Western North Carolina is known for its deep agricultural roots and award-winning farm-to-table dining. Now, residents are finding opportunities to grow both food and community—right in their own neighborhoods. Learn more about the impact of community gardens in WNC. What are Community Gardens? Community gardens are small plots of land collectively cared for by members […]
Are you in search of an Asheville neighborhood that perfectly pairs country and convenience? Then, look no further than the Village at Chunns Cove! The surrounding area is well known for pastoral scenes and spacious residences. And these custom townhomes are ideally located just minutes from Downtown Asheville and major retail shopping. Here are five […]
If you’re like us, you’ve had a lot of time this year to dive into spring cleaning. We’ve taken our spring cleaning to the next level, digging through little used but heavily packed closets, channeling our inner Marie Kondo, and clearing our homes of everything that does not spark joy. One of the easiest ways […]
Our communities are hardly back to “business as usual.” But that hasn’t stopped our craving for all things summer. While we’re still a few weeks away from the equinox, there’s no better time to kick off the season than Memorial Day weekend. Grilling, ice cream cones, family-friendly events, outdoor adventures—we want it all! There are […]
Finding a house is just one step in the complex process of building a home in a new community. Your local chamber of commerce offers a wealth of information to help you choose a neighborhood, find a job, start your own business, or plan for retirement. Today, we’re covering just a few of the many […]
A Message from Beverly-Hanks and LoLo: Thank you for joining us in supporting our local businesses through your monthly LoLo gifts. Please use them when it feels appropriate, and note that businesses may be working with alternative hours or only allowing take out. There’s no rush to use this gift—The expiration date was extended to […]
It’s still easy to enjoy local art—from the safety of home! For many of our mountain communities, the arts have led the way in the revitalization of main streets and neighborhood centers. Art studios, galleries, and museums reflect the character of their communities through exhibits of local artists, regular events, classes, and training. But right […]
Being in charge of moving a family (even a family of one) can make you feel like a big-top ringleader. The spotlight is all on you. There are innumerable balls in the air. And at any moment, you’re sure you’ll slip off that wobbly tightrope you’ve been walking and pray that there’s a net to […]
Home transactions have the reputation for being lengthy and arduous. But your upcoming home sale needn’t feel like a ten-year odyssey. Don’t get stuck between Scylla and Charybdis. If you know what questions to ask, your next real estate transaction should be smooth sailing. Here are three important questions to ask before accepting an offer […]
Tune your dials to UNC-TV on the next two Thursdays for an inside look at one of Western North Carolina’s most incredible mountain homes—oh, and some great mountain music, too! Four-time Grammy Award-winning musician David Holt recently visited 173 Pinkerton Corner in Fairview. Holt hosts the PBS program “David Holt’s State of Music,” now in […]