From the press release: Asheville, N.C. – March 7, 2012 – Mission Health announced today that Mission Hospital finished No. 1 in a statewide hospital ranking released by Business North Carolina magazine. McDowell Hospital finished 20th in the same ranking, while Angel Medical Center finished No. 1 in a survey of patients. “North Carolina is […]
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NC college students organize against Amendment One
From the Huffington Post, more on the progress of Jen Jones’ run across the state in opposition to Ammendment One. From the post During our Race to the Ballot, a 322-mile run across North Carolina, wrapped in what amounts to 2,500 miles of voter registration and education events, we’ve visited every college campus that would […]
State Democratic precinct meetings March 6th and 10th
Across the state on March 6th and 10th, Democrats will gather for annual precinct meetings. At the link is a list of precinct meetings set for Buncombe County. To vote you must be a registered Democrat in the precinct.
Asheville-area employers not finding enough skilled workers
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: Even with the highest unemployment rate in years, area manufacturers and other employers are having trouble finding qualified workers to hire. Only about one in 10 candidates applying for a job has the basic skills in math or the motivation needed to perform quality work, employers said […]
Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures protests $500K grant to competitor
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: A $500,000 tax grant to a Buncombe County outdoor adventure company is the wrong way to use public funds, a competing business owner said, because it gives an unfair advantage and locks up money better spent on larger community needs. Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures owner Jeff Greiner […]
New guide released: ‘Top Trails: Great Smoky Mountains National Park’
Here’s the press release: Top Trails: Great Smoky Mountains National Park By Johnny Molloy Great Smoky Mountains National Park is one of the most beautiful and also crowded National Parks in the country. The best way to escape the crowds and enjoy the stunning scenery is to hit the trails, but with hundreds of trails […]
Registration open for UNCA’s GRE prep courses
From UNC Asheville News Services: Registration is now open for the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) prep classes offered in January by the Asheville Graduate Center. Classes will meet on the UNC Asheville campus. The GRE Prep course will meet from 6-8:30 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays for four consecutive weeks, March 19 –April 11. After […]
Undocumented youth arrested at NC legislature on hunger strike
Full announcement from NC DREAM organization: RALEIGH and WINSTON-SALEM—The NC DREAM Team and El Cambio are calling for people across the state to take action in support of Uriel Alberto, 24, an undocumented youth facing deportation after protesting anti-immigrant laws in the state. As of now, Alberto has been on hunger strike in jail for […]
RiverLink hosts volunteer information sessions on March 14
Here’s the press release from RiverLink: RiverLink hosts volunteer information sessions on March 14 Asheville, NC — RiverLink is an exciting place with an abundance of opportunities for volunteers to get involved. From office work to helping us host special events to cleaning litter from local waterways, RiverLink can match most everyone with a way […]
Valle Crucis third grader wins Sugar Mountain Season Pass
Here’s the press release from Sugar Mountain Ski Resort: SUGAR MOUNTAIN SKI RESORT, NORTH CAROLINA. MARCH 6, 2012 Resident mascot, Sugar Bear and long-time ski patroller Fay Binning visited the Valle Crucis Elementary School with the mission to teach the third and fifth graders the seven points of skier safety. A week later the children […]
Good Samaritan Clinic of McDowell County moves into new, larger space
From the McDowell News: Two years after treating its first patients, the Good Samaritan Clinic of McDowell County is now located in a new and more spacious home. Since the day it opened in February 2010, the Good Samaritan Clinic of McDowell County has worked hard to provide quality healthcare for the uninsured and others […]
Two men die in East Flat Rock fire
From the Times-News: EAST FLAT ROCK — A house fire on Nello Avenue in East Flat Rock Monday afternoon claimed the lives of two men, said Henderson County Deputy Fire Marshal Wally Hollis. Authorities were not able to identify the victims because of their condition and they did not have any identification on them, he […]
Mission Foundation to host walk-a-thon fundraiser for pet therapy program
From the press release: Paws on a Mission is calling all dogs, dog lovers, families and friends to the annual Paws on Parade Walk-A-Thon on Sat., April 28, 2012 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Dozens of dogs and their people will be raising funds for the Paws on a Mission Pet Therapy Program at […]
UNCA to participate in statewide tornado drill, will test emergency sirens tomorrow
From UNC Asheville News Services: In conjunction with a statewide tornado drill, UNC Asheville will conduct an intermittent, full-volume test of its emergency siren system between 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 7, 2012. The campus community as well as neighborhoods adjacent to campus may hear intermittent warning tones and spoken announcements. The test is […]
Meeting for West Asheville residents on storm water runoff
Are you a West Asheville homeowner concerned about water quality? Want to learn what you can do on your property to help with runoff? Or do you just want an excuse to come have a beer on Tuesday? Which ever category you are in, you are welcome to come to the Altamont Brewing Company, 1042 […]
Need information on where to vote? — this website can help
Find out your district and more at ncelectionconnection.com. The newly redesigned site has taken some of the most frequently asked questions about voting and put them all in one place. You will also find downloadable resources and links to other useful websites to ensure all your voting questions will be answered.
Local artist Adrienne van Dooren will show work at the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival
Local art enthusiast Roya June writes, “Adrienne van Dooren won 1st place in Asheville’s 7th Annual Creative Arts Show and Competition last Thursday. Her entry will now go forward to the National Veterans Creative Arts Festival in Boston, MA October 8-15. Her winning entry, “A Ribbon of Hope,” is shown here. “The timing of the […]
Video: Digitaldigi explains “Why I Love the Internet”
Local vlogger digitaldigi is back with a short sketch about the internet. Unlike many of his posts, this one is perfectly safe for work.
Mission Health offers safety tips for National Patient Safety Awareness Week
From the press release: Mission Health Recognizes Patient Safety Week with Medicine Safety Tips Asheville, N.C. – March 5, 2012 – Today marks the beginning of National Patient Safety Awareness Week and Mission Health is participating with a campaign aimed at educating patients about medication safety and reducing medication errors. “Patient engagement is a top […]
Corpening Memorial YMCA to launch diabetes prevention program in McDowell County
From the McDowell News: The Corpening Memorial YMCA was recently awarded more than $225,000 in grant money to help address the serious health problem of diabetes in McDowell. The local YMCA got grants of $175,799 from the Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust and $50,000 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to bring […]
MedWest-Haywood holds open house for The Homestead inpatient hospice facitilty
From the press release: CLYDE – MedWest Health System will hold an open house for The Homestead inpatient hospice unit on the MedWest-Haywood campus from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday, March 18th. Everyone is welcome to attend. A dedication ceremony is planned for 2 p.m. with tours and refreshments to follow. The Homestead is the […]