Asheville, North Carolina: A City of Promise and Challenges

Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina, Asheville is a city known for its natural beauty, vibrant arts scene, historic architecture, and distinctive character:  Yet beneath the surface of this appeal lies a community facing difficult questions about long-term sustainability as it continues to struggle with inadequate infrastructure, public safety and the long-term sustainability of services.

Asheville Pundit takes an independent look at Asheville and the surrounding region, examining the history, policies and decisions that have shaped the city. The goal is to look beyond the status quo and conventional approaches and challenge the routine assumptions that keep the city from thriving.