Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: City government is considering paying the developer of apartments and retail space planned for the River Arts District more than $760,000 in return for limits on residential rents in the project. City Council has set an Aug. 26 public hearing on the proposed incentive grant for RAD […]
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USS Asheville gets new commander
Here’s the press release from the U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs: PEARL HARBOR (NNS) — The command of the Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Asheville (SSN 758) welcomed a new commander in a time-honored change of command ceremony Aug. 12, atop the historic battleship USS Missouri, the “Mighty Mo.” Cmdr. Paul Pampuro relieved […]
New Belgium Brewing’s 2014 Clips Beer & Film Tour coming to Asheville Sept. 5
Here’s the press release from New Belgium Brewing: Event features fan-made films, New Belgium beer and benefits local nonproft Asheville on Bikes Ft. Collins, Colo., August 15, 2014 – New Belgium Brewing’s annual Clips Beer & Film Tour will make its thirteenth stop of the 2014 tour in Asheville, N.C. on September 5. The event […]
Mission Health closes on land purchase in Haywood County
Here’s the press release from Mission Health: Future facility will bring enhanced services to Haywood and adjacent counties ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Aug. 15, 2014) – As part of Mission Health’s long-standing commitment to serving patients close to home, the health system today closed on the purchase of a 23-acre parcel of land located at 368 Hospital […]
Asheville’s entrepreneur community boosted with ‘1 Million Cups’ weekly events
Here’s the press release from organizers: Local community members and entrepreneurs are joining forces to bring Kauffman Foundations 1 Million Cups (1MC) to Asheville, NC. These weekly gatherings will encourage innovation and entrepreneurial growth in Asheville and Buncombe County. Entrepreneurs are invited weekly to gain insight and ideas about how to improve their business […]
Asheville seeks applicants to serve on P&Z Commission, Housing Authority
The city of Asheville is soliciting applications to serve on a pair of its most powerful volunteer agencies.
EPA to hold Aug. 21 community meeting on CTS
Here’s the press release from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: EPA OFFICE OF INSPECTOR GENERAL INVITES COMMUNITY TO LISTENING SESSION ABOUT CTS OF ASHEVILLE SUPERFUND SITE WHAT: ASHEVILLE, N.C. – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) will hold a listening session to solicit input from community members regarding the EPA’s […]
Bothwell and Fryar debate ‘parking-gate’ controversy
The so-called “parking-gate” saga continued Aug. 12, as Asheville City Council member Cecil Bothwell and Buncombe County Commissioner took to the airwaves to spar.
AC-T: Zoning to change look of Haywood Road — gradually
Every few blocks on Haywood Road in West Asheville, a red-and-white sign with the big letter “Z” has been planted in the ground. Z’s for “zoning,” and the signs announce that on Thursday afternoon, Aug. 21, Asheville’s Planning & Zoning commission will review a new plan for the corridor. Earlier this year, Mountain Xpress provided […]
Melibee Global announces first Asheville ‘Conference’
Here’s the press release from Melibee Global: Melibee Global, an innovative professional and personal development organization, has announced a unique new ‘conference’ named “The Melibee Swarm,” which will focus on Culture, Identity and Perspective. This intimate event will take place in downtown Asheville on October 13th and 14th, 2014. Ideal for anyone who interacts across […]
Weir and Ratdog cancel tour, including Asheville show
Bob Weir and Ratdog canceled their Sept. 13 show at the U.S. Cellular Center in Asheville as well as all of their other shows previously scheduled for the year. No reason was for the cancellation was given in an announcement on the band’s website, which states that “refunds are available at place of purchase.” Weir is […]
CPP: Asheville forum spotlights law enforcement’s use of force policies
Here’s an excerpt from the Carolina Public Press article: At an Aug. 7 forum on how law enforcement should and should not engage in use of force, Asheville Police Chief William Anderson and Buncombe County Sheriff Van Duncan spoke at length and fielded audience questions on the matter, sparking a round of sometimes […]
Plastics manufacturer expansion in Transylvania County will deliver 80 new jobs
Here’s the press release from Gov. Pat McCrory’s office: Governor Pat McCrory and North Carolina Commerce Secretary Sharon Decker announced today that Sigma Plastics Group will restore the former Excelsior Rosman plant in Transylvania County and create 80 new jobs under the newly formed New Excelsior Incorporated. In addition to the new jobs, the […]
Amendment One advocate criticizes Cooper, judges
Here’s the message from Tami Fitzgerald, Executive Director of the North Carolina Values Coalition: It’s a sad day in America when federal judges disenfranchise the average American citizen and elected officials stand in front of the press and announce they won’t do the job they’ve been elected to do. But that’s exactly what we saw […]
Details: The public hearing on fracking in WNC
Concerned or excited about the prospect of increased oil and gas development in Western North Carolina? The North Carolina Mining and Energy Commission has scheduled a public hearing for Sept. 12 in Cullowhee and welcomes your feedback on proposed rules that could help pave the way for hydraulic fracturing – also known as ‘fracking’ – […]
School Board Member Pat Bryant changes mind, decides to run again
Here’s the announcement from Buncombe County Board of Education member Pat Bryant: On the last possible day to file, Buncombe County Board of Education member Pat Bryant, who has represented the Erwin District since December of 2006, took a deep breath and honored the outpouring of support from the many constituents who have contacted him […]
Grant named chancellor of UNC Asheville
Mary K. Grant, president of the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts since 2002, has been elected chancellor of the University of North Carolina at Asheville by the Board of Governors.
Blue Ridge Rollergirls bout in Asheville Aug. 2
Here’s the press release from the Blue Ridge Rollergirls: On August 2, 2014, the Blue Ridge Rollergirls (#41) will face Demolition City Roller Derby (#60) at the U.S. Cellular Center in downtown Asheville, North Carolina. The first bout will begin at 6 p.m., and the second bout will begin at 8 p.m. Both the Blue […]
Buncombe and MAHEC sponsor training to help implement Domestic Violence Plan
Here’s the press release from Buncombe County: On August 5, Buncombe County will take another step forward in their effort to end domestic violence in our county. This important step will train stakeholders in a common lethality assessment tool. Buncombe County and MAHEC are offering a free training on Danger Assessment (DA). The DA is […]
AC-T: How angels can help Asheville companies fly
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen Times article: Angel investors choose to step in where banks often fear to tread, risking their money on the early startups that put Silicon Valley on the technology map and now power Raleigh’s Research Triangle Park. The Asheville Angels networking group launching this month could help solve the […]
NC legislators pass bill requiring electronic campaign filing
Here’s the press release from the North Carolina Coalition for Lobbying and Government Reform : Following the money will be easier in North Carolina thanks to passage of a bill that will require electronic filing for all campaigns spending and raising more than ten thousand dollars. The law, passed by the North Carolina General Assembly, […]