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Western Piedmont Council of Governments Celebrates Completion of Building Expansion

Jun 21, 2026 09:38AM ● By Emma Castleberry

The Western Piedmont Council of Governments (WPCOG) has completed its 11,500‑square‑foot building expansion, a major investment that strengthens the organization’s ability to serve the region and its local government partners.

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The Madison County Arts Council Reopens in Marshall

Jun 21, 2026 09:32AM ● By WNC Business

The Madison County Arts Council has reopened its newly renovated building in Marshall, featuring $1.2 million in improvements including an elevator, a wheelchair lift, four ADA-compliant bathrooms and a full HVAC system.

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Callista Flower Co. Opens in Newland

Jun 18, 2026 11:33AM ● By WNC Business

Callista Flower Co. has opened in downtown Newland at 320 Linville Street.

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BorgWarner Makes Additional Investment in WNC and Creates More Jobs

May 27, 2026 08:06AM ● By WNC Business

BorgWarner plans to expand its operations in Henderson County, investing at least $100 million and creating 378 new positions with average wages exceeding $67,047 annually over the course of the project.

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Asheville Training Brand Opens with AI Workshop for Realtors

May 26, 2026 10:34AM ● By WNC Business

Applied Momentum, a new training and coaching brand based in Western North Carolina, has launched and presents "AI for Realtors," a three-hour workshop scheduled for June 24.

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French Broad River Academy Middle School Celebrates Opening of New Academic Building

May 20, 2026 10:00AM ● By WNC Business

French Broad River Academy (FBRA), an independent middle school with dual riverfront programs for boys and girls, has opened a new Girls Program Academic Building.

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Jackson County Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Ribbon Cutting for New Member Depot Pizza

Apr 29, 2026 05:15PM ● By WNC Business

Created by the team behind Foragers Canteen, Depot Pizza brings scratch-made pizzas, wings, salads, draft beer, and wine to 42 Depot Street in Dillsboro.

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Dooogh Smoothie Shop & Pita’ria to Debut at The S&W Market This Spring

Apr 28, 2026 02:07PM ● By WNC Business

The S&W Market in Asheville will soon welcome Dooogh Smoothie Shop & Pita’ria to the food hall’s front window space.

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UNC Health Appalachian Opens New Clinic in Linville

Apr 23, 2026 01:14PM ● By Emma Castleberry

UNC Health Appalachian is opening a new clinic in Linville, the Avery Speciality Clinic, which will provide expanded access to specialized care for residents of Avery County and surrounding communities.

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New Mahjong Lounge, The Velvet Wind, Opens in Asheville

Apr 20, 2026 02:21PM ● By WNC Business

The Velvet Wind, a woman-owned lounge centered around the tile-based game Mahjong, has opened at 9 West Walnut Street, Suite 1A, in downtown Asheville.

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