Impact! Mixed martial arts in WNC
- Volume 22
- / Issue 13
Cover Design Credit:
Norn Cutson
Cover Photography Credit:
Max Hunt
Growing numbers of area residents are taking their quest for fitness to a different level — one that includes armbars, takedowns and sometimes getting punched in the face. This week, Xpress looks at the popularity of mixed martial arts.
arts
Smart bets: Chris Jamison
Singer-songwriter (and recent Asheville transplant) Chris Jamison performs a free show at Pisgah Brewing Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 6 p.m.Of the people, for the people: artist Phil Blank exhibits illustrations from Dixie Be Damned
Inspired by Authors/activists Neal Shirley and Saralee Stafford's book Dixie Be Damned, artist Phil Blank has created stunning visual representations of the hard-fought, often violent struggles of the disenfranchised throughout…Asheville Comic Expo brings superhero superstars to town
It appears that the geeks have inherited the Earth, or at least the realm of popular entertainment. And the Asheville Comic Expo celebrates all things geeky in Western North Carolina…Smart bets: Isaiah Rice photography collection
A slideshow of select photos by Rice will be debuted at the UNCA High Smith Student Union's Alumni Hall Friday, Oct. 23.Lowland Hum works on collaborations large and small
The husband-and-wife ambient folk duo returns to North Carolina — their home state — for a show at The Grey Eagle Sunday, Oct. 25. The Collection, from Greensboro, will back…Smart bets: Benefit for the UN Refugee Agency
New Mountain hosts the music and belly dancing performances — a benefit for the United Nations Refugee Agency — on Sunday, Oct. 25, at 7 p.m.Elizabeth Gilbert presents Big Magic in Asheville
Elizabeth Gilbert’s bestseller, Eat, Pray, Love, which evolved out of those confusing years, was not meant to be motivational. But her newest work, Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear, was…Smart bets: Weaverville Art Safari
The free, self-guided, multi-venue tour of the town runs Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 24-25, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Plus, Weaverville Town Hall will host a kickoff fundraiser with…Smart bets: Stephen Evans & The True Grits
Local musician Stephen Evans and his band, The True Grits, perform a free show at French Broad Brewery Saturday, Oct. 24, at 6 p.m.Smart bets: The Fantastic Violinaires
The musicians typically appear in educational and holy settings, clad in matching suits, but an upcoming local show brings the singers to West Asheville bar The Double Crown Thursday, Oct.…
food
Conscious party: Full Circle Farm Sanctuary throws a Halloween benefit
Attendees can enter to win a prize for the most attractive carved pumpkin, best costume and most flavorful vegan pumpkin pie.Beer Scout: Asheville Brewing Co. consolidates production
Asheville Pizza and Brewing Co. will soon consolidate its entire brewing operation to the downtown Coxe Avenue location — opening up opportunities for more experimentation, more aging and blending possibilities…Smoke on the water: Blind Pig Supper Club hits the coast
At a recent "research dinner" hosted by Asheville's Blind Pig Supper Club, the mountains met the coast for a groundbreaking chefs' collaboration and hands-on exploration of seafood sources.Small bites: Chicken Salad Chick
A Chicken Salad Chick franchise is headed to Asheville. Meanwhile, Dobra Tea is planning its Communi-Tea Festival, and MetroWines is raising money for LBGTQ empowerment.Local Provisions restaurant set to open on Biltmore Avenue
Chef Justin Burdett's new downtown restaurant will offer modern interpretations of traditional Appalachian and Southern flavors.
living
Making the diet and nutrition connection to brain health
The ability to think clearly and make decisions is exactly the reason for choosing healthier foods in the morning or any time of day, say Laura Buxenbaum, Paul Barrett and…
movies-reviews
Screen scene: Local film news
This week's roundup includes a local team participating in the 48 Day Film Project – 5 Continents, and screenings of the documentaries "Our Daily Dose" and "A Chorus In Miracles."
news
Unprecedented guidebook brings Blue Ridge Parkway views to life
What began as a moment of simple curiosity for one local man morphed into a five-year project that combined some of the oldest map technologies with some of the newest…Man with a plan: Okolichany takes the helm as Asheville’s planning director
“There are no one-size-fits-all solutions in planning: Each place is very different,” says Todd Okolichany, who began work as Asheville’s new planning director Sept. 8. “That’s a key value for…From cult to craze: MMA gaining popularity in WNC
Western North Carolinians looking to stay fit and blow off steam might turn to yoga or try outdoor activities like running, hiking or biking. But these days, growing numbers of…Hot stuff: In the kitchen with Asheville’s firefighters
In addition to knowing how to put out fires and save people's lives, firefighters need to have a few culinary skills to carry them through long shifts in the firehouse.…
opinion
Letter writer: Backcountry cooking article raises questions
"C'mon, Mountain Xpress, what kind of journalism is this?"Letter writer: Killing animals doesn’t ‘honor’ them
"I do, however, intend to condemn some of the vapid, self-serving and frankly dishonest things we say to comfort and distract us from the ugly essence of what meat-eating requires…Letter writer: Hunt, Mayfield and Simerly will accomplish great things
"I believe all three will accomplish tremendous things for our city and region."Take the holiday back
Letter writer: Carriage-horse accidents are real possibilities
"Asheville: Do you really want to bring the very real possibility of a horrible accident to your city — something for which you will be morally and financially responsible?"Letter writer: Earmark part of hotel tax for affordable housing
"If only 1 cent of every room tax was contributed to the Home Trust Fund, we would collect $1.8 million dollars per year! Think about what a difference that would…Where There’s Smoke…
Letter writer: Park issue creates support for Haynes, Young and Lee
"I went to the candidates' forum [Oct. 9] at A-B Tech and wow! I’m voting for Brian Haynes, Keith Young and Rich Lee. I’m not voting for Marc Hunt or…Letter writer: Council primary reveals ‘Progressives in Name Only’
"Hate to break this to those authentic progressives still attempting to steer Asheville left, but you've already lost. A quick glance at our blooming skyline and campaign donor trails reveals…Letter writer: Plastic patrol needed for errant recyclers
"We all need to pay attention and help recycle what we can in an intelligent manner."
