Here’s the press release from the local MoveOn.org political action group: Asheville Residents to President Obama: Fire Ed DeMarco and Help Millions of Homeowners Event at Obama Campaign Headquarters, Thursday, March 15, at 5:00 P.M. at 230 Hilliard Avenue Over 20 MoveOn.org members braved rainy weather for an hour Thursday evening outside the local Obama […]
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Voices of the River Art and Poetry Reception
Here’s the press release from RIverLink: Voices of the River Art and Poetry Reception What: RiverLink’s 5th Annual Voices of the River: Art & Poetry Contest Awards Ceremony & Reception When: March 24th from 2-5pm Where: AB Tech’s Holly Library 40 Victoria Road Who: open to the public RiverLink’s 5th annual Voices of the River […]
The conservative card: Forum features GOP 10th District congressional candidates
After facing off at a March 3 forum at A-B Tech sponsored by the Buncombe County Republican Party, incumbent Rep. Patrick McHenry bested challenger Ken Fortenberry in a straw poll, 41 votes to 23. Both candidates are vying to be the party's nominee in the 10th Congressional District, which was redrawn last year to include […]
VIDEO: Rep. Patrick McHenry and GOP primary challenger Ken Fortenberry discuss the economy
In these videos, Rep. Patrick McHenry and GOP 10th District primary challenger Ken Fortenberry discuss their approaches to the economy and what should be done to create more jobs.
Asheville-area employers not finding enough skilled workers
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: Even with the highest unemployment rate in years, area manufacturers and other employers are having trouble finding qualified workers to hire. Only about one in 10 candidates applying for a job has the basic skills in math or the motivation needed to perform quality work, employers said […]
Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures protests $500K grant to competitor
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: A $500,000 tax grant to a Buncombe County outdoor adventure company is the wrong way to use public funds, a competing business owner said, because it gives an unfair advantage and locks up money better spent on larger community needs. Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures owner Jeff Greiner […]
New guide released: ‘Top Trails: Great Smoky Mountains National Park’
Here’s the press release: Top Trails: Great Smoky Mountains National Park By Johnny Molloy Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the most beautiful and also crowded National Parks in the country. The best way to escape the crowds and enjoy the stunning scenery is to hit the trails, but with hundreds of trails […]
RiverLink hosts volunteer information sessions on March 14
Here’s the press release from RiverLink: RiverLink hosts volunteer information sessions on March 14 Asheville, NC — RiverLink is an exciting place with an abundance of opportunities for volunteers to get involved. From office work to helping us host special events to cleaning litter from local waterways, RiverLink can match most everyone with a way […]
Valle Crucis third grader wins Sugar Mountain Season Pass
Here’s the press release from Sugar Mountain Ski Resort: SUGAR MOUNTAIN SKI RESORT, NORTH CAROLINA. MARCH 6, 2012 Resident mascot, Sugar Bear and long-time ski patroller Fay Binning visited the Valle Crucis Elementary School with the mission to teach the third and fifth graders the seven points of skier safety. A week later the children […]
McHenry and Fortenberry faceoff at BCGOP forum; McHenry wins straw poll
After facing off at a March 3 forum sponsored by the Buncombe County Republican Party, incumbent U.S. House Rep. Patrick McHenry beat challenger Ken Fortenberry in a straw poll, 41 votes to 23. (photos by Max Cooper)
Both candidates are vying to be the party’s nominee in the 10th District, which was redrawn last year to include most of Asheville.
LIVE: Dispatches from the GOP NC-10 congressional candidate forum
The Buncombe County Republican Party is holding a candidate forum today at A-B Tech. Challenger Ken Fortenberry and incumbent Rep. Patrick McHenry are both vying in the May 8 primary to be the party’s nominee in the 10th District, which includes most of Asheville and stretches southeast to Gastonia.
JoAnn Morgan announces run for Buncombe Board of Commissioners
Democrat JoAnn Morgan is jumping into the race for a seat on the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners in District 2, which includes much of the eastern part of the county, from Fairview to Barnardsville.
NC Stage & League of Women Voters offer Frances Perkins, a Chautauqua Show
Here’s the press release: NC Stage & League of Women Voters Offer Frances Perkins, a Chautauqua Show Meet the woman behind the New Deal. That’s the idea behind the presentation of Frances Perkins, A Chautauqua Show, presented jointly by the Asheville-Buncombe County League of Women Voters and NC Stage Company March 5. The show is […]
Polk County Democratic women welcome NC-10 candidate Bellamy
Here’s the press release from the Bellamy campaign: POLK COUNTY DEMOCRATIC WOMEN WELCOME NC-10 CANDIDATE BELLAMY Columbus, NC – Terry Bellamy, Asheville Mayor and Congressional candidate (NC-10), was warmly welcomed to a packed Polk County Democratic Headquarters Monday, February 27, 2012 during the Polk Democratic Women’s monthly lunch and speaker event. Bellamy gave an impassioned […]
A-B Tech’s Board of Trustees has adopted a new mission statement for the college
Here’s the press release from A-B Tech: A-B Tech’s Board of Trustees has adopted a new mission statement for the college, emphasizing the critical role it plays in the area’s economic development. Over a three-month period, more than 75 faculty, staff, students and members of the A-B Tech Board of Trustees participated in focus groups […]
Ski or ride at Sugar Mountain to benefit American Cancer Society
MAKE A DIFFERENCE! SKI OR RIDE TO BENEFIT THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY AT SUGAR MOUNTAIN SKI RESORT SUGAR MOUNTAIN SKI RESORT, NORTH CAROLINA. FEBRUARY 28, 2012 On Sunday, March 4th we celebrate the life of the late Dick Trundy, a decorated Marine Corps General and aviator who served as Sugar Mountain Ski Resorts Director of […]
RiverLink offers free amphibian program
Here’s the press release from RiverLink: RiverLink is proud to offer the opportunity for everyone to experience the beauty and knowledge nature has to offer firsthand. The Southern Appalachian Mountains are host to around 50 species of salamanders, attracting scientists from all over the world to study these remarkable animals. RiverLink feels very lucky to […]
Patsy Keever: I’m outraged
here’s the message from Patsy Keever via her email newsletter: Dear friend, Are you as outraged by the Republicans’ radical assault on women as I am? Then let’s do something about it! …We’ve watched in disbelief as Republican extremists in Congress have attempted to undermine our hard-won rights, voting time after time to do away […]
Friends of Panthertown welcomes new president
Here’s the press release: Cashiers, NC – An accomplished local resident with extensive experience in management and planning has been selected to lead the area non-profit devoted to protecting and maintaining Panthertown Valley. In January of 2012, Margaret Fry Carton was elected as President of the Friends of Panthertown, the 501(c)(3) organization that works in […]
Register for the WNC Alliance’s new discussion course ‘Choices for Sustainable Living’
Here’s the info via the WNC Alliance email newsletter: The choices we make today shape the world we’ll live in tomorrow. So how can we create the most sustainable society for our future? The Western North Carolina Alliance is offering a course that can show you how. “Choices for Sustainable Living” is a seven-session course […]
Home rule: Buncombe Commissioners nix Bee Ridge rezoning request
Buncombe County Board of Commissioners Feb. 21, 2012 meeting Job-training program gets county funds Byrd announces bid for board chair The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners slammed the brakes on an effort to roll at least one more mobile home onto a parcel on Bee Ridge Road in Reynolds. At their Feb. 21 meeting, the […]