Press release from Lees-McRae College: BANNER ELK, N.C. — Lees-McRae President Barry M. Buxton announced that he will retire in May 2018 and that a search for his replacement has begun. Buxton has served as the president of Lees-McRae since June 1, 2010 and is the 15th president in the 116-year-history of the institution. In announcing his […]
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Safety tips for utilizing ride share programs
Press release from The Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (August 1, 2017): The Asheville Police Department is investigating a sexual assault incident that occurred on July 24, 2017 involving a male posing as a driver for hire. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male in his 30s with a goatee. He drives a white newer […]
Hotel job fair hosted at Mars Hill Town Hall
Press release from GO Mountain Commuting: Asheville, North Carolina, August 1, 2017 – Major hotel employers in the region will be holding a new kind of job fair on Wednesday, August 2 at the Mars Hill Town Hall from noon until 6:00 pm. Billed as “A Job Fair that takes you to the heart of […]
The 71st annual McDowell County Junior Livestock Show, Aug. 4-5
Press release from McDowell County Center: The 71st McDowell County Jr. Livestock show will be held on Friday, August 4 and Saturday, August 5. The Friday show will begin at 5 pm and the Saturday show will begin at 10 am. The show will be held at the McDowell Agriculture Center located at 188 Ag […]
First United Methodist Church holds garage sale, Aug. 10 & 11
Press release from First United Methodist Church: HENDERSONVILLE: First United Methodist Church is holding a mammoth garage sale on Thursday, August 10, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday, August 11, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The church’s Barber Christian Life Center is filled with treasures including housewares, toys, kitchenware, yard equipment, sporting gear and lots more. Garage Sale proceeds will […]
Solar eclipse to increase visitation to Pisgah and Nantahala National Forests
Press release from the U.S. Department of Agriculture: Asheville, N.C., July 31, 2017- Parts of the Nantahala and Pisgah National Forests are expecting extremely high numbers of visitors for the weekend of August 18-21 due to the solar eclipse. Forest Service staff encourage visitors to carefully plan ahead to ensure a safe and memorable event. […]
New York Times columnist David Brooks to speak at UNC Asheville, Sept. 12
Press release from UNC Asheville: UNC Asheville will present David Brooks, a leading analyst of American culture and politics, in a free public lecture at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 12. This event, which will be held in Kimmel Arena on campus, is supported by The David and Lin Brown Visionary Lecture Series and The […]
Haywood Community College students compete and place in SkillsUSA NC
Press release form Haywood Community College: Haywood Community College students recently competed in SkillsUSA NC, where they brought home four awards. HCC electrical systems technology student Cory Ross won first place and secured a spot in the national competition. At the state level, other HCC top finishes included building construction technology student Wesley Sears with […]
Western Regional Archives celebrates its fifth year
Press release from N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Resources: ASHEVILLE, N.C. – When Heather South arrived at the Western Regional Archives (WRA) five years ago, she was quickly immersed in the history and culture of the North Carolina mountains and quick to welcome the many researchers who came seeking information. South and the staff […]
Alderman sculpture on display at The Haen Gallery
Press release from The Haen Gallery: BREVARD, NC (July 24, 2017) – A one-ton bison sculpture, part of a commission awarded to Brevard-area sculptor J. Aaron Alderman, will be on display at The Haen Gallery in the Brevard Lumberyard Arts District beginning Friday, July 28. A reception will be held at The Haen Gallery on […]
Small bites: Milk & Honey Café opens in South Asheville
Milk & Honey Café brings a chef-driven food menu plus cold-pressed juices and smoothies to Arden. Also, Dobra Tea benefits Rise as One, The Hop hosts a fundraiser for ASAP and Nightbell teams with No Taste Like Home.
Larry and Linda Cammarata join Kalimba Master Kevin Spears at White Horse Black Mountain
Press release White Horse Black Mountain: Kalimba master Kevin Spears has become a familiar and beloved figure at the White Horse Black Mountain through “Masters of the Moment”, an innovative concert series that pairs Spears with various collaborators in an atmosphere that encourages improvisation and exploration. Spoken word and song become part of the mix as Kevin hosts Asheville’s Larry […]
The Preservation Society of Asheville and Buncombe County’s time traveling gala returns
Press release from The Preservation Society of Asheville and Buncombe County: Asheville, NC – July 19, 2017 – The soul of Asheville is in our rich cultural diversity and community. To honor that diversity, The Preservation Society of Asheville and Buncombe County’s annual gala on September 23, 2017 will feature locations that represent not only different eras, […]
Guided walk in historic Oakdale Cemetery, Aug. 6
Press release from Mary Jo Padget: (HENDERSONVILLE, NC, July 23, 2017) — A guided walk in Historic Oakdale Cemetery will be on Sunday, August 6, at 2:15 p.m. Participants will gather at the octagonal building in the Cemetery, located on U.S. 64 West at Valley St., about one-half mile from downtown Hendersonville. Cost is $10 […]
Safety tips for the Solar Eclipse
Press release from Elite Eye Care: Western North Carolina is gearing up for The Great American Solar Eclipse. Moments like this are rare and require good vision to see it. We won’t harp on getting regular eye exams so that you can see life’s little moments (although that is SO important). We don’t want you […]
Girl Scouts celebrate National S’mores Day
Press release from Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont: Join our Girl Scouts for a National S’mores Day Celebration, Thursday, August 10. S’mores, games, activities and more! This event is free and open to the public. Who: Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont What: National S’mores Day When: Thursday, August 10 from 9 A.M. to 7 P.M. […]
More than Mindfulness conference returns Oct. 6
Press release from The Rainbow Community School: Asheville, North Carolina, August, 2017 — The Rainbow Institute, an arm of Rainbow Community School (RCS) of West Asheville is hosting its annual More than Mindfulness (MTM) Conference on October 6th and 7th, 2017. School based mindfulness programs are becoming increasingly more widespread and decades of research suggest […]
Additional emergency closures on Pisgah Ranger District
Press release from the U.S. Department of Agriculture: Pisgah Forest, NC, July 25, 2017 — Effective immediately, the entire area east of Highway 276 and south of the Blue Ridge Parkway on the Pisgah Ranger District is closed including all campgrounds and campsites in the area. North Mills River Campground, Wash Creek Group Horse Camp, […]
Construction on 45 Ashland project site continues
Press release from Beverly-Hanks & Associates Realtors: Asheville, NC – July 25, 2017 – Construction progress is in full swing at the 45 Asheland project site. With a crane in place and foundation work nearing completion, the structure will begin taking shape at a rapid pace. “We anticipate that this progress will create even […]
‘My Humor Heritage in Madison County and Beyond,’ a new book by Anthony E. Ponder
Press release from Anthony Ponder: Anthony E. Ponder has written My Humor Heritage in Madison County and Beyond. It features cartoon illustrations by Graham Ponder. The publisher is YAV Publications and is available in paperback at most all outlets. Ponder states, “I tried to give the reader a glimpse of what amused our ancestors. Our […]
The Camp for All Barbeque Ball returns for 10th year
Press release from Camplify: (Hendersonville, NC) – Rock climbing, paddling, campfires and s’mores. Live music and Hubba Hubba Smokehouse. What more could your family dream of? Camplify will host the Tenth Annual Camp for All Barbeque Ball on Sunday, September 10th, 2017 at Camp Ton-a-Wandah. This signature event raises funds to provide camp-based and experiential […]