January is the season of fresh starts and your cleaning routine deserves one, too. Whether you’re already committed to non-toxic living or just starting to question what’s under your sink, small changes can make a big difference for your home, your health, and the mountains we call home. To kick off the new year, here are 26 green cleaning resolutions for 2026, designed to be realistic, doable, and perfectly suited to Asheville living. 1. Read ingredient labels (even on “natural” products)...

The holidays are full of joy, good food, sparkling lights—and, let’s be honest, a surprising amount of trash. Between gift wrap, shipping materials, leftovers, décor, and real Christmas trees, December can leave Asheville homes with more waste than any other time of year. Fortunately, Western North Carolina offers plenty of ways to celebrate sustainably. Whether you’re prepping your house for guests or doing a post-holiday reset, here’s how to recycle, compost, and reduce waste in a way...

Thanksgiving is joyful, delicious, and messy. Between gravy splatters, flour clouds from pie prep, and sticky cranberry drips, the kitchen works overtime during the holiday season. Before the chopping, roasting, and taste-testing take over, it’s worth giving your kitchen a quick refresh. Here’s how to get ready for the feast without dousing your counters and floors in harsh chemicals. Step 1: Clear the Counters and Prep Space Start by clearing countertops and the stovetop so you have plenty...