Press release from Habitat for Humanity North Carolina: In about three weeks, John and Landy Savage will be able to move into their new home, after losing their trailer in a fire and spending the past several months living cramped in a camper, thanks to Habitat for Humanity and local sponsors like Harrah’s Cherokee Casino […]
Press release from the City of Asheville: Asheville Water Resources’ final water transmission line tie-in was completed this weekend with no impacts to our customers. Thank you for your patience during this massive 7-month installation to better protect our community from water loss during extreme weather events. We are more sustainable and resilient as a […]
Press release from the City of Hendersonville: Police Chief Herbert Blake announces the 6th Annual “Shop with a Hero” event to take place on Thursday, December 5, 2019. Approximately 90 students from across Henderson County Public Schools’ elementary schools will be paired with a local or regional first responder and given $100 to spend at […]
Press release on behalf of Denise Kiernan: CRAFT, a new author conversation series conceived and hosted by New York Timesbestselling author Denise Kiernan, kicks off at Asheville’s premier cocktail lounge Little Jumbo on January 26, 2020, at 3 p.m. The series, held the last Sunday of each month, is co-sponsored by Malaprop’s Bookstore/Cafe and Little Jumbo. […]
Update from the APD on Nov. 26: Marshall Emery Raber has been safely located. Press release from the Asheville Police Department: The Asheville Police Department (APD) is requesting assistance to locate a missing person, Marshall Emery Raber. Raber was last seen on November 13 in the area of 119 Tunnel Road. Raber is described as […]
Press release from the city of Asheville: Many things make a good neighborhood: sidewalks, shady trees and manageable car traffic come to mind. But most of all, it’s the people who take time to know each other, who care about the health, safety and rights of their neighbors, who help and look out for children, […]
Press release from the Charles George VA Medical Center: Charles George VA Medical Center will host a Veterans Town Hall and Information Fair in the Medical Center Atrium (basement level) on Thursday, Dec. 5 at 5 p.m. The Medical Center Director will provide an update on the latest facility and VA health care news. Additionally, the […]
Press release from the Community Foundation of Western North Carolina: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina recently approved grants totaling $1,395,156 to nonprofits across the region. The awards were made in CFWNC’s Food and Farming, Natural and Cultural Resources, and People in Need focus areas with 69 grants totaling $1,173,782 going to nonprofits serving economically-disadvantaged […]
Press release from Allegiant Air: Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) today starts new service from Asheville to West Palm Beach, Florida. To celebrate, the company is offering one-way fares on the new route as low as $49.* “We’re incredibly excited to grow again in Asheville with this new route,” said Drew Wells, Allegiant vice president of planning […]
Press release from Western Carolina Rescue Ministries: Western Carolina Rescue Ministries (WCRM) will be hosting its third annual “Week of Thankfulness” for those in need starting Monday, Nov. 25 and running through Friday, Nov. 29. The event will take place each evening from 4:30 – 5:30p.m. at Western Carolina Rescue Ministries (225 Patton Avenue). Each […]
Announcement from Buncombe County Government: After a lengthy and deliberate nationwide search, Buncombe County is pleased to announce Sharon Burke has been selected as HR Director. “Her professional experience coupled with an earnest desire to develop and nurture organizational talent makes her an ideal fit,” notes County Manager Avril Pinder. Her first day on the […]
Press release from Buncombe County Health and Human Services: Buncombe County, N.C.- Several cases of pertussis, also known as whooping cough, have been confirmed in school-aged children across Buncombe County. We want the community to know that schools, public health officials, and healthcare providers are working to identify and appropriately treat individuals suspected of having […]
Press release from South Slope Neighborhood Association: For the last few years, the Southside Community has hosted an annual holiday celebration meal at the Edington Center on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. While we won’t be able to feed the community by preparing a meal, we are pleased to announce a special Southside Community Engagement Market […]
Press release from Haywood County Health and Human Services Agency: Households in Haywood County containing a person aged 60 or more, or someone receiving disability benefits and services through the NC Division of Aging and Adult Services can apply for help covering the cost of heating their homes starting Monday, December 2. All households can apply […]
Press release from the city of Asheville: Avoid the shopping crowds on Black Friday (Nov. 29) and #OptOutside at the WNC Nature Center for fresh air, active learning and amazing animals! #OptOutside is a campaign created by REI to encourage consumers to opt-out of the madness of Black Friday shopping the day after Thanksgiving and […]
Press release from the Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre: The Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre has had many incredible leaders over its 45 year producing history. As our 45th anniversary season draws to a close with our production of Miracle in Bedford Falls, we are thrilled to congratulate Amanda Sayles, our Producing Artistic Director of the 2019 […]
Announcement from Buncombe County Election Services: On Nov. 20, 2019, Buncombe County Election Services received the official update to the NC Senate, NC House, and Buncombe County Commissioner districts from the NC State Board of Elections. Voter records have been updated to reflect these changes. How to Look Up Your New District Voters can look up […]
Press release from the City of Asheville Police Department: On November 21 at approximately 9:30 p.m., two black males committed an armed robbery at the Exxon gas station (210 Charlotte Street). The suspects entered the business, displaying a handgun and demanded money from the clerk. They fled on foot with an undetermined amount of cash heading north […]
Press release from Steve Norris: Gandhi once said that “fasting is the sincerest form of prayer.” For some of those who take part, it will be just that: an urgent prayer for our Mother Earth, its people and all of its life forms. Our Thanksgiving Fast & Prayer For The Earth is an opportunity to […]
Press release from the Land of Sky Regional Council: Imagine feeling again the joy of a child’s laughter and love. Cuddle a newborn baby or watch a child’s face light up when you enter the room. Adoring smiles and hugs are waiting for you in a daycare or school in your neighborhood. At schools and […]
Press release from Department of Justice: Late yesterday, U.S. District Judge Martin Reidinger sentenced Frank Michael Lucas, 33, of Sylva, N.C. to 160 months in prison on drug trafficking charges, announced Andrew Murray, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. Judge Reidinger also ordered Lucas to serve five years under court supervision and […]
