Press release from the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission: The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is offering numerous outdoors-related events, clinics and workshops in July through the Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education near Brevard. All events, clinics and workshops are free and open to the public, unless otherwise noted, and may require pre-registration on a first-come, […]
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Grants available for low-income Buncombe County first-time homebuyers
Press release from OnTrack WNC: OnTrack Financial Education & Counseling (OnTrack WNC) is expanding the HomeRun Homeownership Program to low-income households in Buncombe County. The program includes comprehensive financial/housing education and counseling, plus an opportunity for participants to receive a $2.00 “match” for every $1.00 saved towards homeownership. Services provided for FREE to participants include: […]
Bugged out: Kids take part in Cradle of Forestry’s annual event
Families trickle into the Cradle of Forestry for Bug Day, an annual celebration of all things insect. A full day of crafts and bug hunts await eager children and their parents at the event, which gives community members the chance to better know oft-misunderstood arthropods — especially the subgroup of species we call “bugs.”
On alert
In a mere two years, the bat population in a Haywood County mine has dropped from 4,000 to 250, North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission biologists report. White nose syndrome appears to be the culprit. The deadly disease has spread to 20 states. Last year, infected bats were discovered in the Great Smoky Mountains Park, and […]
WRAL: Most of NC under flash flood watch
According to WRAL, 71 out of 100 counties in North Carolina are in a flash flood watch, including much of Western North Carolina. Most of the watches are expected to end Wednesday, July 3 at 8 p.m.
Proposed bill would let landfills build closer to refuges and parks
Press release from North Carolina News Service: Large cities outside North Carolina are looking for places in that state to dump the garbage they don’t have room for, and a bill that just passed the state Senate will make it easier for them to do that. The Landfill Deregulation Act (SB 328) will reduce the […]
Police searching for armed suspect in gas station robbery
From Black Mountain News: Buncombe County deputies are investing the holdup of a convenience store this morning in the Leicester area. The incident was reported shortly after 8 a.m. at Fastbreak II on Old Leicester Highway at Erwin Hills Road.
WLOS: Montreat College dorm found infested with mold
According to WLOS, a Montreat College dorm is undergoing repairs to remove a vast amount of mold.
WCU chancellor to visit Asheville
From Western Carolina University Office of Public Relations: Western Carolina University Chancellor David O. Belcher will meet with members of the Tri-County and Greater Asheville/Hendersonville areas this summer to kick off a series of events designed to keep the university connected with alumni, friends and elected officials. The second stop will be a reception for […]
Storify: Asheville reacts to DOMA
After the highest court in the land ruled the Defense of Marriage Act unconstitutional, the country erupted in either support or protest. Asheville was no exception. Here’s a roundup of local reactions to the Supreme Court decision. (Photo by Caitlin Byrd)
Buncombe County native wins scholarship and chance to work with NCWRC and USFS
Press release from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission: Buncombe County native Allison Bryan won a $3,000 scholarship and the privilege to work this summer with fisheries biologists from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and the U.S. Forest Service after being selected to participate in the 2013 Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Program sponsored by the American […]
Groundbreaking for new Brother Wolf dog park set for tomorrow
Press release from Brother Wolf Animal Rescue: Shelter dogs at Brother Wolf Animal Rescue (BWAR) will have a new place to play, thanks to the support of the Donald C. Jones Foundation and Corning Incorporated. The Donald C. Jones Foundation provided BWAR with $90,000 to purchase an area near its offices and turn into a […]
NC Wildlife Resources Commission seeking committee members
Press release from N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission: The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is seeking two individuals with a diverse range of regional, habitat and species-specific expertise on nongame wildlife to serve on its Nongame Wildlife Advisory Committee. The closing date for nominations is July 15. The 18-member committee advises the Commission on nongame and endangered […]
Folkmoot to return for third year
From The Hickory Daily Record: Folkmoot Festival 2013 returns to Hickory in July for a third consecutive year. The Hickory International Council in association with Hickory’s TSH Charitable Trust will present Folkmoot USA on Sunday, July 21, at 7 p.m. at the S.A.L.T. Block Auditorium. Groups from Mexico, Slovakia and Thailand will be performing.
Bill lessening landfill restrictions heads to the House
From WRAL: A controversial proposal to loosen the rules for landfills in North Carolina is headed for the House after receiving final Senate approval Monday night.
This week’s Moral Monday protest includes 84 arrests
From WRAL: Eighty-four people were arrested at the General Assembly on Monday in the seventh week of protests aimed at the policies of the Republican-controlled legislature.
Friends of the Haywood Library will offer second Let’s Talk About It book discussion
Press release from Haywood Friends of the Library: Friends of the Haywood Library offer the second book discussion in the summer Let’s Talk About It series Journeys Across Time and Place : Mapping Southern Identities on July 11 at the Waynesville branch auditorium. The book Nowhere Else on Earth by Josephine Humphreys is available free […]
Citizens stand up for women and families at this week’s Moral Monday
Pres release from North Carolina News Service: Today, thousands are expected in Raleigh at the eighth Moral Monday, held at the State Capital. The event has led to nearly 500 arrests so far. This week, activists want lawmakers and their fellow citizens to understand the effects that recent decisions will have on women and families. […]
Tax legislation and Medicaid decisions could impact local hospital
From The Mountaineer: Tax legislation being discussed in Raleigh, along with the state’s decision to not expand the federal Medicaid program is projected to cost MedWest-Haywood $1.6 million annually, an amount that alarms CEO Janie Sinacore-Jaberg.
Gaia Herbs to host open house
Press release from Gaia Herbs: Gaia Herbs, an herbal supplement leader for more than 25 years, is opening their doors to the public on June 29, 2013 from 9:00am to 5:00pm. “Connecting plants and people” is the mission of Gaia Herbs and this open house is one way of connecting people with knowledge about medicinal […]
Great Smoky Mountains Association releases book
Press release from Great Smoky Mountain Association: “When people think of elk these days, they typically think of big-antlered majestic animals roaming free in the big parks and high mountains of the western United States.” So opens Rose Houk’s “Smoky Mountain Elk: Return of the Native,” the newest offering from Great Smoky Mountains Association. Thanks […]