support for downtown, a public hearing on Costco, and the HOME - ARP program bringing additional affordable housing to Asheville at the October 13, 2026 session.
City Council Approves $265,000 in Downtown Municipal Service District Investments
An investment of Downtown Municipal Service District (MSD) sales tax revenue brings support to downtown businesses during upcoming construction projects and replaces aging seasonal decorations.
Get in the Spooky Spirit with Costume Swap on Oct. 17
Come donate, shop (for free!) and/or volunteer at the family-friendly Costume Swap and Creative Reuse Workshop, Noon - 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Stephens-Lee Community Center.
City of Asheville announces City Council Meeting: October 13 , 2026
All City Council sessions are open to the public and live streams are available on the City's YouTube channel.
City of Asheville: Monitoring the weather and ready to act
As our neighbors to the south brace for some rough weather, City of Asheville is monitoring the impact of potential weather systems - and stands ready to serve the community
Playable Sound Sculpture to be Unveiled on Reed Creek Greenway
The City of Asheville is excited to announce the installation of a new, interactive piece of public art where the Reed Creek Greenway intersects with Catawba Street in North Asheville.
The WNC Nature Center maintains prestigious Zoos and Aquarium accreditation
Our team at the Nature Center does it again! Recognized for the sixth time through accreditation for the gold standards in animal care, veterinary programs, conservation, education, safety and many other areas staff sets for our animals and facility.
September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Be there for you community
As part of Emergency Preparedness Month, learning life saving CPR and proper AED use can help you "Be there for your community". Watch the informational video from our AFD team members