Press release from ArtsAVL: On behalf of the City of Asheville, ArtsAVL is pleased to announce the eight nonprofit recipients of the 2024-25 Event Support Grant. Each organization will host free, public events within Asheville’s streets, parks, or outdoor public spaces. The City of Asheville Event Support Grant is facilitated by ArtsAVL, the City’s contracted […]
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Mission Hospital ties for No. 1 spot on NC best hospital list
Press release from Mission Health: Mission Hospital has earned the top ranking in Business North Carolina’s (BNC) annual list of North Carolina’s Best Hospitals, tying at No. 1 with Duke University Hospital and WakeMed Raleigh. This prestigious recognition underscores Mission Hospital’s continued commitment to excellence in patient care and clinical outcomes. “We are honored to […]
Last pass for right of way debris removal Haywood County
Press release from Haywood County: We’ve come a long way since Hurricane Helene devastated Haywood County, Canton, Clyde, Waynesville, and Maggie Valley. Together we continue to navigate the challenges. As we approach the six-month anniversary, and as recovery continues, the last pass for right of way debris removal will be March 28th, 2025. This last […]
UNC Asheville students win 11 statewide media awards
Press release from UNC-Asheville: Blue Banner staff members (front row from left) Abigail Cutler, Sarah Booth, Emily Moosbrugger, (middle row from left) Brayden Giffin, Chrisoula Theodorou, (back row) Brandon Washington and Cameryn Shochet hold some of the awards the student news outlet won. The Blue Banner, UNC Asheville’s student news outlet, earned seven awards […]
Code Purple announcement Thursday, 3/6
Press release from the Asheville Homeless Coalition: Purpose of Code Purple: Is to provide a coordinated effort among Asheville and Buncombe County shelters and other organizations to provide emergency overflow shelter to people experiencing homelessness. During Code Purple, participating shelters will provide more beds with fewer requirements than their typical programming. Code Purple sites […]
75th Annual WNC Honors awards
Press release from WNC Communities: The WNC Honors Awards, a program of WNC Communities, is built on a 75-year tradition of recognizing rural community development clubs for their innovative ideas and grassroots solutions. These centers and clubs are the backbone of community cohesion running through our beloved mountains. The culmination of this year’s WNC Honors […]
City of Asheville seeks input on $225 million disaster relief action plan
Press release from City of Asheville: The City of Asheville hosted a series of public meetings in February to gather input which was used to help create the Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program Draft Action Plan. Thanks to the public’s participation, the Draft Action Plan outlines unmet needs caused by Hurricane […]
Special-called work session, Buncombe County Board of Education
Press release from Buncombe County Schools: There will be a Special-Called Work Session of the Buncombe County Board of Education on March 6, 2025 at 3:00 p.m. in the Minitorium at 175 Bingham Road, Asheville, NC 28806. The Special Called Work Session has been scheduled in accordance with BCS Board Policy #2300. The Special Called […]
Free Wifi now available on ART transit buses
Press release from the City of Asheville: The City of Asheville is excited to announce that free WiFi is now available on all Asheville Rides Transit (ART) buses, making it easier for riders to stay connected while on the go. This new service is part of the City’s ongoing commitment to enhancing public transportation and […]
Buncombe County Fire Marshal extends open burn ban
Press release from Buncombe County: The Buncombe County Fire Marshal’s Office has extended an open burn ban through Friday, March 7 at 9 a.m. due to forecasted extreme fire danger conditions including low humidity and strong winds. The ban may be extended again depending on conditions. The ban applies to all open burning including: Yard […]
SBA extends deadline for disaster loans in North Carolina
Press release from the U.S. Small Business Administration: The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is extending the physical damage loan deadline for disaster declarations affected by the 2024 federal funding lapse. The new deadline to apply is April 27, 2025. The disaster declaration covers Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Cabarrus, Caldwell, Catawba, Cherokee, Clay, Cleveland, […]
Asheville Police is seeking the public’s help
Press release from the Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police detectives are investigating gun discharges early Sunday morning in downtown Asheville. Thankfully, no one was injured and only property damage has been reported at this time. Officers quickly responded to numerous gun discharges in downtown Asheville around 1:29 a.m. on March 2. As officers attempted to […]
Asheville to host 8th Annual DIY Tourism Marketing Conference March 17-18
Press release from Explore Asheville: ASHEVILLE TO HOST 8TH ANNUAL DIY TOURISM MARKETING CONFERENCE MARCH 17-18 FOR TOURISM INDUSTRY MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS PROFESSIONALS Rescheduled event due to hurricane to take place at the Renaissance Hotel in stunning city named by New York Times among top 52 places to visit in 2025 Explore Asheville President and CEO […]
Homeward Bound announces 13th-Annual Welcome Home luncheon May 21
Press release from Homeward Bound of WNC : Homeward Bound is excited to announce our 13th-Annual Welcome Home Luncheon on May 21, 2025. Join us for this free fundraising event and luncheon where we’ll be exploring the theme of relationships in our work to end homelessness in Buncombe County. RSVP and more information to follow! Wednesday, […]
Code Purple announcement for Monday 3/3/25
Press release from the Asheville Homeless Coalition: CODE PURPLE ANNOUNCEMENT: for Monday, 3/3/25 Additional weather information can be found at [weather.gov](https://weather.gov) Purpose of Code Purple: Is to provide a coordinated effort among Asheville and Buncombe County shelters and other organizations to provide emergency overflow shelter to people experiencing homelessness. During Code Purple, participating shelters will […]
Air Quality Forecast – Green and Yellow
Press release from Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency: Monday, March 3, 2025, is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for Particle Pollution (2.5 microns) and a code GREEN for Ozone for the valleys and South Ridges of Asheville and Buncombe County. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. For the ridge tops, it is […]
You’re Invited: Planning for recovery and rebuilding
Press release from Thrive Asheville: Thursday, March 6th @ 7pm ArtSpace Charter School Planning for Recovery and Rebuilding: Lessons from New Orleans Stories of Recovery Planning from Katrina with Steven Bingler Recovery is for all of us. As Asheville moves forward after Hurricane Helene, we must ensure our planning processes lead to real outcomes—ones shaped […]
Hiawassee Street temporarily repaved, roadway has reopened
Press release from the City of Asheville: The City of Asheville announces Hiawassee Street between Rankin Avenue and North Lexington Avenue, has been temporarily repaved, restoring smoother access for motorists and pedestrians. This work was necessary in the interim while planning continues for a permanent upgrade to the utility and stormwater systems. City staff […]
Explore Asheville: Last chance to take the Helene Impacts Business Response survey
Press release from Explore Asheville: Last Chance to Participate in the Helene Impacts Business Response Survey Survey Closes this Wednesday, March 5—Your Input Matters! Riverbird Research, in partnership with local and state agencies, has launched the WNC Helene Impacts Business Response Survey to provide a ground-level picture of the storm’s impact on businesses and the […]
APD Detectives charge suspect in hotel double shooting
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (February 28, 2025): Asheville Police Department detectives have charged a suspect following an investigation into a shooting that occurred Monday night at an east Asheville hotel. Arrest warrants have been issued. Edzavious Javon Lindsay (03/09/2003) is wanted on multiple charges, including Attempted First Degree Murder x2, Assault […]
BCSO arson Investigation leads to conviction
Press release from Buncombe County’s Sheriff’s Office: Buncombe County District 2 Captain Angie Tullis would like to thank Detective William Small for his outstanding work on a 2021 Arson investigation in the Leicester Community. On Monday, Ashley Neal was convicted of: Burning certain buildings (3 counts) Felony conspiracy to commit the arsons (4 counts) Burning […]
