All posts of Meghan Rogers

Tribute Properties is requesting Artist Qualifications for a mural project at the proposed development, The Ironwood, in downtown Asheville

Tribute Companies is requesting Artist Qualifications for a permanent art mural(s) for their mixed-use development, The Ironwood, located on Asheland/Coxe Avenue in downtown Asheville. Tribute Companies seeks an artist/artist team to create a permanent art mural(s) for their mixed-use development, The Ironwood, located on Asheland/Coxe Avenue just south of downtown Asheville’s Central Business District. The […]
3 years ago

Shop Small Y’all, Small Business Week Nov. 21-28

Shop Small Y’all! It’s not just Small Business Saturday, it’s Small Business Week! Select downtown businesses offering special deals. This allows shoppers to spread their shopping out over several days to allow for social distancing. Some businesses are also hosting raffles with prizes including gift cards to downtown businesses. Many businesses offer online or appointment […]
3 years ago
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Covid-19 Information for Buncombe County

For the latest information on the Covid-19 pandemic in Buncombe County, please visit this link. You’ll find information on case counts, safety requirements and guidelines, testing sites and community resources.. North Carolina and Buncombe County have instated mask/face covering requirements when visiting any business or when in public. Follow the three Ws – wear  your […]
4 years ago

Master Concept Plan for Haywood/Page Approved by Council

The master concept plan for the City-owned properties at 68 Haywood Street was adopted by Asheville City Council on Oct. 27. The plan closely follows the work of the Visioning Committee, appointed by City Council in 2016, and also after a series of public engagement sessions earlier this year.  The master plan is the next […]
4 years ago

Haywood Street Businesses Open During Construction

The Haywood Streetscape Project is getting closer to completion. The project began early this year and includes water, sewer and stormwater work; new and widened sidewalks; street amenities including trees, benches and bike racks; and milling and paving of Haywood Street.  Businesses along Haywood Street remain open during construction. The Asheville Downtown Association, in partnership […]
4 years ago

AVL Shares Space Extended to Jan. 3

The City of Asheville announced that AVL Shares Space is extended until Jan. 3. AVL Shares Space is an initiative to allow businesses to expand into in order to increase their capacity during the Covid-19 pandemic.    The initiative includes:  Curbside pickup zones Expansion on private property Expansion on areas of adjacent public sidewalk Expansion […]
4 years ago
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2020 Asheville Holiday Parade Canceled

The Asheville Holiday Parade is canceled for 2020 due to public health concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.  The decision to cancel the parade was based on North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper’s September 30th announcement moving North Carolina into Phase 3. Phase 3 continues to limit outdoor gatherings to 50 people and provides capacity limits for […]
4 years ago
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City Council Candidates Answer Questions from ADA

The Asheville Downtown Association asked City Council candidates to submit responses to a questionnaire regarding downtown issues in advance of the primary election (held in March 2020). Given that so much has changed since March, we updated the questionnaire to include questions on the Covid-19 pandemic and racial justice. Candidate responses are posted below.   […]
4 years ago