City & Local

Asheville

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Interior of a bustling independent bookstore filled with books, people browsing, and a small stage set for an event, highlighting community engagement.
Best in City

Top 7 Local Bookstores With Unique Selections and Community Events

Last year, Malaprop's Bookstore/Cafe in Asheville hosted over 200 community events, from author readings to poetry slams.

Hannah Pierce·May 5, 2026
A modern Buncombe County EMS ambulance with flashing lights speeds down a city street at dusk, symbolizing improved emergency response times and the new station.
Services

Buncombe County Converts Building Into New EMS Station

Buncombe County is converting its former General Services Building into a new EMS station at 40 McCormick Place to improve emergency response times. This project is a key part of a larger initiative to expand the county's EMS footprint and modernize its emergency response infrastructure.

Marco Alvarez·April 1, 2026