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What's up Old Fort! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

Coming up on the calendar:

  • Trek Asheville Trail Days at Old Fort Picnic Area
  • Community Dinner and Holiday Market
  • Sound Bath @ Old Fort Yoga — Asheville Sonic Blessings

... and check out 2 more events on the calendar!

Find out what's happening in Old Fortfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: What did one tuna say to the other after getting caught stealing files from work? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Old Fortfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy and cooler, with a high of 43 and low of 25 degrees.
  • Friday: Partial sunshine, temps: high: 54, low: 30.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, with a high of 56 and low of 32 degrees.

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  • Smurfit Westrock posted a job opening for Nightshift Sheeter Operator in Marion. Apply here.
  • Mellott Company posted a job opening for Welder MM in Marion. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Old Fort here.

🗞 Nearby News

Black Mountain

  • 'It is definitely a story': Black Mountain mayor says amid town manager's resignation (wlos.com)
  • Exploring North Carolina's Best Winter Spots for Solo Travelers (columbuscountynews.com)
  • Pawsome Birthday 12.09.25 (wlos.com)

Marion

  • From the archives: Here's a look at photos from McDowell County this week in 1989 (mcdowellnews.com)
  • Families left in limbo as government buyout program stalls after Helene (wlos.com)

Ok Old Fort! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I could get canned for this!
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