Good News Asheville - May 29, 2026 - Issue #98
Friday, May 29, 2026
A Note From DylanChimney Rock's gift shop is back open. That stretch of 74A has had a rough couple of years, and a cash register ringing again feels like a small, solid thing.
- Dylan
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✨ Today's Good News
Chimney Rock Shop Rises Again After Helene Wiped It Out
📰 WLOS ABC 13
A family-owned Chimney Rock shop destroyed by Hurricane Helene has found a new home on Main Street and is reopening its doors.
☀️ More Bright Spots
Asheville Redirects Federal Dollars to Remove Lead Water Pipes
📰 828newsNOW.com
Asheville is redirecting federal housing funds toward lead pipe replacement, improving drinking water safety for local residents.
Read more →Griffin Awards Celebrate Asheville's Unsung History Guardians
📰 Citizen Times
The 2026 Griffin Awards recognized community members and organizations dedicated to preserving Asheville's local history and historic sites.
Read more →Womansong Marks 40 Years With Open Songwriting Contest
📰 WLOS ABC 13
Asheville's beloved all-women chorus Womansong is celebrating its 40th anniversary by inviting local songwriters to compete in a community contest.
Read more →🌸 Micromoments
Small joys we noticed
Your Full Guide to Asheville and WNC Events This Weekend
828newsNOW.com
Black Mountain's Streets Come Alive Through New Walking Tours
Black Mountain News
Swannanoa Gets a New Post Office as Recovery Continues
828newsNOW.com
That's all for today. Until tomorrow 🌱
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