Press release from Asheville Regional Airport: Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) is pleased to announce that Samuel Sales has been named its new Chief of Public Safety. Chief Sales has been a member of the public safety team at the airport for eight years, beginning as a Public Safety Officer (PSO) after six years as a […]
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Local organizers will hold downtown rally for recovery plan on Wednesday, April 7
Media advisory from Cheryl Orengo: Today while Senator Burr is home for his spring recess, local organizers are coming together for a socially distant event downtown to demand a bold recovery package that will address the climate and economic crisis, implement racial justice, create good-paying jobs, and safeguard real democracy. This action is part of […]
Youth rally to demand Senators Burr, Tillis back jobs guarantee
Press release from Sunrise Movement NC: At noon on Wednesday, April 7, youth activists with Sunrise Movement organized dual “Good Jobs for All” rallies at Senator Burr’s Asheville office and Senator Tillis’ Raleigh office, demanding they sign the Good Jobs pledge as part of a national day of action. The pledge calls for an investment […]
Asheville spent $721M on residential construction last year, report says
Press release from Construction Coverage: One of the major housing market trends that has emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic is a preference for single-family housing, and this increased demand is driving a surge in new home construction. For years, many people—especially more mobile, younger populations—were gravitating toward higher-density living in urban areas with an attractive […]
Buncombe County Commissioners proclaim April as Child Abuse Awareness Month
Press release from Buncombe County: At its April 6 meeting, the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners proclaimed April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. The importance of supporting the health, safety, and security of all Buncombe families has been highlighted by the pandemic. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the risk for child abuse […]
Commissioners attract $3M investment, 47 jobs with System Logistics Corporation expansion
Press release from Buncombe County: Arden-based System Logistics Corporation (SLC) is growing its facility and will create 47 new jobs while investing $3 million in the process. To help the material-handling solutions company with its expansion, Buncombe County Commissioners unanimously approved a one-time incentive of $100,000 pending SLC meeting investment and job creation projections at […]
Buncombe COVID vaccines open to Group 5 Wednesday, appointments available now
Press release from Buncombe County: On Tuesday, April 6, Buncombe County Public Health Director Stacie Saunders provided a COVID-19 update to the Board of Commissioners ahead of Wednesday’s opening of vaccine appointments to Group 5. Vaccine appointments are available immediately by going to www.buncombeready.org or by calling 419-0095. Pfizer is the only vaccine approved for […]
Hendersonville Rotary presents award to Capt. Josh Poore
Press release from Hendersonville Rotary Club: On Tuesday, April 6, at noon, Hendersonville Rotary Club President Marybeth Burns, and former President Sheila Grapes, awarded the 2019/2020 “Non-Rotarian Outstanding Professional Achievement” award to Captain Josh Poore of the Hendersonville Fire Department (medically retired). This award has been delayed in its presentation due to COVID 19 restrictions. It […]
Jacqueline Grant appointed as superior court judge following retirement of Marvin Pope
Press release from the office of Gov. Roy Cooper: Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced four judicial appointments to Superior and District Courts across the state. “These appointees bring years of legal experience and knowledge to the bench,” said Gov. Cooper. “I’m grateful for their willingness to serve the people of our state.” Gov. Cooper made […]
NC’s COVID-19 vaccine eligibility opens for all adults on April 7
Press release from the office of Gov. Roy Cooper: Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. gave an update on the state’s current data, trends and vaccination progress as tomorrow also marks the opening of vaccine eligibility for Group 5. This means anyone 16 years […]
Bullington Gardens spring plant sale begins April 12 online
Press release from Bullington Gardens: Bullington Gardens, a horticultural education center and public botanical garden, holds its annual spring plant sale online beginning Monday, April 12. A descriptive list of offerings with photos can be viewed at www.bullingtongardens.org. April is an ideal time to plant new shrubs and trees. Kick off your gardening season now with […]
APD asking for help to locate missing teen
Press release from Asheville Police Department: The Asheville Police Department (APD) is asking for help from the public to locate missing 17-year-old Alyssa Mcguire. Alyssa was last seen in Asheville on March 8, 2021, has brown hair, brown eyes, weighs approximately 117 pounds and is 4’9″ tall. Alyssa has a tattoo on her chest/ shoulder […]
Henderson Co. Health Department opens COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to all adults
Press release from Henderson County Department of Public Health: The Henderson County Department of Public Health has opened COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to everyone 16 and older this week alongside the launch of an online appointment scheduling system. Beginning this week, individuals will be able to schedule their own vaccine appointment online through the Health Department. Dates […]
Youth activists to rally April 7, demand Sen. Burr support jobs legislation
Press release from Sunrise Movement Asheville: What: A rally demanding Senator Richard Burr sign the Good Jobs for All pledge as well as back the THRIVE Agenda and the PRO Act, with signs, banners, speakers, and songs. When: April 7, 2021, 12 p.m. Where: 151 Patton Ave # 204, Asheville, NC 28801 Who: Youth activists with Sunrise Movement Asheville and […]
Registration opens for 2021 Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and Silver Arts Competition
Press release from City of Asheville: Asheville Parks & Recreation is proud to present the 2021 Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and Silver Arts Competition in partnership with Buncombe County, the YMCA and Black Mountain Parks & Recreation. The games will be held April 19 through May 19 and feature a hybrid format of both in-person and […]
City of Asheville hosts business training, April 13-15
Press release from City of Asheville: This April, the City of Asheville Business Inclusion Office will conduct three free training sessions to help local businesses learn how to work on local government contracts. These training sessions will be facilitated by the A-B Tech Small Business Center and take place from April 13-15. Training 1: Is […]
Haywood County data collection project will help identify critical regional needs
Press release from the Haywood County Health and Human Services Agency: Over the next several weeks, residents in Haywood County will have the opportunity to help Haywood County Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) identify the most critical health needs throughout our county and the region. The national research firm PRC of Omaha, Nebraska, will […]
Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office requests assistance to locate missing juvenile from Arden
Press release from Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office: The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate a missing juvenile from Arden area of Buncombe County. Damion McElroy, age 17, is approximately 5’ 10” and 150 pounds with hazel eyes and blonde hair. Mr. McElroy was last seen on April 2nd near downtown Asheville, but now may […]
Hendersonville Police Department involved in vehicular pursuit on I-26
Press release from the city of Hendersonville: Hendersonville, NC (April 5, 2021) – On Sunday, April 4, 2021, the Hendersonville Police Department was involved in a vehicular pursuit on I-26. A portion of the pursuit was captured on video by a citizen and posted to social media. “We are aware of a video on social media […]
Asheville Chamber hosts WNC Career Expo April 14-16
Press release from Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce: The WNC Career Expo presented by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce and Mountain Area Workforce Development Board will be held April 14-16. Job seekers will be able to meet with hiring employers live online April 14-16 or in-person Thursday, April 15th from 11 a.m. to 6 […]
Ann Miller Woodford wins Outstanding Achievement Award from WNC Historical Association
Press release from Western North Carolina Historical Association: The WNCHA 2020 Outstanding Achievement Award will be presented to Ann Miller Woodford for her work preserving and promoting the history of African American people in far western North Carolina, on Tuesday, May 18 at 6:30pm via Zoom. New this year, an $1,000 prize, generously funded by […]