From the Henderson County Tourism Development Authority: Duplicate Bridge Players Are Invited to Compete in Flat Rock Tournament Duplicate bridge players will converge on the Blue Ridge Community College Campus in Flat Rock, June 22 though June 25, to play in the Blue Ridge Spectacular tournament. The Spectacular features ongoing choices of duplicate games that […]
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Montreat business students take top honors in International Business Strategy Competition
From Montreat College: Montreat College Students Win International Business Strategy Competition Montreat, N.C. 5/17/2017 — Two Montreat College students — senior Antonio Rosina and junior Brien Lancaster — tied for first place in an international online competition run by the University of Alabama called The Business Strategy Game (BSG). Montreat senior Tanner Wilhoit also made […]
Retired detective Chris Winslow announces 2018 bid for Buncombe County Sheriff
From Chris Winslow for Buncombe County Sheriff: Chris Winslow Announces His Run for Buncombe County Sheriff Weaverville, NC — Retired sheriff detective Chris Winslow has announced his bid for Buncombe County Sheriff. “I have officially thrown my hat into the 2018 Buncombe County Sheriff race,” says Winslow. “After years of serving as a detective for […]
Oral history records heart and soul of mountain culture
Seeking to preserve the region’s history and traditional culture, local organizations and researchers are working to document the lives and wisdom of WNC’s elders, believing that this provides invaluable context for the area’s present and future.
Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy & MountainTrue host group mountain bike ride May 13
From the Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy: GROUP MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDE AT DUPONT STATE RECREATIONAL FOREST Saturday, May 13, 2017, Lake Imaging Parking Lot Have you thought about trying out a new outdoor sport? Have you ever wondered what it is like to soar though the forest on two wheels? Have you been dying to try […]
Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy receives Community Foundation grants for local farm initiatives
From the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy: Community Foundation of Western North Carolina supports local farm initiatives Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy receives grants for beginning farmer programs & WNC Farmlink Asheville, NC – The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) recently awarded two grants to the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy (SAHC), to support beginning farmers […]
MoveOn.org holds Cacerolazo protest outside Sen. Burr’s Asheville office May 10 in response to Comey firing
From MoveOn.org: TODAY @ 5 PM in Asheville: Protest Outside Sen. Burr’s Office Demands Independent Investigation into Trump/Russia Following Comey Firing The nationwide noise-making protests, including a major protest today outside the White House, come after Trump fired FBI Director Comey, a “constitutional crisis.” Asheville, NC — Today at 5 p.m., protesters will rally outside […]
N.C. Dept. of Health & Human Services holds Medicaid reform public input session in Asheville May 12
From the N.C. Department of Health & Human Services: Asheville Medicaid Reform Public Input Session Scheduled For Friday RALEIGH – The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will hold a public input session on the transformation of the Medicaid and NC Health Choice programs (also known as “Medicaid reform”) in Asheville on Friday, May […]
NC Child report notes potential impacts of healthcare reform on Buncombe County children
From NC Child: 4.2 Percent of Children in Buncombe County Lack Health Insurance Potential Federal Cuts Could Increase Uninsured in Buncombe BUNCOMBE — Good health provides a strong foundation for children’s success in all areas of life, and health insurance coverage is a critical resource that supports health and wellness. Ninety-six percent of children in […]
Habitat for Humanity & Lowe’s team up for 10th annual National Women Build Week May 6-14
From the Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity: Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity and Lowe’s team up to build homes for Habitat’s 10th annual National Women Build Week in Asheville Asheville, NC (May 10, 2017) – Lowe’s Heroes will be among more than 100 volunteers to join Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity to build decent and […]
City of Asheville hosts affordable housing presentation, film screening May 17 & 18
