Press release From Charles George VA Medical Center “A Peaceful Time for the Healing Warrior,” a free 3-hour relaxation session, will be offered from 9 a.m. to noon, Oct. 20, in the Trailer in the Woods behind the Charles George VA Medical Center, 1100 Tunnel Rd., Asheville. This program is sponsored by the VA and […]
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Mission Foundation receives grant from EPA
Press release From Mission Health ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Oct. 11, 2012) – Mission Health is pleased to announce its receipt of $98,563 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) – one of two such grants awarded in the Southeast. The grant, which was awarded to the Mission Foundation, will support the continuation and expansion of Mission […]
Henderson County to receive $6 million to fix Seven Falls infastructure
From the Hendersonville Times-News Story by Emily Weaver Henderson County has reached a $6 million settlement with Lexon Insurance Co. to fix infrastructure in the stalled Seven Falls development, originally marketed as a 1,400-acre golf course community just south of Etowah. County Attorney Russ Burrell said the settlement, including money received from Kentucky-based Lexon and […]
West Buncombe Elementary third graders raise $1,500 for local Make-A-Wish® kids
Press release From Make-A-Wish® Central and Western North Carolina Asheville, NC (October 11, 2012) – “The Soaring Eagles,” a fundraising team started by West Buncombe Elementary third grade teacher, Michelle Ramsey, has raised more than $1500 in honor of three Make-A-Wish® Central & Western North Carolina Wish Kids – Gabrielle, Sydney and Katelyn. Aside from […]
Mission Hospital’s former chief medical officer takes on expanded roles
Press release From Mission Health ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Oct. 12, 2012) Mission Health today announced that Dale Fell, MD, previously Chief Medical Officer of Mission Hospital, will expand his role to System Chief Medical Officer and remain Senior Vice President of Mission Health. In this new role, Dr. Fell will be responsible for ensuring a consistency […]
Storify: Mitt Romney makes campaign stop in Asheville
On Thursday, presidential candidate Gov. Mitt Romney campaigned in Asheville, N.C. by holding what his campaign referred to as a Victory Rally. The event took place at the U.S. Cellular Center in downtown Asheville. These are the tweets and photos from the event itself, the counter protests outside and more. (Photo by Caitlin Byrd)
Park Ridge Health announces classes and events for Oct. 15-21
Press release From Park Ridge Health Event Summary for 10/15/12 – 10/21/12 Upcoming Classes and Events To pre-register for any of these free events, please call 855.PRH.LIFE. Lunch & Learn: “Prostate Cancer” Friday ,October 26 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. In the Duke Room at Park Ridge Health FREE Cliff Johnson, M.D., of Mountain View Urology, […]
Sen. Kay Hagan applauds $5.6 million grant to fight HIV in the South
Press release From the office of Sen. Kay Hagan October 9, 2012 Greensboro, NC – U.S. Senator Kay Hagan today applauded the news that DHHS will receive a grant of $5.6 million over the next three years to support new programs to combat HIV in the South, the region with the highest incidence of HIV […]
Chief nursing officer at Park Ridge Health earns distinguished nursing certification
Press release From Park Ridge Health Hendersonville, N.C. (October 10, 2012) – Craig Lindsey, R.N., M.B.A., M.H.A., C.E.N.P., Vice President of Clinical Services and Chief Nursing Officer at Park Ridge Health, has earned the designation of Certified in Executive Nursing Practice (C.E.N.P.) through the American Organization of Nurse Executives. This credential recognizes some of the […]
Gorges State Park to dedicate new visitor center and day-use facilities on Oct. 12
Press release From the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources RALEIGH – A new 7,100-square-foot visitor center at Gorges State Park in Transylvania County, designed to national green building standards, along with two picnic areas and maintenance facilities, will be formally dedicated Oct. 12 by the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation. The 2 […]
Mission Health names William Hathaway as its new chief medical officer
