From the press release: Hendersonville, N.C. (Date) – Park Ridge Geriatrics proudly announces the addition of two new physicians: Julie Iacono, M.D., a board-certified psychiatrist and Benjamin Pusser, D.O., a board-certified family practitioner. For more information on scheduling either of these physicians in long-term care settings, please call 828.687.8670. Dr. Iacono completed her medical degree […]
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APD investigating attempted bank robbery at Bank of America in Biltmore Village
The full release from the Asheville Police Department: ASHEVILLE – On Monday, 03-05-12 at approx. 10:02 am, Officers from the Asheville Police Department responded to an Armed Robbery call at the Bank of America located at 124 Hendersonville Rd. in Biltmore Village. A preliminary investigation reveals that a W/M or possibly H/M, “heavyset”, wearing a […]
Know a Korean War vet? NC wants to recognize them
As we near the 60th anniversary of the Korean War, there is a nationwide push to recognize veterans and their families. The North Carolina Department of Veteran’s Affairs will provide veterans and their families a certificate of recognition signed by Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta. Just use the form at the link .
N.C. State professor explains the science of spit in Charlotte Observer article
Meg Lowman, an N.C. State University professor and forest canopy expert who directs the Nature Research Center at the N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences, writes in the Charlotte Observer: Saliva is essential to our health, serving an unglamorous role to clean our mouths, fight tooth decay and digest food. But doctors are now joining dentists […]
Event planned to say thanks to your physician on Doctor’s Day
From the press release: The Western Carolina Medical Society (WCMS) and The Buncombe County Medical Society Alliance honors and thanks the physicians in the Buncombe County area at a special “DOCTORS’ DAY” event on Thursday, March 29 from 6am to 10am in the lobby of Mission Hospital in Asheville. “Doctor’s Day is a way of […]
New N.C. law requires photo I.D., hopes to fight prescription drug fraud
From the McDowell News: A new law took effect Thursday that aims to help fight prescription drug fraud and abuse in North Carolina. Under Senate Bill 474, pharmacies are now required to check photo identification before filling prescriptions for certain drugs, including Oxycontin, morphine, methadone, fentanyl and Vicodin. The new requirement applies to all Schedule […]
One week after shooting, vendors are selling — with heavy hearts
According to the Hendersonville Times-News, Christina McCray, who has been a Sunday vendor the past two decades at Smiley’s Flea Market, noticed a different feeling in the air this weekend — beyond the chilly winds that whipped through the market. Exactly one week after a vendor was shot to death during what authorities said was […]
Federal law could force increase in Asheville City School lunch price
According to the Asheville Citizen-Times, In another blow to local families’ food budgets, the price of lunch could be going up at Asheville City Schools’ cafeterias, thanks to a change in federal law. The Healthy Hunger Free Kids Act of 2010 says school systems can’t use federal dollars from the free or reduced lunch program […]
k.d. lang to play at Harrah’s June 2, tickets on sale March 9
This just in, from Harrah’s Cherokee Casino. From the press release: “WHO: k.d. lang is that rare performer who, over 25 years as a major-label artist, has matured before our very ears. The Western Canada native launched her career with a blend of country-rock stylings and playfully punk-like attitude, by turns whimsical and subversive; back […]
Bothwell announces opposition to Amendment One
Announcement from 11th district congressional candidate Cecil Bothwell: “Republicans in the North Carolina General Assembly have decided to put one of their favorite wedge issues on the state primary ballot, May 8. The proposed amendment to our state constitution is wrong on multiple levels. It denies equal rights under the law, a mainstay of America’s […]
Oh, say, can you sing? National Anthem crooners sought
Want to sing the national anthem in front of 1500-3000 people? Love the roller derby? The Blue Ridge Rollergirls will host tryouts on Saturday, March 10th for musicians who want to sing the national anthem at a home bout during the 2012 season. Email wanda_lust@yahoo.com if you’re interested! Tryouts will be at the One Stop […]
Asheville GO weatherizes 100 homes
Full announcement from Asheville Green Opportunities: On the last day of January, Green Opportunities (GO) crew members Giovanni McKnight, Ed Holloman, and Matthew Martinez finished up home weatherization measures for a home on Carroll Avenue, marking the hundredth Asheville residence weatherized through GO’s free home weatherization program. Beginning in September 2009, GO has partnered with […]
APD arrests four in murder case
Full announcement from the Asheville Police Department: On Saturday, 03-03-12, at approx. 3:00 am; after a week of exhaustive interviews with numerous suspects and potential witnesses; as well as a thorough examination of all the evidence identified to date, and in consultation with the District Attorney’s Office, the Asheville Police Department was able to develop […]
Conference to focus on girls life choices March 10th in Henderson County
According to the Hendersonville Times-News, The leaders of a Christian conference in Hendersonville this month say they want to give girls the tools they need to make good choices as they face the challenges of growing up. “The message I want these girls to know is you don’t have to make bad choices,” said Melissa […]
Fruit growers keep wary eye on warm winter
According to the Asheville Citizen-Times, Wintertime highs in the 60s and lows above freezing might seem delightful for the average Joe, but it’s a nightmare for local fruit growers. With 5,000 acres of apple orchards and a $25 million crop on the line, Henderson County’s 150 growers want an extended cold snap, quick. Blooms already […]
Fukushima anniversary event planned for Saturday
From the press release: Sat., March 10, 2012 – Fukushima Anniversary Event Prichard Park in downtown Asheville, NC 2:00-4:00 P.M. SAFE Carolinas, the Safe Alternatives for Future Energy in the Carolinas, will join communities around the world in remembering the 1st anniversary of the Fukushima nuclear reactor meltdowns. This catastrophic event occurred on March 11, […]
Preservation society calls for “strict design requirements” on Haywood St. development
Full announcement from the Preservation Society of Asheville and Buncombe County: The city-owned property in downtown Asheville across from the Civic Center and the Basilica of Saint Lawrence, which is currently being considered for sale and development, is located in a National Register Historic District. In this area, Civic Center and church activities are compounded […]
Visitors to Blue Ridge Parkway bring in almost $300M to local economy
From the Times-News: ASHEVILLE — A National Park Service report shows that more than 14,500,000 visitors spent more than $299 million along the Blue Ridge Parkway and in surrounding communities in 2010. That spending supported more than 4,008 jobs in the area.
March 8 water interruption on some S. Asheville streets to install new line
The City of Asheville has scheduled the following water interruptions for water valve and hydrant replacements, general system maintenance, or connection of a new water line by a contractor into the city’s water system. Surrounding areas may experience no water to low pressure during these interruptions. When the work is completed, customers may experience discolored […]
Local building scientist Chris Mathis to speak at A-B Tech
From the press release: Local building scientist Chris Mathis, will appear on the main campus of AB Tech Monday April 30, at 7pm in Ferguson Auditorium. The lecture given by Mathis will address the critical importance of building efficiency and the effect of the built environment on energy consumption. Currently, buildings use of 40 percent […]
Bring food for MANNA FoodBank, get a free workout
From the press release: Keith Wimsett, owner of O3 Health and Fitness, today announced MANNA FoodBank food drives will take place at both locations on Saturdays, beginning on March 10. When you bring in food items to a 45-minute boot camp class, the class is free. Saturday boot camp at the 554 Riverside Drive location […]