November 2023

TL/DR - According to a national report from moveBuddha.com, more people are interested in moving to Asheville than leaving, with a 3.01 inflow-to-outflow ratio. Asheville's population grew 13.4% between 2010 and 2020, reaching just under 94,000. The city's housing market is strong, with homes hitting a record median sales price of $475,000 in the…

TL/DR - The Biden-Harris administration announced $63.4 million in new investments for water conservation, water efficiency, and protection of critical environmental resources in the Colorado River System. Seven new system conservation agreements in Arizona will conserve up to 162,710-acre feet of water in Lake Mead through 2026. The conservation…

TL/DR - Anti-war protestors caused a standstill on the Durham Freeway during Thursday's evening commute, urging people to call NC Rep. Valerie Foushee and demand an end to the war. The protest was organized by the Jewish Voice for Peace, who stated they would continue to disrupt if a ceasefire was not achieved. The protest lasted nearly three…

TL/DR - The United Way of Marquette County is holding two food drives outside of Walmart over the weekend. Nonperishable items will be collected for local food pantries while perishable items will be collected by local nonprofits, with the most requested items being ground beef, cheese, and whole fruits and vegetables. Monetary donations will also…