Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump will be in town Monday, Sept. 12, to hold a rally. Large crowds, along with potential protests, are expected throughout the day. The event is scheduled to start at 6 p.m. and Trump’s website shows tickets to the rally are no longer available. Democratic presidential candidate Hillary Clinton made a […]
From Congressman Patrick McHenry: Congressman McHenry Announces $91,886 Homeland Security Fire Prevention Grant to City of Asheville Fire Department Grant will fund fire safety and education programs WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Patrick McHenry (R-NC-10) announced $91,886 in a U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) grant to a local fire department in the Tenth Congressional District. […]
A rally at Pritchard Park on Tuesday, Sept. 6, was aimed at raising awareness and support for hourly workers to have mandated paid time off. Buncombe County-based legislators Susan Fisher and Terry Van Duyn voiced support and said they will be introducing legislation to address the issue come January.
Press release: Intentional Swine LLC to Open a Retail Shop in West Asheville Innovative butcher shop is seeking funding Asheville, North Carolina: Intentional Swine LLC, has announced that they will be opening a whole animal butcher shop and deli, featuring local, sustainable meats on Beecham’s curve in West Asheville. Wrapping up a summer of promotions […]
In an election year that has many people looking for more choices, come November three presidential candidates will be on North Carolina’s ballot. Xpress looks at what it takes to gain ballot access in the Tar Heel State.
From Transylvania Economic Alliance: Transylvania County Awarded $1.1M Golden Leaf Foundation Grant: SylvanSport to Anchor New Industrial Shell Building Brevard, NC: The Transylvania Economic Alliance (Alliance) in partnership with the City of Brevard, Transylvania County and Transylvania County Schools is pleased to announce a community-wide collaboration resulting in the award of a $1.1M Golden Leaf […]
Press release: Belle Nuit opera concert to benefit Catherine McAuley Mercy Foundation ASHEVILLE, NC—On September 9, 2016, local not-for-profit Sisters of Mercy Urgent Care will host an opera concert to benefit the Catherine McAuley MERCY Foundation. The event will take place at Diana Wortham Theatre in Downtown Asheville at 7:30pm. Catherine McAuley MERCY Foundation provides […]
From RiverLink: RiverLink’s RiverMusic continues Sept. 9 at Carrier Park with bluegrass featuring Buncombe Turnpike, Tellico and Love Canon ASHEVILLE, NC — RiverLink’s RiverMusic brings a night of bluegrass to the Prestige Subaru stage with local favorties Buncombe Turnpike and Tellico opening for Love Canon on Sept. 9. The event will move just up the […]
From Brevard Philharmonic: Piano Diva performs Rachmaninoff in Brevard Philharmonic opener The Brevard Philharmonic, our county’s own professional symphony orchestra, debuts its 40th anniversary season on Sunday, September 11th at 3PM at the Porter Center at Brevard College. The soloist, Marina Lomazov, has been called “A sorceress.” The Salt Lake City Tribune has dubbed her, […]
From UNC Asheville: UNC Asheville Faculty Showcase Concert Begins Fall Music Series, Sept. 13 Jazz, classical, experimental music and more will be offered when UNC Asheville music faculty members perform in a free concert at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 13 in the Lipinsky Hall Lobby on campus. Among the faculty members performing will be […]
From City of Asheville: City of Asheville offices to close for Labor Day holiday Asheville City government offices will be closed Sept. 5 in observance of the Labor Day holiday. However, garbage and recycling collection schedules will continue as normal on Labor Day. Labor Day will be the final day of operation for Recreation Park […]
From North Carolina Department of Commerce: North Carolina’s July County and Area Employment Figures Released RALEIGH —Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) decreased in 90 of North Carolina’s counties in July, increased in two, and remained unchanged in eight. Scotland County had the highest unemployment rate at 9.0 percent, while Buncombe County had the lowest at […]
From Asheville Awesome Foundation: Asheville Awesome Foundation FALL Smackdown! Want to find out about the next Awesome thing happening in Asheville? Awesome Asheville will be hosting their second LIVE grant party on September 11 at 6pm at the Block off Biltmore, located at 39 S. Market Street (Corner of Eagle & Market) Asheville, NC 28801. […]
From Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Park Hosts Artist-in-Residence Musical Performances Great Smoky Mountains National Park is hosting two musical performances entitled ‘Appalachian Range: Old Mountains, New Music’ by the park’s Artist in Residence. Classically trained violist Jackie Beckey will perform the mountain-inspired, original music at the Oconaluftee Visitor Center on Sunday, September 11 from […]
Democrat Brian Turner is the presumptive winner of November’s House District 116 election. Aug. 25 marked the final day for Buncombe County Republicans to select a candidate to run against him.
Candidates for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners laid out their thoughts on issues facing the county during a debate on Thursday, Aug. 25. Topics ranged from property tax rates to affordable housing.
Press release: Edwards named to NC Senate 48th District seat Governor Pat McCrory issued a proclamation appointing Chuck Edwards as a member of the North Carolina Senate 2015-2016 General Assembly. The Governor acted in response to the recommendation by the 48th State Senate District Executive Committee of the Republican Party that Edwards fill the unexpired […]
Press release: On Thursday, Sept. 8th author, bioethicist, physician, lawyer and social critic Jacob M. Appel will talk about his books and writing career at Novels & Novelties Bookstore in downtown Hendersonville, NC. Appel, who resides in New York, wears many hats. He is a psychiatrist, holds a JD from Harvard Law School, is a […]
In an upcoming issue Xpress will feature 12 people who are making Asheville, and the surrounding area, a better place to live. However, these won’t be the typical names associated with influencing the city. We’re seeking the overlooked, and need your nominations.
North Carolina’s unemployment rate decreased below the national average to 4.7 percent in July. Since Governor Pat McCrory entered office in 2013, the number of unemployed persons in North Carolina is 45 percent lower.
HempX Asheville, a two-day educational festival on the uses and opportunities of industrial hemp and A Taste of Hemp, a hemp-based lunch featuring Plant Restaurant’s Chef Jason Sellers.
