Photo courtesy of Children First Communities in Schools The following commentary was submitted by the Asheville City Schools Foundation: Remember when you could get a parking spot anywhere in Asheville in the dead of winter? You never had to pay for parking. Ever. Those days are long gone and paying to park has become commonplace. […]
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YMCA of WNC urges heart health
Here’s the press release from the YMCA of WNC: February is American Heart Month—Are you Heart Healthy? February is American Heart Month and as a leading voice on improving the region’s health and well-being, the YMCA of Western North Carolina urges everyone in the region to take steps to make sure they are heart healthy […]
Appalachian Trail Conservancy reports record number of volunteer hours
Here’s the press release from the Appalachian Trail Conservancy: The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) is pleased to announce that volunteers devoted a record number of hours last year to maintaining and protecting the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) for hikers to use. For the federal fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2013, close to 6,000 volunteers reported approximately […]
Buncombe Commissioners to consider Moogfest incentives
At their Feb. 18 meeting, Buncombe County Commissioners will consider a $90,000 incentive package for Moogfest.
DeBruhl mounts GOP primary challenge to King for commission seat
Here’s the press release from Miranda DeBruhl announcing her bid to run for a seat on the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners in District 3. She’ll face incumbent Republican Commissioner David King in the GOP primary on May 6. Asheville – Small business owner and Buncombe native Miranda DeBruhl filed today to run for the […]
Asheville plays in the snow: #avlsnomg
There’s more to the Feb. 13 snowstorm than driving hazards and inconveniences: Many folks in Asheville are getting out and enjoying the winter weather. And they’re sharing photos and dispatches from their outdoor adventures via a variety of social media outlets like Twitter and Instagram.
Buncombe County declares ‘Local State of Emergency’
Here’s a copy of the declaration approved by the Buncombe County commissioners: DECLARATION OF A LOCAL STATE OF EMERGENCY The following declaration is issued by Board of Commissioners of Buncombe County: WHEREAS, on Tuesday, February 11, 2014, Governor Pat McCrory signed a State of Emergency declaration allowing him to mobilize resources for the snow storm […]
Merrill will file to run for Buncombe Commission
Here’s the press release from Christina Merrill: Christina Merrill – Rep., will file her candidacy for County Commissioner with the Buncombe County Board of Elections on Friday, 2/14/2014 at 12:00 pm. Christina says she is running again because she wants to “serve all County citizens who are even more concerned then ever about the ongoing […]
North Carolina solar jobs growing fast
Here’s the press release from Environment North Carolina: Raleigh, NC—North Carolina has more than 3,100 people employed manufacturing and installing pollution-free solar energy, according to a national Solar Jobs Census released today by The Solar Foundation. According to the analysis, North Carolina more than doubled the number of solar jobs from 2012, and added more […]
WNC congressmen earn low environmental scores
The League of Conservation Voters released its National Environmental Scorecard Feb. 11, giving local congressmen Patrick McHenry and Mark Meadows some of the lowest scores in the country.
Congressman Meadows announces candidacy for reelection
Here’s the press release from the Mark Meadows campaign: Sylva, N.C. – Representative Mark Meadows (NC-11) released the following statement after officially announcing his candidacy for reelection in the 11th Congressional District of North Carolina. “From my campaign to my time in Congress, representing the people of Western North Carolina is a responsibility I have […]
Young mounts primary challenge to Newman for commission seat
Here’s the press release from the campaign of Keith Young: Asheville, N.C.- Former vice-chairman of the county Democratic Party, Democrat Keith Young says he will make a second run for a seat on the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners. Young stated “I believe in people who wake up everyday and believe in the American Dream, […]
Ager challenges Ramsey for NC House
Here’s the announcement from the campaign of John Ager: Community Leader John Ager to file for NC House District 115 Longtime Fairview community leader John Ager announced today that he will file as a candidate to represent Buncombe County in the North Carolina General Assembly (District 115). “While I would be happy to keep working […]
National Park Service to Assist 350 Communities with Conservation and Outdoor Recreation projects
Here’s the press release from the National Park Service: The National Park Service today announced that it will help more than 350 communities improve local parks, establish trails, access rivers, and protect special places through its Rivers, Trails, and Conservation Assistance program this year. Learn more about projects in your state at the link below. […]
Moffitt releases new web video: ‘Destiny and Opportunity’
Buncombe Statehouse Rep. Tim Moffitt released the below video Feb. 1 via YouTube. The Republican represents District 116 and is up for reelection this year.
VIDEO: Nibbles predicts 6 more weeks of winter for Asheville
To the chagrin of those hoping for an early spring, Nibbles, Asheville’s very own clairvoyant groundhog, predicts six more weeks of winter weather. Or at least that was the interpretation of WLOS Chief Meteorologist Jason Boyer, who “translated” the adorable rodent’s Feb. 2 forecast at the WNC Nature Center during a Groundhog Day celebration attended by hundreds of onlookers.
Today, Feb. 2, is Groundhog Day at the Nature Center
Here’s the information via the Nature Center website: Groundhog Day at the Nature Center! 2:00pm presentation The WNC Nature Center is proud to present Carlton Burke’s whimsical presentation on groundhogs on Sunday February 2 at 2:00pm. Explore the folklore of this native rodent species with stories and song. Meet live groundhogs who have been reared […]
UNC Asheville Board of Trustees to hold special meeting on Feb. 3
Here’s the press release from UNC Asheville: UNC Asheville Board of Trustees to Hold Special Meeting on Feb. 3 The Board of Trustees of the University of North Carolina at Asheville will hold a special meeting at 2 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 3, 2014 in Phillips Hall, conference room 117, on the UNC Asheville campus. […]
UNC Asheville students to present research
Here’s the press release from UNC Asheville: The nationally known Research Triangle Park Foundation will host a special event featuring UNC Asheville undergraduates and their research projects from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6 at RTP’s headquarters near Durham. “RTP 360: Seriously Creative Research at UNC Asheville” is expected to attract about 250 […]
Buncombe Commissioners preview: African American heritage, zoning, Moogfest and more
From African American Heritage and land conservation to zoning and Moogfest, Buncombe Commissioners are planning to cover a lot of ground at their Feb. 4 meeting.
Buncombe County STEM school celebration Feb. 1
Here’s the press release from Buncombe County Schools: ASHEVILLE, NC: A host of state and local elected officials, business leaders, educators, parents, and students ready to show off some of their technology skills will gather on Saturday, Feb. 1, to celebrate progress on the Buncombe Discovery Academy, a new science, technology, engineering and math-themed high […]