Patton Avenue Goodwill Reopens, Shindig on the Green, and Sports Galore Highlight Asheville's Busy Summer Weekend

Good morning, this is your Asheville Local Frequency for Wednesday, July 9th, 2025. Starting off with some good news for the west side of town, the Patton Avenue Goodwill is reopening today after a warehouse fire behind the main facility on Monday. Crews worked hard to contain the blaze, and while the cause is still under investigation, all Goodwill services including the career center, retail store, and outlet are back in business. If you’re planning to drop off donations or hunt for thrift finds, they’re ready to welcome you again and say thanks to the Asheville Fire Department for their swift response. Asheville’s calendar is brimming with summer activities as we head towards the weekend. If you’re a fan of live music and Southern tradition, get ready for Shindig on the Green returning this Saturday night at Pack Square Park. Bring a blanket, join neighbors, and take in the sounds of fiddles, bluegrass, and flatfoot dancing under the stars—one of those classic Asheville moments that define the season. Art lovers will want to swing by Harrah’s Cherokee Center this Saturday and Sunday for The Big Crafty, a celebration of all things handmade. Here, you’ll find ceramics, jewelry, prints, and woodwork from local makers, truly showcasing the creativity that fuels Asheville’s arts scene. If you’re looking for that perfect, one-of-a-kind piece for your home or a thoughtful gift, this is the place to be. For the athletes and spectators among us, the city is hosting a variety of sports events this weekend. The Asheville Open swings into action at Aston Park Tennis Center, while Buncombe County Sports Park is hosting both the Beer City 7s Rugby Tournament and the Mayhem on the Mountain Flag Football Tournament. Whether you want to participate or just cheer from the sidelines, there’s no shortage of competitive energy in town. If you’re feeling the urge to dance, a short drive to Hendersonville lands you at Continuum Art this Friday for Latin Nights. Showing off your best salsa, bachata, or cha-cha could earn you a prize in their dance contest, not to mention some free lessons and plenty of fun with a lively local crowd. Some city updates for those getting around town: Asheville Rides Transit buses now feature free WiFi, making your daily commute or weekend explorations easier and more connected than ever. And keep an eye out in northeast Asheville, where sidewalk construction on New Haw Creek Road is underway, promising a safer and more walkable neighborhood soon. Finally, the city’s always-evolving landscape gets a boost with construction advancing on Woodfin’s new river attraction, set to open before summer’s out, and UNC Asheville earning new recognition as a national research university. Every week brings more evidence that Asheville’s unique spirit is alive and well—and growing. This has been Asheville Local Frequency. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODv