The City of Asheville is highlighting the Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games in its latest episode of the “What’s Up AVL!” radio show. The bi-monthly program, hosted by Sam Parada, features discussions with City staff about ongoing projects and community initiatives.
In this episode, Parks and Recreation staff joined the host to discuss the annual event, which encourages participation from residents aged 50 and older. The Senior Games offer an opportunity for older adults in the community to engage in recreational activities.
The “What’s Up AVL!” show airs live on Wednesdays at noon on WRES 100.7 FM. For those unable to listen live, replays are available Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 12:30 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. on WRES. Previous episodes can also be found on the City of Asheville’s YouTube channel.
Asheville’s municipal operations are managed from City Hall at 70 Court Plaza, which serves as the administrative center for city functions (official website). The city employs a council-manager government structure with elected officials responsible for setting policy and a city manager overseeing daily operations (official website). The mayor and six city council members serve staggered four-year terms (official website).
City services are delivered through various departments such as Public Works, Water Resources, and Planning (official website). Long-term community engagement and sustainable development are guided by initiatives like City Plans (official website).
The radio show continues to provide residents with updates on programs that impact their lives and encourages community involvement.