The Hendersonville Times-News reported Tuesday that the Henderson County School Board decided Monday to extend the school year one week in order to make up for the snow days earlier this winter. According to Superintendent David Jones, the extension allows for the school system to keep its original dates for spring break and prevents students […]
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AC-T: Point University backs out of merger with Montreat College
Citing “complications involving legal agreements” and concerns in Montreat, Point University officials said Tuesday the school will not pursue a merger with Montreat College, the Asheville Citizen-Times reported Tuesday. The Point Board of Trustees released a statement Tuesday morning. “After careful and prayerful consideration, the board of trustees of Point University has determined, due to […]
Snow back in Asheville area forecast
Just as the weather turns colder, snow is back in the forecast for the Asheville area. The National Weather Services says snow is possible Tuesday night, but little or no accumulation is expected. Lows will be in upper 20s. Expect mostly cloudy skies Wednesday with a slight chance of snow again in the morning. The […]
Mission Health announces concussion awareness event
Press Release Mission Health WHAT: More than ‘Getting Your Bell Rung’: Concussion in the Youth/Recreational Athlete, Community Awareness Event WHEN: Friday evening, February 28, 2014 WHERE: MAHEC Mary C. Nesbitt Biltmore Campus, 121 Hendersonville Rd., Asheville, NC 28803 WHO: MAHEC – Drs. Aaron Vaughan, Craig Burnworth, Richard Lytle and Bret Sleight, along with athletic trainer […]
Black Mountain College Museum announces free admission for 20th anniversary
Press Release Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center As part of its continuing celebration of the 80th year anniversary of the founding of Black Mountain College (BMC) and the 20th year anniversary of the founding of the Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center (BMCM+AC), the Board of BMCM+AC has approved a new admissions […]
WNCA announces volunteer orientations in March
Press Release Western North Carolina Alliance Want to volunteer but can’t decide which opportunity is the best fit? Come to one or more of these orientations to learn more. Orientations are on the following Tuesdays, from 5:30-7 p.m. Come at 5:30 for social time and snacks. The program starts at 6. Please note that each […]
Seen Sasquatch? WLOS reports on search in WNC mountains
You haven’t seen Sasquatch have you? WLOS reports that the search for Sasquatch is a booming business. According to a report Monday on WLOS, a group of local investigators believes one of the world’s most elusive creatures may be living right here in the mountains. The Unexplained Investigators is a group of paranormal investigators based […]
WLOS: New program brings deer back to Cherokee land
WLOS reports there are 21 more deer roaming Cherokee land because of a new tribal program. Wildlife officials are moving deer from the over-populated Morrow Mountain State Park and sending them to Cherokee because there are fewer deer on the reservation because of over-hunting years ago. “The fur trade was a really big industry here, […]
AC-T: Fire destroys 2 homes in Black Mountain
The Asheville Citizen-Times reported Tuesday that a fire destroyed two homes and damaged another Monday afternoon in a mountainside development near Black Mountain. Investigators had not released a cause or origin of the fire, which was reported about 3:40 p.m. in the area of Old Toll Road and Sky Drive. Firefighters with the Black Mountain […]
Asheville Vintage Toy meet up on Feb. 27
Press release Vintage Toy meet up on Feb. 27 A meet up for vintage toy collectors in downtown Asheville Nc. This is a FREE event that is for collectors to meet each other and show-off, sell, trade, swap toys in their collections. The event will take place at GALLERY MIA starting at 6:30pm. If you […]
State environmental officials start sampling fish tissue near Dan River coal ash spill
Press Release From N.C. Department of Environmental and Natural Resources: RALEIGH – Scientists with the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources started Monday collecting fish in the Dan River in Eden near the site of the coal ash spill to begin fish tissue testing, which will help determine if fish are safe to eat. […]
UNCA announces 2014 homecoming activities
Press Release University of North Carolina Asheville UNC Asheville will hold its Homecoming 2014 celebration, from February 27-March 2. With the theme “Bulldogs on Broadway,” alumni and students will stage the annual Homecoming Parade, Lip Synch and Step Show. Events open to the public include the following: The Homecoming Parade, Pep Rally and Athletics Hall […]
Waynesville Parks and Rec to hold softball league meeting
Press Release Town of Waynesville The Waynesville Parks and Recreation Department will conduct an organizational meeting for the ISA Church (Co-ed) Softball Leagues on Tuesday, March 4, at 7:30 pm at the Waynesville Recreation Center. This is a mandatory meeting for all team representatives interested in entering a team in the league. Please bring a […]
WCU announces Trail of Tears exhibit opening and talk Feb. 27
Press Release Western Carolina University Western Carolina University’s Mountain Heritage Center and the North Carolina Chapter of the Trail of Tears Association will host a reception and talk on Thursday, Feb. 27, celebrating the exhibit “Fewer Footprints and More Tears: Commemorating the 175th Anniversary of the Trail of Tears.” The reception will begin at 6 […]
Wicked Weed Brewing and New Belgium Brewing release collaboration beer
Here’s the press release from Wicked Weed Brewing: Asheville, NC— Wicked Weed Brewing teamed up with soon-to-be local New Belgium Brewing to brew a collaboration beer in Fort Collins, Co. A limited amount of the collaboration beer –a Brettanomyces IPA or Brett IPA– has made it to the east coast to be released March 8th […]
Ashvegas: New restaurants opening soon in West Asheville
Ashvegas cites four new independent restaurant openings in West Asheville in the coming weeks: Asheville Sandwich Shop, King Daddy’s Chicken & Waffles, Nine Mile West and Buffalo Nickel. From Ashvegas: There’s more. A new barbecue joint is going in next door to the Haywood Quick Stop convenience store at the Haywood/I-240 intersection. … There’s also […]
WCU hosts re-enactment of national Women’s Suffrage Parade of 1913 on March 3
Press Release From Western Carolina University: CULLOWHEE – A re-enactment of the national Women’s Suffrage Parade of 1913 in which thousands of women marched in Washington, D.C., to demand the right to vote will be held on Monday, March 3, at Western Carolina University. WCU’s chapter of Delta Sigma Theta sorority is coordinating the re-enactment, […]
Red Cross Month means continued support of upcoming blood donation opportunities in WNC
Press Release From American Red Cross: Buncombe County, NC March, 2014 — Blood donors are Everyday Heroes who help save lives. During Red Cross Month, the American Red Cross recognizes these lifesavers, thanks them for their generosity and encourages others to join their ranks. “Red Cross Month is an ideal time for people to show […]
Wild South announces annual Conservation Awards nominees, presented March 21 at Orange Peel
Press Release From Wild South: ASHEVILLE, NC – Regional conservation non-profit Wild South announced today the Nominee Finalists for its 6th Annual Roosevelt-Ashe Conservation Awards. The awards will recognize and honor outstanding work in 2013 to protect wild places and wild things in the South. This year’s nominees represent five Southern states and exemplify dedication […]
Jazz artist Lonnie Smith to perform for the first time in Asheville at Isis Music Hall
Press Release From Charlie Traveler Presents: Legendary Jazzman and Hammond B3 guru, the father of acid-jazz, Dr. Lonnie Smith is coming to Asheville for the first time to perform at Isis! Isis Restaurant & Music Hall 743 Haywood Rd. Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 575-2737 www.isisasheville.com March 21 || 8pm || All Ages || $25adv. / […]
Buncombe County provides summary of recent election law changes
Here’s the info via the Buncombe County website: Summary of Recent Election Law Changes Recent law changes in North Carolina affect election dates and voting in elections. Read on for a summary of the changes. Same Day Registration Persons who are not registered to vote in a county can no longer register to vote in […]