Adventure Runs Right Through Here
Hot Springs might be a small town, but it packs a big punch for outdoor lovers and history buffs alike. Whether you’re soaking in the natural mineral springs, rafting the French Broad, or hiking straight through town on the iconic Appalachian Trail, there’s always something to discover around here.
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LATEST NEWS
Board of Aldermen Holds Public Hearing on Three Grant Projects
July 16, 2026
The Town of Hot Springs Board of Aldermen met on July 13, 2026, and conducted routine board business before turning to the main item on the agenda: a public hearing on three projects the town is preparing to submit for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding through the North Carolina Department of Commerce.
Have Your Say on July 13: Public Hearings on Two Grant Applications
June 16, 2026
Hot Springs is still rebuilding from Tropical Storm Helene, and several new opportunities could help move that work forward. The Town is preparing three grant applications to fund key recovery and resilience projects, an…
Community Center and Old Jail Redesign: Design Concepts Presented at May 21st Public Session
June 5, 2026
On May 21st, the Town of Hot Springs and Rebuild Hot Springs Area hosted the second community design session for the Andrews Ave Community Center and Old Jail. Four volunteer architects and designers presented conceptual…
Hot Springs Gravel Gauntlet — Here’s What Locals and Motorists Should Know
May 15, 2026
The Hot Springs Gravel Gauntlet takes place Friday, May 15th and Saturday, May 16th, bringing over 400 riders to our roads. Expect bicycle traffic on US 25/70 and River Road, with wave starts at 9:00, 9:30, and 10:00 AM …
Community Invited to Help Shape Future of Hot Springs Community Center and Old Jail
March 15, 2026
Hot Springs invites you to a community input session on the design of the Bill Whitten Community Center & historic Old Jail. Join us March 19 at 11 AM during the town’s Thursday recovery meeting.
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