Press release from Brevard Music Center: Over the course of its 82nd season, the Brevard Music Center (BMC) will host a myriad of performances and special events saluting the centennial of celebrated American composer Leonard Bernstein. BMC’s third “Festival Within a Festival” pays tribute to one of the most iconic composers of the 21st century whose […]
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Asheville Police Department traffic stop data available on open data portal
Press release from Asheville Police Department: In a continuing effort to increase transparency and provide the community with access to data, the Asheville Police Department has worked in partnership with several community members to release traffic stop data from 2006 to present, online through the City of Asheville’s Open Data Portal. Three data sets have […]
City of Asheville invites residents to weigh in on bike share program feasibility
Press release from the City of Asheville: Imagine having a bicycle available for a quick jaunt to the other side of downtown or West Asheville. It could happen — if a bike share program comes to Asheville. In support of active and accessible transportation methods, the City of Asheville is conducting a study of whether […]
Postcards for Change begins June 22
Press release from Progressive Women of Hendersonville: Postcards for Change starts this Friday, June 22, when Progressive Women of Hendersonville (PWH) hosts Sam Edney who is running for NC House, district 113. The public is invited to attend. Writers will be supplied with postcards, postage and addresses and will share their message of why they […]
Light in the Dark: A benefit for Guardian Ad Litem Association, June 28
Press release from Asheville Affiliates: The Asheville Affiliates are co-hosting a fundraiser with Guardian ad Litem (GAL) of Buncombe County to raise support that will go directly to GAL and its mission. GAL’s mission is to equip community volunteers to serve abused and neglected children by advocating for their best interests in court. This non-profit […]
Free workshops offered at Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education in July
Press release from N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission: BREVARD, N.C. (June 20, 2018) – The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education is offering free outdoor-related workshops for people of all ages and skill levels throughout the month of July. Online registration is required for the workshops, which are open on a first-come, first-served basis. July […]
Asheville Lyric Opera welcomes young artists for summer program
Press release from Asheville Lyric Opera: The Asheville Lyric Opera Summer Young Artist Program is in full swing! As is the case every year, six young artists from around the country are in residence for five weeks studying with our opera staff, performing a series of concerts around Asheville, and performing roles in our upcoming […]
Highland Brewing hosts free educational series on outdoor skills
Press release from Diamond Brand Outdoors: Local outdoor stores Diamond Brand Outdoors and Frugal Backpacker are co-hosting a new event series with Asheville’s first brewery, Highland Brewing Company. This partnership brings free outdoor skills classes and workshops to Highland’s rooftop bar, where guests can enjoy learning with a 360-degree view of Western North Carolina. Diamond […]
Wildlife Commission holds Free Fishing Day on July 4
Press release from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission: On July 4, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission invites anglers and would-be anglers of all ages to go fishing — for free. From 12 a.m. until 11:59 p.m., everyone in North Carolina — resident and non-residents alike — can fish in any public body of water, including […]
APD requests assistance to ID larceny suspect
Press release from the Asheville Police Department: The Asheville Police Department is requesting assistance to identify a male suspect who stole a purse from the Orange Peel on May 27, 2018 at approximately 12:55 a.m. Both the purse and the contents have been recovered. The suspect is thought to frequent the downtown area. If anyone […]
Asheville parking garage fee structure changes July 1
Press release from the City of Asheville: Parking fees at City of Asheville garages will change, starting July 1. The good news is that the first hour free will still apply to motorists who truly use less than 1 hour at a City parking garage. If you stay longer, however, you will be charged for […]
Wells Fargo donates mural to Mars Hill University
Press release from Mars Hill University: As Wells Fargo closes its Mars Hill branch, it’s leaving behind a piece of history. The bank donated to Mars Hill University a mural that documents historical images of the university and town. It has been displayed in the Mars Hill branch as part of the Wells Fargo Community […]
APD requests assistance to locate Kamie Calhoun Seay
Press release from the Asheville Police Department: The Asheville Police Department is requesting assistance to locate Kamie Calhoun Seay. Seay was last seen on June 1, 2018, in Deaverview Apartments. Seay is described as a white female, 5’5″ tall and weighing approximately 170 pounds. Her hair is currently colored bright red. She is possibly in, […]
Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery hosts benefit for Chimney Rock Village July 6-8
Press release from Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park: Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park and Hickory Nut Gorge Brewery are partnering for a weekend-long fundraiser at the brewery to repair the RiverWalk and the Gathering Place in Chimney Rock Village, which were damaged by Subtropical Storm Alberto. The fundraiser will kick off […]
Collins Dental Center joins Blue Ridge Health
Press release from Blue Ridge Health: Blue Ridge Health (BRH) and community partners recently collaborated in an effort to keep a critical Polk County dental practice open. When Collins Dental Center needed to close its doors on May 30, leadership from Blue Ridge Health, Polk County, the Rutherford-Polk-McDowell Health District, and Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry […]
UNCA’s Deborah Miles named to Order of the Long Leaf Pine
Press release from UNC Asheville: Deborah Miles, founding director of UNC Asheville’s Center for Diversity Education, has been named to the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, the highest civilian honor bestowed by the governor of North Carolina. The award, begun in 1963 and presented in recognition of extraordinary service to the state, was bestowed […]
Mountain Gateway Museum hosts July 4 ice cream social
Press release from the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources: Music and melon will accent the Old-Fashioned July 4 Ice Cream Social celebration at the Mountain Gateway Museum (MGM). Red watermelon, white vanilla ice cream and bluegrass music are a formula for a fun-filled, family-friendly, free celebration on Wednesday, July 4, 2 to […]
Asheville Chamber takes stand against zero-tolerance immigration policies
Press release from the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce: The Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce has released the following statement calling for an end to zero-tolerance policy in regards to immigration: As a chamber, we understand that immigration is key to our country’s ability to thrive and compete in the global economy. We have spoken […]
Asheville Outlets hosts monthly Flea for Y’all on June 24
Press release from Asheville Outlets will host Flea for Y’all, on Sunday, June 24 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the shaded, tree-lined lot next to Field & Stream at the center. Shoppers are invited to discover great vintage finds, one-of-a kind handmade items, exceptional art, and delicious food and beverage. Additionally, pet adoptions […]
APD requesting assistance to locate missing juvenile, Cabella Hester
Press release from Asheville Police Department: The Asheville Police Department is requesting assistance to locate missing juvenile, Cabella Hester. Hester was last seen on June 12th at 36 Cub Road. She was wearing jeans and a t-shirt. Hester is described as a white female, 17 years of age, 5’7″ tall, weighing 100 pounds with brown […]
Julie Covington will be July’s featured artist at Asheville Ceramics Gallery
Press release from Asheville Ceramics Gallery: Julie Covington will be the Featured Artist during July at the Asheville Ceramics Gallery in the River Arts District of Asheville, NC. There will be an opening reception with Julie during the 2nd Saturday Event in the River Arts District, July 14 from 4-6 PM in the Phil Mechanic Building […]