Press release from the Brian Turner campaign: House District 116 candidate Brian Turner released his first campaign ad today, “Blame,” which criticizes his opponent Rep. Tim Moffitt’s recent efforts to deflect responsibility for his voting record in Raleigh. In the ad, Turner criticizes his opponent’s TV ad that blames others for North Carolina’s economic difficulties. […]
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Asheville buskers rally as city considers restrictions
Asheville’s busking community came out in force Sept. 22 to urge city government not to place new restrictions on street performances.
Tube-ocalypse now: Photos & video from the zombie tube world record attempt
Hundreds of humans and zombies alike joined together on the French Broad River Sept. 20 to try to break the world record for most linked tubers on the water.
Asheville observes ‘Day of Peace’
Amid escalating violence in the Middle East, several local groups are observing a “Day of Peace” on Sunday, Sept. 21.
Developer asks Asheville Council for help building new downtown housing behind Aloft Hotel
Local development group Public Interest Projects is hoping to build 32 apartments and a new commercial space at 56 S. Lexington Avenue, a downtown property behind the Aloft Asheville Hotel.
High School students to explore health careers at MAHEC Conference
Press release from UNC Asheville: High School Students to Explore Health Careers at MAHEC Conference on October 7 More than 450 high school students from across the region will explore career opportunities in health careers and college preparation, when MAHEC presents its 15th annual Health Careers Education Awareness Conference on Oct. 7 at UNC Asheville’s […]
Details on the Burnsville ‘Moral Monday March to the Polls Rally’
Press release from the NC NAACP: Moral Monday March to the Polls Rally To Be Held in Burnsville, NC Moral March to the Poll Rally September 22, 2014 Burnsville, NC Town Square 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. BURNSVILLE, NC – Thirteen months after the people of Yancey and Mitchell counties made their voices heard from the […]
Report: Asheville’s I-26 connector among top ‘highway boondoggles’ in U.S.
A new report by a national liberal advocacy group takes aim at the proposed local I-26 connector project, calling it one of the top “highway boondoggles” in the country.
Buncombe celebrates opening of new public park, hiking trails
Supporters will celebrate the opening of Buncombe County’s newest public park this weekend.
RiverLink hosts talk with Bill Jones of Carolina Native Nursery
Info via the RiverLink email newsletter: RiverLink hosts talk with Bill Jones of Carolina Native Nursery about Fall planting season (with corrected signup link) RiverLink is pleased to announce another Friday afternoon salon talk featuring Bill Jones, founder and President of Carolina Native Nursery, L.L.C. Bill will share his expertise from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. […]
Civitas to file complaint against anti-fracking groups
Press release from Civitas, a conservative policy institute: Civitas President Francis De Luca today will file a complaint with the North Carolina State Board of Elections (SBOE) against radical, out-of-state groups that have violated state law and federal regulations. He will also speak at a press conference immediately after filing the complaints. In March and […]
McCrory unveils ’25-Year Vision’ for state transportation
Gov. Pat McCrory made several appearances across the state Sept. 17, including a stop at the Asheville Airport, to unveil what he described as a “25-Year Vision for transportation in North Carolina.”
Warren Wilson College freshmen partner with Isaac Dickson Elementary
Press release from Warren Wilson College: Transitioning to a new school year together: A unique service-learning partnership between Warren Wilson College First Year Students and 3rd graders at Isaac Dickson Elementary School Asheville, NC: September 15, 2014 First Year Warren Wilson College students were welcomed to Asheville and Warren Wilson just 3 weeks ago. 13 […]
CiderFest set for Nov. 2 at WNC Farmers Market
The WNC Green Building Council (WNCGBC) is excited to announce the 2nd Annual CiderFest NC. The festival will be held at the WNC Farmers Market- 570 Brevard Rd in Asheville on Sunday, November 2nd, 2014 from 1P.M. – 5 P.M. Over 13 Cider makers will be featured at the event, attending from all over North […]
Land for Tomorrow applauds Clean Water Management Trust Fund
Press release from North Carolina’s Clean Water Management Trust Fund: North Carolina’s Clean Water Management Trust Fund (CWMTF) continues to fund outstanding land and water conservation projects across the state. During its September 16 meeting in Raleigh, the board approved funding for 23 land conservation projects that will safeguard water quality, provide recreational opportunities, preserve […]
Haywood Road Fall 2014 Clean Up Day is Sept. 20
Press release from West Asheville Business Association: Haywood Road Fall 2014 Clean Up Day Saturday September 20, 2014 from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM WABA (West Asheville Business Association) is once again teaming up with Asheville GreenWorks and Haywood Road businesses to host a clean up day. The Haywood Road Fall Clean Up Day will […]
Noble Cider expansion will include new West Asheville facility, tasting room
PRESS RELEASE: Noble Cider has purchased a 9,000 square foot building at 356 New Leicester Highway in West Asheville to serve as its new home for full-scale hard cider production.
CPP: The State Ethics Commission’s strengths and weaknesses
The Carolina Public Press analyses the State Ethics Commission’s strengths and weaknesses. Here’s an excerpt from the article: The state office charged with the huge task of keeping North Carolina’s public officials on the up-and-up meets in a surprisingly small space. At least four times a year, the State Ethics Commission convenes in what was once […]
Beauty professionals sought to help women dealing with cancer treatment side effects
Press release from the American Cancer Society: Next Look Good Feel Better certification class for beauty professionals offered October 20 in Asheville Cancer treatment saves lives. But, it isn’t easy. Cancer can rob a woman of her energy, appetite and strength — but it doesn’t have to take away her self-confidence. Look Good Feel Better […]
Asheville VA Medical Center’s Canteen Service gets national honor
Press release from CHARLES GEORGE VA MEDICAL CENTER: Asheville, N.C. – The staff of the Charles George VA Medical Center’s Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) operations was recently presented with a “Canteen of the Year.” The award officially recognizes the medical center food, drink and retail operations as one of the 10 best in the entire […]
NFIB endorses Moffitt in re-election bid to NC House
Press release from the campaign of Rep. Tim Moffitt: Asheville – The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), North Carolina’s leading small business association, has once again endorsed Representative Tim Moffitt in his race for re-election to represent Buncombe County’s 116th district. NFIB’s political support is based on the candidates’ positions and records on small […]