The Tribune Papers

The Tribune Papers began its journey in 1997 with the launch of the Asheville Tribune. Soon after, it expanded to include the Hendersonville Tribune, The Weaverville Tribune, and The Leicester Leader. In 2020, these four weekly publications united to form what is now known as the Tribune Papers. These community weeklies cater to the residents of Buncombe and Henderson counties and serve as official Legal Record papers. The Tribune aims to provide a platform for independent voices within the communities of Hendersonville, Asheville, Black Mountain, Weaverville, Marshall, and Leicester, NC. We encourage submissions from readers in the form of letters to the editor and contributions from guest columnists.

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Beware of DMV Text Scams in NC

1 week ago | tribpapers.com | Katrina Morgan

Hendersonville – Attorney General Jeff Jackson alerted North Carolinians about a surge in text scams impersonating the North Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV), demanding payment for alleged outstanding traffic tickets. This warning came as the Department of Justice reported an increase in consumer complaints regarding these fraudulent messages.
Asheville Suspends OPEB Contributions: Should We Care?

1 week ago | tribpapers.com | Leslee Kulba

Asheville – On July 18, 2013, the City of Detroit filed for bankruptcy. The idea that infinite growth, sufficient to cover any carefree spending, exploded after the auto industry offshored and the population followed the jobs. Suddenly, leaders found themselves painted into a corner by years of racked-up debt and disregard for supply-side economics. Among top reasons for the bankruptcy was failure to fund the city’s generous pension plan.
The Magic of Brevard Music Center to Begin

1 week ago | tribpapers.com | Dasha O. Morgan

Brevard – June 20 marks the Opening Night for the 2025 Summer Music Festival at Brevard Music Center. Regardless of your musical preferences, the Brevard Music Center Summer Festival is sure to offer something of interest to music lovers. Throughout the summer, legendary performers from various genres will take the stage—from pops, folk, symphony orchestras, chamber groups, jazz, and bluegrass to operas and concertos.
A Citizens' View of Asheville's Budget

1 week ago | tribpapers.com | Leslee Kulba

Asheville – Former Asheville Vice Mayor Chris Peterson was a regular attendee at the city council’s annual public hearings on the budget. He would caution leaders that the budget was not structurally sound, relying instead on unsustainable, unreliable, one-time infusions. He often faced backlash, getting “snarled at,” becoming angry, and risking being gaveled or thrown out for naming individuals who he felt were not fulfilling their responsibilities. This year, however, he chose to sit out.
Edneyville Names New Fire Chief

2 weeks ago | tribpapers.com | Michelle Newman

Edneyville – Edneyville Fire & Rescue has announced the appointment of Josh Walton as its new Fire Chief, marking a new chapter in the department’s long-standing commitment to public safety in Henderson County. Walton was born and raised in the Green River area of Henderson County. He has previously served as a Captain and acting Battalion Chief for the Asheville Fire Department.
AFTER HOURS Summer Concert Series Launches at Asheville Museum

2 weeks ago | tribpapers.com | Katrina Morgan

Asheville – Tickets are now available for the inaugural AFTER HOURS Summer Concert Series at the Asheville Museum of History, set to take place every third Tuesday of June, July, and August. The series will feature local musicians performing traditional and contemporary bluegrass and Appalachian mountain music, with the first concert scheduled for June 17, 2025.
New Homes Rise from Hurricane Helene's Ruins

2 weeks ago | tribpapers.com | Katrina Morgan

Burnsville – In the wake of Hurricane Helene’s devastating flooding, three families in Burnsville, North Carolina, began anew with fully furnished homes provided by God’s Pit Crew and its dedicated partners. The organization stepped in to assist these neighbors, who faced the loss of their homes and belongings due to the storm’s destruction. Community Resilience and SupportMartha, one of the recipients, has lived in Burnsville since she was five years old.
Hyperlocal Agricultural Models Hurt Harder by Helene, Report Says

2 weeks ago | tribpapers.com | Leslee Kulba

Asheville – “Accounting for $40,000 in cleanup and recovery costs and $30,000 in lost sales for 2024, Helene-related damages and losses constituted 88 percent of the average WNC farm’s gross annual sales,” concluded a report from the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project (ASAP) Local Food Research Center. Part 1 of the report, which estimates damages, was published in May.
Deepening Your Knowledge of Bird Life

2 weeks ago | tribpapers.com | Dasha O. Morgan

Hendersonville – As spring arrives, we are surrounded by beautiful flowers and trees, and gardening is underway all around. Flying among this beauty is a diverse array of colorful birds searching for food and water as they seek suitable places to build their nests. You seldom have to go far to find birds in various eye-catching hues and sizes. It becomes important to know what to look for and listen to when you see a bird.
Freight Rail Service Returns to Asheville and Western North Carolina -AI

2 weeks ago | tribpapers.com | Katrina Morgan

Asheville – Freight rail service returned to Asheville for the first time since Hurricane Helene caused significant damage in September 2024, marking a pivotal moment in the region’s recovery efforts. On May 20, 2025, Norfolk Southern Corporation announced the resumption of freight rail service along its AS Line, which connects Eastern Tennessee to Western North Carolina. This restoration is expected to bolster local businesses and enhance economic growth in the area.