Education

Black children’s book authors Jaha Avery and Veronica Chapman read and signed copies of their books. Read 2 Succeed Asheville/Buncombe (R2S) and Christine W. Avery Learning Center (CWA) welcomed celebrated…

Duane Adams, Associate Director of A-B Tech’s Small Business Center. By Duane Adams – The impact of Hurricane Helene has changed the topography of the region, and remnants of the…

All the studies since 1963 have recommended that the school systems join together. Maybe, maybe not. A year ago, in September of 2023, the North Carolina General Assembly mandated that…

Kidada Wynn, Executive Director of Peak Academy, and Dr. Dwight Mullen, Board Chair. Photo: Renato Rotolo/The Urban News Peak Academy is a four-year-old charter school that began with 87 students…

Aspire Appalachian pathway program to benefit transfer students. Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College (A-B Tech) has partnered with Appalachian State University’s Aspire Appalachian program, which provides a streamlined path for students enrolled…

Children develop foundational skills through interactive learning, storytelling, and artistic expression. Chiquitos preschool believes in holistic child-centered learning through play. In their program, children develop foundational skills through interactive learning,…

Dr. Darwin Carter, Director of Innovative Programming Asheville City Schools is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Darwin Carter as the new Director of Innovative Programming, leading both Cougar…

2024 National Championship, Chefs Win Individual Contests A student team from A-B Tech Community College’s renowned Culinary Arts and Hospitality program won the college’s second national championship on July 17…

Dr. Charles Foust, former superintendent of New Hanover County Schools. By Cash Michaels – Did right-wing politics play a role in the sudden firing of Dr. Charles Foust, the African…