Press release From Mission Health ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Oct. 10, 2012) – Mission Health is pleased to announce the appointment of William R. Hathaway, MD, to the position of Chief Medical Officer of Mission Hospital. Dr. Hathaway, a long standing member of the Mission Health family, will focus on quality improvements to enhance patient safety while […]
WCQS and Eblen Foundation team up for 2nd annual Cut the Cold Challenge
Press release From WCQS WCQS is pleased to announce its 2nd annual Cut the Cold Challenge with Eblen Foundation, which will take place during the upcoming Fall Membership Drive. Last year the challenge was held during one day of the drive and raised more than $35,000 in pledges which were matched by Eblen Foundation for […]
CarePartners to hold information meeting Monday, Oct. 15
Press release From CarePartners Information Meeting Speaker: Kara Nash, RN CarePartners Community Liaison Caregivers Support Group Reeves Chapel, 225 Sardis Road. 6:00 PM, Monday, October 15th Topics will include: Overview of CarePartners Programs & Services Strategies for working with family members who have a medical/mental health disorder Senior Health Insurance Information The program is free […]
Local Quakers to hold fundraiser for children in Kenya
Press release From Celo Friends Meeting Celo Friends Meeting (Quakers) invites the Burnsville and surrounding community to join in a fun and engaging evening of food and live entertainment to benefit educational programs in Southern Kenya. The Celo Friends Meeting has a goal of raising $10,000 to support two Shepherd’s Schools serving around 100 children […]
Sylva Herald: MedWest announces layoffs, 26 positions eliminated
From the Sylva Herald Article by Nick Breedlove As a result of less-than-expected patient volumes at local hospitals, MedWest will undergo staffing reductions effective today (Oct. 9) MedWest Communications Director Lucretia Stargell said. Those 26 positions eliminated at MedWest-Harris and MedWest-Swain hospitals and 56 positions cut at MedWest-Haywood hospital won’t affect patient care, Harris and […]
More than 1,000 women register for upcoming herbal conference
Press release Southeast Women’s Herbal Conference Black Mountain, NC – The local Southeast Women’s Herbal Conference seems to be growing like gangbusters–in years when most conference events are shrinking. Women from all over the Southeast and beyond are headed in droves this weekend (October 12-14) to the Southeast Women’s Herbal Conference in Black Mountain. Started […]
Mission Health reopens Café 509 with new menu
Press release From Mission Health Asheville, N.C. (October 2, 2012) Mission Hospital has opened its newly renovated Café 509. Changes include a completely renovated cafeteria, an expanded salad bar, a live-action hot foods demonstration station and a completely revamped menu. Many of the offerings showcase locally produced foods. “We are excited about being able to […]
Fall activities and classes at Stephens-Lee Recreation Center announced
Press release From the City of Asheville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department Asheville, NC –Asheville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts is offering a variety of activities and classes this fall at the Stephens-Lee Recreation Center, 30 George Washington Carver St. Classes · Women Only Workout-FitnessCenter: Monday, 5:00-6:00 pm, free · Men Only Workout-FitnessCenter: Monday, […]
Steroid linked to recent meningitis outbreak not used at Mission Health
Press release From Mission Health ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Oct. 4, 2012) Mission Health officials have confirmed that Mission Hospital and its other member hospitals have not purchased or used the injectable steroid that has been linked to a rare meningitis outbreak. On Wednesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration confirmed that a New England compounding center […]
Photos: Vice President Joe Biden talks politics in Asheville
On Tuesday, Oct. 2, Vice President Joe Biden spoke to a crowd of almost 2,000 in UNCA’s Justice Center as part of a grassroots event. His speech focused on differences between President Obama and Mitt Romney, education, the middle class, taxes, the economy and more. This is his sixth trip to the Tarheel state this year. These are the photos from the Oct. 2 event. (All photos by Xpress reporter Caitlin Byrd)
State approves more money for troubled mental-health agency
