Clemson is making waves in the world of education and technology again, this time with AI with their Center for Human-Artificial Intelligence (CU-CHAI, if you’re in a rush).While there is no set date for the program to launch, the university is looking to launch fall 2024. Its aim: Understanding how humans can interact with AI. CU-CHAI will also work to address fears related to the negative impacts that some worry about in the world of AI. Specifically, the research facility will look at how AI can benefits humans in a collaborative way for human benefit. The university is expected to spend...…Clemson is making waves in the world of education and technology again, this time with AI with their Center for Human-Artificial Intelligence (CU-CHAI, if you’re in a rush).While there is no set date for the program to launch, the university is looking to launch fall 2024. Its aim: Understanding how humans can interact with AI. CU-CHAI will also work to address fears related to the negative impacts that some worry about in the world of AI. Specifically, the research facility will look at how AI can benefits humans in a collaborative way for human benefit. The university is expected to spend...WW…

Coffee connoisseurs, cereal eaters, and vinyl collectors unite — a new espresso spot called The Spin Coffee & Vinyl is now open at 3131 Nacogdoches Rd. Suite 101. This is the perfect place to get all three, Monday through Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.Located in the Northeast Park neighborhood, this Dallas-based coffee shop is owned by a gentleman named Nassif, and he was kind enough to spill the beans about his sophomore San Antonio adventure. Why the Alamo City? Nassif travels back + forth between Dallas, San Antonio, and Albuquerque for his wife’s job, so starting a...…Coffee connoisseurs, cereal eaters, and vinyl collectors unite — a new espresso spot called The Spin Coffee & Vinyl is now open at 3131 Nacogdoches Rd. Suite 101. This is the perfect place to get all three, Monday through Sunday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.Located in the Northeast Park neighborhood, this Dallas-based coffee shop is owned by a gentleman named Nassif, and he was kind enough to spill the beans about his sophomore San Antonio adventure. Why the Alamo City? Nassif travels back + forth between Dallas, San Antonio, and Albuquerque for his wife’s job, so starting a...WW…

Appalachian Wildlife Refuge is now the temporary home of an unintentionally famous bear cub. ICYMI, a video went viral in mid-April, showing a group of people at an Asheville apartment complex taking two black bear cubs out of a tree for photos. For the past couple of weeks, one of the cubs has been at the local nonprofit to receive care.After a little time to adjust, the cub was introduced to another orphaned cub already at the refuge, and both are thriving, eating well, and enjoying enrichment. Bear cubs are cared for in a natural, isolated habitat by a small staff, rather than...…Appalachian Wildlife Refuge is now the temporary home of an unintentionally famous bear cub. ICYMI, a video went viral in mid-April, showing a group of people at an Asheville apartment complex taking two black bear cubs out of a tree for photos. For the past couple of weeks, one of the cubs has been at the local nonprofit to receive care.After a little time to adjust, the cub was introduced to another orphaned cub already at the refuge, and both are thriving, eating well, and enjoying enrichment. Bear cubs are cared for in a natural, isolated habitat by a small staff, rather than...WW…

Recently, we put out a call on Instagram, asking you all to tell us which local accounts we should be following. More than 1,000 comments later, we rounded up a handful of users that you helped put on our radar. So, let’s spice up our feed together.Asheville Camera Club | @ashevillecameraclubThis club celebrates the creativity of local amateur and professional photographers with monthly meetups meant for discussion, sharing, and shooting. Check out the zine they released in March, “Chromatic Aberration Vol. 1,” with proceeds helping fund the production of volume two. Cook With K |...…Recently, we put out a call on Instagram, asking you all to tell us which local accounts we should be following. More than 1,000 comments later, we rounded up a handful of users that you helped put on our radar. So, let’s spice up our feed together.Asheville Camera Club | @ashevillecameraclubThis club celebrates the creativity of local amateur and professional photographers with monthly meetups meant for discussion, sharing, and shooting. Check out the zine they released in March, “Chromatic Aberration Vol. 1,” with proceeds helping fund the production of volume two. Cook With K |...WW…

Summer’s almost here and Asheville is so ready. From live music and celebrations to hiking and festivals, summer is when the 828 comes alive.Get ready to get outside with this guide featuring 15+ summer events happening between May and August. Downtown After 5 | Third Friday of the month, April-September | 5-9 p.m. | North Lexington Avenue, Downtown Asheville | Free | Filling downtown with music each summer, the series also includes food + drink vendors, a marketplace, and a nonprofit beneficiary.Anno XI | Saturday, June 15 | 12 p.m. | Burial Beer Co. Forestry Camp, 10 Shady Oak...…Summer’s almost here and Asheville is so ready. From live music and celebrations to hiking and festivals, summer is when the 828 comes alive.Get ready to get outside with this guide featuring 15+ summer events happening between May and August. Downtown After 5 | Third Friday of the month, April-September | 5-9 p.m. | North Lexington Avenue, Downtown Asheville | Free | Filling downtown with music each summer, the series also includes food + drink vendors, a marketplace, and a nonprofit beneficiary.Anno XI | Saturday, June 15 | 12 p.m. | Burial Beer Co. Forestry Camp, 10 Shady Oak...WW…

