Pete Zamplas

Flat Rock – As the holiday season approaches, the quaint town of Flat Rock, North Carolina, is gearing up for a heartwarming tradition. Actor and theologian E.R. Haire Jr. is set to perform Truman Capote’s cherished short story, *A Christmas Memory*, for the sixth consecutive year. This one-man show promises to capture the spirit of Christmas in a way that resonates with audiences of all ages.

In the game’s most pivotal play, Lawson Reynolds smashes WNC leading rusher Ayden Johnson. This slows Johnson, so the Warriors stop him short of the goal line to close the first half. Photo by Pete Zamplas.

The Cartner Family gathers to celebrate the 20 foot tall Frasier Fir tree harvest. Staff photo.

Asheville – Kevin Westmoreland is co-owner of The Corner Kitchen, at 3 Boston Way, and Chestnut restaurant in downtown Asheville. At Biltmore Village, knowing the storm was coming, they wrapped the building in plastic and sand- bags, but they only wrapped it to the level of the 2004 flood, thinking that was safe.

Mother Nature put up a freeze on Friday night football fans, as West Charlotte froze 3A top seed Erwin’s playoff march with a 52-0 road win.

A.C. Reynolds Rockets edged visiting Enka 2-1 in double overtime in a third-round battle of Mountain Athletic Conference co-champions, then went won again to reach the 3A state playoff’s final four.

During the Town Council meeting on November 18, 2024, Weaverville addressed key topics including financial health with a tax report showing 22.58% property tax collection, community development plans for a 35-lot subdivision, public safety updates from the police department, and ongoing recovery efforts from Tropical Storm Helene, while encouraging resident engagement through public comments.

Ronald Rand International Goodwill Cultural Ambassador, Solo Performing Artist. Photo submitted.

Three generations of Maybin men are, L-R: Trent and Max, their father Cameron, and Cam’s father Rudy. Photo by Pete Zamplas.

Hendersonville – In a heartwarming display of community resilience, Chimney Rock Village enjoyed a festive holiday celebration that promised to uplift the spirits of families still recovering from Hurricane Helene. This special event, organized by CityServe and a coalition of nonprofits, corporations, and faith-based groups, aimed to bring joy and a sense of normalcy back to the region.