Press release from Asheville GreenWorks: Asheville GreenWorks is pleased to announce the winners of its 2019 Environmental Excellence Awards, which recognize outstanding achievements in environmental sustainability by individuals, organizations, schools and businesses located in Asheville and throughout Buncombe County. The winners will be honored at the Environmental Awards Night and Trashion Show on Saturday, April […]
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Aeroflow and Diaper Bank of NC host diaper drive April 22-26
Press release from Aeroflow Healthcare: Aeroflow Healthcare is partnering with the Diaper Bank of North Carolina to host a diaper drive from April 22-26, with donations to benefit McDowell County families in need. Anyone wishing to donate can bring diapers in sizes 4, 5 and 6 to Aeroflow’s headquarters at 3165 Sweeten Creek Road in […]
SAHC protects 385 acres of farmland in Rogers Cove
Press release from the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy: Hugged by mountains and tucked away in the scenic Crabtree community of Haywood County, Rogers Cove contains beautiful rolling pastures and forested hills that stir the imagination. The Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy (SAHC) has permanently protected 385 acres of productive, scenic farmland in this cove through agricultural conservation easements. “The […]
Buncombe County Democratic Party reelects Jeff Rose as chair
Press release from the Buncombe County Democratic Party: Buncombe County Democrats held their annual convention on Saturday, March 23 at Asheville High School. Hundreds of participants from across the county gathered to elect a new executive board for 2019-2021, State Executive Committee members, and delegates to the District 10 and District 11 Conventions to be held […]
Registration open for Haywood County Senior Games and SilverArts
Press release from the Haywood County Recreation & Parks Department: Haywood County Senior Games and SilverArts began in 1983 with a vision to create a year-round health promotion and wellness education program for adults 50 years of age and better who live in the county at least 3 consecutive months. Senior Games and SilverArts is […]
APD seeks information on dog owner at South Tunnel Road Lowe’s
Press release from the Asheville Police Department: The Asheville Police Department is seeking information on the identity of the owner of a dog who was at the Lowe’s on South Tunnel Road on Sunday, March 24 at approximately 2:00 p.m. The owner’s dog bit a victim, causing minor injuries. If the owner is not located within the […]
City of Asheville launches public input process for noise ordinance revision
Press release from the City of Asheville: As Asheville continues to develop and grow, the City of Asheville recognizes the need to revisit and update the current municipal ordinance governing noise in the City limits (Chapter 10 – Article IV). To help guide the revision, City staff will engage residents, business owners, industrial, and institutional […]
League of Women Voters hosts school safety discussion
Press release from the League of Women Voters: School safety leaders from our two schools systems will discuss current initiatives to improve school safety and take audience questions. A representative of the Buncombe County School Board will address policy issues. In attendance will be Joseph Hough, assistant superintendent for auxiliary services and programs with Buncombe […]
American Councils for International Education now accepting exchange student hosts
Press release from the American Councils for International Education: Want to give your family an incredible experience while building people-to-people understanding across the world? The nonprofit American Councils for International Education is now accepting applications for families interested in hosting a foreign exchange student in Buncombe and Henderson counties, including the City of Asheville, for […]
Alzheimer’s Association calls for participants in The Longest Day fundraiser
Press release from the Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter: The Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter invites local residents in the central and western North Carolina counties it serves to help fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s on The Longest Day – Friday, June 21. Leading up to and culminating on June 21 – the summer […]
Ben Scales announces run for N.C. Senate District 49
Press release from Scales for Senate: Ben Scales, community advocate and lawyer, announced on March 22 his candidacy for the North Carolina State Senate seat in District 49, covering most of Asheville and Buncombe County. As current Senator Terry Van Duyn pursues the office of Lieutenant Governor, Scales seeks the Democratic nomination for the seat […]
UNC Board of Governors names two new trustees, two reappointments to WCU board
Press release from Western Carolina University: The University of North Carolina Board of Governors appointed two new members to the Western Carolina University Board of Trustees and reappointed two current board members to serve another term. Newly appointed trustees are Kathryn Crisp Greeley of Waynesville and Kenneth Hughes of Asheville. They will be joining reappointed […]
Wood-burning stove cooking class at Jewel of the Blue Ridge, March 30
Press release from Jewel of the Blue Ridge: March 30, 2019 – Wood Stove Cooking – 10-12 Noon – $45 (Class limited to 6 people) – Learn how to “set” and start a fire in a wood cook stove. Learn how to cook and bake with a 100 year old wood burning cook stove. Learn […]
Bog Moog Foundation to raffle Stevie Wonder synthesizer
Press release from the Bob Moog Foundation: The Bob Moog Foundation is excited to announce the launch of its annual raffle for an iconic, highly coveted, vintage Minimoog® Model D synthesizer. This year’s prize has been signed by the legendary Stevie Wonder, whose career has helped shape popular music and inspired people worldwide. Stevie pioneered […]
Air quality forecast for Asheville, Monday, March 25: Moderate (YELLOW)
Monday, March 25, 2019, is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridge tops of Asheville and Buncombe County. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities, https://xapps.ncdenr.org/aq/ForecastCenter For more information contact: WNC Regional Air Quality Agency 828-250-6777
Asheville City Council member Julie Mayfield to run for N.C. Senate District 49
Press release from Mayfield for N.C. Senate: Promising to change the “policies that make it hard to protect the environment and the people and communities we love,” Asheville City Council Member Julie Mayfield announced on March 23 her decision to seek the North Carolina Senate seat for District 49. Known for her ability to channel […]
Blue Ridge Parkway prepares for I-26 widening project
Press release from the Blue Ridge Parkway: The National Park Service announced today it intends to adopt the North Carolina Department of Transportation’s Final Environmental Impact Statement for the widening of Interstate 26 in Buncombe and Henderson County, North Carolina. The National Park Service is a cooperating agency for the project, and has been involved in the […]
Henderson Country students take a stand against substance abuse
Press release from Henderson County Public Schools: In partnership with HopeRx, students in Henderson County Public Schools’ four middle and six high schools are taking a public stand against substance abuse during the week-long “We Are Hope” campaign April 8-12, just before Spring Break. The campaign – and the students leading the substance abuse awareness […]
Historic Johnson Farm celebrates annual spring festival
Press release from Historic Johnson Farm: Come celebrate spring in the mountains at the annual festival at Historic Johnson Farm, on Saturday April 27th. Enjoy the warm breezes, savor the sunshine and enjoy the seasonal flowers with family and friends at this one-of-a-kind venue and event held every spring since 1991. Enjoy the farm […]
Sampler Hike Series runs April-Sept.
Press release from Buncombe County Recreation Services: Have a yen to try a local hike, but don’t know where to begin? Join Buncombe County Recreation Services for scenic day hikes close to home this spring and summer. The Sampler Hike Series is a free six-pack of popular treks lead by trained leaders on Saturday and Sunday mornings. […]
Bill Murdock resigns from A-B Tech Board of Trustees
Letter from Eblen Charities Executive Director Bill Murdock, who is retiring from the charity, to Board of Trustees Chair Mary Ann Rice: 3/21/19 Mary Ann Rice Chair Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College Mary Ann: I can’t begin to find the words to express what a great honor it has been to have serve on the board […]