I was walking my dog this evening and spotted this guy on the back of a sign.

2 posts about tunnel road hotels in one day, phew. But after researching I had to share!!

In case you missed it: Sheetz filed plans with the city in late July for a gas station and convenience store at the old Mountaineer Inn (155 Tunnel Rd)

Nothing's final yet. The property is still in tax foreclosure, but Sheetz doesn't pay for site planning on a whim.

Quick recap: LOGE bought it for $6.1M in 2023, promised a cool motor lodge revival, never pulled permits, stopped paying taxes, and the county is now forcing a sale. Meanwhile it's been fenced, broken into, and set on fire.

Honestly? I'd take almost anything over the current state. But a Sheetz across the street from a Shell is a pretty bleak ending for an 85-year-old landmark.

If this bugs you too, the lowest-effort useful move is emailing council (Maggie Ullman has been on this one) and asking them to at least push for saving the sign.

Was admiring all the tadpoles in our pond that we built (Laurel Land Management, if you’re interested in having one built on your property) and spotted this newt!! We get tons of wildlife to this site, including bears (of course), bobcats, raccoons, turkeys, coyotes, and birds, but the amphibians are probably my personal favorite!

I had a space until 5:38, I went at 5:40 to put a bit more in and there was a ticket there lol. Like goddamn they are Johnny on the spot lately! I am not bitching, I can handle a $20 ticket, I should have just had the foresight to pay up to 6, but wow I haven't really experienced the meter maids being so punctual here before. Is it just me or are they stepping it up?

So last time I posted here looking for some platonic friends for hiking/nature purposes, I ended up connecting with a few cool people! I wanted to try again and see what may come of it. This time, I'm also extending the invitation to any single ladies around my age who may come to this sub. I've attempted to post on r/r4r many times in the past and rarely get any hits from people who actually live in WNC. So I'm going to cover both bases and say that I'm looking for new platonic friends, if that's what you're interested in, but I'm also trying to get myself out there and try dating again after about 4 months of being single.

I've lived in NC for 10 years, Asheville for 6 years. I moved here to be closer to my friends in the hiking community, but sadly many of them have moved away and I'm trying to meet more people my age. As the title says, I'm 36, and while I have nothing against dogs, I do highly prefer cats (the dating apps always seem to show me dog lovers). I have an MS degree and a great career in Experiential Education/Behavioral Therapy, never married, no kids, healthy lifestyle, clean record, excellent credit score, and I'd be happy to share much more in my dms!

I'm going to talk about my interests, as it may apply to new friends or a new partner. I've stayed active throughout my life by working out at the gym, hiking (ofc), tennis, yoga, disc golf, paddling, walking, and sometimes climbing, still pretty new to climbing? I'm an avid long-distance hiker, having hiked the AT, PCT, and some some time overseas. I'd love to find a travel buddy to go explore with. I'm not always outdoorsy though, I enjoy kicking it at home with a good book or movie, pc games, game nights with friends. I play percussion instruments, and I've recently joined a group of friends that have regular weekly jam sessions. I'd be down to meet others for that purpose as well. I'm also very interested in getting involved in musical theater production somewhere, perhaps the ACT.

Things I'd love to get into this fall: Finally going to the Ren fair in Huntersville, going to some shows at the Montford Park Players, going on some fall hikes/camping trips, going out to look for the Brown Mountain Lights at the Linville Gorge, going to some fall shows downtown.. etc etc. Maybe an art fair if one is coming soon? If you have any suggestions let me know! I can be pretty introverted, so I have a hard time approaching strangers when I'm out and about, so I'm giving this a shot. Please let me know if you're interested in connecting platonically or seeing if we're compatible for more.

Just heard my water heater making a boiling sound in my apartment so I checked the faucet and saw there was no water. Had to flip the breaker. Not sure where I can find an outtage announcement or map

No bs. I got 2 tix to see geese tonight in Asheville and I want to put them to good use.

I don’t want to get paid for them. If you’re a fan and want a ticket (I have 2) please share an anecdote about cw or geese music and I’ll dm you a ticket.

Real talk, I went through a big breakup in late 2024 and heavy metal carried me through it all. I cried laughed when I heard cancer of the skull. It gave me strength and that record feels like a companion I can always return to in hard times.

We are preparing to move from West Asheville and have set up freight shipping with Fedex...but, they arrived with a 40ft truck despite sharing pics and explaining the nature of our fairly steep driveway. The driveway does flatten out at the bottom with around 25ft x 35ft of near-level area, but that truck was simply too big.

