Press release from UNC Asheville: The UNC Asheville Foundation has been awarded a three-year grant in the amount of $195,000 from the Laughing Gull Foundation to support the UNC Asheville Prison Education Program. The program is offering credit-bearing courses to 15 students at Avery-Mitchell Correctional Institution (AMCI) in spring semester 2019. “It’s exciting to know that […]
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WNC AgOptions awards 2019 farm diversification grants
Press release from WNC AgOptions: MILLS RIVER, N.C.—Diversifying farmers in western North Carolina are receiving support to offset the risk of expanding and trying new ventures. WNC Agricultural Options awarded 39 farm businesses a total of $216,000 in $3,000 and $6,000 grants on Thursday at the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research and Extension Center in Mills […]
Hendersonville Mayor Proclaims “Rotary Day”
Press release from WTZQ radio: Hendersonville Mayor Barbara G. Volk proclaimed February 23, 2019, as “Rotary International Day” during a recent meeting of the Hendersonville City Council. On hand to receive a copy of the proclamation were representatives from both local Rotary clubs, including Milton Butterworth, President of the Rotary Club of Hendersonville, and Melissa […]
Adult Kickball League back by popular demand April 2
Press release from Buncombe County Recreation Services: Registration for Buncombe County Recreation Services’ (BCRS) popular Adult Kickball League has opened and teams who sign up by Monday, February 18, have an opportunity to win a free team registration. All games will be played on Tuesday evenings from April 2-May 28 at Buncombe County Sports Park (58 […]
POP Project commits to helping 10,000 people in Western North Carolina in 2019
Press release from The POP Project: The POP Project has committed to helping 10,000 people across Western North Carolina in 2019 through their “10 for 10” book giving campaign. The campaign celebrates their tenth year of operation and aims to deliver 10,000 free books into the community. “Imagine overflowing school libraries, homes filled with captivating […]
Pardee UNC Health Care receives Healthgrades 250 Best Hospitals Award
Press release from Pardee UNC Health Care: Pardee UNC Health Care announced today that it has achieved the Healthgrades 2019 America’s 250 Best Hospitals Award™. The distinction places Pardee in the top 5 percent of more than 4,500 hospitals assessed nationwide for its superior clinical performance as measured by Healthgrades, the leading online resource for […]
Healthgrades gives Pardee UNC Health Care among top 5 percent of US hospitals for Clinical Outcomes
Press release from Pardee UNC Health Care: Hendersonville, N.C. – Pardee UNC Health Care announced today that it has achieved the Healthgrades 2019 America’s 250 Best Hospitals Award™. The distinction places Pardee in the top 5 percent of more than 4,500 hospitals assessed nationwide for its superior clinical performance as measured by Healthgrades, the leading […]
Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity sponsors Guatemala trip April 6-14
Press release from the Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity: Asheville Habitat is again following its tithe and heading to Guatemala, April 6-14, to build a house and install five smokeless stoves in partnership with Habitat for Humanity Guatemala. There are currently four spaces available on this service trip for community members who would like the […]
Goodwill offers job prep pop-up sessions
Press release from Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina: Finding a job can be hard work, but finding help to prepare for a job shouldn’t be. That’s why Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina is adding one-time-only pop-up satellite locations to augment the offerings at its regional Career Connections centers. “You may not live near […]
Jackson Branch N.C. NAACP membership meeting Feb. 16
Press release from Jackson County NAACP: The Jackson County Branch of the NC NAACP will hold its 10 a.m. Membership Meeting on Saturday, Feb. 16, in the Liberty Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. The Program—“Will the Green New Deal be a Good Deal for African Americans?” — begins at 11 a.m.
Asheville School Fine Arts presents: Colette Collage
Press release from Asheville School: Harvey Schmidt and Tom Jones bring to life the incomparable French author of “Gigi” and “Cheri” in the musical, “Colette Collage.” Charming, witty, bold and entirely unconventional, this intimate, highly theatrical show captures the essence of one of the most liberated women of all time. Her most pleasant, painful and […]
Free disability rights, assisted technology event Feb. 27
Press release from Self-Help Credit Union: Looking for help financing assistive technology devices that can offer people with disabilities a better quality of life? Curious about the disability rights in North Carolina? Self-Help Credit Union (SHCU) will host a free event on Wednesday, Feb. 27 from 1 – 3 p.m. at Goodwill Industries Headquarters, 1616 […]
YOUth Count team has a needs assessment survey available online until Feb. 27
Press release from Youth OUTright: For the past year, a public working group in our community has been focused on understanding the needs of youth and young adults that are struggling with housing without the support of a parent or guardian. A Youth Action Board addressing Homelessness has helped guide the work. The YOUth Count […]
A week of eating disorders awareness and education in WNC
Press release from Carolina Resource for Eating Disorders: Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders (CRC for ED) and UNC Asheville Health & Counseling Center are collaborating to host a full week of events, bringing eating disorders awareness to WNC. #NEDAwareness Week, spearheaded by the National Eating Disorders Association provides opportunities to share resources about eating, […]
Home base for heart monitoring – How technology helped keep Anne Buchanan out of hospital
Informational article from Mission Health: Western North Carolina is known for its long and winding roads. And while the scenic journeys add to the charm of our region, they can be a hindrance for those who need to travel for medical care. Anne Buchanan of Morganton knows this firsthand. The 77-year-old frequently traveled to Mission […]
Air quality forecast for Asheville, Monday, Feb. 11: Moderate (YELLOW)
Monday, Feb. 11, 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. The rating is based on particulate matter in the air. For more information contact: WNC Regional Air Quality Agency 828-250-6777 Air Quality Forecast for Monday, […]
Fall in love with the red pandas during Valentine’s Day ribbon cutting at WNC Nature Center
Press release from the City of Asheville Parks and Recreation: The City of Asheville is excited to announce that the WNC Nature Center’s new red panda exhibit opens to the public at noon on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, and will include a ceremonial ribbon cutting and the introduction of our new resident pandas, Leafa and […]
7th Annual Asheville Marathon and Half at Biltmore Estate on March 16 & 17th
Press release from Asheville Marathon: This year marks lucky number seven for the Asheville Marathon & Half and the only race of its kind at Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina. Runners will get to explore the west side of the Estate, which is unique terrain only experienced in this marathon. Described as a boutique […]
The Social Lounge launches music series with Asheville Music School
Press release from The Social Lounge: The Social Lounge and Asheville Music School team up to showcase teachers, students, and supporters in a new weekly music series, every Thursday evening in downtown Asheville. Expect many different genres of music, original songs as well as covers, multigenerational music students performing alongside their teachers, brand new collaborations, […]
Bill Gaither & Gaither Vocal Band perform at Thomas Wolfe Auditorium, March 1
Press release from Writer’s Ink Publishing: On Friday, March 1, 2019, at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium at the US Cellular Center in Asheville, NC, multi-Grammy Award-winner Bill Gaither will host a spectacular evening of music, laughter and encouragement featuring the talent of the prestigious Gaither Vocal Band (pictured in attached jpg). The Gaither Vocal Band will […]
LEAF announces spring lineup with India.Arie, Shovels & Rope, Trevor Hall and more
Press release from LEAF Community Arts: LEAF Community Arts is thrilled to announce its dynamic lineup of performing artists for the Spring 2019 LEAF Festival, taking place Thursday, May 9th to Sunday, May 12th near Asheville at the majestic Lake Eden in Black Mountain, NC. Experience 400+ performing artists representing 9 different countries, 5 family […]