Press release: Asheville GreenWorks Hosts Public Tire Amnesty Drop-off Days May 13 & 14 WHAT: Tire Amnesty Days—Free Tire Collection WHO: Asheville GreenWorks WHERE: Sears, Side Parking Lot, 1 South Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC 28801 WHEN: Saturday & Sunday, May 13 and 14, 2017• 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. ASHEVILLE, N.C.—On Saturday and Sunday, May […]
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Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive set for Saturday, May 13
Press release: Letter carriers’ 25th annual food drive set for Sat., May 13 throughout nation ASHEVILLE – The National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC) will conduct its 25th annual national food drive on Saturday, May 13. The Stamp Out Hunger® Food Drive, the country’s largest single-day food drive, provides residents with an easy way to […]
Hendersonville Film Society
The Hendersonville Film Society will have its weekly showing on Sunday, May 7, at 2 p.m. in the Smoky Mountain Theater at Lake Pointe Landing Retirement Community, 333 Thompson St., Hendersonville. The title is yet to be determined. Contact the Hendersonville Film Society for more information.
255-unit apartment complex, 54-home subdivision on BOA agenda
The Buncombe County Board of Adjustment will consider conditional use permits for a 255-unit apartment complex in Arden and a subdivision with 54 homes in Riceville when it meets on Wednesday, May 10.
Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy and Pacolet Area Conservancy announce consolidation
Press release: Announcing a new champion for expanding the protection of our region’s precious natural resources and quality of life After a thoughtful and well-considered process, the board of directors and staff of Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy (CMLC) in Henderson, Transylvania and parts of neighboring counties in North Carolina, and the Pacolet Area Conservancy (PAC) […]
Caldwell Arts Council sponsoring Art in the Park concert
Press release: ART IN THE PARK CONCERT DOWNTOWN GRANITE FALLS MONDAY, MAY 15, 2017 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM FEATURING THE BAND COUNTRY The Caldwell Arts Council and the Town of Granite Falls are sponsoring the annual Art in the Park concert in downtown Granite Falls on Monday, May 15, 2017, beginning at 6:30 p.m. […]
Our VOICE holds 8th annual Walk A Mile Asheville on May 6
Press release: Our VOICE presents the 8th Annual Walk A Mile Asheville Event The People’s March to End Rape, Sexual Assault & Gender Violence Saturday, May 6th at Pack Square Park The Event Begins at 10 a.m. & We March at 11 a.m. WHAT: Our VOICE, Asheville and Buncombe County’s rape crisis and prevention center, […]
Foothills Conservancy’s Catawba Headwaters Preserve Grows by 259 Acres
Press release: Foothills Conservancy’s Catawba Headwaters Preserve Grows by 259 Acres Acquisition funded entirely through private contributions MORGANTON, NC—Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina is pleased to announce that, in an effort fully funded by private contributions, it has purchased and permanently protected 259 acres in the Catawba River’s headwaters near Old Fort in McDowell County. […]
Parsec Financial expands Parsec Prize
Press release: Parsec Financial Expands Parsec Prize Asheville, N.C., May 4, 2017 – Parsec Financial, a fee-only wealth management firm, continues its commitment to charitable giving with the announcement of the 2017 Parsec Prize. This year Parsec Financial will commit to donating $200,000 to five local nonprofits to further their missions and help improve the […]
Made in Henderson County Job Fair touted as success
Press release: Made in Henderson County Job Fair Connecting Local Employers with Local Talent Hendersonville, NC – The Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development and Henderson County Public Schools cohosted the first ever Made in Henderson County Job Fair focused on connecting high school seniors with local employment opportunities. 23 Henderson County manufacturers attended the […]
McHenry statement of approval of AHCA
Press release: McHenry on House Passage of the American Health Care Act Washington – Chief Deputy Whip Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.R. 1628, the American Health Care Act: “Seven years ago, Obamacare was sold to the American people as a plan that would reduce healthcare costs […]
UNC Asheville to celebrate commencement on May 13
Press release: UNC Asheville to Celebrate Commencement on May 13 UNC Asheville will celebrate its May 2017 Commencement, with the ceremony scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 13 on the University Quad, with Chancellor Mary K. Grant presiding. Alumna Ko Barrett will deliver the commencement address and receive an honorary Doctor of […]
Poole’s Diner Cookbook Dinner with Ashley Christensen and Elliott Moss
Press release: Poole’s Diner Cookbook Dinner with Ashley Christensen and Elliott Moss WHEN: Sunday, May 7th, 2017 Cocktails at 6pm Dinner at 7pm WHERE: Buxton Hall Barbecue WHAT: Buxton Hall Barbecue is hosting a coursed dinner with Ashley Christenson of Poole’s Diner, Death & Taxes, and many more fantastic restaurants in Raleigh, NC. The dinner […]
Purchase Knob night skies fundraiser set for May 26
Press release: Support the Smokies with an Evening under the Stars WAYNESVILLE, NC – Experience mountain night skies a mile high and support environmental education in Great Smoky Mountains National Park with a special stargazing event on Friday, May 26 at 7:00 PM at Purchase Knob. The Astronomy Club of Asheville will be onsite to […]
Gas prices in midst of two-week decline throughout Carolinas
Press release: GAS PRICES IN MIDST OF TWO-WEEK DECLINE THROUGHOUT CAROLINAS CHARLOTTE, N.C. (MAY 3, 2017) – Gas prices have dropped for two consecutive weeks in the Carolinas, according to AAA. Today, North Carolina’s average price for a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $2.25, a four cent drop from one week ago. South Carolina’s […]
Eliada is hosting a reunion May 20
Press release: Saturday May 20th, Eliada is hosting a reunion of alumni, staff, parents, and foster families. This annual get together includes ample opportunities for fellowship among alumni. Current youth attending Eliada’s programs have the opportunity to meet and share stories with older alumni. Families in Child Development, current and former foster families, and Eliada […]
WNC Red Cross volunteers deploy to Missouri
Press release: Additional Volunteers from Western NC Red Cross Deploy Six Red Cross Volunteers from Western North Carolina Region Deploying to Assist in Missouri (ASHEVILLE, N.C. – May 3, 2017) – The American Red Cross Western North Carolina Region is deploying three additional volunteers to Missouri to assist individuals and families impacted by severe weather […]
Congressman McHenry remarks on Government Funding Bill
Press release: McHenry on Passage of Government Funding Bill Washington – Chief Deputy Whip Patrick McHenry (NC-10) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed legislation funding the federal government for the remainder of the fiscal year: “As we continue the fight against radical Islamic terrorists in the Middle East and face the […]
APD investigating armed robbery at Spicer Greene
Press release: Asheville Police Department Investigating Armed Robbery at Spicer Greene Asheville, NC (May 3, 2017): Today at 4:17 p.m. the Asheville Police Department received a report of an armed robbery at Spicer Greene Jewelers (121 Patton Avenue). Three suspects wearing dark clothing and full face motorcycle helmets entered the store and displayed handguns. Suspects […]
APD responds to gun discharge near Asheville Mall
Press release: Asheville Police Department Respond to Gun Discharge Near Asheville Mall Asheville, NC (May 23, 2017): Today at 4:40 p.m. officers with the Asheville Police Department were in the area of the Asheville Mall (3 South Tunnel Road) looking for suspects involved in the armed robbery at Spicer Greene Jewelers. While in the area […]
Budget talks spark old beef, new tax rate discussion
The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners started consideration of the property tax rate for the upcoming fiscal year during its meeting on Tuesday, May 2.