Press release from Saluda Historic Depot: After 53 years of running from Charleston to Asheville and beyond to the mid-west, the passenger train, “Carolina Special” made its final run up the Saluda Grade 50 years ago on December 5, 1968. To commemorate this auspicious occasion, the Saluda Historic Depot invites everyone to a drop-in reception […]
Press release from Harris Regional Hospital: Harris Regional Hospital and Swain Community Hospital are joining Western Carolina University to announce a call for applicants for The Ascent Partnership nurse practitioner tuition support program for the 2019 fall semester start. The Ascent Partnership is the formal relationship between WCU and the hospitals. In the partnership, […]
Press release from N.C. Department of Environmental Quality: State environmental officials announced the publication of a proposed consent order between the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Cape Fear River Watch and Chemours. The proposed consent order is a comprehensive resolution regarding per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) contamination originating from Chemours’ Fayetteville Works facility. It requires […]
Press release from N.C. Department of Health and Human Services: Low-income households with a person 60 or older or someone receiving disability benefits and services through the Division of Aging and Adult Services that need help covering the cost of heating their home this winter can apply for assistance starting Dec. 3. The assistance is […]
Press release from Carolina Mountain Sales: Carolina Mountain Sales, A Wilkinson ERA Real Estate Company today announced they will be collaborating with ERA Real Estate and other ERA affiliated brokerages across the country to join together in their Feed the Need initiative, a national campaign to fight against hunger. The campaign will kick off on […]
Press release from Lotos Nile: STEEP CANYON RANGERS are are thrilled to announce their return to the ExploreAsheville.com Arena on January 19, 2019 Special guest: Hiss Golden Messenger With OUT IN THE OPEN, Steep Canyon Rangers affirm their place as one of the most versatile bands in contemporary American music. The GRAMMY® Award-winning sextet has spent […]
Press release from Brother Wolf Animal Rescue: Brother Wolf Animal Rescue is excited to announce that they will be operating a mobile low cost spay and neuter clinic within Buncombe County and the surrounding areas. Thanks to a generous donation from Fido Fixers, Brother Wolf and veterinarian Dr. Pam Carpenter will work with communities all […]
Press release from the Asheville Police Department: The Asheville Police Department is requesting assistance from the public to locate a suspect who stole an ATM from the Crowne Plaza (1 Resort Drive) at approximately 4:00 a.m. on Nov. 19. A male, posing as an employee of an ATM maintenance company, removed the machine from the […]
Press release from the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy: This month, the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy (SAHC) transferred 324 acres to the Cherokee National Forest. Located on Hump Mountain in the Highlands of Roan, the upper edge of the property extends just 500 ft. from the Appalachian National Scenic Trail (AT). The AT passes across the […]
Press release from United Federal Credit Union: United Federal Credit Union (United) is pleased to announce the appointment of two new Board Directors, Irene Corbe and Ben Teague. Both Corbe and Teague served United as Associate Board Members in 2018. Together, they bring decades of combined financial services experience, and will aid United in its […]
Press release from the Great Smoky Mountains Association: Before Clingmans Dome Road closes for the winter, Great Smoky Mountains Association invites all park visitors to an open house at the visitor center store in honor of the season. Due to normal national park seasonal procedures, Clingmans Dome Road and Clingmans Dome Visitor Center are typically […]
Press release from the Boys & Girls Club of Henderson County: Now through Wednesday, Dec. 12, the Boys & Girls Club of Henderson County is seeking donations of new, unwrapped toys for club members ages 6-11. The toys will be distributed to children through the club’s annual holiday gift program, “Santa’s Workshop.” “For some of […]
Press release from the Community Foundation of Western North Carolina: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina is pleased to announce that Julie Klipp Nicholson, an attorney and nonprofit executive, will join the staff as Chief Operating Officer. Klipp Nicholson will start work at the end of the year. Most recently, Klipp Nicholson served as the Coordinator […]
Press release from Lenoir-Rhyne University: Funding opportunities for the spring 2019 semester are available to prospective and current students at Lenoir-Rhyne University’s Asheville Center. Applications are currently being accepted for two fellowships offered through the Center’s Master of Science in Sustainability Studies program. The priority deadline for applying is Friday, Dec. 14 to receive full […]
Press release from Community Foundation of Henderson County: Community Foundation of Henderson County is pleased to announce the release of the 2018 Annual Report. “Due to the generous support of our donors, more than $3.5 million in charitable grants and scholarships were awarded this past fiscal year,” said Foundation President/CEO McCray Benson. “The Community Foundation is […]
Press release from iDaph Events: What drops faster than a Ball in Times Square? Personal records of course! Runners from all across Western North Carolina and visitors from our region are preparing to let it rip along the streets of downtown Asheville as they participate in the 2019 New Year’s Resolution Run. The 5th Annual Resolution […]
Press release from French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Organization: This message is to let you know that NCDOT will be holding an open house and public hearing for I-2513 I-26 Connector project on Tuesday, December 4th at the Renaissance Hotel in downtown Asheville. Open house will take place from 4-6:30 PM, with public hearing starting at […]
Press release from Blue Ridge Orchestra: WHO: Blue Ridge Orchestra (Asheville) conducted by Dr. Milton Crotts; with Newberry & Verch, plus Franklin Keel, Megan McConnell, Rebecca O’Quinn, Alex Watson, Ryan Kijanka WHAT: BRO Revels! 2018 WHEN & WHERE: Sunday, December 9, 1pm, Folk Art Center, Blue Ridge Parkway MP 382 Sunday, December 9, 3:30pm, Folk Art […]
Press release from City of Asheville: City staff has been conducting budget work sessions and holding community meetings to provide context around the budget process and gather input from residents. The presentations and detailed information can be found here. In addition to the input gathered on priorities, formal plans (Comprehensive Plan, Department master plans, etc.) […]
Press release from Waitr: Asheville, NC – Waitr is spreading Thanksgiving cheer this week by feeding 2,000 families in need, including in the Asheville area. The popular app that lets you order food from local restaurants and brings it directly to you is delivering free hot Thanksgiving meals to the less fortunate through its “Share […]
Press release from Omni Grove Park Inn: Talented gingerbread artists coast-to-coast came together yesterday, Monday, Nov. 19, to showcase their intricate, tasty creations, while celebrating the 26th year of the National Gingerbread House Competition, hosted at The Omni Grove Park Inn. Across all categories, 195 entries were received from culinary enthusiasts across North America vying […]
