Here’s the press release from RiverLink: Asheville, NC – Looking for a way to make your beer dollar go farther? Love craft beer and conservation along the French Broad River watershed? Here’s the perfect event for you. RiverLink is thrilled to be the featured nonprofit of the Oskar Blues/Tasty Weasel Making A Difference Monday program. […]
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Swimming discouraged due to high water levels
Here’s the press release from the U.S. Forest Service: ASHEVILLE, N.C. — The U.S. Forest Service National Forests in North Carolina is urging visitors to the Nantahala and Pisgah National Forests to avoid swimming in the creeks, rivers and streams until water levels recede. Water levels are more than a foot above normal in some […]
Protestors urge McCrory to reject new abortion law
About 20 people rallied July 26 in downtown Asheville to urge Gov. Pat McCrory to keep a campaign promise he made not to sign any new abortion restrictions into law.
WRAL: House changes rules in response to incursion into Speaker’s office involving Rep. Fisher
Here’s an excerpt from a WRAL article, which reports on an incident involving Asheville Rep. Susan Fisher that led to a rule change in the N.C. House: Raleigh, N.C. — House lawmakers amended their chamber rules this morning in response to an incident earlier this month in which five Democratic lawmakers delivered a petition to […]
McHenry co-sponsors Business Development Workshop for Veterans
Here’s the press release from the office of Rep. Patrick McHenry: McHenry Cosponsors Business Development Workshop for Veterans Veterans interested in learning about available resources encouraged to attend Hickory– Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) announced today that he will cosponsor a business development workshop for veterans and service disabled veterans on Friday July 26 from 8:30 […]
Annual Asheville Metro Economy Outlook event set for Aug. 8
Here’s the press release from the Economic Development Coalition for Asheville: PARSEC FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT PRESENTS THE 14th ANNUAL ASHEVILLE METRO ECONOMY OUTLOOK The 14th Annual Asheville Metro Economy Outlook, a presentation of the latest significant economic trends at the local and national level, will be offered by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce and Economic […]
Oldest European fort in the inland U.S. discovered in WNC
Carolina Public Press: List of state budget’s key impacts on WNC
A new North Carolina state budget proposal could have a big impact on Western North Carolina. With the General Assembly planning to vote on the $20.6 billion biennial spending plan this week, here’s a look at some of the key provisions that are likely to effect the region.
REI supports ‘Smokies Trails Forever’ program and volunteers
Here’s the press release from Friends of Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Waynesville, North Carolina – Friends of the Smokies, and any hiker who has hiked the Forney Ridge trail by Clingmans Dome to spectacular mountain ridge views, are thankful to Trails Forever volunteers and the support the Smokies Trails Forever program receives from Recreational […]
Reynolds Foundation awards $60,000 to Asheville City Schools Foundation
Here’s the press release from the Asheville City Schools Foundation: Asheville, N.C. (July 23, 2013) – Asheville City Schools Foundation (ACSF) promotes educational success for all Asheville City Schools students by engaging and mobilizing students, teachers, parents, and the entire community in building strong public schools. Trustees of the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation recently awarded […]
Sheriff’s office holding July 24 community meeting in Swannanoa
Here’s the info via the Buncombe County website: The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is holding a community meeting at the Swannanoa Fire Department, Bee Tree Station, on Wednesday, July 24 at 6:00 p.m. Sheriff Van Duncan will be in attendance to hear first-hand about issues and concerns that residents have about their community. The Sheriff’s […]
News Observer: NAACP and other voting rights groups appeal GOP-drawn districts
Here’s an excerpt from the Raleigh News & Observer article: The state NAACP, a group of Democratic voters and other voter-rights organizations are taking their fight against the legislative and congressional boundaries drawn by Republicans to the state’s highest court. “We know, without a doubt that the battle for voting rights is one that must […]
Winston-Salem Journal editorial: Long, hard fight for sterilization compensation is almost won
Here’s an excerpt from the Winston-Salem Journal: Cheers to state House Speaker Thom Tillis and Senate President Pro Tem Phil Berger for agreeing on a budget that finally includes compensation for the living victims of the state’s forced sterilization program. Once the members of their chambers approve this budget, it heads to Gov. Pat McCrory, […]
Study supports effectiveness of wilderness-based therapy programs
Here’s the press release from Circles Recovery Center: Outcomes Research Study Reveals Strong Effectiveness of Wilderness-Based Therapy Programs For Young Adults Struggling With Substance Abuse and Dependence Four Circles Recovery Center is raising the bar in treatment by better understanding their treatment population, improving the quality of programming HORSESHOE, N.C. (July 22, 2013) – Four […]
Martin Ramsey jumps into Asheville mayoral race, triggering primary
Photo by Max Cooper Martin Ramsey, a local activist who works at Early Girl Eatery, announced July 20 that he’s running for mayor of Asheville. That sets up an Oct. 8 primary election between Ramsey, incumbent City Council member Esther Manheimer and John Miall, the city’s retired director of risk management. The two candidates who […]
Face to face: County residents air concerns at community meetings
Three recent community meetings gave Buncombe County residents a chance to raise concerns with the Board of Commissioners.
WCQS hires new Morning Edition host
Here’s the press release from WCQS: Asheville, NC – WCQS listeners will soon wake up to a new voice on weekday mornings. After an extensive search, WCQS/Western North Carolina Public Radio hired Greta Johnsen as Morning Edition host /reporter. She’ll begin her new duties July 22nd. Johnsen comes to WCQS from WBEZ in Chicago. A […]
Moog foundation objects to archives going to NY
A move to ship Bob Moog’s archives from Asheville to New York is creating family discord over the best way to preserve the late inventor’s legacy.
AC-T: Buncombe elections director on hot seat
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: A new Republican appointee to the Buncombe County Board of Elections wants to force out longtime Elections Director Trena Parker, a move Parker supporters say would undermine public confidence in the voting process. The other new Republican appointee to the three-member board declined to be sworn in […]
Meeting on building a N. Asheville dog park set for July 18 tonight
Here’s the press release from the Friends of North Asheville Dog Park group, which includes Asheville City Council member Chris Pelly: North Asheville Dog Park Public Meeting July 18, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. The Friends of North Asheville Dog Park will host a meeting to invite public comment on the Friend’s proposal to develop dog […]
Buncombe County offers tips to deal with hot weather
Here’s the press release from Buncombe County: Take Care of Yourself and Others When it’s Hot Hotter weather is on the way, increasing concerns about heat-related illness, which can be very serious. Extreme heat can cause more illness among the elderly, young children and those who have chronic diseases. Heat-related illnesses happen when your body […]