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Judge Martin seeks election to Buncombe County District Court bench

Here’s the press release from Matthew Martin: Judge Martin seeks election to Buncombe County District Court bench Judicial candidate is committed to protecting children, focusing on domestic violence and addressing unique service-related issues of veterans. ASHEVILLE, N.C. (January 29, 2014) – J. Matthew Martin announced today that he is seeking election to the Buncombe County […]

Local students take home awards from the 2014 Junior Theater Festival

Press release Local students take home awards from the 2014 Junior Theater Festival Students from Asheville Performing Arts Academy in Asheville and MusicWorks Studio of Performing Arts in Clyde won a Freddie G Award for Excellence in Ensemble Work at the 2014 Junior Theater Festival happening January 17, 18 and 19 at the Cobb Galleria […]

Protecting Bob Moog’s Big Briar Cove

From Southern Appalachian Highland’s Conservancy: Musicians around the world know the name Bob Moog and respect his groundbreaking innovations in electronic instruments. However, what they may not know is that a quiet cove outside Asheville, NC provided a setting of respite and inspiration to nourish his uncanny genius. In December, the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy […]

2014 Wilderness Skills Institute applications now available

Press release: The Appalachian Trail Conservancy, the Southern Appalachian Wilderness Stewards (SAWS) [a project of The Wilderness Society], and the United States Forest Service opened the application period today for the Wilderness Skills Institute (WSI), a training program for Wilderness stewardship and management. In its fourth year, WSI is scheduled for May 19 – 30, […]

Dine to be Kind fundraiser for Asheville Humane Society on March 11

Press release Eat out at more than 50 area restaurants to benefit Asheville Humane Society and its Animal Compassion Network Department’s lifesaving programs that serve Buncombe County’s neediest animals. Asheville Humane Society and its Animal Compassion Network Department are gearing up for the 11th Annual “Dine to be Kind” fundraiser that takes place Tuesday, March […]

Valentine’s day “dinner date” at The Venue

Press release Valentine’s day “dinner date” at The Venue On February 14, 2014, The Venue owner and event planner Marta Bodenhorst and her team are hosting their first signature event: a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner with wining, dining, and musical entertainment by members of the Asheville Symphony Orchestra. Featuring an art deco-inspired façade and spacious, […]

Asheville Symphony presents a masterclass with violinist Elena Urioste

Press release Asheville Symphony presents a masterclass with violinist Elena Urioste Photo by Alessandra Tinozzi. The Asheville Symphony will present a masterclass with Sphinx competition winner and BBC New Generation artist, violinist Elena Urioste. Friday February 7th, 4:00pm Reuter Center on the campus of UNC Asheville Ms. Urioste will work with three up and coming […]

The Bob Moog Foundation announces additions to its archives

Press release The Bob Moog Foundation announces additions to its archives Michelle Moog-Koussa, executive director of the Bob Moog Foundation™ (BMF) and daughter of inventor Bob Moog, today announced additions to the Asheville-based foundation’s archives including over 1,000 schematic drawings from 1965 to 1985; several rare prototypes, including a Moog Apollo synthesizer (the Apollo became […]

News and Observer: Blue Cross reverses course, will offer family coverage to same-sex couples in NC

From the News and Observer: Blue Cross and Blue Shield has reversed its policy of refusing health insurance to gay households under the Affordable Care Act and apologized for canceling family coverage of same-sex couples and domestic partners in North Carolina. The state’s largest insurer said Wednesday it will now offer family coverage for gays […]

Citizen-Times: teacher, environmental activist running for Congress against Rep. McHenry

From the Asheville Citizen-Times: Owen’s champion soccer coach who led an Erin Brockovich-style campaign to clean up industrial pollution in his neighborhood is now running for Congress. A high school social studies teacher, Tate MacQueen said he is seeking the 10th District seat out of a sense of obligation to neighbors, students, and fellow teachers. […]

Moogfest announces lineup additions: M.I.A, Petshop Boys and more

Press release Moogfest announces lineup additions: M.I.A, Petshop Boys and more Image from billboard.com. Pet Shop Boys, M.I.A., Flying Lotus, and Dillon Francis Join Moogfest 2014 Music Headliners Kraftwerk 3-D and CHIC Featuring Nile Rogers. Nick Zinner, Dan Deacon, Bradford Cox, and David X. Cohen Join Laurie Anderson and Giorgio Moroder as Moogfest Daytime Presenters. […]

Update on city trash, recycling delays due to weather

From the city of Asheville: ***UPDATE*** As of 10 a.m. Wednesday, some sanitation trucks are operating, but residents should still anticipate delays as crews catch up with backlogged pickup. Please leave cans by the curb.*** ASHEVILLE – Icy road conditions continue to delay garbage and recycling collection today, Wednesday, January 29, 2014. Residents from Tuesday, […]

Ashvegas update: More details on new West Asheville coffee shop

“Ashvegas” (aka Jason Sandford) reported on Jan. 9 that a new coffee café is coming to 800 Haywood Road in West Asheville: Odds Cafe. The building is next to the former Digable Pizza (and that spot’s under renovation). This week, Ashvegas provides an update on café owner Audrie Blomquist’s plans: Audrie, whose nickname has always […]

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