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And on the Asheville Patch calendar - The Grey Eagle Classic Golf Tournament
Hello again Asheville! We're bringing you the latest town highlights. Don't miss out, keep going! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- What west Asheville neighbors should know about the still-uncaught bear
- How the G20 summit could reshape Asheville's global profile and economy
- How a Biltmore-focused getaway can fill an entire Asheville weekend
Also on today's calendar: The Grey Eagle Classic Golf Tournament and 9 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Davidson J.!
Today's riddle: What gets bigger the more you take away? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 84 and low of 63 degrees.
- Monday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 86, low: 62. 🌶 Hot!
- Tuesday: Partly sunny, warm and humid, with a high of 88 and low of 64 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Bear that injured west Asheville resident still at large, NC wildlife says (wlos.com) — Wildlife officials say the black bear that recently injured a west Asheville resident inside their home is still on the loose, after also attempting to enter other nearby houses. The state is trying to capture and euthanize the bear, while urging Asheville neighbors to follow BearWise safety steps so bears don't lose their natural fear of people. 
2. G20 brings global finance leaders to Asheville this weekend (myfox8.com) — Global finance ministers, central bank governors, and hundreds of delegates are in Asheville this weekend for a high-profile G20 Finance Track meeting, centered partly at the Omni Grove Park Inn. Leaders cite the city's recovery from Hurricane Helene and expect millions in direct local spending, putting Asheville and western North Carolina back on the international stage.
3. Visiting the Vanderbilts and Gilded Age in Asheville (splashmags.com) — If you're planning a day or weekend in Asheville, this piece walks you through a Biltmore-centered getaway, from touring the Gilded Age mansion to exploring local arts, music venues, and nearby hikes. It also touches on Hurricane Helene's impact and how Asheville's culture, history, and mountain scenery continue to draw visitors year-round.
4. US presses G20 economies to cut Iran financial lifelines (worldstockmarket.net) — Asheville will host G20 finance ministers and central bank governors for a two-day summit in the Blue Ridge Mountains, putting the city at the center of global economic talks. Leaders will tackle growth, trade imbalances, sovereign debt, and U.S.-led efforts to tighten financial pressure on Iran, bringing intense international attention and security to the mountain city.
5. Japan's finance minister to attend G20, market focus on yen debate (kansas.com) — Asheville will host next week's G20 gathering of finance leaders, where Japan's finance minister and the Bank of Japan governor are expected to join U.S. Treasury officials. Global markets are watching closely for any new signals on yen policy as these high-level discussions unfold in North Carolina, potentially drawing international attention and security activity to the city.
📸 Around Asheville
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Asheville
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- The Grey Eagle Classic Golf Tournament →
The Omni Grove Park Inn, Golf Course 75 Club View Rd, Asheville, NC 28804
1:00 pm - Sunday Weekly Scrabble →
Stephens-Lee Community Center, 30 George Washington Carver Ave, Asheville
1:30 pm - PATIO SHOW: Cordovas →
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville
5:30 pm - Ten Minute Movies →
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville
8:00 pm - International Overdose Awareness Day →
220 Amboy Rd, Asheville
5:00 pm - Estimated Prophets: Grateful Dead Cover Show →
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville
6:00 pm - 6th Grade Field Trip to Blue Ridge Assembly
IC Imagine Asheville, NC 28806
8:30 am - Birding for Beginners
The North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806
9:00 am - Mr. Hannah's Advisory Community Service- Greenworks
IC Imagine Asheville, NC 28806
9:45 am - Botanical Painting for Beginners (4-sessions)
The North Carolina Arboretum 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC 28806
10:00 am - Jewelers Social 5-8pm →
Ignite Jewelry Studios, 84 W Walnut St, Asheville
5:00 pm - Meltt w/ Los Eclipses →
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville
8:00 pm
Sunday August 30
Monday August 31
Tuesday September 1
Wednesday September 2
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- More bear news.
Evening stroll for this bear family on Webb Cove. This mama doesn't look that big to me. Maybe she's one of the two year olds who are now having cubs. (Nextdoor Beaverdam) - Today's bear.
He wasn't successful at getting any garbage so he laid down in the middle of the street instead. Finally got him/her to move out of the way. (Nextdoor Montford)
- Kelly Services, Inc. posted a job opening for Assembly Technicians in Asheville. Apply here.
- Omni Hotels & Resorts posted a job opening for Spa Cafe Server Assistant in Asheville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Asheville here.
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!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A hole (Thank you Netty W. for sending it in!)
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