Press release from NCDOT: The N.C. Department of Transportation is inviting the public to a project update meeting on Thursday, April 24, to show updated project plans for the northern section of the Interstate 26 Connector. The public will learn more about the recently completed Optimization and Refinement (O&R) process for the project and may […]
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Buncombe County election services recognized for excellence in election administration
Press release from Buncombe County: In the wake of Tropical Storm Helene, Buncombe County Election Services was able to activate an incident accident plan to be flexible, adapt, and work together to make sure Buncombe County residents had the opportunity to securely vote in the 2024 election. On April 16 the U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) recognized […]
State board wins national award for Hurricane Helene response
Press release from North Carolina State Board of Elections: The NC State Board of Elections has won a national award for its emergency planning and response to Hurricane Helene, which helped ensure accessible and safe voting for residents of Western North Carolina. The U.S. Election Assistance Commission (EAC) announced Wednesday that the State Board received […]
More than $31 Million distributed for Hurricane Helene relief
Press release from The Community Foundation: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) distributed six grants totaling $730,000 this week to nonprofits providing hurricane recovery services in Western North Carolina. With these awards, the total amount awarded from the Emergency and Disaster Response Fund (EDRF) since October 7 is $31,027,776. Grants awarded this week […]
Hendersonville historic preservation commission invites community to share neighborhood histories
Press release from City of Hendersonville: The City of Hendersonville’s Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) invites community members to take part in the Hendersonville Neighborhood History Project, an initiative aimed at documenting and preserving the stories, photographs, and landmarks that reflect the rich cultural and architectural heritage of the city’s neighborhoods. The next phase of the […]
Buncombe County launches recovery survey, gives updates on debris removal
News release from Buncombe County: Help Shape the Future of Recovery Residents can help shape the County’s post-Helene recovery priorities and 2030 Strategic Plan by completing a short survey at engage.buncombecounty.org/envisionbuncombe. Before the storm devastated many parts of the community, Buncombe County Commissioners were working to shape strategic priorities for the next five-year Strategic Plan. […]
KL Training Solutions to dedicate youth center to late coach Bennie Lee Lake
News release from KL Training Solutions: KL Training Solutions, a leader in youth mentorship, education, and violence prevention – with it’s programs “My Daddy Taught Me That” and “My Sistah Taught Me That” – will officially dedicate its new home space to Bennie Lee Lake on June 14, 2025. The Building Dedication & Open House […]
APD requests public’s help in fatal vehicle collision investigation
News release from the Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police Department Patrol Officers are investigating a single motor vehicle collision this morning that fatally injured a pedestrian. APD Patrol Officers responded to the scene of a motor vehicle collision with injuries near the intersection of Highland Place and Sunset View around 7:45 a.m. on April 16th. […]
Mars Hill University to host dedication ceremony for NASA moon tree
News release from Mars Hill University: Mars Hill University will celebrate Arbor Day with a special dedication ceremony for its NASA Artemis Moon Tree on Friday, April 25, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. The ceremony will take place at the tree’s planting site in front of Carter-Humphrey Guest House, located at the intersection of Bailey Street […]
Community shareholders meeting on HCA scheduled for April 24
News release from Reclaim Healthcare WNC: HCA will hold its annual shareholders meeting online at 3 p.m. EST on April 24th. This meeting is closed to the public. That same day in Asheville, Reclaim Healthcare WNC is holding a “community shareholders meeting” that all are welcome to attend. Every community member across WNC is a […]
People’s Town Hall for Liberty scheduled for April 19 at Pack Square
News release from Good Trouble WNC: The People’s Town Hall for Liberty and Activism Fair is a community gathering scheduled to occur at Pack Square Park Amphitheater, 80 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC from 12pm-2pm on Saturday April 19th. Although the three members of Congress for our area have been invited to this Nationwide Day of […]
Land of Sky enters new partnership addressing the region’s digital needs
Press release from Land of Sky Regional Council: The WestNGN program at Land of Sky Regional Council (LOSRC) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Advanced Data & Network Solutions (ADNS). Together, they will support the Land of Sky WestNGN Device Refurbishment Program—an initiative aimed at addressing the region’s digital needs, particularly in the […]
Buncombe County Planning & Development Moves to 35 Woodfin St. on April 22
Press release from Buncombe County: Starting Tuesday, April 22, Buncombe County Planning & Development will join Permits & Inspections, Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency, and Environmental Health in the new consolidated Government Services Center located at 35 Woodfin St. in downtown Asheville. This move is one more step in the multi-year comprehensive facilities plan, reimagining the […]
City offices will be closed Friday, April 18
Press release from the City of Asheville: Asheville City government offices will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025. Here is a look at City services affected by this holiday. ART bus service ART bus service routes and facilities will operate on a holiday schedule which is the same as the Sunday schedule. Good Friday […]
Air Quality Forecast: Yellow
Press release from Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency: Tuesday, April 15, 2025, is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridge tops of Asheville and Buncombe County. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. For up to date forecasts and discussion, go to: https://airquality.climate.ncsu.edu/
Number of Asheville hotels grows 11.9%, above U.S. average
Press release from Luxury Link: After the pandemic triggered a sharp decline in travel, the industry has steadily regained momentum, with consumer spending on accommodations reaching record highs in 2023 and 2024. Amid this surge in demand, new hotel development has accelerated nationwide—but this growth hasn’t been evenly distributed. A new analysis from Luxury Link […]
New lanes open on I-26 in Buncombe County
Press release from N.C. Department of Transportation: Another stretch of Interstate 26 is opening to traffic on Tuesday. Contractors for the N.C. Department of Transportation will open new lanes east of Long Shoals Road on Tuesday morning following an overnight closure on Monday night to remove traffic control devices. Crews from Fluor-United Joint Venture will […]
Attorney General Jeff Jackson launches safe to rebuild initiative in WNC
Press release from Attorney General Jeff Jackson: Today, Attorney General Jeff Jackson was joined by State Bureau of Investigation Director Chip Hawley, Haywood County Sheriff Bill Wilke, Waynesville Police Chief David Adams, and over a dozen law enforcement partners to launch “Safe to Rebuild,” an initiative to deter property theft and support North Carolinians repairing […]
Citizen Vinyl to close café, event space and store
Press release from Citizen Vinyl: As Citizen Vinyl enters its fifth year of operations as North Carolina’s first vinyl record pressing plant, we will be closing our bar/café, event space, and record and art store on April 30. This decision allows Citizen Vinyl to strengthen its focus on the success and growth of its vinyl […]
Earth Fare marks 50 years providing clean, healthy foods to Asheville families
Press release from Earth Fare: Earth Fare, a pioneer in the healthy food industry and iconic local business, will celebrate a milestone anniversary this month, while also marking Earth Day. On Saturday, April 19 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., guests are invited to enjoy a local vendor fair featuring artisans, jewelers, and other craftsmen; a […]
Buncombe Girl Scouts earn the Gold Award
Press release from Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont: Naomi Hines of Biltmore Lake has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award for a community leadership and service project that raises awareness of teen mental health and the need for preventive measures through education at a local high school. The Girl Scout Ambassador partnered with Haywood Early […]
