The town of Marshall runs along the French Broad river. For North Carolina Residents and Businesses Impacted by Tropical Storm Helene Low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration …
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River Arts district flooded North Carolina homeowners and renters in 25 counties and the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene may…
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On September 20, 2024 Beloved Community Center held a march and rally in Asheville as part of their statewide initiative. The march focused on amplifying the voices of all North…
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Dr. Rashad Richey Presents Roland Martin With National Black Radio Hall of Fame Honor
On a glamorous evening filled with music and recognition, Dr. Rashad Richey, the youngest inductee into the National Black Radio Hall of Fame – 2022, presented the prestigious “Talk Radio…
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Governor Tim Walz, Vice Presidential candidate, speaking at the Salvage Station in Asheville. Photo: Andrea Wright/Urban News By Caleb Rudow – On Tuesday, September 17, 2024, Governor Tim Walz spoke directly…
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Photo by Andrea Clark. Visit YMI’s Corner Spot for an art exhibit featuring the work of photojournalist Andrea Clark. Clark’s photographs capture the full spectrum of community life in Asheville’s…
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Even Me – The Children’s Story, presented by Winnie’s Child Productions A stage play about children struggling to cope with their mother’s mental health issues. The YMI Cultural Center presents…
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The Goombay Festival was created in 1982 to celebrate the richness and diversity of the African diaspora and Asheville’s African American community. The YMI Cultural Center is proud to be…
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Three-quarters of all Americans would have to work longer for less income. Many would have to work until the day they die. Republicans have tried to repeal FDR’s New Deal…
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Vice President Harris is committed to a pro-working, family agenda. by Julia Conley, courtesy of commondreams.org – After announcing that US Vice President Kamala Harris plans to take on corporate…