Wicked Weed Brewing Announces Hurricane Hero as Winner of "You Deserve An Upgrade" Contest
$10,000-valued prize to help Asheville local rebuild art studio following Helene, with the official announcement taking place on National IPA Day ASHEVILLE, N.C., Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wicked Weed Brewing is excited to reveal that local artist Matthew Decker has been selected as the grand prize winner of its inaugural "You Deserve An Upgrade" Contest — a community-driven campaign to recognize and reward individuals who go above and beyond for others. Decker will receive an upgrade prize valued at $10,000 for equipment and supplies to him to rebuild his art studio post Hurricane Helene. Download photos here. The official announcement was made on August 7, National IPA Day, at Wicked Weed's Brewpub located at 91 Biltmore Ave. in Asheville, NC. The festivities continue on Saturday, August 9, with a full "Upgrade Your IPA" celebration at the same location featuring beer specials, live music from Payton Smith, ...
