News Bulletins

TTimes: Former inn to house Brevard College students

Students of Brevard College will have a new option for off-campus housing this fall following the announcement of a housing complex to be constructed in one of the units of the former Rodeway Inn, according to the Transylvania Times. The complex – named Holly Cottage, according to a Brevard College press release – will house approximately 38 students for […]

One Feather: Cherokee Preservation Foundation’s Community Celebration set for May 9

From Cherokee One Feather: The Cherokee Preservation Foundation (CPF) will host its annual Community Celebration on Friday, May 9 at the Yellowhill Activity Center from 11:30am – 2pm.  The Community Celebration is an event for members of the Cherokee community to see the various projects funded by the CPF throughout the year. It also gives […]

Air quality forecast for Monday, April 28: MODERATE

Monday, April 28 is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridge tops of Buncombe County. This means that unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion. For more information, contact: WNC Regional Air Quality Agency Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 250-6777 or visit  N.C. Division of Air Quality

City of Asheville water interruption on Caribou Road on May 1

From press release: The City of Asheville has scheduled the following water interruptions for water valve and hydrant replacements, general system maintenance, or connection of a new water line by a contractor into the city’s water system. Surrounding areas may experience no water to low pressure during these interruptions.  When the work is completed, customers […]

NC League of Conservation Voters announces 2014 Green Tie winners

From press release: RALEIGH – NC League of Conservation Voters announced today the recipients of its annual Green Tie Awards. The Green Tie Awards honor legislators who have stepped up, spoken out, and carried water for environmental issues at the General Assembly. Whether it’s sponsoring pro-active legislation that will help clean up or protect our […]

Public feedback sought on 2014-2024 Solid Waste and Materials Management Plan

From press release: RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources is inviting the public to provide feedback on the draft 2014-2024 state Solid Waste and Materials Management Plan, which details the status of solid waste management in North Carolina and plans for handling waste in the next decade. The N.C. Division of Waste […]

Asheville wins award for firefighter distance training system

Press release from City of Asheville: ASHEVILLE – When people need help quickly, it is critical to make sure all the right pieces are in place. That’s why the City of Asheville developed a video training tool that allows firefighters to remain at their posts as they hone their skills, technology that earned the city […]

AC-T: Caleb Johnson 2 votes away from homecoming parade

Rock singer Caleb Johnson is now just two “American Idol” votes away from an Asheville homecoming parade, according to a report in the Asheville Citizen-Times. Johnson was safe again in this week’s voting results show, which aired Thursday on Fox. Johnson will sing next week among the top 5 on Wednesday’s live performance show. In […]

Asheville Chamber Music Series Final Concert of the Season, May 2

From a press release: Asheville Chamber Music Series Final Concert of the Season, May 2 The Asheville Chamber Music Series (ACMS) will present its final concert of the 2013-14 season with a performance by the acclaimed American Chamber Players, Friday, May 2nd at the Biltmore United Methodist Church at the corner of Hendersonville Road and […]

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