Originally formed in 2006 in Des Moines, Iowa, the nonprofit expanded to Western North Carolina when Shumate moved to Black ...

Swannanoa Valley residents gathered at Black Mountain's Town Square March 17 to protest the actions of President Donald Trump's administration.

The Swannanoa Grassroots Alliance emerged in the early days after Helene. The group works to connect community and resources. Volunteers said the organization will continue to evolve to meet the ...

The Blue Ridge Road bridge that crosses the Swannanoa River was destroyed during Helene. Updated surveys are need after Helene to potentially address changed topography. The project is estimated to ...

Poetry lovers, mark your calendars! The Black Mountain Center for the Arts is set to host an exciting evening of poetry on April 11 at 7 p.m. filled with powerful words, diverse voices, and meaningful ...

On Saturday, Aug. 25, 1973, the Asheville Citizen-Times ran the first announcement for Park Drive-In Theater. Originally supposed to open on Aug. 30, the first movie did not play until Sept. 6.

Michelle Kennedy has been hired as the new director of planning and development in Black Mountain. Kennedy is currently the director of neighborhoods and housing for the city of Greensboro. Kennedy ...