From the City of Asheville: Community land trust expert to lead City of Asheville affordable housing presentation The City of Asheville’s Community and Economic Development Department will present the third session of its public Permanently Affordable Homeownership Solutions series at 6 p.m. May 18 at the Dr. Wesley Grant Southside Center, 285 Livingston St. The […]
Asheville Museum of Science hosts 4th annual “Under The Stars” fundraiser June 1
From the Asheville Museum of Science: 4th Annual Under The Stars Event Asheville Museum of Science hosts their 4th annual fundraiser at Smoky Park Supper Club ASHEVILLE, NC – May 4th– The Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS) is pleased to announce they will be hosting their 4th Annual “Under the Stars” fundraising event on Thursday, […]
Flat Rock-Hendersonville Chapter of PFLAG hosts COLAGE director Kaley Fry June 5
From Parents, Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, Flat Rock-Hendersonville Chapter: GUEST SPEAKER TO SHARE EXPERIENCES OF GROWING UP IN ASHEVILLE WITH LESBIAN MOMS Hendersonville, NC … May 9, 2017. The Flat Rock-Hendersonville Chapter of PFLAG (Parents, Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) will host Kaley Fry, Interim National Program Director of COLAGE (Children […]
The Collider hosts film screening of “Wings of Life” in honor of National Pollinator Month May 30
From The Collider: THE COLLIDER’S FREE MONTHLY CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENTAL FILM SERIES CONTINUES MAY 30, LAUNCHING NATIONAL POLLINATOR MONTH Family-friendly event is open to the public; co-sponsored by Oskar Blues Brewery (May 10, 2017 – Asheville, North Carolina): The Collider’s monthly movie night, presented by Oskar Blues Brewery and featuring films related to climate change […]
N.C. Senator Tillis holds Facebook Live Q&A May 11
North Carolina’s Congressional Senator Thom Tillis has announced he will hold a Question & Answer session on Facebook Live Thursday, May 11 at 5:15 p.m., according to a press release from Tillis’ office. The time of the Q&A is subject to change, depending on the Senate schedule, according to the press release. Any changes will […]
Hot Springs, Madison County Arts Council celebrate community efforts at Bluff Mountain Festival, June 10
From event promoters: The Bluff Mountain Festival Foot-tapping bluegrass and old-time music, a silent auction of beautiful regional items, an artists’ market, good food, a beautiful setting, and much more make the Madison County Arts Council’s Bluff Mountain Festival a special community event. This year’s annual festival will be held Saturday, June 10 from 10 […]
Henderson County Cooperative Extension hosts youth food preservation camp June 19-23, 26
From the N.C. Cooperative Extension Henderson County Center: PUT IT UP! Youth Food Preservation Camp What better way to enjoy all our local foods than learning how to safely preserve them for the winter? Kids, ages 9 to 12, are invited to participate in a six day hands-on workshop June 19 -23 and June 26, […]
WNC Chapter of ACLU launches “Defending Your Civil Liberties” forum series May 10
From the WNC Chapter of the ACLU: WNC Chapter of the ACLU Announces “Defending Your Civil Liberties” Forum Series ASHEVILLE, NC (May 1, 2017) – The Western North Carolina Chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) announces a new forum series, “Defending Your Civil Liberties.” This series of discussions will highlight issues surrounding the […]
YWCA of Asheville celebrates 110 year anniversary at UNC Asheville campus May 11
From the YWCA of Asheville: YWCA of Asheville Celebrates 110 Years Proudly serving our community from 1907 – 2017 ASHEVILLE, NC – The YWCA of Asheville invites the community to join us for our 110th Anniversary Celebration on Thursday, May 11 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the UNC-Asheville Lipinsky Auditorium. This celebration serves to […]
Diana Wortham Theatre celebrates Asheville-area winners of 2017 Emerging Artists Scholarships May 5
From the Diana Wortham Theatre: DIANA WORTHAM THEATRE ANNOUNCES FOUR AREA HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AS 2017 EMERGING ARTISTS SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS The Diana Wortham Theatre in downtown Asheville, North Carolina announces the 2017 Y.E.S. (Youth Education Scholarship) Emerging Artists Fund student scholarship winners: Gennie Basset (Owen High School) for dance; Devin Jones (SILSA) for spoken word […]
Compassion International brings interactive children’s tour illustrating poverty to Asheville, May 11-15
From Compassion International: Interactive Tour Immerses Visitors into Daily Life in Another Country ASHEVILLE, N.C. — May 2, 2017 — Compassion International, a leading authority on child sponsorship which releases children from poverty globally, will be bringing its tour, “The Compassion Experience”, to the Asheville area May 11-15. The event will educate visitors about the […]