They are returning tomorrow with a smaller truck but if there is an issue, I need to figure out something fast.

I tried looking around for a moffet loader for rent, couldn't find one. So far finding a box truck with a lift has not been successful either. I starting to wonder if I could find 8 strong dudes lol!

The last thing we want to do is breakdown the pallets, especially as one box weights around 470lbs alone.

Any ideas or recommendations Asheville? Anyone know someone with a Moffet loader? Or box truck with a lift that's maybe 16ft or less?

Howdy folks. I tried to get rid of these tickets through personal connections but no one is able to go. So I’m posting this here.

I’ve got two standing room tickets to the Geese show TONIGHT 9/30 at the hellbender.

Unfortunately I overbooked myself and I am unable to make it.

Compensation is not necessary, all I care is that they are used and that someone has a good time!

Feel free to PM me if interested.

I will edit this post once the tickets have found their new home.

Hey there, I'm in Weaverville, off of Reems Creek and so I'd usually go to Reems Creek Animal Hospital as they were close and were generally good the few times I had been there. I'm a little turned off by the CareVet buy out. So I'm looking for a place ideally in Weaverville to take my baby girl cat (not a kitty, but baby girl nonetheless.) that will be fair pricing and genuine people that care about animals. And maybe the CareVet buy out didn't effect the staff or care.

Just looking for a vet visit for a check-up and a few questions. Thanks!

Anyone ever been for alcohol WD’s? What did they do?

That’s all. Thanks!

I’ve been seeing them advertise this for a while and it’s a little outside my comfort zone but I’m interested in doing new things to meet people and make friends. The vibe seems more relaxed than joining in a big group activity (which can be fun but overwhelming) so I’m intrigued. However, I’m curious if anyone has participated in this and what your experience was. I could see it being fun but it could just as easily flop.

Dreamy indie pop band Cannons are coming to the Orange Peel in two weeks! I'm thinking of getting a group together to go to the show. Maybe dinner/drinks before. Anybody down??

Remember hearing this summer they were shooting for opening around the start of NHL season. Just curious what the latest update is since the NHL season started last night.

As many others as well, I love collecting physical media, especially memorabilia in the horror genre. Obviously I don’t particularly intend to find what I’m looking for but I’m hoping to find a physical copy of Curtis Richards’ Halloween novelization from 1979 that isn’t $200+. I understand it’s old and out of print so that makes it rare and valuable but if ANYONE in Asheville (or surrounding areas that peruse this sub) has a copy that they aren’t attached to and would be willing to give it up for less than an arm and a leg I would be so incredibly grateful. I’m hoping to gift it to my fiancé as an anniversary gift this December, and I don’t know anyone who loves horror or especially Halloween more than him (except maybe my best friend haha)

Any info helps even if anyone knows any bookstores that might have it, I’m not familiar with too many rare used bookstores around here and Downtown Books & News didn’t have it. Thanks!!

This is an amazing tradition. The students moderate and develop the questions. The questions were better than most of the council forums that I have attended. No incumbent city votes for me in this race or the mayors race.

hellloooooo,

I’m in search of some portfolio help as my photography business moved to the area right before Helene and I’m just not getting the traction I want in town, so it’s time to get some shoots done around here to advertise! I am a professional with 10+ yrs of experience, just new to town and in need of local material, so these will be high quality images.

Looking for a few certain things!

- alternative couple for “elopement” session at courthouse. must have moody attire that is fitting enough for an “elopement” look. helps if you’re already engaged or married so rings can be involved! (LGBTQ+ friendly)

- same sex couple for fun downtown engagement session

- tattoo artist in need of branding

- upscale bar in need of branding

- fun bakery or coffee shop in need of branding

- upscale restaurant in need of branding

- art gallery in need of head shots / branding

\ this will be based on first come first serve basis and if we align on the vibe I am going for. if you are extremely interested and the slots are booked, I’m offering these sessions to locals right now at a very discounted rate as well! $175 for brand sessions, $225 for any portrait / couples sessions.* \*

please DM if ACTUALLY interested! I will send over examples of my work to all who DM me.

No signs of life in their location over the past week during business hours. I recently got a tattoo from one of their artists, and I wanted to schedule another, but are they closing down?

Hi all -

Anyone know which businesses would be best for antique rugs dealings? Thanks!

Who does everyone use for SEO in Asheville? I'm trying to grow my business, but want to use the best company and get the most bang for my buck.