Fish Unseen for Decades Return to the Swannanoa River

Episode transcript

Maggie: This is Good News Asheville, your daily dose of good, for Tuesday, October 6, 2026.

Ben: Hi everyone, I'm Ben, and I'm Maggie. We're so glad you're joining us today.

Maggie: Good News Asheville is made possible by Dylan Lennon, Realtor with Unique: A Real Estate Collective, helping neighbors buy and sell homes all across Western North Carolina.

Ben: We start today in the Swannanoa River, where some incredible news has surfaced. Fish species that hadn't been seen in decades have turned up again.

Maggie: It's a really hopeful sign that the river's ecosystem is recovering, and it's wonderful news for local anglers and residents living along the Swannanoa.

Ben: Over in Waynesville, the town is developing a brand new pedestrian plan to make its growing community safer and much more walkable.

Maggie: And speaking of local spots, Asheville's food scene keeps growing. A new all-you-can-eat sushi spot has opened up, and Highland Brewing has some Cold Mountain-related news.

Ben: Also, a local breast cancer survivor is sharing her story during Breast Cancer Awareness Month to encourage women to get screened early.

Maggie: That's such an important reminder.

Ben: Now for a quick round of microdoses from around the mountains.

Maggie: Swannanoa is getting one point seven six million dollars in grants to bring new sidewalks to the community.

Ben: And in Henderson County, Helene survivors are finally moving forward with home buyouts.

Maggie: That's all for today. You can get your daily dose of good in your inbox with our free newsletter at good news asheville dot com.

Ben: Have a wonderful Tuesday, and we'll talk to you tomorrow.

Adapted from Good News Asheville - October 6, 2026 - Issue #138.