Read to Suceed will hold an information session for prospective volunteers interested in learning more about the in-school literacy coaching program on Saturday, August 23. Pat Bastian, communications director, tells us more about the work of Read to Suceed volunteers
Are you serious about your support for the Asheville Humane Society and its mission to make Buncombe County a no-kill community? Paws for a Cause e takes place over eight hours at Freaks & Geeks and allows customers to choose from one of four pet-themed tattoos — with all the day’s proceeds donated to the Humane Society.
The Asheville Design Center, through its Asheville DesignBuild Studio, is helping the YWCA to construct an outdoor classroom, covered pick-up spot and memorial garden honoring community activist, entrepreneur and former YWCA board president Laurey Masterton.
Environmental Conservation Organization will hold their annual Green Homes and Edible Gardens tour on Saturday, Aug 9. The event allows the public to meet and interact with home owners and gardeners who have experience with solar installations, permaculture and small-house design, among other topics.
Arrrrren’t you ready for a fun time with LEAF? The arts education outreach program is holding its annual FUNraiser to raise support for both its local and international programs.
Press Release Hillbilly Woodstock The 5th Annual Hillbilly Woodstock will be held 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Aug 1-2 at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. The musical lineup is comprised of 20 artists, including Joe Lasher Jr., Andy Buckner, SmokeRise, the Ryan Perry Band, Neon Truckers, Pioneer Chicken Stand and headliner Kaitlyn Baker. Hillbilly Woodstock […]
Press Release RiverLink RiverLink is seeking arts & crafts vendors to join us for our 15th annual RiverFest & Anything That Floats Parade on Saturday August 9th, 2014. The festival will be held at the French Broad River Park on Amboy Road between 1pm-7pm (staggered vendor set-up begins at 8:30 am). The festival will be […]
From WLOS McDowell County deputies say two inmates who escaped custody in Avery County have been arrested. Cousins Calvin and Phillip Metcalf were arrested in Gordon County, Georgia. See the full story here.
Asheville Citizen-Times By Jon Ostendorff Mission Health System will cut costs by $42 million next year under a reorganization plan that could mean layoffs. The not-for-profit company — Western North Carolina’s largest employer with 10,600 workers — has yet to determine how many jobs might be lost. Read the full story here.
The Shiloh community celebrated their annual community garden potluck and summer celebration on Saturday, July 27. This year’s gathering was of particular significance to the community, as it marked the dedication of the garden’s new amphitheatre and outdoor kitchen.
From the Sylva Herald By Quintin Ellison Sylva town leaders on July 17 became the second local government in Jackson County to officially condemn fracking. When it comes to force of law, the resolutions have none. The state’s decision earlier this summer to open North Carolina to fracking stripped local governments of the right to […]
From the Asheville Citizen-Times Carol Motsinger The film crew behind “Untitled Armored Car Project” distributed a filming notification to downtown residences and businesses Thursday morning, which revealed more details about the downtown movie shoot planned for next week. The company — Armored Car Productions — will film Tuesday at 1 W. Pack Square, the Buncombe […]
Press Release The American Red Cross The American Red Cross faces a looming blood shortage, leading to an urgent need for donors of all blood types to roll up a sleeve and give. DONATIONS DROP SIGNIFICANTLY Donations through the Red Cross are down approximately 8 percent over the last 11 weeks, resulting in about 80,000 […]
From North Carolina News Service Stephanie Carson Some members of Congress are calling for reauthorizing the Land and Water Conservation Fund, which officially turns 50 this week and is set to expire next year. Offshore oil and gas developers pay into LWCF, with the money divvied up among states for local recreation and conservation projects. […]
Press Release HandMade in America Asheville, NC – HandMade in America (HIA) is proud to partner with the NC REAL Institute, Asheville Area Arts Council (AAAC), and The Support Center’s Women’s Business Center of Western NC to offer Creative Industry Management Curriculum: Craft, a new entrepreneurship training course for craft artists. The course will utilize […]
Press Release The Support Center The Support Center (TSC), a not-for-profit small business lender and Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI), is pleased to announce the official launch of its Women’s Business Center of Western North Carolina (WBCW) on July 29th, 2014 during a luncheon held at the Renaissance Asheville Hotel at 11:30 a.m. Mayor Ester […]
A mosaic of city roof top gardens? Vacant lots that create jobs? A backyard garden for folks without backyards? It’s all part of the small-scale urban farm model many in Asheville are striving for — where every tiny space is being utilized.
Press Release Cindy McMahon Cindy McMahon will officially file July 7 to represent the Reynolds District on the Buncombe County Board of Education, the seat currently held by Lisa Baldwin. School board members are elected by all voters of all districts within the Buncombe County Schools boundary, but must live within the district they represent. […]
From Carolina Public Press By Kirk Ross The North Carolina state budget isn’t the only thing on hold until House and Senate negotiators come to an agreement. Still awaiting action are a slew of environmental provisions scattered through a handful of bills that, like the budget, are likely to be settled this week in the […]
Press Release Hendersonville Fire Department Hendersonville Fire Department was dispatched shortly after noon on Sunday to a smoke investigation at Applebee’s Restaurant on Four Season’s Boulevard. Upon arrival firefighters found that a kitchen ventilation hood fan was not operating properly and it was shut down. Due to safety reasons the restaurant was evacuated and closed […]
From the Asheville Citizen-Times By Carol Motsinger City police have filed charges against an Asheville man in connection with a traffic accident Sunday that killed a pedestrian. Maximilian Sage Alexander, 29, was charged with misdemeanor death by vehicle and reckless driving, according to warrants at the Buncombe County magistrate’s office. Read the full story here.
