From the City of Asheville: ASHEVILLE – A public meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 17 to hear additional input on certain aspects of the proposed Downtown Business Improvement District. The meeting will be held at the US Cellular Center Banquet Hall from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. Information gathered will be provided to the […]
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Progress energy employees outraged by removal of CEO Bill Johnson in Duke merger
From the Charlotte Observer: Pressure is building on Duke Energy to explain why it ousted Bill Johnson as CEO this week, as former Progress Energy board members break their silence and express outrage at what they term a calculated deception. At the same time, the N.C. Utilities Commission – which last week approved the merger […]
Park Ridge Health announces community events for July 7-15
From the press release from Park Ridge Health: Event Summary for 7/9/12 – 7/15/12 Upcoming Classes and Events To pre-register for any of these free events, please call 855.PRH.LIFE. Smoking Cessation Course Tuesdays, July 10 – August 21, and Thursday, August 2 (Extra day for Quit Week) 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. In the Wellness Department […]
WNC Historical Association presents “A Day with the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians”
Here’s the press release from the Western North Carolina Historical Association: Asheville, NC- July 5, 2012 – The Western North Carolina Historical Association has organized a bus tour to Cherokee, NC to explore the history and the culture of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians on Saturday, September 15, 2012. The tour, designed to be […]
Pioneer of modern fiber-art movement to feature work at Center for Craft, Creativity & Design
Lia Cook, “Tracts Past,” 2010 Woven cotton, rayon, 81” x 51” Photo: Lia Cook From UNC Asheville News Services: (Hendersonville, NC) – The Center for Craft, Creativity & Design (CCCD) presents “Bridge 11: Lia Cook” a solo exhibition by this internationally recognized fiber artist. The exhibition opens with a reception from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, July […]
N.C. commends WCU for reducing energy consumption
Projects such as the renovation of Harrill Hall to include energy-saving and sustainability features helped Western Carolina University reduce its energy consumption, with the state recognizing the university for its efforts. From the press release: The state Energy Office, part of the N.C. Department of Commerce, has recognized Western Carolina University for its achievement in […]
LGBT legal workshop: “What Amendment One Means for You and Your Family”
Here’s the press release from the Campaign for Southern Equality: Asheville, N.C. (July 6th, 2012) – The Campaign for Southern Equality (CSE) will offer a free legal workshop titled, “What Amendment One Means for You and Your Family” in Asheville on Wednesday, July 11 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. The purpose of the workshop is […]
Mark Meadows touts new endorsements from NC lawmakers
Here’s the press release from the Mark Meadows campaign: US NC 11 GOP candidate Mark Meadows picked up a string of big endorsements today: North Carolina State Senators Tom Apodaca, Ralph Hise, Dan Soucek and State Representative Roger West all came out in support of Meadows. Meadows is in a run off on July 17 […]
Air quality forecast: Friday, July 6 — MODERATE (yellow)
The WNC Regional Air Quality Agency says: Friday, July 6, 2012 is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridge tops of Asheville. This means that unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion. Please call our office if you have any questions. —————————————————– James Raiford Air Quality Engineer WNC […]
Workshop on food preservation to take place in Hendersonville
From the press release: Do you have a garden? Do you buy local produce? It is that time of the year again when we begin thinking of preserving this bounty but uncertain as to where to start? Done properly, food preservation can be a fun and rewarding way to enjoy summer’s harvest throughout the year. […]
Local Meals on Wheels program announces new board members
From the press release from Meals On Wheels of Asheville and Buncombe County: Asheville, NC – July 5, 2012 – Meals On Wheels of Asheville and Buncombe County announces the election of new officers and members to their Board of Directors. The new slate of officers will be led by incoming Board Chair, Debbie Aiton […]
Computer check: Malware may cut Internet use for 64,000 in U.S. on Monday, July 9
The Associated Press (via BlueRidgeNow.com) reports: … tens of thousands of Americans may still lose their Internet service Monday [July 9] unless they do a quick check of their computers for malware that could have taken over their machines more than a year ago. Despite repeated alerts, the number of computers that probably are infected […]
Drought conditions return to N.C.
From the press release from the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources: RALEIGH – Drought has returned to North Carolina for the first time in more than a month, due to below normal rainfall and record-breaking temperatures. Conditions in 17 counties, including Mecklenburg and Wake, grew worse this week as moderate drought returned to […]
South Dakota governor requests flags at half-mast today to honor fallen N.C. Air National Guard
FROM WLOS: South Dakota Governor Dennis Daugaard is requesting all flags in his state be flown at half-staff on Thursday [July 5] to honor the four airmen from North Carolina who died as they fought a wildfire in the Black Hills. The four airmen from the North Carolina National Guard were fighting the White Draw […]
Zumba in the Park to raise awareness about breast cancer planned for July 21
From the press release: Early Detection Saves Lives. Breast Cancer is treatable if detected early. The biggest challenge is getting the word out about how important it is to get screened regularly. That’s where we come in! On Saturday, July 21st, we’re bringing together several Zumba groups for one BIG session to raise awareness about […]
Alternative economy screening and panel: Fixing the Future
Here’s the information via the WNC Coop Alliance email newsletter: Asheville, NC joins cities and towns nationwide to host a screening of the documentary “Fixing the Future,” spurring action toward strengthening local economies. On July 18 local cooperatives and alternative economy advocates will join dozens of other communities across the country as part of a […]
Asheville police target Hillcrest crime
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: Shouting and other noise in the streets until early morning, people darting from apartments to cars and back for quick drug deals — those were some of the lesser problems faced by residents in the Hillcrest public housing development. But now, some say those and worse incidents […]
WCU selected to receive almost $130,000 for new economic development program
From the office of Sen. Kay Hagan: Greensboro, NC – U.S. Senator Kay R. Hagan (NC) today announced new resources for Western Carolina University to spur economic development. WCU was selected to receive a $128,592 investment award from the Economic Development Administration (EDA) to fund the first year of a five-year University Center Economic Development […]
Donate a can of food to swim free at Buncombe pools on Sundays
Here’s the info via the Buncombe County website: Buncombe County Parks, Greenways and Recreation Services outdoor pools will host Super Sunday Specials this summer. Grab the beach bag and the kids and head for the pool on Sunday afternoons. All participants pertaining to the events listed below will get in free between 1 and 2 […]
Buncombe County Special Olympics needs volunteers
Here’s the info via the Buncombe County website: On Friday, July 27 and Saturday, July 28, Buncombe County’s Special Olympics will have an opportunity to raise money for athletes by operating two parking lots during Bele Chere. They need volunteers to collect money and help with parking. This is one of Special Olympic’s largest fundraisers! […]
State mental health director dies in biking accident
From the News & Observer: RALEIGH — The head of the state’s mental health division was killed Wednesday afternoon when his bicycle collided with a tractor-trailer.