By 4:30 a.m. today, a brush fire off the Old Charlotte Highway in Fairview was under control, WLOS TV reports: “Steep and rocky terrain alon gthe Mine Hole Gap mountainside made it difficult to reach the fire…” (For a picture, go to wlos.com.)
News Bulletins
Charlotte Street Computers to host community Easter event
From the press release: ASHEVILLE, NC, March 8, 2012 – Charlotte Street Computers is pleased to announce their 4th annual Easter Egg Hunt and Family Fun Day, taking place on April 1st. Made possible through a partnership with Asheville’s Fun Depot and the Housing Authority of the City of Asheville, this event promotes community outreach […]
Hunger Games Fan Tours launch in Brevard
Full details in this press release: “The Hunger Games” movie opens on March 23 and Brevard is getting excited! A lot of the scenes in the “games” were shot here in DuPont State Recreational Forest. Tammy Hopkins, Film Liaison and TCArts Council Director for Brevard and Transylvania County said, “My phone has been ringing off […]
Park Ridge Health welcomes two new providers to psychiatry team
From the press release: Hendersonville, N.C. (March 14, 2012) – Park Ridge Health is pleased to announce the recent addition of two new providers to the psychiatry team: Yury Mashkovich, D.O., and Beth Short, M.S.N., A.R.N.P., P.M.H.N.P.-B.C. Both providers will be serving patients in several areas of psychiatric care. Dr. Mashkovich will provide care to […]
Mission Hospital temporarily suspends operations at Medisource
From the press release: Asheville, N.C., March 14, 2012 – Mission Hospital announced today that it has temporarily suspended operations at Medisource, an internal supplier of custom packs for the hospital’s procedural areas, while the building’s air handling equipment and aeration processes are evaluated. It should be emphasized that this problem has not impacted any […]
ECO calls for biomonitoring volunteers to sample Henderson County streams, rivers
PRESS RELEASE: April is almost here, and if you’re an ECO biomonitoring volunteer — you know what that means! Time to sample Henderson County streams and rivers for water bugs! Not an ECO biomonitor? Keep reading! Please join ECO at Blue Ridge Community College on Saturday, March 24, 2012 from 10-4 for our annual Biomonitoring/SMIE […]
Next UNCA open house scheduled for March 24
From UNC Asheville News Services: UNC Asheville’s Admissions Office will host an open house for high school and transfer students and their families from 8:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Saturday, March 24, on campus. Those attending will have the opportunity to meet faculty and staff from all academic areas, and representatives of a wide range […]
Local nonprofits hosts “Clean Water Not Coal Ash” cookout, rally on Thursday, March 22
PRESS RELEASE In honor of World Water Day, the Western North Carolina Alliance, Appalachian Voices and partners are inviting the public to a “Clean Water NOT Coal Ash” cookout and rally from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, March 22, at Lake Julian Park. Lake Julian Park is located at 75 Long Shoals Road. Local speakers, food, […]
APD charges man with assault by strangulation
Full announcement from the Asheville Police Department: ASHEVILLE – On Tuesday, 03-13-12, at approx. 9:55 pm; Officers with the Asheville Police Department responded to a violent domestic assault on Robindale Ave. in North Asheville. When officers arrived, the female victim was found hiding behind a vehicle from her ex-boyfriend, later determined to be 35 year […]
Could the Tri-Cities be the next location for Tupelo Honey?
Could the Tri-Cities be the next location for Tupelo Honey? From Tri-Cities.com: A poll on Tupelo Honey’s Facebook page asks fans to vote for the Asheville-based restaurant’s next location and the top cities are all in the Tri-Cities. Johnson City currently leads the vote tally, with Kingsport, Bristol, Va. and Bristol, Tenn. trailing. The original […]
Biltmore Village Restaurant week continues
From the Asheville Travel Blog: Looking for somewhere special to dine this week? Satisfy your appetite with a 10-day dining extravaganza through Asheville’s beautiful Biltmore Village district. From today through March 18, you can enjoy 3 courses for $30 at participating restaurants. Reservations are recommended and be sure to tell your server that you’re there […]
VisitSouth.com picks up the story of Asheville’s new food-truck lot
VisitSouth.com picks up the story of Asheville’s new food-truck lot: One stop, many delights at “The Lot,” Asheville’s food truck stop Food truck lovers, rejoice! Asheville now has a downtown lot dedicated to food trucks. Known simply as “The Lot,” the area is located in a previously vacant lot the downtown city bus terminal on […]
Brevard College groups will hosts 11th Congressional District debates, March 22 & March 26
PRESS RELEASE Brevard College in Brevard, N. C. will host a pair of key congressional debates that will shape the race for the state’s 11th Congressional District. The debates are sponsored by the Brevard College Debate Society and Young Politicians of America. “We are pleased to offer a venue where citizens and students can participate […]
Warren Wilson to host Plants and Healers of Appalachia symposium
Warren Wilson College is hosting an all-day Herbal Symposium on April 7 with the theme of “Plants and Healers of Appalachia.” The event offers an opportunity for those interested in wellness and natural healing to come together and explore the world of herbs. Display booths and workshops by well-known regional herbalists will be available from […]
Woman sought by APD for stealing ‘Fallen Firefighter’ tip jar
Does anyone recognize this female? She is the suspect in the larceny of the “Fallen Firefighter” donation container from Firehouse subs located at 105 River Hills Road. Management has stated that her first name is possibly Sara and she is a hitchhiker. Any assistance is appreciated. Contact Crimestoppers at 255-5050 with information or Text a […]
Fly fishing film tour on April 7th
The Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T) is coming to Asheville, NC April 7th, 2012 hosted by Hunter Banks Co., Southern Culture on the Fly (S.C.O.F.) magazine and sponsored by Trout Unlimited. One of fly-fishing most celebrated annual events; the Fly Fishing Film Tour simply offers the most diverse, polished and compelling set of independent fly […]
Music Video Asheville is accepting submissions
The fifth annual Music Video Asheville is accepting submissions now through Friday, April 6. The submission guidelines are: 1. Video or film must focus on at least one musical artist currently residing in Buncombe County and must contain at least one song by the artist. 2. Song(s) in the piece must be original The music […]
Park Ridge Wellness offers class to help smokers quit
From the press release: Hendersonville, N.C. (Date) – Since 2002, more than half of Americans who have ever smoked have quit smoking. Yet somehow, tobacco is still the leading cause of preventable disease, disability and death in the United States. The Wellness Department at Park Ridge Health is offering a class to help smokers quit […]
Hendersonville officials issue water-pressure, safety alert for Fletcher area
PRESS RELEASE HENDERSONVILLE WATER/SEWER The water customers of Hendersonville Water and Sewer, in and around the Fletcher area are currently experiencing a low to no pressure condition due to an unscheduled outage that occurred earlier this morning. This loss of pressure was partially due to a broken service connection on the water main between Hendersonville […]
Black Mountain native selected as White House intern
According to an announcement from the White House, Marc Petrequin, of Black Mountain, has been selected as an intern for the Spring 2012 session, intended to help future leaders by giving them an opportunity to work in one of several White House departments. Petrequin is currently a student at the Colorado School of Mines.
UNCA’s feminist film festival returns March 21-26
Announcement from UNCA: UNC Asheville’s annual F-Word (Feminist) Film Festival: A Celebration of Images By and About Women But For All Audiences, returns March 21-26 with screenings on campus of “Miss Representation” and three other films, and discussions featuring university faculty, students and distinguished leaders in the community, including Asheville Mayor Terry Bellamy. All F-Word […]