Asheville, NC

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About Asheville, NC

As a resort and therapeutic health center since the 1880s, Asheville has long been a destination for people searching for a mountain escape. This city renowned for its vibrant musical, literary and performing arts scenes, art deco architecture, stunning mountain vistas and abundant recreation offerings – from hiking along the Blue Ridge Parkway to forest zipline tours. Asheville is also well known for its independent restaurants.

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Asheville Savvy	Hunter Banks
Asheville School	Jonas Gerard Fine Art
Asheville Specialty Hospital	Lake Pointe Landing
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College	MAHEC Dental Health Center
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Carolina Day School	Parsec Financial
Christ School	Pisgah Valley Retirement Community
Deerfield Episcopal Retirement Community	Quality Inn & Suites
Four Seasons	Salvation Army of Asheville
Givens Estates	The Farm

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