NOC Advocates Active Outdoor Lifestyle for Children Rafting, Paddling, Zip Lines & Events Promote Youth Fitness Bryson City, N.C. (July 2, 2014)— Each year Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) engages approximately 60,000 kids in outdoor activities, and this summer is sure to boost that number. With a passion and a mission to reconnect children with nature […]
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Fiske Guide names Warren Wilson one of nation’s ‘Best Buys’
Here’s the press release from Warren Wilson College: The Fiske Guide to Colleges again has chosen Warren Wilson College as one of the nation’s “Best Buys” among private colleges and universities — the ninth time since 2005 the guide has selected Warren Wilson for the coveted list. Regarding college cost of attendance, the 2015 Fiske […]
Ghost Town In The Sky passes state inspection, opens for the season on Independence Day
Western-theme amusement park and movie set for Dean Teaster’s 2007 film, ‘Ghost Town’, is officially opening for the season at 10:00AM on July 4th.
AP: Duke ordered to test water near homes at Asheville plant
North Carolina’s environmental agency has ordered Duke Energy to install monitoring wells in a residential neighborhood outside Asheville to determine whether toxic chemicals from the company’s coal ash pits are contaminating homeowners’ drinking water, according to a new report by the Associated Press.
Asheville tries for tubing world record with ‘zombie float’
A group of locals are mounting an effort to beat Portland for the world record of linked up tubers – and they’re hoping to do it in style: dressed as zombies. The event is set for Sept. 20 on the French Broad River, according to a new Facebook event page seeking participants. The “Tube-ocalypse: Zombie […]
State Board of Elections clears Moffitt
Here’s the press release from Rep. Tim Moffitt. Read the complete text of the letter from the State Board of Elections here. The State Ethics Commission dismissed similar charges in May. The North Carolina State Board of Elections (SBOE) yesterday cleared Representative Tim Moffitt, finding no evidence that the two-term Buncombe County legislator violated […]
AC-T: Asheville’s Bowen Bridge gets bypassed
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: Bowen Bridge sees more traffic than any other stretch of highway in Western North Carolina. Afternoon fender-benders are the norm. And for drivers who cross the bridge every day, knowing just when to jockey for the lane they need has become as familiar as finding their own […]
LAB may stop hosting concerts indefinitely
In the wake of an incident that involved the band Young and In the Way spraying pig blood throughout Lexington Avenue Brewery’s Back Stage area, the venue may stop hosting live music events indefinitely. Manager Benjy Greene told Xpress June 30, “We have not made a decision whether we’re going to continue using it as a […]
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians hosts ‘Dog Days’ trout tournament
Here’s the press release from the Eastern Band of Cherokee: CHEROKEE, N.C. – Need some relief from the mid-summer heat? Come to Cherokee July 18-19 for the annual “Cherokee Dog Days Fishing Tournament” where you can compete for your share of $10,000 in cash prizes. For a modest $11 entry fee, you’ll fish some of […]
Asheville’s Troy and Sons announces flavor infused whiskeys
Here’s the press release from Asheville Distilling Company: July 1, 2014, ASHEVILLE, NC – Asheville Distilling Company announced two additions to a growing line of whiskey spirits, Troy & Sons Nectarine Whiskey and Troy & Sons Cinnamon Whiskey. The Troy & Sons Platinum flavors will be available in Florida and Colorado prior to launching to […]
Blue Ridge Pride announces 4th annual Gay 5K and Doggie FunDay
Here’s the press release from Blue Ridge Pride: Asheville, N.C. – Runners who missed out on registering for the sold-out Color Run have another chance to get a colorful 5K under their belt this summer. Blue Ridge Pride is hosting their 4th Annual Gay 5K on July 12, 2014 at Carrier Park in West Asheville. […]
‘Climate Change & Society,’ UNC Asheville Certificate Program, has remaining slots
Here’s the press release from UNC Asheville: “Climate Change & Society,” UNC Asheville Certificate Program, Has Remaining Slots A few positions remain open in the fall semester for UNC Asheville’s unique, graduate-level certificate program, Climate Change & Society. Tailored for working professionals and students interested in the fields of climate and sustainability, the two-year program […]
‘Summer Cycle’ community ride draws hundreds of bikers
More than 200 bicyclists took to local streets June 28 for a community ride across north Asheville and the River Arts District. The annual Summer Cycle was organized by Asheville on Bikes, a volunteer group dedicated to cultivating local cycling culture. Its well-attended community rides and other advocacy work have helped get the attention of […]
Carolina Public Press: U.S. Cellular Center to issue open call to nonprofits
Here’s an excerpt from the Carolina Public Press article: According to a recent review by the city of Asheville, the U.S. Cellular Center’s program to help local nonprofits raise funds by staffing concession stands is mostly on target. The audit, conducted at the request of the facility’s general manager, also found that the effort could […]
Franklin School of Innovation names executive director
Here’s the press release from the Franklin School of Innovation: It is with great pleasure that Franklin School of Innovation announces that school founder, Michelle Vruwink has agreed to serve as the school’s inaugural Executive Director. After an exhaustive search the Board determined that Vruwink’s background, experience, and vision for the school exceeds that of […]
City of Asheville among global grand prize winners in Amazon Innovation Challenge
Here’s the press release from the city of Asheville: City of Asheville among global grand prize winners in Amazon Innovation Challenge ASHEVILLE – The City of Asheville is excited to be named one of four winners of Amazon Web Services’ global “City on a Cloud Innovation Challenge.” The Best Practices Award recognizes innovative and impactful […]
Firewood permits available in Nantahala Ranger District
Here’s the press release from the U.S. Forest Service: FRANKLIN, N.C., June 27, 2014 – The U.S. Forest Service today announced that local residents can purchase permits to gather firewood July 1-25 near Howard Gap Road in the Nantahala Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest. Howard Gap Road (Forest Service Road 4503), off State Road 106 […]
Local mosquitoes could carry Chikungunya virus
Here’s the press release from Buncombe County Health & Human Services: Buncombe County Health & Human Services officials have reported the county’s first case of Chikungunya, a virus transmitted by mosquitoes, making it the third confirmed case in North Carolina. The Buncombe resident contracted the illness while traveling with a group to Haiti, which is […]
State orders Duke Energy to address final set of pipe systems at coal ash facilities
Here’s the press release from N.C. DENR: State orders Duke Energy to address final set of pipe systems at coal ash facilities Leaks, concerns discovered during camera inspection of pipes RALEIGH – State dam safety officials ordered Duke Energy on Thursday to address a final set of piping systems in dams at six coal ash […]
Aerial Space Student Showcase and Open House July 12
Here’s the press release from Aerial Space: Aerial Space Student Showcase and Open House Saturday July 12th 1:00 – 5:00 We are pleased to announce our first student showcase in over a year. On Saturday July 12th the students of Aerial Space (The Aerial Space Cadets) will perform and demonstrate skills they mastered in class […]
Asheville bars packed for World Cup match, U.S. team advances
Asheville’s bars were packed with enthusiastic soccer fans June 26, as the U.S. men’s national team faced Germany in the World Cup. The game, which took place in Brazil, started conveniently at noon, allowing people who work downtown and others to watch the game during lunch break. The U.S. lost to Germany 1-0 but fans […]