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Some Asheville neighbors expressed disappointment with parts of the new playground at Weaver Park following its renovation. Concerns include the new structure being half the size of the former one and a lack of seating for parents. Organizers plan to present community suggestions to the Asheville City Council soon.
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The Asheville City school district has filed to join a class action lawsuit targeting several social media companies. The board voted unanimously on September 14th to recommend the superintendent add the district to the suit, which names Meta, ByteDance, Snap, and Google. The lawsuit alleges the apps are addictive and harm student mental health.
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Ichiban Japanese Hibachi & Sushi Bar announced its grand opening in Asheville on Monday, Oct. 12. The restaurant is located at 130 Hospitality Way and previously reported a soft reopening from Wednesday, Oct. 7 through Sunday, Oct. 11. Reservations are required for the limited menu during this period.
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The Thomas Dambo Trolls exhibit at the North Carolina Arboretum brought over $6.3 million in direct spending to the Asheville area. The interactive art display, which ran from November 2025 through February 2026, saw more than 150,000 guests. Local businesses benefited across food and drink, lodging, retail, and transportation sectors.
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Asheville City Schools has joined over 2,000 school districts in a nationwide lawsuit against major social media companies. The suit alleges platforms like TikTok and Instagram contribute to a student mental health crisis by keeping young people online. The district seeks funds for increased student mental health needs.
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Local leaders and business owners gathered to discuss the ongoing recovery in Asheville's River Arts District two years after Hurricane Helene. While progress is visible, officials cautioned that rebuilding is not complete. Continued investment is needed for infrastructure and supporting artists.
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