Press release from the city of Asheville: Attention bicyclists who use the velodrome in Carrier Park: The velodrome renovation is about to begin. The great news: We’re going to have a better-than-ever velodrome for our community when the project is completed. The other news: There will inevitably be some down time for bicyclists to get […]
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City to hold grand opening of Arts & Culture Center at 14 Riverside Drive on July 21
Press release from the city of Asheville: An historic building renovated to enhance the character of Asheville’s River Arts District (RAD) will open to the public this month. Everyone is invited to come see the 14 Riverside Drive Arts & Culture Center during its grand opening, 3 to 6 p.m. July 21. This formerly bricked […]
Vijay Kapoor files for Asheville City Council
Press release from Vijay Kapoor: Neighborhood advocate Vijay Kapoor filed to run for Asheville City Council today. “City Council needs to be laser-focused on the needs of our residents and neighborhoods,” Kapoor said. “I’m running to ensure that all of Asheville’s residents go to sleep each night feeling safe, fed, healthy and valued.” Kapoor successfully […]
Habitat offers repair service for low-income homeowners
Press release from Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity: Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity (AAHH) has completed nearly 200 Home Repair projects since 2010. The program enables low-income homeowners to age in place by offering low-cost home improvements that improve accessibility, safety, and comfort and/or remediate issues that negatively affect health and well-being (water damage, inadequate […]
Edwards rails against Buncombe news coverage
At a meeting of the Council of Independent Business Owners on July 14, Sen. Chuck Edwards, Rep. Brian Turner and Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer briefed the crowd on issues including the state economy, taxes, judicial matters, education, Asheville district elections and the River Arts District Transportation Improvement Project. Edwards also used the forum to complain about bias in local media coverage.
Dee Williams campaign announces rally prior to filing on July 18
Press release from the Western North Carolina Green Party: On Tuesday, July 18, 2017, at 11 am, Dee Williams files as a candidate for the 2017 Asheville City Council race. Dee Williams is the first candidate ever endorsed by the Western North Carolina Green Party. Her platform includes creating a Community Land Trust for permanently […]
Asheville Merchants Fund of The Community Foundation awards $405,000 in grants
Press release from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina: Funds to Support Youth Success and Spur Economic Growth (July 11, 2017) –The Asheville Merchants Fund of The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina has awarded grants to nine Buncombe County nonprofit organizations. A total of $405,000 was distributed for innovative projects designed to strengthen […]
APD asks for information on Fairview Road crash
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (July 11, 2017): On Sunday, July 9 at approximately 1:06 p.m. a Volkswagen Jetta was attempting to enter the I-240 east on-ramp from Fairview Road, in front of the Home Depot, when the driver turned into the path of a Honda motorcycle. The driver of the motorcycle […]
Candidates vie to lead Asheville equity and inclusion efforts
Two finalists for the newly created Equity and Inclusion Manager position with the city of Asheville mingled with community members at a meet-and-greet on July 10. Kimberlee Archie and Alaysia Black Hackett shared their backgrounds, their visions of how the position can serve the city and some of the issues they see as most pressing for the new role.
2017 N.C. Mountain State Fair entry deadlines approaching
Press release from the N.C. Department of Agriculture: FLETCHER – Deadlines are quickly approaching for folks hoping to showcase their skills and hard work at the 2017 N.C. Mountain State Fair, Sept. 8-17 at the Western N.C. Agricultural Center. “Whether you are a 4-H student exhibiting your first goat or a fourth-generation farmer with an […]
Free lecture at The Collider to provide eclipse education on July 21
Press release from Asheville Museum of Science: ASHEVILLE, NC – July 10, 2017: The Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS) and The Collider announce their next co-hosted installment of the Science Pub, a free Friday night guest speaker series. “2017 Carolina Total Solar Eclipse” will be presented by Christi Whitworth, Director of Learning Experiences with the […]
Bothwell files for reelection to Asheville City Council
Press release from Cecil Bothwell: Citing his successful record as a member of Asheville’s City Council, Cecil Bothwell has filed for re-election. “I have always listened to the people of Asheville and have done my utmost to move the City in the right direction,” he said. “While commercial interests often seem to pull the strings, I […]
City Council hears update on comprehensive plan
Asheville City Council heard a report on the city’s comprehensive plan update, which was released in draft form in June. City planners and consultants highlighted some of the key features of the plan, which lays out a vision for the city’s growth and development. City Council is expected to approve the final plan in October.
Candidate filing for local elections begins Friday, July 7
Press release from State Board of Elections & Ethics Enforcement: RALEIGH, N.C. – Candidate filing for local elections across North Carolina begins at noon Friday (July 7) and runs through noon Friday, July 21. Local elections are held between September and November, depending on the rules governing particular types of election contests. This year, more […]
Mission Health announces intent to withdraw from BCBSNC network if negotiations fail
Press release from Mission Health: ASHEVILLE, N.C. (July 5, 2017) – Today, Mission Health announced it has delivered notice of intent to terminate its contracts with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (BCBSNC) if ongoing negotiations fail to reach an agreement. The notice establishes a specific deadline for new contracts to be in […]
Updated map of Asheville City School district approved
The Asheville City Schools district follows a different boundary line than the city limits — and in some areas, the line is very different indeed. The Buncombe County Board of Education ratified an updated map of the city district on June 30. The map had previously been approved by the city school board on June 5.
Buy Haywood releases 2017 Agritourism Guide
Press release from Buy Haywood: Buy Haywood’s “Find your Adventure! 2017 Agritourism Guide: 10th Anniversary Edition” is now available. Printed guides are free and can be found at locations across Haywood County including the Haywood County Visitor Center in Maggie Valley. Other locations listed at www.BuyHaywood.com. Agritourism as an enterprise is being hailed as a […]
Smaller project, bigger budget, approved for RAD
On behalf of Asheville taxpayers, members of City Council swallowed a bitter pill on June 27: The city will pay more and get much less than it expected for the River Arts District Transportation Improvement Project. Soaring construction costs led to a revised project scope, with three greenways and the Livingston Street Complete Streets initiative among the components left on the cutting-room floor. Since December, the city has pledged $12 million more to the project than originally planned.
Asheville Council passes resolution supporting medical cannabis
Asheville City Council heard from advocates of medical cannabis and passed a resolution in support of legislation that would legalize the medical use of the drug in North Carolina at its meeting on June 27.
Asheville seeks applicants for boards and commissions
Press release from the city of Asheville: The City of Asheville has various openings on various committees. Have you ever wanted to make a difference? Have you wondered, “Can the City benefit from my experience and knowledge?” Do you want to have a voice in the City’s growth and future? Do you want to be […]
WENOCA chapter of Sierra Club urges input on Forest Service plans for Nantahala and Pisgah forests
Announcement from Sierra Club of Western North Carolina: Please attend and speak at the 6 US Forest Service public comment sessions (listed below.) This summer is a critical time to provide input on the development of the revised Nantahala Pisgah National Forest plan. Although there are some improvements from earlier versions, the preliminary draft misses many […]