Press release from Mission Health: Mission Health is restricting visitors to its hospitals because of an increase in reported influenza-like illness throughout North Carolina. Only partners and immediate family members over the age of 12 will be permitted in patient care areas. On December 23, 2016, Mission Health asked friends and family of patients to […]
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Air quality forecast for Tuesday, March 7: Good/Moderate (GREEN and YELLOW)
Tuesday, March 7, 2017, is a code green air quality forecast day for the valleys of Asheville and Buncombe County. No health impacts are expected when air quality is in this range. For the ridge tops, it is a code yellow air quality forecast day. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. WNC Regional Air Quality Agency 125 South Lexington Avenue, […]
Blue Ridge Public Radio Launches on WNC f.m. dials
From a newsletter sent out by Blue Ridge Public Radio: WCQS launches its new all-news sister station and unveils its new brand today! Blue Ridge Public Radio will be home to WCQS – the station you know and love – and BPR News – an all-news and information channel. Blue Ridge Public Radio. NPR for Western North […]
WNCRAQA Board Of Directors to meet March 13, consider permits
The WNC Regional Air Quality Agency will meet Monday, March 13, 2017 at 4:00pm in the Buncombe County Planning and Development Board Room located at 30 Valley Street in Asheville. Among other things, they will consider the operating permit renewal for Morris Funeral Home on Merrimon Ave. According to the agenda, it will have a slight […]
Dr. Jim McMillan retires after 35 years of patient care at The Family Health Centers
Press release from the Family Health Centers: The Family Health Centers of Asheville, Arden & Hominy Valley, the largest privately-owned family medical practice in the region, announces the retirement of James H. McMillan, MD on January 31, 2017. A founding member of the practice, Dr. “Jim” McMillan cared for patients of The Family Health Centers […]
Air quality forecast for Monday, March 6: Moderate (YELLOW)
Monday, March 6, 2017, 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. WNC Regional Air Quality Agency 125 South Lexington Avenue, Suite 101 Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828.250.6777 Air Quality Forecast for Monday, 03/06/2017
Save My Care Bus Tour to stop in Asheville, March 7
Press release from Save My Care: On Tuesday, the nationwide Save My Care Bus Tour will join Action NC, NC Child, North Carolina Justice Center and Pishgah Legal Services at Pack Square Park to stand against Congressional Republicans’ plan to take health care away from more than 1,025,000 North Carolinians. At the event, health care advocates, community leaders, and […]
Local mentors win statewide acclaim as “Big Brother and Big Sister of the Year”
Press release from Big Brother Big Sisters of Buncombe County: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina is proud to announce local mentors William Dickerson and Lynne Keating as North Carolina’s Big Brother and Big Sister of the Year. Each year, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America affiliates nominate local mentors to be considered […]
WNC Air Quality Agency accepts nominations for recognizing efforts to improve air quality
Announcement from WNC Regional Air Quality Agency: Through the annual Clean Air Excellence Awards Program, the Western North Carolina Regional Air Quality Agency (WNCRAQA) will recognize businesses, organizations, and individuals who have made valuable contributions to air quality in Buncombe County. The awards recognize unregulated improvements to air quality emissions or voluntary actions benefiting the air […]
Spring events at The Cove to focus on popular topics of faith, love, and the Gospel
Press release from Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove: The spring programming at The Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove includes events that will encourage participants to stand strong in their faith and equip them with truth from God’s Word. The upcoming schedule at The Cove features seminars and retreats with ministry leaders, teachers, […]
The Council on Aging for Henderson County’s Meals on Wheels program adds a new meal delivery route for east of the Interstate 26 area
Press release from Council on Aging for Henderson County: Due to an increase in need, the Council on Aging for Henderson County’s Meals on Wheels program is adding a new meal delivery route. Monday through Friday, Meals on Wheels provides a hot meal to adults, 60 and older, who are unable to drive or prepare a […]
Safelight gets big match
Press release from Safelight: Safelight recently received a donation of $50,000 as a matching gift for their capital campaign for shelter renovations. According to Laresa Griffin, Director of Development for Safelight, this gift from an anonymous donor will make a big difference to their capital campaign. “We are grateful to not only have this donor’s […]
Western Carolina University and “The Nile Project” bring African music and culture to Folkmoot Friendship Center
Press release from Folkmoot USA: A collaboration with universities across the state will bring music from 11 east African countries – all connected by the Nile River – to North Carolina for a series of musical celebrations. One such collaboration, between The Nile & African Identity, Discussion and Music Demonstration with Western Carolina University (WCU) […]
Museum of the Cherokee Indian hosts heritage day event March 11
Press release from Museum of the Cherokee Indian: Visit the Museum of the Cherokee Indian on Saturday March 11 for a day of fun activities celebrating Cherokee traditions. The Museum is offering a day of activities free of charge to the public, sponsored by the North Carolina Arts Council and the Museum. Activities are suitable for […]
Adult kickball league sign ups open
Press release from Buncombe County Recreation Services: Kickball, it’s not just for kids, sign up today and play one of America’s fastest growing adult sports. Games are played Tuesday evenings, for the season. Come join the league, and have fun playing the sport you once played as a kid! Stay active, live healthy, connect with […]
Ozone monitoring and forecast season begins for WNC
From WNC Regional Air Quality Agency: The ozone monitoring and forecast season began on March 1, 2016. This is the first year that ozone monitoring and forecasts have begun in March. During ozone season, our agency will begin daily forecasts for both the valleys and ridgetops of Asheville and Buncombe County. Air quality across the […]
Danish National Performance Team to put on show at Warren Wilson
Press release from The Danish National Performance Team: The National Danish Performance Team is arriving in Asheville on March 3, 2017 to perform IMANI a spectacular performance showcasing the best of Danish gymnastics, tumbling, dance and acrobatics. Furthermore, the renowned team will conduct fun and energetic workshops to promote a healthy and active lifestyle. They will […]
Clay County town hall meeting highlights concerns about health care coverage
Press release from Public Policy Network: Over a hundred citizens packed a room in Hayesville on Friday to raise their concerns about the repeal and replacement of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to 11th district representative, Mark Meadows. However, neither he or his staff attended after receiving an invitation from the Public Policy Network. Members of […]
Death of beloved Warren Wilson College professor, John Casey, impacts school’s community
Press release from Warren Wilson College: Warren Wilson College philosophy professor John Casey lost his battle with cancer Friday. His death was announced to the campus by email within hours. By 4 p.m., retired and current staff and faculty members, students, alumni and community members gathered at Morris’ Community Pavilion to remember the beloved teacher. […]
Citizen science: program aims to create air awareness through education
From N.C. News Service: The impact of poor air quality on people’s lungs often is felt long before it is seen, but a program by Clean Air Carolina is providing the tools to educators and community members to help them see the invisible. The AirKeepers Citizen Science program provides materials and low-cost sensors that people can use […]
Buncombe County Democrats announce record breaking precinct attendance at local meetings
Press release from the Buncombe County Democratic Party: The Buncombe County Democratic Party (BCDP) held its annual precinct gatherings on February 25. Over 1500 people in 73 precincts met to elect precinct officials and county party convention delegates, introduce party resolutions, and hear from speakers. These speakers included registered Democrats active in organizations such as Our Revolution […]