Good morning, this is your Asheville Local Frequency for 2026-06-15. We’ll start with the weather, because that shapes just about everything you’ll do today. Asheville is waking up to mild temperatures and partly cloudy skies, with afternoon highs expected in the upper 70s to low 80s and a small chance of showers popping up later in the day. It should feel pleasant enough for a lunchtime walk downtown or an evening on the patio at your favorite brewery, but keep an eye on the sky if you are planning something outdoors. In local government and community news, Buncombe County is moving ahead with its newly adopted 484.4 million dollar budget for the upcoming fiscal year. That spending plan, approved earlier this month, sets priorities for schools, public safety, and social services, and it is the framework that will shape everything from teacher support to emergency response in the year ahead. For residents of nearby Black Mountain, there is a public hearing on the town’s budget this evening at 6 p.m. at Town Hall on Midland Avenue, a chance for neighbors to speak directly about how their tax dollars are used. If you are looking to get involved or get moving, there is plenty happening across Asheville today. A B Tech opens fall semester registration, so anyone thinking about upskilling, changing careers, or finally finishing that degree can start locking in classes that begin in late August. Over in East Asheville, fitness fans can check out sessions at ISI Elite Training on Tunnel Road, where their June schedule is in full swing for anyone wanting a structured workout community. Food access is also front and center this week. MANNA FoodBank has kicked off its mobile market schedule for the days ahead, sending trucks across Western North Carolina to help families stretch their grocery budgets and keep pantries full. If you or someone you know could use that support, it is worth checking their calendar for times and locations. And for those already looking toward the weekend and beyond, the River Arts District is gearing up for the RAD Half Marathon and 10K, a race that doubles as a celebration of Asheville’s creative heartbeat, winding past studios, murals, and warehouses turned galleries. Local makers are also busy preparing for the 2026 Asheville Quilt Show, with a reminder that quilt entries need to be in by June 19, a showcase of the region’s fabric artistry and storytelling in stitches. This has been Asheville Local Frequency. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. For more http://www.quietplease.ai Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta