News release from Warren Wilson College: Warren Wilson College, a private liberal arts college in Swannanoa, N.C., has received a $10 million gift, the largest in the College’s history. Made by anonymous donors whose values around education and environmental sustainability align with the College’s, the gift will support the endowment, increasing it by nearly 20%. […]
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FEMA hosts disaster response webinar for small businesses
News release from Explore Asheville: The Disaster Response: Small Business Resources, Insurance, and Claims session on December 10, 2024, from 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. EDT, is a part of the ongoing Small Business Disaster Preparedness Series aimed at sharing critical information and resources for small businesses to successfully navigate disaster recovery situations and build […]
Bulk leaf collection for City of Hendersonville residents begins in December on a modified schedule
News release from the City of Hendersonville: This week, the City of Hendersonville has kicked off bulk leaf collection service for City residents. Typically, fall leaf collection starts in October; however, due to hurricane Helene’s impacts and ongoing storm debris collection, leaf collection has been delayed and will follow a modified schedule running through the […]
Helene recovery updates from Buncombe County for Wednesday, Dec. 4
News release from Buncombe County: Open Burning Ban Issued Effective today, Wednesday, Dec. 4 at noon, the Buncombe County Fire Marshal’s Office has issued an open burning ban due to adverse atmospheric conditions including high fire danger, low humidity, and strong gusty winds. The ban applies to all open burning, including yard waste, debris, and […]
Buncombe County launches Helene recovery housing assistance grant
News release from Buncombe County: Buncombe County Residents impacted by Hurricane Helene can apply for the County’s Helene Recovery Housing Assistance Grant, providing financial support for rent, mortgage, or utility payments. Eligible applicants can get help to cover up to three months of bills, helping them in their path toward recovery from the storm. Applications […]
Appalachia Funders Network asks for Congressional action for Helene relief
News release from the Appalachia Funders Network: Appalachia Funders Network (AFN) Executive Director Rev. Ryan Eller has released the following statement calling on Congress to immediately pass a supplemental Hurricane Helene Relief package before both houses begin recess on December 23, 2024. AFN is the only network of funders in central Appalachia and stands among […]
UPDATE: Haywood County temporary warming station now closed
UPDATE News release from Haywood County: UPDATE: The power outage in Haywood County has been resolved, and the temporary warming station at Haywood Health and Human Services is now closed. Thank you for your patience, and please stay safe. Original News release from Haywood County: Haywood County is opening a temporary warming station to assist […]
City Council to consider contract for downtown Business Improvement District service provider at upcoming meeting
News release from the City of Asheville: The City of Asheville is pleased to share the latest updates and next steps for services and operations of the recently approved Downtown Business Improvement District (BID). City staff are moving forward with contract negotiations with the highest-ranking proposal received as part of a competitive process to identify […]
Child care therapist brings holiday celebration to hurricane-affected families Saturday, Dec. 14
News release from the National Emergency Child Care Network: Hive Mind Therapy, led by Sherree Turcott, LCSW, in collaboration with National Emergency Child Care Network and Asheville City Schools is proud to host a community event on Saturday, December 14th to bring comfort and joy to families affected by the recent hurricane. With the generous […]
Code Purple called for Thursday, Dec.5
Press release from Asheville-Buncombe Homeless Coalition: Code Purple is 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 will also work with participants to […]
Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Board meeting dates 2025
Press release from Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency: AIR QUALITY BOARD MEETING DATES 2025 January 16, 2025 March 13, 2025 May 8, 2025 July 10, 2025 September 11, 2025 November 13, 2025 These meetings will be held in the meeting room at the Buncombe County Permit Office, 30 Valley Street, Asheville, NC 28801. The Agency will […]
Holiday open house at N.C. Governor’s residence
Press release from N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources: Celebrate the holiday season at the Governor’s Western Residence Holiday Open House, Dec. 7-8, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each day. Due to some property damage on the grounds caused by Hurricane Helene, guests will travel to the Western Residence via shuttle bus. Please do not […]
Heartfelt Haywood hosts a holiday grief gathering for families and children
Press release from Heartfelt Haywood: Heartfelt Haywood: Living, Grieving and Dying Well is a newly formed 501(c)3 whose mission is to build a community where no one dies alone, no one grieves alone and caregivers are supported and valued. This year we hosted our first four Healing Hearts Half-day Camps for grieving children. We formed […]
Buncombe County encourages sign up for trash and recycling pick up
Press release from Buncombe County: FCC Environmental Services will begin serving as the solid waste residential garbage and recycling hauler in the unincorporated areas of Buncombe County beginning January 2, 2025. If you are a current Waste Pro customer, you will need to sign up with FCC Environmental to continue receiving trash and recycling pick […]
Community Resources Fair at A-B Tech
Press release from A-B Tech Community College: A-B Tech is sponsoring the Stronger Together: Community Resources Fair on December 4, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.inthe Ferguson Auditorium building on the Asheville campus at 340 Victoria Road. This free event is designed to help students, employees and the community connect with essential resources for Helene […]
UNC Health Pardee plans to expand healthcare services in downtown Brevard
Press release from UNC Health Pardee: UNC Health Pardee is pleased to share new details of its plans to expand healthcare services in Transylvania County. The UNC Health-managed entity based in Hendersonville, NC plans to build out a comprehensive medical office space at 277 N. Broad Street in the College Plaza commercial space. Future tenants […]
Buncombe County Board of Education regular meeting
Press release from Buncombe County Schools: The Buncombe County Board of Education will meet in regular session on December 5, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. in the Minitorium at 175 Bingham Road, Asheville. Board updates and closed session will begin at 4:00 p.m. in the Executive Conference Room for the purpose of discussing confidential personnel, student, […]
Weather impacts to City of Asheville services
Press release from The City of Asheville: Icy road conditions and cold weather this morning have resulted in some impacts to City Services. City of Asheville street teams have been out through the early morning hours gritting streets. They witnessed several accidents caused by black ice and reminds community members, especially those in high elevations, […]
Code Purple through Wednesday
Media release Monday, Dec. 2, from Buncombe County Code Purple Team: 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. […]
County update on property taxes, recovery efforts, and emergency watershed protection program
Media release Monday, Dec. 2, from Buncombe County: Property Tax Bills Deadline Reminder As the Jan. 6 property tax payment deadline approaches, Buncombe County encourages residents to plan ahead. Please note that North Carolina law does not permit property tax waivers or exceptions for natural disasters, including Hurricane Helene. For assistance with payment plans or […]
UPDATE: County Board of Commissioners cancels closed session
Updated news release from Buncombe County: NOTICE: the Special called meeting to go into Closed Session for tomorrow, December 5 has been cancelled. Original news release from Buncombe County: NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Commissioners of Buncombe County has called a special meeting in order to call a closed session of the […]