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Standing in a lush, rolling field of chest-high echinacea plants, Ric Scalzo pulls a plant from the rich soil and begins quizzing his audience about its impact on the human body.

Eating out and more in Asheville
ASHEVILLE — The Grove Arcade on Page Avenue downtown will host An Italian Evening, featuring food, music and entertainment, at 6 p.m. Sept. 15.

On Labor Day, many in Asheville see their career plans downsized and altered by economy
It turns out that a lackluster economy isn't all bad for business, after all.

Labor Day concert in the park
ASHEVILLE — The Asheville Symphony Orchestra and Pack Square Conservancy join forces to replace the workday woes with a free concert at 7 p.m. Sept. 6 in Pack Square Park, downtown.

Under a new state rule, Asheville restaurants may allow dogs and cats in outdoor dining areas
ASHEVILLE — Until last week, dog walkers who wanted to take a beer and pizza break at the Mellow Mushroom were out of luck: The restaurant did not allow dogs in its large outdoor seating area until Wednesday.