Christmas Jam Art Show features rock ‘n’ roll art photography, kicks off with reception, Dec. 11

From event organizers Press release The Satellite Gallery will once again host the Christmas Jam Art Show, with proceeds from art sales donated to the Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity. The show includes exceptional rock & roll art and photography from all over the country, including some from here in Asheville. There will be an […]

David Holt, David Wilcox and David Lamotte to perform Three Davids concert, Feb. 20

From the Three Davids Press release Please join three of Asheville’s favorite award-winning songwriters and entertainers, David Holt, David Wilcox, and David LaMotte, on Saturday February 20, 2016 at 8pm at the Diana Wortham Theatre in downtown Asheville for their second annual ‘Three Davids’ concert, featuring all new original and insightful songs woven with warm-hearted […]

Jasmine Beach-Ferrara files as candidate for Buncombe County Commission

From Jasmine Beach-Ferrara’s team Press release Jasmine Beach-Ferrara filed as a candidate this morning for the District 1 seat on Buncombe County Commission. Beach-Ferrara is a Democrat and the founding Executive Director of the Campaign for Southern Equality, an Asheville-based non-profit that promotes LGBT rights throughout the South. “As a working mom, I get it […]

Subaru’s Share the Love event will benefit Asheville Humane Society, among other nonprofits

From Asheville Humane Society Press release Prestige Subaru has selected Asheville Humane Society as the Hometown Charity for the “Share the Love” event kicking off November 19 and running through January 2, 2016. Subaru of America will donate $250 for each new car bought or leased, allowing the buyer to choose from five national charities […]

U-Haul neighborhood dealer opens in Hendersonville

From U-Haul Press release HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — U-Haul Company of North Carolina is pleased to announce that Eagle Eye Antiques & Restoration, Inc. has signed on as a U-Haul neighborhood dealer to serve the Hendersonville community. Eagle Eye Antiques & Restoration at 3517 Asheville Hwy. will offer U-Haul trucks, trailers, towing equipment, support rental items […]

Local artist Julyan Davis hosts studio sale with all proceeds benefiting Helpmate, Dec. 11-12

From Julyan Davis Press release Asheville artist Julyan Davis is hosting a studio sale of select artwork to benefit Helpmate, the only crisis-services provider for victims of domestic violence in Buncombe County. The event will be held at Davis’ studio at 2004 Riverside Drive on Friday, Dec 11, from 5-8 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 12, […]

WNC musician launches ergonomic rocking chair for guitar players

From Rokher Press release Published composer-performer Tryst from Rhythm Tryst.com has partnered with Western North Carolina furniture designers and manufacturers to produce the Rokher [ROCK-her] musician’s ergonomic rocking chair, rolling out from Asheville now with a sleek Euro-design and stellar reviews. Four years in the making, the Rokher is heirloom quality, high-design décor with a […]

Small bites: Blue Ridge Food Ventures Holiday Market

Blue Ridge Food Ventures is planning its annual holiday market, including a smorgasbord of locally made products that are ripe for gifting. Meanwhile, West Asheville gets a new ice cream joint; Chabad House celebrates the 10th iteration of its Chanukah Live celebration; Buxton Hall hosts a monthly night honoring lady bartenders; and Addison Farm Vineyards prepares to host its Handcrafted Christmas with shopping and refreshments.

The Colburn Earth Science Museum to discuss location and name change at campaign kickoff event, Dec. 9

From The Colburn Earth Science Museum, soon to be renamed Asheville Museum of Science Press release WHAT: Asheville Museum of Science Spotlight Campaign Kickoff WHO: The Colburn Earth Science Museum, soon to be renamed Asheville Museum of Science WHERE: Catawba Brewing Co., 32 Banks Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801 (Back room) WHEN: Wednesday, December 9th from […]

Hendersonville dog tethering ordinance amended to avoid animal cruelty

From the city of Hendersonville Press release In July, Hendersonville City Council voted to adopt a new dog tethering ordinance (#15-0741). The ordinance is with respect to the tethering of domestic animals within the enforcement jurisdiction of the City of Hendersonville. The City Council has determined that the tethering of domestic animals constitutes in many […]

Dennis Justice seeks seat held by retiring State Senator Tom Apodaca

From Dennis Justice Press release Dennis Justice, a long-time conservative political activist, has announced he will seek the North Carolina Senate District 48 seat currently held by retiring State Senator Tom Apodaca. Justice, a 45 year-old widower with children, is currently a welder at Thermo-Fisher in Weaverville. He has a Master’s degree in Sports Management […]

The Wedge Studios Holiday Party offers artwork, drawings, refreshments, Dec. 12

From The Wedge Studios Press release River Arts District (December 12th, 2015) – Local artists of The Wedge Studios will be hosting a Holiday Art Party for a day-long event occurring throughout The Wedge Studios building on Saturday December 12th. “Be original and give original gifts to the ones you love!” Meet the artists, enjoy […]

J. Ward Group of Hendersonville joins Insurance Service of Asheville

From Insurance Service of Asheville Press release Insurance Service of Asheville is pleased to announce Hendersonville insurance agency J. Ward Group is now a part of the ISA family. According to ISA President Jim Stickney, whose father began ISA in Asheville in 1958, “ISA has grown its business on the belief that insuring individuals, families […]

Gordon Smith’s position on McKibbon Hotel Group’s BB&T building project

From Gordon Smith Press release Following up on his calls against the exploitation of Asheville by the hotel industry, Gordon Smith today released his position on the reuse and remodel of the BB&T building for a new downtown hotel. The project will come before Asheville City Council under a “conditional zoning” process, which gives governing […]

NC Senate Rules Chairman Tom Apodaca’s current term will be his last

From the NC General Assembly Press release Hendersonville, N.C. – The “part grizzly bear, part teddy bear” Senate Rules Chairman who has been a fixture of state government, a relentless advocate for Western North Carolina, and a master of memorable retorts and one-liners announced Monday that the current term – his seventh – will be […]