Cinco de Mayo honors Mexico’s victory over French forces in the Battle of Puebla in 1862 — a major symbol of the country’s fight for independence. Whether you’re looking to celebrate Cinco De Mayo with mariachis or margaritas, we’ve got you covered with seven San Antonio events you don’t want to miss. Que no pare la fiesta and enjoy margarita deals, tequila flights + taco stands. The party is free and starts at 1 p.m. Don’t miss: The tequila stand is handing out free shots for a limited time. The party starts at 11 a.m. + features a local artisan market, live music,...…Cinco de Mayo honors Mexico’s victory over French forces in the Battle of Puebla in 1862 — a major symbol of the country’s fight for independence. Whether you’re looking to celebrate Cinco De Mayo with mariachis or margaritas, we’ve got you covered with seven San Antonio events you don’t want to miss. Que no pare la fiesta and enjoy margarita deals, tequila flights + taco stands. The party is free and starts at 1 p.m. Don’t miss: The tequila stand is handing out free shots for a limited time. The party starts at 11 a.m. + features a local artisan market, live music,...WW…

Hungry for a bargain? We hunted down the best meal deals here in Asheville so you don’t have to. Here are 20+ local restaurant deals to take advantage of each day of the week. Tall John’s, 152 Montford Ave. | Get half-off apps every day from 4 to 5 p.m.Leo’s House of Thirst, 1055 Haywood Rd. | Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, you can enjoy a $29 prix fixe lunch menu with a gourmet sandwich, soup, salad, and dessert.Isa’s Bistro, 1 Battery Park Ave. | On Fridays and Saturdays, dine on a 12 oz. portion of prime rib with potatoes and seasonal vegetables for $41. ...…Hungry for a bargain? We hunted down the best meal deals here in Asheville so you don’t have to. Here are 20+ local restaurant deals to take advantage of each day of the week. Tall John’s, 152 Montford Ave. | Get half-off apps every day from 4 to 5 p.m.Leo’s House of Thirst, 1055 Haywood Rd. | Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, you can enjoy a $29 prix fixe lunch menu with a gourmet sandwich, soup, salad, and dessert.Isa’s Bistro, 1 Battery Park Ave. | On Fridays and Saturdays, dine on a 12 oz. portion of prime rib with potatoes and seasonal vegetables for $41. ...WW…

We may not boast the number of bagel shops that New York City does, but Asheville has its gems. If you’re looking to get that crispy-on-the-outside, chewy-on-the-inside, cream-cheese-smothered, perfectly golden fix — keep drooling er, we mean reading.Jersey South Bagel Co. After launching this March, the New Jersey-style shop rolls, boils, and bakes fresh bagels available for pickup or delivery. Just head over to Instagram to place your order of flavors like everything, sesame, and jalapeno cheddar.Asheville Bagel Co.Bagels from this family biz are a hot commodity — pre-orders are full for...…We may not boast the number of bagel shops that New York City does, but Asheville has its gems. If you’re looking to get that crispy-on-the-outside, chewy-on-the-inside, cream-cheese-smothered, perfectly golden fix — keep drooling er, we mean reading.Jersey South Bagel Co. After launching this March, the New Jersey-style shop rolls, boils, and bakes fresh bagels available for pickup or delivery. Just head over to Instagram to place your order of flavors like everything, sesame, and jalapeno cheddar.Asheville Bagel Co.Bagels from this family biz are a hot commodity — pre-orders are full for...WW…

With the 2024 NFL Draft in the rear view mirror, let’s pivot to the NFL Alumni Super Bowl of Golf: Qualifier happening at TPC San Antonio on Monday, May 6 — a golfing event aiming to raise $500,000 for the NFL Alumni’s non-profit, Caring for Kids, and local non-profits like Eva’s Heroes. City Editor Adriana caught up with former Holmes Huskie, UT Longhorn, and Green Bay Packer, Johnny Walker, to discuss the association, the tournament, and his ties to the Alamo City.Please note, responses from Johnny Walker have been edited for length and clarity. The NFL Alumni got together and...…With the 2024 NFL Draft in the rear view mirror, let’s pivot to the NFL Alumni Super Bowl of Golf: Qualifier happening at TPC San Antonio on Monday, May 6 — a golfing event aiming to raise $500,000 for the NFL Alumni’s non-profit, Caring for Kids, and local non-profits like Eva’s Heroes. City Editor Adriana caught up with former Holmes Huskie, UT Longhorn, and Green Bay Packer, Johnny Walker, to discuss the association, the tournament, and his ties to the Alamo City.Please note, responses from Johnny Walker have been edited for length and clarity. The NFL Alumni got together and...WW…

We get it, it can be difficult to make friends as an adult, especially if you’re new to the city. We’ve even stumbled upon several Reddit threads asking about this, so hey friends, we’re here to help. There are several groups in Indy that are focused on bringing people together, building community, and creating opportunities for people to make friends in the city. This group on social media is all about women creating friendships in the Circle City. It recently launched in January and has several upcoming events including a Galentine’s Get Together on Saturday, Feb. 17, a Mom...…We get it, it can be difficult to make friends as an adult, especially if you’re new to the city. We’ve even stumbled upon several Reddit threads asking about this, so hey friends, we’re here to help. There are several groups in Indy that are focused on bringing people together, building community, and creating opportunities for people to make friends in the city. This group on social media is all about women creating friendships in the Circle City. It recently launched in January and has several upcoming events including a Galentine’s Get Together on Saturday, Feb. 17, a Mom...WW…