Wayne Wambles Launches New Brewery | Asheville News

Asheville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

Wayne Wambles, ex-head brewer at Cigar City, is launching his own brewery — a bold move from a legend in the game. Meanwhile, a city-wide recovery effort kicks into gear with four key boards tackling people, environment, housing, and the economy. It’s a reminder that sometimes, one person’s breakthrough — like Maria Beale Fletcher’s historic Miss North Carolina win — can shift the entire landscape. Local groups, including the UFC, are now meeting only when necessary, as 12 resident-led teams take the reins to streamline rebuilding. It’s a story of individual ambition, community resilience…