Press release from UNC Asheville: In a signing ceremony this morning, United South and Eastern Tribes Inc., or USET, and the University of North Carolina at Asheville agreed to collaborate on an education initiative that will offer undergraduate opportunities at one of the nation’s top public liberal arts universities, while enhancing cultural research and resources […]
Press release from UNC Asheville: ASHEVILLE — “Race in Black and White” will be a core theme for many courses, workshops and panel discussions to be held in the spring 2018 term at OLLI, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute. In addition to its courses on a broad range of academic and cultural interests, OLLI’s renowned […]
Dr. Katharine Milnes, director of audiology at Asheville Head Neck and Ear Surgeons, presents “Red Flags! When and Why to Consult the Hearing Professional” on Wednesday, Feb. 7 at Seymour Auditorium on Care Partners’ Campus, 68 Sweeten Creek Road, Asheville, at 10:15 am.
Press release from Western Carolina Rescue Ministries: ASHEVILLE — After years of planning and construction, Western Carolina Rescue Ministries will host a baby shower for Abba’s House, a residential substance abuse recovery facility for mothers and newborns, on Friday, Feb. 16, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. One of the leading health crises facing our nation is […]
Press release from Pardee UNC Health Care: HENDRSONVILLE, N.C. – Due to a water main break in the Fletcher/Arden area, Pardee UNC Health Care announced at 8:44 this morning that all facilities at the Mission Pardee Health campus have been closed until further notice. This includes the YMCA, Pardee Urgent Care, all physician practices, Southeastern Sports […]
Press release from Buncombe County Health and Human Services: Buncombe County Health and Human Services, in conjunction with N.C. Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health and N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Water Resources is issuing a precautionary advisory pending a water quality investigation for the French Broad River from the […]
Press release from Four Seasons Compassion for Life: Four Seasons Music Therapist and Grief Counselor, Josh Riley, has begun a grief support group for men in Western North Carolina who are dealing with the loss of a loved one. The purpose of this group is to connect members, build relationships, provide educational and supportive information in […]
Press release from Brevard College: Soprano Natalee Highman and tubist Stephen Healy will perform their junior recitals together on Sunday, Feb. 11, at 3 p.m., in the Porter Center for Performing Arts. Both are music majors at Brevard College. Ms. Highman is a student of Dr. Kathryn Gresham and Mr. Healy is a student of […]
Press release from Daughters of the American Revolution: BREVARD, N.C. — The Waightstill Avery Chapter of DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) in Brevard is bringing to life the imagery and influence of key early American First Ladies in historical performances for local elementary students. Five early presidents’ wives will be re-enacted and brought to […]
Press release from Buncombe County: Congratulations are in order for domestic violence survivor advocate and Helpmate Executive Director April Burgess-Johnson for her new governor-appointed role on the N.C. Domestic Violence Commission. The commission assesses statewide needs related to domestic violence and assures that necessary services, policies, and programs are provided to those in need. The […]
Press release from the city of Hendersonville: The city of Hendersonville Stormwater Division is pleased to announce they are offering several upcoming Stormwater Education workshops and events in the coming months. Second annual City of Hendersonville Rain Barrel Program Feb. 1-May 27 The Stormwater Division will be offering “Ivy” rain barrels through the second annual rain […]
Press release from Asheville Area Arts Council: The Asheville Area Arts Council is excited to announce the 8th annual Creative Sector Summit, “Rhyme or Reason: Measuring Patterns of Growth.” Presented by the Buncombe County Tourism and Development Authority, this year’s Summit will be held on Friday, April 20, 2018 from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm […]
PRESS RELEASE from Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute: Rosman, NC (February 1, 2018) – Love is in the air… and sky at PARI in February! The public is invited to dinner and presentation on Friday, February 9th at the Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute (PARI) for a special Valentine’s edition of Evening at PARI. The evening will […]
Press release from North Carolina Department of Commerce: Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) decreased in 56 of North Carolina’s counties in December, increased in 20, and remained unchanged in 24. Hyde County had the highest unemployment rate at 10.6 percent, while Buncombe County had the lowest at 3.4 percent. Eleven of the state’s metro areas […]
Press release from Henderson County Public Schools: HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (Feb. 2, 2018) – Bruce Drysdale Elementary is searching for donations to match an $8,500 Missions Grant from Hendersonville First United Methodist Church, to fund Google Chromebooks for its upper grades. Principal BJ Laughter said the school had already purchased two carts of Chrome books for […]
Press release from CompassionWorks International: Asheville, NC – On Saturday, February 3, 2018 at 11:00 AM concerned animal advocates organized by nonprofit organization CompassionWorks International (CWI) and Asheville Voice for Animals will gather in downtown Asheville to educate the public about trophy hunting. The rally coincides with the annual conference of Safari Club International (SCI), a […]
Press release from Mountain Sports Festival: ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Now in its eighteenth year, Asheville’s Mountain Sports Festival will be held May 25-27, 2018 in and around Asheville with Carrier Park as the epicenter. A long-standing staple of Memorial Day Weekend, the Mountain Sports Festival attracts thousands from far and wide to celebrate community, sports, […]
Press release from Friends of the Smokies: ASHEVILLE — Hike to help your national park this year through Friends of the Smokies’ eighth annual Classic Hikes of the Smokies series. Monthly guided day hikes of varying length and difficulty raise money for the Trails Forever endowment to help maintain the nearly 900 miles of trails in […]
Press release from the Asheville Fire Department: ASHEVILLE — The Asheville Fire Department is now accepting applications for its Citizens Academy, which will start March 2. The academy lasts nine consecutive weeks, consisting of three-hour classes held on Wednesday evenings from 5:30-8:30 p.m. with an additional day for graduation. Please visit the Asheville Fire Department […]
Press release from the Henderson County Department of Public Health: HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — Most of us usually think of others at Valentine’s Day. This year, smokers are being encouraged to think of themselves and how their lives affect their loved ones. A Freedom from Smoking series will be offered at no cost at the A-B […]
Press release from the POP Project: ASHEVILLE —Asheville-based nonprofit the POP Project, with the support of the Asheville Fire Department, will unveil a public Little Free Library on Tuesday, Feb. 6 at 2 p.m. at Station 2, 415 South French Broad Ave. Shortly thereafter, a second Little Free Library will be placed at Station 5, […]
