Asheville Reporter

The City of Asheville experienced disruptions in services on December 3, 2024, due to icy road conditions and cold weather. ART Transit services resumed at noon, with three routes affected: N1, N2, and W1. These routes faced detours due to the weather conditions. Other routes continued with regular or previously established detours.

City street teams worked early in the morning to grit streets after witnessing several accidents caused by black ice. They urged residents, particularly those in high elevations, to drive cautiously. The city encouraged community members to stay updated through its social media channels and website.

ART Transit initially suspended service because of icy roads but planned to resume operations once conditions improved. Sanitation services were also delayed until road safety could be assured.

Asheville Parks & Recreation Community Centers operated on an inclement weather schedule for the day. Childcare was available at Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center and Tempie Avery Montford Community Center from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., catering to students from Buncombe County Schools and Asheville City Schools respectively. A fee of $5 per child was charged for indoor activities and games.

Burton Street and Murphy-Oakley community centers remained closed for the day. Other centers opened from noon until 6 p.m., although regular programs were canceled along with all sports leagues and athletics practices.

Community centers open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. included Tempie Avery Montford Community Center for Asheville City Schools students and Linwood Crump Shiloh Community Center for Buncombe County Schools students.

The Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center, Grove Street Community Center, Harvest House Community Center, and Stephens-Lee Community Center were open from noon until 6 p.m., though regular programs were not held.