Press release from AARP North Carolina AARP North Carolina invites local organizations and governments across the state to apply for the 2022 AARP Community Challenge grant program, now through March 22, 2022. Grants fund quick-action projects that help communities become more livable in the long-term by improving public spaces, transportation, housing, civic engagement, coronavirus recovery, […]
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Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation announces new board officers and advisors
Press release from Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation: (ASHEVILLE, N.C., Jan. 26, 2022) – The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of new Board of Trustees officers and the addition of members to its Council of Advisors. The group will provide leadership for the nonprofit organization, which this year celebrates its 25th […]
Asheville Police investigating three breaking and entering cases, suspect believed the same
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (Jan. 26, 2022): Asheville Police are investigating three breaking and entering cases that occurred around 4 a.m. Sunday, and investigators believe the same suspect could be responsible for all cases. First Case: Officers were dispatched to the Early Girl Eatery on Hendersonville Road, where they found that […]
IFB Solutions receives $20,000 grant for job training in Asheville
Press release from IFB Solutions: ASHEVILLE, N.C. — IFB Solutions, the country’s largest employer of people who are blind or visually impaired, recently received a $20,000 grant from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina for job training in its Asheville facility. The grant, which came from the foundation’s Human Services Grant Program, is being […]
Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency notice of opportunity for public comment draft Synthetic Minor Operation Permit
Press release from The Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency: The Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency(AB Air Quality) hereby gives notice of its intent to issue an Air Quality Permit to: XSYS North America 95 Glenn Bridge Road Arden, NC 28704 Buncombe County Permit No.: 11-921-22 This facility applied for a new Synthetic Minor Operation Permit which meets […]
Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency notice of opportunity for public comment draft Title V permit
Press release from The Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency: The Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency (AB Air Quality) hereby gives notice of its intent to issue an Air Quality Permit to: Day International, Inc. dba Flint Group 25 Old Shoals Road Arden, NC 28704 Buncombe County Permit No.: 11-774-22 This facility applied for a renewal of its […]
Asheville City Council to hold virtual American Rescue Plan Act work sessions
Press release from City Clerk: The City Council will hold virtual American Rescue Plan Act work sessions to hear applicant presentations on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. – Noon; and on Wednesday, February 2, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. No public comment will be accepted at the worksessions. Pursuant to North Carolina […]
Buncombe County detainee dies after being transported to Mission Hospital
Press release from Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office: (January 26, 2022) – At approximately 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday a Detention Officer was conducting supervision rounds and observed a detainee acting erratically in a holding cell in female booking. The Detention Officer entered the holding cell while calling for medical and supervisors. After a check by the nurse, […]
Buncombe Ad Hoc Reappraisal Committee to meet Jan. 26
Press release from Buncombe County: Do you have thoughts, concerns, or ideas to share with Buncombe County’s Ad Hoc Reappraisal Committee? Your input can help guide the next reappraisal process. On Wednesday, Jan. 26 the Ad Hoc Reappraisal Committee will meet virtually from 5-7 p.m. The committee will accept public comment at the beginning of […]
Doug Edwards announces candidacy for Buncombe County District Attorney
Press release from Doug Edwards for DA: Former Buncombe County First Assistant District Attorney Doug Edwards will seek the Democratic nomination for District Attorney. “Buncombe County deserves a District Attorney who is a leader, with substantial experience, and is committed to keeping our community safe,” Edwards said. “While prosecution is the primary responsibility of the D.A., it is not the […]
Buncombe COVID case rates show slight decrease, while percent positivity, hospitalizations and deaths increase
Press release from Buncombe County: It is still too early to know if new cases of COVID are decreasing in Buncombe County. Current numbers suggest a decline in cases from 1,152 new cases per 100,000 per week to 907 currently. “This week’s case data will help us determine if the decrease we are seeing is […]
Carolina Public Press launches two regional NC news projects
Press release from Carolina Public Press: Answering the community’s call for local nonpartisan journalism toward strengthening accountability and democracy, Carolina Public Press (CPP) has launched two new regional reporting efforts in North Carolina – each focused on public service reporting in both western and eastern North Carolina. Shelby Harris is the newsroom’s western North Carolina reporter, […]
UPDATE: Asheville police asking for help to locate Devin James Douglass
Press release from Asheville Police Department UPDATE (January 24, 2022): Devin James Douglass has been located and arrested. Douglass is currently at the Buncombe County Jail being held on a $13,000 secure bond. The Asheville Police Department is asking the public’s help to locate Devin James Douglass, who has three open warrants for felony larceny. His […]
BBB of Charlotte and Asheville release 2021 annual report
Press release from Better Business Bureau of Southern Piedmont and Western North Carolina: Asheville, NC (January 24, 2022) – Better Business Bureau of Southern Piedmont and Western North Carolina released its 2021 annual report today, detailing consumer activity related to businesses located in the BBB’s 37-county service area. This report includes statistics on consumer complaints, verified […]
City of Asheville clarifies staff research into safe distribution of food in city parks
Press release from the city of Asheville: It has come to our attention that there is a misunderstanding in some parts of our community about research city staff is doing to allow for the safe distribution of food in city parks. Unfortunately, this work has been misunderstood as an attempt to ban city park-based meal […]
Get moving with Asheville Parks and Recreation’s city-wide free Fit 50 Challenge
Press release from the city of Asheville: Ashevillians looking for motivation to get moving during colder months can join friends, neighbors, and other community members as the city runs, walks, and rolls during the free Fit 50 Challenge. Back for its second year, Asheville Parks & Recreation’s challenge allows participants to track their progress as they […]
CORRECTED NOTICE: City of Asheville virtual meetings for Jan.24-28
Press release from the city of Asheville: CORRECTION: The Homeless Initiative Advisory Board’s regular meeting is on Jan. 28 at 9:00 a.m.
Buncombe County TDA regular monthly meeting: Wednesday, Jan. 26
Press release from the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority: WHAT: The regular monthly joint meeting of the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, Public Authority, and Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, Nonprofit Corporation. WHEN: Wednesday, Jan. 26, 9–10:45 a.m. WHERE: This meeting will be held virtually using the Zoom webinar platform. All attendees (media and public) must register to […]
Pardee UNC Health Care re-opens COVID infusion clinic, seeks nurses and EMS workers to help meet demand
Press release from Pardee UNC Health Care: In response to ongoing community demand and recent availability of treatments for COVID-19, Pardee UNC Health Care will once again open its infusion clinic in a new, offsite location, available by referral only. To manage the patient volumes and administer these infusions, specific clinicians are needed, including registered […]
Asheville City Council Meeting : January 25, 2022
Press release from City of Asheville: For safety and to reduce the transmission of COVID-19, Asheville City Council meetings remain in remote format and accessible to the public in accordance with N.C. General Statute § 166A-19.24(f). This includes the 5 p.m. January 25 City Council meeting. Here’s what you need to know to watch/listen and/or to […]
Local WCU MFA students highlighted in airport Student Artwork Showcase
Press release from Asheville Regional Airport: The Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) annual Student Artwork Showcase is on display now through March 18, 2022. A variety of work, encompassing multiple disciplines by talented students of the Master of Fine Art (MFA) program at Western Carolina University (WCU), is being featured in the airport art gallery. The Student […]