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In today's newsletter:
- Why a hungry bear keeps breaking into north Asheville homes
- How will Asheville's new Gashes Creek Bridge change your daily drive?
- Where Asheville winners can cash NC Lottery tickets up to $99,999
Also on today's calendar: Patio Show: Miriam's Militia and 9 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Davidson J.!
Today's riddle: What happened to the pregnant cat that ate yarn? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Tuesday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 81 and low of 54 degrees.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 81, low: 56.
- Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 83 and low of 61 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Hungry bear keeps trying to force its way into homes in NC neighborhood, state says (newsobserver.com) — A female bear has repeatedly entered or tried to enter homes in a north Asheville neighborhood, prompting state wildlife officials to search for and euthanize her while relocating her cubs. Residents are being urged to secure doors, remove food sources, and actively haze bears so they move along, as bear break-ins have risen around Beaverdam Road and other parts of Asheville's growing bear-populated area. 
2. Asheville plans more resilient rebuild of Gashes Creek Bridge after Helene (wlos.com) — Asheville is moving ahead with a long-term plan to rebuild the Gashes Creek Bridge and transform the Azalea Road area into a more resilient recreation hub after Hurricane Helene's damage. City leaders are considering additional recovery funding, keeping a temporary bridge in place, and designing a permanent span with bike lanes, better neighborhood connections, and improved access to the WNC Nature Center.
3. NC Lottery Pick 3 Day, Pick 3 Evening results for Sept. 6, 2026 (shelbystar.com) — If you bought a lottery ticket in Asheville, you can check the Sept. 6 Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash 5, and other winning numbers here and then cash prizes up to $99,999 at the Asheville Regional Office on Regent Park Boulevard. The article also walks you through mail-in and in-person claiming steps, plus drawing times for all major North Carolina games.
4. Labor Day holiday brings calm atmosphere to Asheville, visitors say (wlos.com) — Downtown Asheville saw a quieter-than-usual Labor Day, with visitors enjoying a laid-back atmosphere along Biltmore Avenue and around Pack Square. Many shops stayed open despite some holiday closures, giving families and couples a relaxed chance to stroll, window shop, and escape the heat while still finding plenty of restaurants and stores operating.
5. The September golf schedule? It's for the diehards (golf.com) — Golf diehards can look forward to a busy September slate that even includes the PGA Tour's upcoming Biltmore Championship Asheville, bringing national attention to the local area. While the piece mainly highlights international events like the Solheim Cup, Irish Open, BMW PGA Championship, and Presidents Cup, it notes Asheville's fall tournament as part of the season's packed schedule.
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Asheville
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★ Featured events ★
- Music Bingo →
Taproom At Highland Brewing Co., 12 Old Charlotte Highway, Suite 200, Asheville
6:00 pm
Tuesday September 8
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Other local events
- Patio Show: Miriam's Militia →
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville
5:30 pm - Cornhole League →
Taproom At Highland Brewing Co., 12 Old Charlotte Highway, Suite 200, Asheville
6:00 pm - Asheville Crokinole Club →
Taproom At Highland Brewing Co., 12 Old Charlotte Highway, Suite 200, Asheville
6:00 pm - Dirt to Deal: A realtor's guide to land →
Land of the Sky Association of REALTORS, 21 Restaurant Court, Asheville - Patio Show: Christina Chandler →
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville
5:30 pm - 65 North Pickers + Radish →
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville
8:00 pm - Patio Show: 5J Barrow →
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville
5:30 pm - Jake Blount →
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville
8:00 pm - PATIO SHOW: Morgan Geer →
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville
5:30 pm - Horse Feathers →
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville
8:00 pm - RADish FEST →
The Grey Eagle Music Hall and Pub, 185 Clingman Ave, Asheville
11:00 am
Tuesday September 8
Wednesday September 9
Thursday September 10
Friday September 11
Saturday September 12
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- It's clear who runs this place 😼 My legs are theirs, and so is my heart!
The black-and-white duo has claimed both sides, neither backing down… basically double the takeover, double the sweetness (Nextdoor Beaverdam) - Apricot Nectar Pound Cake.
Next time I will add more glaze. That Anniversary Bundt pan didn't disappoint tho. (Nextdoor Shiloh)
- MyJobsCorner posted a job opening for Shipping Receiving Jobs: Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $18-$36/Hr in Asheville. Apply here.
- Boot Barn posted a job opening for Inventory Control Associate (Seasonal) in Asheville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Asheville here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: She had mittens! (Thank you April M. for sending it in!)
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