Press Release From Western Carolina University: CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University’s Office of Continuing and Professional Education will offer two photography workshops at the university’s instructional site at Biltmore Park Town Square in Asheville. Both workshops will be led by professional photographer Les Saucier. The first workshop, “Adobe Lightroom Made Easy,” will be held from […]
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Jackson County Farmers Market to hold a fundraising brunch on Feb. 15
Jackson County Farmers Market From Market Manager Jenny McPherson: The Jackson County Farmers Market will be having a Fundraising Brunch Saturday February 15th to celebrate Valentine’s Day. We will be serving Potato Leek soup and biscuits courtesy of vendors Kathy and Keith Cirka – owners of Backwoods Bakery and Cakeworks. There will be vegan, vegetarian […]
WNC’s Sierra Club addresses the importance of going ‘Beyond Coal’ at CIBO meeting
Kelly Martin of the Western North Carolina Sierra Club’s Beyond Coal initiative spoke at the Council of Independent Business Owners’ Friday, Feb. 7, meeting to address future goals and investments that could help wean the region off coal energy dependency.
‘The Vagina Monologues’ to take stage at Western Carolina University Feb. 28 and March 1
Press Release From Western Carolina University: CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University will host a benefit performance of “The Vagina Monologues” at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 28, and Saturday, March 1, in the Grandroom of A.K. Hinds University Center. “The Vagina Monologues” is a series of monologues written by Eve Ensler to end violence against women […]
New Lens Film series at Western Carolina University focuses on 1960s counterculture
Press Release Western Carolina University: CULLOWHEE –The New Lens Film Series at Western Carolina University will resume Wednesday, Feb. 12, with a screening of “Summer of Love,” a look at the 1960s counterculture movement from the PBS program “American Experience.” The presentation, which is free and open to the public, will be held at 7 […]
Animal Welfare Institute plans lawsuit over red wolf deaths
From Tara C. Zuardo Wildlife Attorney at the Animal Welfare Institute To Whom It May Concern: On October 29 2012 and you did stories on the red wolves being found shot dead in North Carolina (by Jake Frankel). There is a hearing on the next step of this campaign on Tuesday, February 11, 2014 in […]
Henderson County teacher and coach to run for democratic nomination at NC Senate, District 48
Press Release From Rick Wood campaign: Hendersonville, NC – February 6, 2014 – Rick Wood is announcing today that on Monday, February 10, 2014, he will file to become a candidate for the Democratic nomination for the North Carolina Senate, District 48. The District includes all of Henderson County and Transylvania County as well as […]
AC-T: McDowell child dies from carbon monoxide poisoning
Asheville Citizen-Times Staff Reports NEBO — A 12-year-old boy died Friday from apparent monoxide poisoning while two others were hospitalized, according to McDowell County authorities.
Five (or more) questions with Colin Meloy on ‘Wildwood Imperium’
Decemberists frontman and author Colin Meloy and illustrator Carson Ellis will read from the newest in the Wildwood Chronicles series, Imperium, at a book signing hosted by Malaprops on Saturday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m.
Historic John and Landon Carter Mansion open for tours on Tuesdays in February
Press Release From Tennessee State Parks: We are happy to announce that our historic house museum, the John and Landon Carter Mansion, will be open for tours on Tuesdays, February 11th, 18th, and the 25th from Noon to 3 pm. In the event of inclement weather, please call Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area to confirm […]
The Writers’ Workshop announces 25th annual poetry contest and awards
Press Release From The Writers’ Workshop 25th Annual Poetry Contest Deadline: Postmarked by Feb. 28, 2014. The Writers’ Workshop of Asheville is sponsoring its 25th Annual Poetry Contest, open to any writer regardless of residence. The deadline to enter is: postmarked by Feb. 28, 2014. Awards: 1st Place: Your choice of a 3 night stay […]
Rev. Curtis Gatewood spoke at Mars Hill University for Black History Month celebration
Press Release From Mars Hill University: Rev. Curtis Gatewood, community organizer for the North Carolina NAACP and former 2nd vice president for the National NAACP, was the speaker for at Mars Hill University’s weekly Crossroads service on February 4. Gatewood’s visit was part of Mars Hill’s celebration of Black History Month, as well as the […]
Free voter registration, education and protection at YWCA on Feb. 11
WHO: The YWCA of Asheville, AAUW Asheville, and Democracy NC Press Release From YWCA of Asheville: WHAT: Jumpstart the Vote: A free training for those currently involved in or interested in learning more about local voter registration, voter education, and voter protection. This regional training is FREE and open to the public. Light refreshments will […]
Asheville Lyric Opera’s 2014 season to begin with Don Giovanni
Press Release From Asheville Lyric Opera: The new 2014 opera season will begin with Mozart’s dramatic thriller, Don Giovanni on April 4th at 8pm and April 6th at 3pm. Asheville Lyric Opera will introduce a new dynamic production of the infamous retelling of the Spanish fable, Don Juan. ALO is pleased to present nationally acclaimed […]
Ginseng root poacher sentenced to jail time after gathering from Nantahala National Forest
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Two hazardous spills in NC went without public warning for more than 24 hours
Press Release From Western North Carolina Alliance: Just eight days apart, two hazardous spills have threatened North Carolina waterways: a coal ash spill in Eden and a raw sewage spill near Burlington. The coal ash spill was discovered by Duke Energy on Monday, and its officials informed state regulators at the N.C. Department of Environment […]
NC electric cooperative warns of utility bill scam targeting both individuals and businesses
Press Release From North Carolina Electric Cooperatives: RALEIGH, N.C. (February 5, 2014) – North Carolina’s electric cooperatives are warning members to beware of a utility bill scam targeting individuals and businesses statewide. Scam activity has increased significantly in the last few days. Cooperative members across North Carolina have received phone calls from imposters claiming to […]
Malaprops to present ‘Fight for the Future’ tour on Feb. 13
Press Release From Disney Publishing Worldwide: WHAT: “Fight for the Future” tour – THESE BROKEN STARS authors Amie Kaufman & Meagan Spooner are on the road with some special guest authors joining them along the way. They will appear on an author panel at Malaprop’s Bookstore on February 13 at 7:00 pm along with authors […]
Area restaurants prepare for ASAP’s Get Local cheese month
Press Release From Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project: ASHEVILLE, NC (February 5, 2014)—This February enjoy the abundance of Western North Carolina farmstead cheeses at Appalachian Grown™ partner restaurants during ASAP’s Get Local cheese month. Get Local participating restaurants serve up local cheeses all year-round, but they particularly shine in February when local produce can’t steal the […]
What’s Up Asheville: Wellness surveys, raffles and small business branding meetings
Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce E-Newsletter Collecting Local Business Workplace Welless Policies & Best Practices As part of Buncombe County’s Community Health Improvement Process, the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Buncombe County Department of Health & Human Services would like to find out what policies local businesses have in place that support employee […]
Asheville Chamber Music Series to present The Ciompi String Quartet on Feb. 23
Press Release From Asheville Chamber Music Series: Asheville, NC (February 4, 2014) – The Asheville Chamber Music Series (ACMS) will present The Ciompi String Quartet, Sunday afternoon February 23, 2014, at 4:00 PM at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation at the corner of Edwin Place and Charlotte Street. Individual tickets are $35 and are available at […]