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Good morning Asheville! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Asheville's "Quiet Sickness" and quiet-zone signs really mean for drivers.
  • How one hungry bear turned a north Asheville neighborhood upside down.
  • How Dizgo's surprise-filled Flocktoberfest afterparty lit up Asheville Music Hall

Also on today's calendar: Bob Weir Birthday Celebration ft. The Music of The Grateful Dead and 9 more events.

And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Davidson LeRoy J.!

Today's riddle: Why do some birds fly south for the winter? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Warmer, with a high of 75 and low of 46 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 81, low: 50.
  • Wednesday: Sunny much of the time, with a high of 83 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. What Does A Road Sign That Says 'Quiet Sickness' Mean? (slashgear.com) — If you spot a "Quiet Sickness" or similar sign in Asheville, it likely marks a city-approved quiet zone around a very sick patient's home, where honking is banned except for emergencies. The article traces these signs' roots in older noise ordinances and clarifies that local doctors can request traffic engineers to post them for 200 feet around a residence.
   

2. The outlaw bear that captured Asheville (avlwatchdog.org) — A notorious female bear repeatedly broke into homes in a north Asheville neighborhood, even injuring one resident while escaping, after learning that cat food could be found indoors. Wildlife officials planned to capture and euthanize her while relocating her cubs, sparking debate over public safety versus human responsibility.
   

3. Dizgo Brings 'Innerstate' to Life at Flocktoberfest in Asheville (gratefulweb.com) — A packed Flocktoberfest afterparty at Asheville Music Hall gave locals a high-energy escape, with Dizgo debuting tracks from their new album "Innerstate" alongside surprise sit-ins from Pigeons Playing Ping Pong members. Coming as the Asheville area continues recovering from recent destruction, the nonstop dancing and community vibe turned night one into a meaningful kickoff for a full weekend of live music across the city.
   

4. Mt. Kili Expands Its Folk Sound on 'The Noticer' (gratefulweb.com) — Asheville trio Mt. Kili's new album "The Noticer" showcases intimate, folk-leaning songs recorded at Echo Mountain Studio with Grammy-winning engineers, highlighting the city's creative depth. The record expands songwriter Rick Sichta's homegrown project into a full-band sound with violin, percussion, and layered arrangements that have already drawn strong national reviews and set up the group's next release planned for 2027.
   

5. best retirement city — 2026 Midland, Michigan Ranked #1 (koreadaily.com) — Asheville earns a spot among the top five U.S. retirement cities for 2026, praised for its cultural amenities, access to nature, and strong medical infrastructure. The ranking notes that Asheville's milder climate and living costs compare favorably with many coastal resort towns, giving current and future local retirees useful context as they weigh housing prices, healthcare access, and overall affordability.
   

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Ok Asheville! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do some birds fly south for the winter?" — Because it's too far to walk..! (Thank you Theresia F. for sending it in!)
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