Press release From Eblen Charities: Join Tools for Schools 2013 Thursday, August 8th Ingles Tunnel Rd. (across from Outback Steakhouse) 4:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. Participate in Tools for Schools! Summer is winding down which means thousands of students will again be filing through the hallways of schools all across our community. Refreshed, students and […]
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Angel Medical Center invites public to honor hopsice patients at butterfly release ceremony
Press release From Angel Medical Center: (Franklin, NC) The community is invited to attend a Memorial Butterfly Release ceremony at Angel Medical Center. This event is scheduled for Thursday, August 8, 2013, beginning at 10:30 in the morning on the hospital campus. “Our annual butterfly release honors the memory of our hospice patients,” said Jim […]
The complexities of care: Local caregivers face unique challenges
When Don and Betty decided to spend their golden years in Asheville, their eldest daughter Linda Hemstreet says her organized parents only overlooked one part of their retirement plan: their longevity. As a result, like many Americans, she became a caregiver to her parents. (Photo by Julia Ritchey)
UNCA ranks 20th in nation as one of Forbes Magazine’s ‘Best Value Colleges’
Press release From UNCA News Services: UNC Asheville Ranks 20th Nationally among Forbes Magazine’s “Best Value Colleges” UNC Asheville has been ranked 20th in the nation in Forbes magazine’s “Top Colleges 2013: Best Value Colleges” list released today. UNC Asheville moved up from 21st place last year and 26th in 2011. The “Best Value” ranking […]
Fundraiser by B&B Tobacconists raises $3,500 for The North Carolina Premium Cigar Association
To learn more about B&B Tobacconists, check out the photo essay “The Unusual Suspects” by staff photographer Max Cooper. Press release From B&B Tobacconists: Asheville, NC – Sitting on a busy street just outside of downtown Asheville, NC is B&B Tobacconists “Western North Carolina’s original old-time tobacco shop.” On Friday July 19, 2013 the staff […]
Animal Hospital of North Asheville announces extended hours
From the Animal Hospital of North Asheville July Newsletter: Beginning on July 15th, Animal Hospital of North Asheville began opening earlier each morning Monday through Friday. Each Animal Hospital of North Asheville New Hoursweekday we are now open from 7:30 AM until 8:30 PM. Our Saturday and Sunday hours remain the same: Saturday we are […]
Asheville-centric street photography exhibit opens Aug. 16 at UNCA
Photos by Joe Longobardi A mix of black and white photography and colorful scenes, a new street photography exhibit focuses on one broad, vibrant and eclectic subject: Asheville, N.C. The show by local artist Joe Longobardi opens Aug. 16 in UNCA’s Ramsey Library. More details about the exhibit and the opening reception can be found […]
RiverLink to celebrate 14th annual RiverFest Saturday, Aug. 10
Press release From RiverLink: RiverLink invites everyone to their biggest party of the year. The 14th annual RiverFest happens at French Broad River Park on Saturday, August 10 from 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. It wouldn’t be summer without the Anything that Floats Parade. Groups building watercraft of all kinds have an opportunity to show […]
UNCA will offer GRE classes beginning Aug. 12, last day to register is Aug. 7
Press release From UNCA News Services: UNC Asheville Offers GRE Prep Course Beginning August 12 Registration is now open for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) prep classes offered by the Asheville Graduate Center. Classes will meet on the UNC Asheville campus beginning August 12. The GRE Prep course will meet from 6-8:30 p.m. on Mondays […]
Never mind
Plans for a partnership between Rutherford Regional Health System and Mission Health no longer exist. The July 19 announcement came nearly six months after the two organizations entered into a memorandum of understanding — a nonbinding agreement that signaled the beginning of negotiations. The culmination of that process would have concluded with Rutherford Regional becoming […]
The complexities of care
When Don and Betty decided to spend their golden years in Asheville, their eldest daughter Linda Hemstreet says her organized parents only overlooked one part of their retirement plan: their longevity. At 98, her father has vascular dementia and her 95-year-old mother suffers from osteoarthritis. Though the former nurse understands what it means to take […]
Times-News: Henderson County DSS director to retire
From the Times-News Story by Nathaniel Axtell: After a quarter century as Henderson County’s DSS director and 33 years of public service, Smith is retiring July 31. “I’ve been in public service most of my life,” Smith said. “And I kind of got to the point where, you know, I’ve finished writing this book. I […]
Golf tournament to benefit Child Abuse Prevention Services set for Aug. 22
Press release From Child Abuse Prevention Services, Inc.: The 11th Annual Arby’s Child Advocacy Classic Golf Tournament to benefit Child Abuse Prevention Services, Inc. will be held August 22nd at the Etowah Valley Country Club and Golf Lodge. It is an opportunity to tee off for a good cause at a beautiful course. This year […]
North Carolina lands in national headlines again, this time in WSJ editorial
After the New York Times Editorial Board published a scathing criticism of the Tar Heel State’s General Assembly, a member of the Wall Street Journal’s Editorial Board has something different to say about North Carolina.
Primary care physician Dr. Elsie Osei-Nkansah joins Vista Family Health in Arden
Press release From Mission Health: ARDEN, N.C. (July 22, 2013) – Vista Family Health, a member of Mission Medical Associates, announces the appointment of Elsie Osei-Nkansah, MD, as a primary care physician in Arden, NC. Dr. Osei- Nkansah’s certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support and Advanced Life […]
With open hearts: Local nonprofit helps adults with disabilities shine
The only program of its kind in the area, Open Hearts Art Center will hold its annual talent show/fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 24. The local nonprofit provides creative adult day programs for adults with disabilities. (Photo by Caitlin Byrd)
Times-News: Body found in Horsepasture River
From the Times-News By Nathaniel Axtell: Rescue crews worked throughout the night Saturday and into early Sunday to remove and carry out the body of a drowned Greenville man from the Horsepasture River after it was discovered by a Gorges State Park visitor late Saturday.
Smoky Mountain News: Cherokee bears find new home in Texas
From the Smoky Mountain News: By Caitlin Bowling: Eleven bears once confined to concrete pits at Chief Saunooke Bear Park in Cherokee have found greener pastures in Texas after the bear park was shut down following repeated federal violations. An anonymous donor from California gave $450,000 to construct eight separate enclosures at the International Exotic […]
Times-News: Lightning strikes Edneyville cabin, causes severe damage
From the Times-News Story by Joey Millwood: EDNEYVILLE — Linda Wasielewski could only shake her head as she stood in front of her two-story cabin at 171 Holland Lane and watched smoke billowing from the roof. The house, built in the 1890s, was set on fire by a lightning strike Saturday afternoon, said Robert Griffin, […]
Children First/ Communities In Schools of Buncombe County receives $30,000 grant
Press release From Children First/ Communities In Schools of Buncombe County Asheville, N.C. – Trustees of the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation recently awarded a project grant to Children First/ Communities In Schools of Buncombe County to support its Success Equation initiative – a local movement to reduce poverty and its impact on children in Buncombe […]
Eblen Charities asks community to participate in Tools for Schools 2013
Press release From Eblen Charities: Join Tools for Schools 2013 Thursday, August 8th Ingles Tunnel Rd. (across from Outback Steakhouse) 4:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. Participate in Tools for Schools! Summer is winding down which means thousands of students will again be filing through the hallways of schools all across our community. Refreshed, students and […]