Press release From Park Ridge Health: Preventing and Treating Colds and Flu without Antibiotics Wednesday, October 23 12 – 12:30 p.m. Duke Room at Park Ridge Health Presented by Dr. Tracy Roizman, DC, DACBN Most of us, if asked, would usually express a preference for natural remedies over prescription medications. How can we make use […]
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VIDEO: Shouting match breaks out between Bothwell and Wainscott at candidate forum
Thursday night’s City Council candidate forum did not end with closing statements about the vision candidates have for the city, but with a heated shouting match between council member Cecil Bothwell and Jonathan Wainscott.
NC suspends Work First Program, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families due to shutdown
Press release From the Buncombe County Department of Health and Human Services: On Monday, North Carolina suspended its Work First program, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, because of the federal shutdown in Washington. Due to this, no cash assistance or employment services are being offered to current recipients in Buncombe County. New applications as well […]
The Southern Appalachian Wilderness Stewards to be honored next Monday, Oct. 21
Press release From the Southern Appalachian Office of The Wilderness Society: (BREVARD, NC) – The Southern Appalachian Wilderness Stewards (SAWS) a project of the Southern Appalachian Office of The Wilderness Society in Sylva, North Carolina will be the featured nonprofit organization at Oskar Blues’ Making a Difference Monday program at the Oskar Blues Tasty Weasel […]
New astronomy lab and observatory at UNCA slated to open early next year
Press release From UNC Asheville News Services: UNC Asheville’s new Astronomy Laboratory/Observatory, slated to open early in 2014, will provide the university, area K-12 schools and the community with an important new facility for teaching about science and observing the universe. UNC Asheville physics faculty and advanced students will use the facility for research and […]
Mission Neurology Outpatient Services welcomes Dr. Michele Harvey to the team
Press release From Mission Health: Asheville, N.C. (Oct. 15, 2013) – Mission Health announces the addition of Michele Harvey, MD, to the team of neurologists at Mission Neurology. Dr. Harvey is an associate member of the American Academy of Neurology and an active community volunteer. “Dr. Harvey will be a valuable addition to our team […]
Funeral Consumers Alliance of WNC announce its 2013 annual meeting will focus on green burials
Press release From Funeral Consumers Alliance of WNC: Your FCA of WNC 2013 annual meeting will be held on Thursday, Oct. 24, from 4:30-6 p.m. at the First Congressional Church on Fifth Avenue West in Hendersonville. The award-winning film, “Dying Green” will be shown, exploring Dr. Billy Campbell’s vision of using green burials to conserve […]
Red Cross announces local opportunities for the community to give blood, help others
Press release From the American Red Cross: Buncombe County, November 2013 – The holidays bring families and friends together in hopeful times to share in celebrations and special times of giving. For families dealing with a cancer diagnosis or other major illness, their holidays may not be so hopeful. Give someone hope by giving the […]
Still time to register for 7th annual Huntington Study Group Clinical Research Symposium
Press release From the Charlotte AHEC and the Huntington Study Group: Charlotte, NC – Final registration is underway for the 7th Annual Huntington Study Group (HSG) Clinical Research Symposium, expected to attract leading scientists and medical professionals from around the world. Workshops preceding the symposium include networking for regional doctors and healthcare providers, continuing education […]
Author and journalist Gershom Gorenberg to give talk about Israeli democracy on Nov. 13
Press release From UNC Asheville News Services: Gershom Gorenberg, author of The Unmaking of Israel and senior correspondent for The American Prospect, will give a talk, “The Second Israeli Republic: Why It’s Needed and How to Get There,” at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 13 in UNC Asheville’s Sherrill Center, in the Mission Health Mountain […]
Donate to WCQS and you can also help others stay warm this winter
From WCQS: Story by Michelle Keenan: Every gift made to WCQS during this membership drive will be matched by Eblen Charities to provide heating assistance to people in need this winter. Every dollar you donate to WCQS – $25, $50, $100 or $500 – whatever amount is right for you – will be matched by […]
Voter guide awaits readers in upcoming issue of Xpress
With the general election less than a month away, Mountain Xpress has partnered with the nonprofit Children First/Communities in Schools of Buncombe County to bring the community a voter guide about Asheville and Black Mountain candidates. The guide will be included in the upcoming Oct. 16 issue of the newspaper.
McCrory announces aid for food banks in NC, including MANNA
Today, Gov. Pat McCrory announced he approved allocating $750,000 for the seven regional food banks that are part of the North Carolina Association of Feeding America Food Banks, which includes MANNA FoodBank. Read the release below for more information: Press release From the office of Gov. Pat McCrory: Charlotte, NC – Governor Pat McCrory approved […]
WNC Vote Tracker launches to help educate voters in WNC, to provide transparency
Press release From Children First/Communities In Schools of Buncombe County ASHEVILLE – The North Carolina General Assembly introduces and passes several bills each year that impact the quality of life in Western North Carolina. A new tool, the nonpartisan websiteWNC Vote Tracker, provides information about important legislation in six categories: economic security; education; environment; health […]
Helpmate names April Burgess-Johnson as its new executive director
Press release From Helpmate: April Burgess-Johnson has been named Executive Director of Helpmate, the domestic violence agency serving Buncombe County. April joined Helpmate’s staff as Program Director in December 2012 and has worked to end domestic violence for 18 years. Prior to April’s service at Helpmate she worked as an independent consultant, focusing on non-profit […]
Movie screening and fundraiser for LGBT Elder Advocates set for Oct. 17 and 18
Press release From the Land-of-Sky Regional Council: There are an estimated 2.4 million lesbian, gay and bisexual American over the age of 55 in the United States. These older adults may face exacerbated challenges including heightened levels of discrimination, neglect and exclusion. The Fine Arts Theatre has teamed up with the LGBT Elder Advocates of […]
Park Ridge Health announces health events for Oct. 14-20
Press release From Park Ridge Health: Special Events Dealing with Diabetes Friday, October 18 12 – 1 p.m. Duke Room at Park Ridge Health Presented by Michelle DeGeeter, PharmD, and Shawn Riser Taylor, PharmD. The community is invited to learn about diabetes prevention, complications and treatment at this free lunch and learn. Come at 11:30 […]
Poet Michael McFee to present reading of his works
Press release From UNC Asheville News Services: Poet, editor and professor Michael McFee will present a reading of his works at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4 in UNC Asheville’s Karpen Hall, Laurel Forum. McFee’s reading will be preceded by a short reading by his former student, Evan Gurney, assistant professor of literature at UNC […]
Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority appoints Carol Peterson to board
Press release From the Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority The Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority (GARAA) is pleased to announce the addition of a new board member, Carol Peterson. Peterson was appointed by the Buncombe County Commission to fill a vacant seat on the board, and attended her first board meeting on October 11, 2013. […]
Southeast Wise Women Herbal Conference kicks off this weekend
Swaying with their arms interlocked near tents where they would learn about the uses of herbs, hundreds of women chanted the intention “I am surrounded by love” at the start of the Southeast Wise Women Herbal Conference. (Photo by Caitlin Byrd)
NC WIC program resumes normal operations
Press release From the Buncombe County Health and Human Services: Effective Friday, October 11, 2013, the NC WIC Program will resume normal operations. Effective immediately, local WIC agencies will issue food benefits to those placed on the waiting list on 10/9 and 10/10/2013; and enroll and serve all new eligible applicants. Buncombe County BHHS is […]