Patton Avenue Crash, Art in the River District, Lucero at The Grey Eagle, and More Asheville Updates

Good morning, this is your Asheville Local Frequency for Wednesday, September 3, 2025. We begin with a heads-up for anyone driving along Patton Avenue today — this morning’s crash near 1598 Patton Avenue brought down power lines, closing the road between Bear Creek Road and Old Haywood Road. Crews have now cleared the scene, but Duke Energy is still working to restore service, so expect this stretch of Patton to stay closed for several more hours. If you’re out and about, plan an alternate route and stay tuned for updates so you don’t get caught in gridlock. Moving on to what’s happening around town, if you’re feeling artistic there’s plenty to explore in the River Arts District. The Saturday Art Market returns this weekend, but today’s lineup also features workshops like the Wabi-Sabi Monoprint session running late morning to early afternoon. Studios and galleries throughout the district are bustling, welcoming visitors to check out the latest from Asheville’s creative community. Music fans can look forward to a special night at The Grey Eagle, where Lucero takes the stage to celebrate 20 years of “Nobody’s Darlings.” The show starts tonight and promises to deliver the kind of high-energy, heartfelt tunes that have made Lucero a staple of the Americana scene for two decades. Grab tickets if you haven’t already for a chance to join in what’s sure to be a memorable evening. If you want to mix entertainment and exercise, New Belgium Brewing is kicking off its bike-in movie series tomorrow night. Ride over, park your bike with the free valet and settle in on the brewery lawn for a screening of “Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves.” This outdoor tradition runs Thursdays all month, with new features each week and that signature Asheville community vibe. Food trucks and local flavors are all over the city’s brewery scene today, especially at Highland Brewing. Enjoy everything from Argentinian street eats to Hawaiian fusion and Western North Carolina-style barbecue while catching some live music in celebration of the new Highland Haze release. Feeling active? There’s $5 pick-up pickleball for players of all levels, so grab a wristband and jump on the court. September is Emergency Preparedness Month here in Asheville, a reminder to know your neighborhood’s risks as hurricane recovery efforts draw to a close. City leaders just held their final Helene recovery briefing, highlighting how far we’ve come together. From community heroics during flooding to the City’s ongoing resilience work, neighbors are encouraged to stay connected, share information, and plan ahead for whatever comes next. If you’re curious about Asheville’s natural world, step into the Asheville Museum of Science for “Our Changing World,” a new exhibit opening today and running through next spring. It’s a great option for families and anyone interested in learning more about the environment and how it continues to shape our city. And while it’s a bit early, downtown Asheville This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.