Sen. Chuck Edwards of Hendersonville explains some of the considerations that led him to introduce a bill that would compel Asheville to institute district elections for seats on its City Council. And Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer lays out the reasons the city plans to follow a “parallel process” that may include a referendum on the issue, despite Raleigh’s insistence that the city knuckle under by Nov. 1.
Press release from the city of Asheville: The City of Asheville Parks & Recreation Department launches the 2017 season of Movies in the Park, a free monthly movie series in Pack Square Park beginning May 12. This month’s feature presentation is the PG-rated classic time travel adventure “Back to the Future,” starring Michael J. Fox […]
Press release from Asheville Downtown Association: Join the Asheville Board of Realtors, Roger McGuire Fund, City of Asheville, Urban3 and the Asheville Downtown Association will host a free “Curbside Chat” presentation and discussion with Chuck Marohn of Strong Towns. The event will take place at The Collider on Tuesday, May 16 from 5:30-7pm and is […]
Notice from the Deputy City Clerk of the city of Asheville: The next full Energy Innovation Task Force (EITF) meeting on will be May 12, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the City Hall, Sixth Floor Training Room, located at 70 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC. At this meeting, the EITF invites community members to present proposals […]
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (May 2, 2017): The Asheville Police Department has identified the three victims found deceased on May 1, 2017 at Aston Park Garden Apartments (165 S. French Broad Avenue) as William Falls (50 years of age) of Asheville, Kenneth Moore (56 years of age) of Asheville and Rickey […]
Press release from the city of Asheville: Months of restoration on the Roger McGuire Green have paid off with lush sod ready for another season of park lovers and festival goers. On the first of May, the fences came down, inviting everyone to enjoy this public space in Pack Square Park that serves as “Asheville’s […]
Press release from the city of Hendersonville: The City of Hendersonville will sponsor a secure, Shred Day for City residents on Friday May 12, 2017, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., in the parking lot of Patton Park, 59 E. Clairmont Drive. American Security Shredding, Inc, will have their shred truck in the parking lot […]
Press release from the city of Hendersonville: Roadside mowing will begin on City streets this week. Residents are encouraged to maintain their property adjacent to street right of ways to avoid the need, and resulting affect, of our sidearm mower. We have 68 miles of streets to maintain, therefore utilizing the sidearm mower is the […]
Press release from Lake Junaluska Associates: LAKE JUNALUSKA, N.C. — On the first day of spring, laughter echoed around the grounds at Lake Junaluska as dozens of children explored the J.B. Ivey Playground. During the winter months, new playground equipment, including bucket toddler swings, a new climbing structure, and a tube slide to replace the […]
Press release from Good Stuff Pet Truck: What: Free Dog Training Demos, Dog Treats & More When: Thursday, May 11, 2017, 4 to 7 p.m. Where: Azalea Road Dog Park 395 Azalea Rd E. Asheville, NC 28805 Who: A local dog trainer will offer tips and free training sessions. National press release: OGDEN, Utah […]
Press release from National Day of Prayer: 66th Annual National Day of Prayer Thursday, May 4, 2017, 12:30 – 2:00 pm City County Plaza Downtown Asheville ASHEVILLE, NC (April 27, 2017) – For a remarkable 66th consecutive year, the National Day of Prayer will be celebrated around the country as people from all nationalities, colors and […]
Press release from the N.C. Department of Agriculture: WHO/WHAT: The Industrial Hemp Commission will hold a public meeting via telephone conference call to review and approve research pilot program applications and to discuss any progress regarding the Drug Enforcement Administration’s position on hemp seed purchasing. WHEN/WHERE: Friday, May 5 9 a.m. Access to the conference […]
Press release from UNC Asheville: UNC Asheville students in mass communication and drama will screen the original film, Mountebank, which was written, directed and produced by UNC Asheville students, alumni and faculty, at 10 p.m. on Thursday, May 11 at Asheville Pizza and Brewing on Merrimon Ave. The screening is free and open to the […]
Press release from Jackson County Chamber of Commerce: The Jackson County Chamber of Commerce will present the inaugural Hook, Line and Drinker Festival on Saturday, May 20, 2017. The event will be held from noon until 4:30 p.m., at the Bridge Park Pavilion in Sylva, N.C. The festival will feature western North Carolina craft beer […]
Press release from Buncombe County Sheriff’s office: Most abused prescription drugs come from family and friends. What is lurking in your cabinet? In partnership with Substance Free Youth of Buncombe County, we have arranged 9 locations in which you can drop off unused and expired medications from 10am till 2pm this Saturday the 29th. Law […]
Press release from National Alliance on Mental Illness affiliate NAMI Four Seasons: The Henderson and Polk Counties affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, NAMI Four Seasons, today announced that it is partnering with the Henderson County Public Library on its activities around May Mental Health Month. NAMI is sponsoring the library’s May 12 showing of […]
Press release from Clemson University: This semester, 21 students created original designs for a vacant lot in downtown Asheville. CLEMSON, South Carolina — In partnership with the Asheville Design Center, 21 students from Clemson University’s College of Architecture, Arts and Humanities have conceptualized what can be done with the available space at Page and Hayward streets. From 5-7 […]
Press release from Vaya Health: WHAT: First-ever Blue Ridge Recovery Rally on Saturday in Marion. The free event includes food and drinks, music, artists, a recovery walk, children’s activities, speakers, recovery stories, Recovery Champion awards, booths and giveaways from local organizations. This family-friendly event will include a recovery walk, children’s activities and speakers who will publicly share […]
Press release from the Appalachian Trail Group, a subsidiary of Catch the Spirit of Appalachia: The Appalachian Mural Trail dedications, scheduled May 6 in Asheville, June 3 in Old Fort and June 17 in Dillsboro, have been added to the special arts events that celebrate the 50th anniversary of the North Carolina Arts Council! Wayne […]
Press release from Eliada Homes: Grammatico Signature Homes is proud to present the 2017 Home of Distinction! Tickets for the tour are $10, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Eliada. About the Home Built by Dan Grammatico, this home is a modern mountain masterpiece with an open floor plan, 4 bedrooms, and 5 bathrooms. The […]
Press release from Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC: Asheville, NC—Thursday May 25, 2017: Five of the ten branches comprising Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC will come together on Friday, May 25 to celebrate and honor the growth and achievement of each Little in their Community-based programs. The event will be held at Asheville […]
