Press release from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site: Carl Sandburg Home NHS will host a community storytelling slam on Carl Sandburg’s Birthday, Monday, January 6, 2020. Storytellers from across the region will share true five-minute stories with a live audience at Henderson County Library Main Branch Kaplan Auditorium from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. The […]
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Haywood Community College to hold open house, Dec. 3
Press release from Haywood Community College: Haywood Community College will hold an open house at the Regional Business Advancement Center Tuesday December 3, 6-8 p.m. This informal networking event will highlight the resources available at the center including the Project AMI Makerspace, an open lab fitted with machining and welding equipment and 3D printers. The […]
Haywood Streetscape Improvement project moves forward with construction contract, anticipated to begin in January
Press release from the City of Asheville: The Haywood Streetscape Improvement project is another step closer to construction, following City Council’s Nov. 12 authorization to execute a contract with Tennoca Construction Company as well as a memorandum of understanding with the Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) of Buncombe County for cost sharing. This project includes sidewalk […]
OurVOICE’s 18th Annual Survivors Art Show, Nov. 22
Press release from OurVOICE: Who: Our VOICE presents the 18th annual Survivors Art Show What: An exhibition of visual and performance art by survivors in our community When: Opening reception and opening-night performances will be held Friday, November 22 at the Asheville Masonic Temple An open-to-the-public artist demonstration with our Featured Guest Artist will be held Saturday, November […]
Hola Community Arts establishes Hola Cultural Center
Press release from Hola Community Arts: Hola Community Arts is proud to announce our most impactful community-wide project to date, with the establishment of the Hola Cultural Center. The Center provides an inspiring, innovative place where people from all walks of life connect through the shared experience of arts and culture. The Hola Cultural Center […]
Asheville City Schools receives 28 applicants for superintendent position; plans second round of interviews
Email communication from Asheville City Schools to students’ families: Good Afternoon Cougar Family, On behalf of the Asheville City Board of Education, we would like to update you on our district’s Superintendent Search. As you may know, the search began mid-summer, and we completed the community engagement phase comprised of three surveys and 11 community […]
Henderson Co. MLK Unity Breakfast planned for Jan. 20
Press release from the Community Foundation of Henderson County: The Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Breakfast Committee is pleased to announce the 2020 celebration to be held on Monday, Jan. 20, 2020 at Blue Ridge Community College’s Technology Education & Development Center in the Blue Ridge Conference Hall. Doors to the ticketed event open at 8 […]
OurVOICE to hold18th annual Survivors Art Show Nov. 23
Press release from Our VOICE: Who: Our VOICE presents the 18th annual Survivors Art Show What: An exhibition of visual and performance art by survivors in our community When: Opening reception and opening-night performances will be held Friday, Nov. 22 at the Asheville Masonic Temple An open-to-the-public artist demonstration with our Featured Guest Artist will be held Saturday, […]
Hendersonville Symphony launches conductor search
Press release from the Hendersonville Symphony: The Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra has officially launched a search process for its next Music Director and Conductor, who will lead the artistic future of the orchestra through its 50th anniversary and into the years ahead. Criteria for applicants will be available soon, with the regional search, interviewing of candidates and […]
Writer’s Workshop announces contests and classes for December
Press release from the Writer’s Workshop: The Writers’ Workshop is offering these contest and classes for beginning and experienced writers. Classes meet on Saturdays, 10-4 pm, at 387 Beaucatcher Rd., Asheville. Registration is in advance only, at www.twwoa.org. For more info, contact writersw@gmail.com. Dec. 7: Creative Non-Fiction Writing with Glenn Proctor Being able to write about life’s challenges […]
Asheville water transmission line tie-in to affect Laurel Ridge neighborhood
Press release from the City of Asheville: With the final tie-in transmission waterline installation on the North Fork Waterline Bypass Project set for Friday, Nov. 22, into Saturday, Nov. 23, we want to clearly communicate to our customers about the expected timeline and impacts. This transmission line tie-in is expected to affect customers in the […]
City of Asheville seeks boards and commissions members
Press release from the City of Asheville: BE A LOCAL LEADER The City of Asheville has various openings on various committees. Have you ever wanted to make a difference? Have you wondered, “Can the City benefit from my experience and knowledge?” Do you want to have a voice in the City’s growth and future? Do […]
Buncombe County TDA board meeting Nov. 20
Press release from the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority: MEDIA ADVISORY: REGULAR MEETING OF BUNCOMBE COUNTY TDA – NOVEMBER 20, 9AM WHAT: The monthly joint meeting of the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, Public Authority, and Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, Nonprofit Corporation WHEN: Wednesday, November 20, 2019, at 9 a.m. WHERE: Board Room of the […]
Former CEO of Mission Hospital Bob Burgin awarded top honor by Governor Cooper
Press release from United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County: Each fall, United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County gathers top donors to learn more about their impact on key issues affecting the people of Buncombe County. This year was particularly special as the organization was running a “covert” operation in conjunction with the Governor’s office […]
Air quality forecast for Saturday, Nov. 16: Good/Moderate (GREEN and YELLOW)
Saturday, November 16, 2019, is a code yellow air quality forecast day for the valleys of Asheville and Buncombe County. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. This forecast is based on particulate matter in the air. For the ridge tops, it is a code green air quality forecast day. No health impacts are expected when […]
Gary Higgins announces retirement from Soil and Water Conservation District
Announcement from Buncombe County: Buncombe County is honored and excited to celebrate the retirement of Soil & Water Conservation Director Gary Higgins. He is leaving us after 36 years of service. In 1983, Gary joined the County as a Soil Conservationist. Prior to that, he worked for the Soil & Water Conservation District helping repair […]
Asheville holiday festivities kick off Nov. 22
Press release from the City of Asheville: With the holidays around the corner, the City of Asheville is excited to promote several festive events around town that encourage families to enjoy the winter season while eating, shopping and celebrating the holidays in the city’s business districts. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive in Asheville Friday, […]
Speed limits drop in I-26 work zones
Press release from the N.C. Department of Transportation: The N.C. Department of Transportation has reduced the speed limit in work zone areas of Interstate 26 between I-40 in Buncombe County and U.S. 64 in Henderson County. The speed limit has been reduced to 55 mph in areas where lanes have been narrowed, bridge work is […]
Public comment opens for state free voter ID rule
Press release from the N.C. State Board of Elections: The State Board of Elections invites members of the public to comment on the proposed text of a permanent administrative rule pertaining to the issuance of free voter photo ID cards by county boards of elections. The proposed text of the rule can be found here. […]
Cooper appoints Adriana Chavela of Hola Community Arts to Hispanic/Latino advisory council
Press release from Hola Community Arts: Governor Roy Cooper selected Adriana Chavela, Executive Director of Hola Community Arts, to serve on the Governor’s Advisory Council on Hispanic/Latino Affairs. The Governor’s Advisory Council on Hispanic/Latino Affairs advises the Governor on issues related to the Hispanic/Latino community in North Carolina and supports State efforts to promote cooperation […]
Donna Ensley to run for Buncombe County commissioner
Announcement from Donna Ensley: Thank you to my 17,487 neighbors, residents and friends who cast your votes for me in the 2018 Buncombe County Commission election. You inspired me to engage even more deeply in our community. I have continued to work diligently in the past year to create the future that Buncombe County deserves. […]