Announcement from N.C. Rep. Nathan Ramsey On Monday and Tuesday of this week I’m attending the Institute for Emerging Issues Forum at NC State University, the topic of this year’s forum is “Teachers and the Great Economic Debate.” When I return home on Wednesday, I plan to file for re-election to the NC House of […]
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Asheville City Council preview: double-header
Provided snow doesn’t intervene, Asheville City Council is starting off the week with two back-to-back meetings: first with a rare joint meeting with the city school board tonight, Feb. 10, and its regular meeting Tuesday, Feb. 11.
Asheville City Council retreat: perception and reality
While Friday’s part of Asheville City Council’s annual retreat focused on broad policy matters, Saturday morning’s session focused on perceptions (including “very bad” ones) and relationships (sometimes not very happy ones) with the legislature in Raleigh and the local public.
Asheville City Council discusses and debates on first day of retreat
Clustered around tables in the U.S. Cellular Center banquet hall during the first day of their annual retreat, Asheville City Council and city staff deliberated everything from affordable housing to surveillance. Here are a few highlights of their discussions.
Retreat time for Asheville City Council
It’s that time of year again: this Friday (and part of Saturday), Asheville City Council and city staff will meet to discuss goals and challenges in the coming year at their annual retreat. Topics include the city’s big goals, affordable housing and development, future investments, and the impact of the state legislature.
Commissioners approve African-American Heritage Commission, water for CTS residents
At its meeting this evening, the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners gave their approval to the formation of the African-American Heritage Commission and voted to extend city water to people living near the contaminated former CTS of Asheville site.
City of Asheville’s Black History Month events begin tonight
Full announcement from the city of Asheville: Asheville, NC – February is Black History Month. In recognition, the City of Asheville Parks and Recreation is producing a number of events at recreation centers across the city. Below is the list of activities during the month of February. All events are free and the public is […]
Asheville Regional Airport traffic jumped 7 percent in 2013
Full announcement from the Asheville Regional Airport: Asheville Regional Airport jumps 7 percent in passenger traffic in 2013 Asheville, NC – The Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority reported a seven percent increase in passenger traffic for the 2013 calendar year, which was the third highest number of annual passengers reported in the past decade. While […]
Asheville’s Pinecrest Bed and Breakfast wins TripAdvisor award
Full announcement from Pinecrest Bed and Breakfast: The Pinecrest Bed & Breakfast in Asheville, NC was voted #12 of the Top 25 B&Bs and Inns across the United States by TripAdvisor. “Wow, this is huge! What an honor,” said Innkeeper Stacy Shelley who has co-owned and operated the Inn with her parents Janna and James […]
Red Cross in “urgent need” of disaster volunteers for WNC
From the American Red Cross of the Western Carolinas: GREENVILLE, SC, February 3, 2014 – American Red Cross of the Western Carolinas has an urgent need for disaster response volunteers to serve Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina. This winter’s unusually cold weather has increased demand for disaster services, especially those related to residential […]
WNC Nature Center Groundhog Day event Feb. 2
From the city of Asheville: ASHEVILLE – Asheville, NC –The Western North Carolina Nature Center’s female groundhog, Nibbles, will make her predictions about the remaining weeks of winter in Western North Carolina on Groundhog Day, Sunday, February 2, 2014 at 2 p.m. at the WNC NatureCenter. This year’s official celebrity Groundhog Whisperer is WLOS meteorologist […]
WCQS: city of Asheville threatening to end Pack Place’s lease
Reported by WCQS : The City of Asheville is threatening to terminate its lease agreement with Pack Place. A letter from city manager Gary Jackson claims “repairs and maintenance have been neglected for years” and there is “no indication of any hope to satisfy the necessary requirements.” The letter included an attached list of necessary […]
N.C. Treasurer Cowell discusses Asheville, state economy
The freezing temperatures didn’t stop North Carolina Treasurer Janet Cowell from laying out her take on the state of the economy, or prevent a crowd, including many local notables, from showing up to hear, and ask questions. She praised Asheville’s strong economy and “human capital” but noted challenges with infrastructure and state revenue. Photo by Alicia Funderburk
Prepare for slippery roads this evening
The National Weather Service is cautioning WNC locals to watch out for black ice and slippery roads after sundown.
SECU offers help for tax filing
From State Employees’ Credit Union: Raleigh, N.C. – Tax season is upon us and State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) is ready to assist members with filing their 2013 tax returns, offering the no-cost Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program and SECU’s own Low Cost Tax Preparation service. January 27th marks the […]
News and Observer: Blue Cross reverses course, will offer family coverage to same-sex couples in NC
From the News and Observer: Blue Cross and Blue Shield has reversed its policy of refusing health insurance to gay households under the Affordable Care Act and apologized for canceling family coverage of same-sex couples and domestic partners in North Carolina. The state’s largest insurer said Wednesday it will now offer family coverage for gays […]
Tonight’s Green Drinks canceled due to weather
According to Asheville Green Drinks, their event tonight, on coal ash hazards, has been canceled due to weather.
Citizen-Times: teacher, environmental activist running for Congress against Rep. McHenry
From the Asheville Citizen-Times: Owen’s champion soccer coach who led an Erin Brockovich-style campaign to clean up industrial pollution in his neighborhood is now running for Congress. A high school social studies teacher, Tate MacQueen said he is seeking the 10th District seat out of a sense of obligation to neighbors, students, and fellow teachers. […]
Update on city trash, recycling delays due to weather
From the city of Asheville: ***UPDATE*** As of 10 a.m. Wednesday, some sanitation trucks are operating, but residents should still anticipate delays as crews catch up with backlogged pickup. Please leave cans by the curb.*** ASHEVILLE – Icy road conditions continue to delay garbage and recycling collection today, Wednesday, January 29, 2014. Residents from Tuesday, […]
SAFF workshop on food safety Feb. 13
From Southern Appalachian Family Farms: Southern Appalachian Family Farms will be hosting #4 of a series of workshops for farmers, market vendors or interested persons in agriculture at no cost. February 13, 2014 – Food Safety For Producers & Farmer Markets Regulations and compliance by Susan Parrish, NC Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services Guest […]
Judge Martin seeks election to Buncombe County bench
From Elect Judge Martin: ASHEVILLE, N.C. (January 29, 2014) – J. Matthew Martin announced today that he is seeking election to the Buncombe County District Court seat currently held by Judge Edwin Clontz. Martin is a retired associate judge of the Cherokee Court, with more than a decade of judicial service to the Eastern Band […]