Press release from East West Asheville neighborhood association Just a reminder: the EWANA Neighborhood-wide meeting this Wednesday starts at 6:00pm and has been changed to HALL FLETCHER ELEMENTARY (from Sol’s Reprieve). On the agenda: – adopting bylaws and confirming an interim board – a virtual presentation of the New Belgium plant led by brewery representatives […]
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In trouble? Need help? Now there’s an app for that.
The advent of the 911 system was a boon to emergency response. Thousands of lives have been saved with its use. But they can’t notify your social networks, friends or family when you are in danger, or when you are out of danger. Enter Proteg-Go, a company that debuted an app to do exactly that […]
Asheville Greenworks continues its popular ‘Hard To Recycle’ events
The Jan. 12 event was in West Asheville. The next one will be at the Charlotte Street city market in the spring. (Photos by Bill Rhodes)
Groups in court to stop groundwater contamination from toxic coal ash waste
The same coalition of groups which sponsored the Oct. 2012 float-in seek remedies in court about coal ash. Photo of Oct. 2012 event by Bill Rhodes. Press release from Southern Environmental Law Center Conservation groups today went to court in an effort to protect North Carolina communities and groundwater from toxic coal ash contamination at […]
Book your spot now for the 2013 ‘Save the French Broad Float’
Press release from French Broad Riverkeeper It’s time to register for the 2013 “Save the French Broad Float”! Join the Western North Carolina Alliance for a guided tour of the French Broad River Paddle Trail starting June 8 for two, four, five, or nine days down the beautiful French Broad River. This trip always sells […]
Lowering of North Carolina flags in honor of former Senator Jean Preston
Press release from Office of the Governor Gov. Pat McCrory today ordered all North Carolina state flags on state facilities to be flown at half-staff from dawn to dusk on Monday, January 14, in honor of Senator Jean Preston, who passed away on Thursday. The funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Monday. “I am […]
No ruling yet in Merrill appeal—A C-T reports
From the Asheville Citizen-Times: A Wake County Superior Court judge on Friday listened to arguments but made no ruling in Buncombe County’s long-running dispute over seating a seventh and final county commissioner. Judge Paul Ridgeway gave no timetable for when he might issue a ruling. But he also knows that “everyone’s more or less in […]
Dog sniffs out missing cash—Times-News reports
From the Hendersonville Times-News By Emily Weaver Deputies in Verona, Va., were on the heels of a robber when a dog beat them to the finish line, sniffing out $12,000 stolen in a Craigslist deal that went sour Monday afternoon. Deputies say two men from Henderson County were robbed when they went to Virginia to […]
City of Asheville boards and commission information for 2013
Press release from City of Asheville There are seven elected members on Asheville City Council, but that body relies on more than 250 people serving on 35 council-appointed Boards and Commissions to help guide policy for the City of Asheville. From the Downtown Commission to the Greenway Commission to the newly formed Neighborhood Advisory Committee, […]
East-West Asheville group airs concerns about Haywood Road traffic impact
While many agree that New Belgium coming to West Asheville is a big plus, some residents are concerned about the numbers of tractor-trailers slated to use Haywood Road in the coming years. Pictured, a particularly challenging part of Haywood Road. (Photo by Bill Rhodes)
APD asks for public’s help to identify bank robber
A man, dressed as a woman wearing makeup, robbed a bank on Hendersonville Road. Police are asking for leads on his identity.
Charles George VA Medical Center nurses will roll out new Professional Practice Model
Press release from Charles George VA Medical Center The Charles George VA Medical Center (CGVAMC) Nurses will roll out a new Professional Practice Model for 2013 at 11 a.m., Friday, Jan. 11, which will serve as a uniting theory, a guide to practice and an inspiration for the CGVAMC Nursing Staff, The new model includes […]
McCrory rescinds Perdue’s executive order on judges News-Observer reports
From the Raleigh News-Observer Gov. Pat McCrory began his first week as governor making clear a new chief executive is at the helm at the state capital. In his first executive order, the Republican repealed a nonpartisan judicial nominating commission put in place by his Democratic predecessor. “We are going back to the original constitutional […]
Evergreen staff go to jail to support their gym
In support of their school, 10 Evergreen Community Charter School teachers and staff members will be arrested and Jailed for the Gym. This notorious cast of characters will be arrested, judged, sentenced and bail will be set on Friday, January 11. All bail money raised for their release will be donated to the More than […]
Have opinons on corporate travel in WNC? The Airport wants to know.
Press release from Asheville Regional Airport Asheville Regional Airport is interested in understanding corporate travel needs in Western North Carolina, and detailed informationis helpful in advocacy efforts to attract new air service to the region. The very best information is an itemized list of your organization’s air travel/tickets booked during the calendar year, by destination. […]
Food Policy to go before Asheville City Council
Press release from Asheville-Buncombe Food Policy Council For the first time in its history, Asheville’s City Council will consider a plan to improve the city’s food security. The Asheville-Buncombe Food Policy Council (A/B FPC) collaborated with the Sustainability Advisory Committee on Energy and the Environment (SACEE) to create the first City of Asheville Food Action […]
All hail this year’s Asheville Mardi Gras king and queen
Twelfth Night has past, and new royalty has been chosen. The new royal couple takes the stage at the party. (photo by Zen Sutherland)
Pisgah View shooting leaves man dead—UPDATE Arrest made
Press release from Asheville Police Department UPDATE — As a result of the investigation, 29 year old Torean Maurice Young of Asheville was charged with First Degree Murder and Possession of Firearm by Felon. He is being held at the Buncombe County Detention Facility with no bond. The Asheville Police Department responded at 2:20 PM […]
Bald Eagle encounter on bluff over French Broad River
The chance choice of a viewpoint leads to a rare — and memorable — encounter with our national bird. (Photos by Bill Rhodes)
FDA proposes new food safety standards for foodborne illness prevention and produce safety
Press release from U.S. Food and Drug Administration The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today proposed two new food safety rules that will help prevent foodborne illness. The proposed rules implement the landmark, bipartisan FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) and are available for public comment for the next 120 days. The FDA encourages Americans […]
Gun show at Ag Center attracts record crowd—Times-News reports
From the Hendersonville Times-News by Joey Millwod Mike Kent has owned the Asheville Gun Show for 20 years, and Saturday was the first time he’s seen potential buyers line up at 6:30 a.m. to enter the gates at 9. “The crowds have increased at all of our shows since the election,” the veteran gun show […]