From the McDowell News: Researchers at UNC-Chapel Hill are conducting a study in McDowell County to understand how people make decisions about being tested for colon cancer. Death rates from colon cancer are high in McDowell and rates for colon cancer screenings are low, according to UNC researchers.
News Bulletins
Asheville City Council will consider Linamar incentives Aug. 14
Asheville City Council will consider incentives for the latest round of Linamar expansion on Aug. 14, according to a notice from City Clerk Maggie Burleson.
Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar will close for Bele Chere. Know of others?
The downtown establishment announced this morning it would be closed for Bele Chere weekend. Know any others? Here’s the word: Dear Asheville Escapees, As if you’re not aware, July brings a bit of paranoia to our fair city. Bele Chere once again arrives with “open arms.” For us at the BPBx, our paranoia is a […]
Sierra Nevada will use well water rather than Asheville water to produce beer in Mills River
While state and local officials wrestle over the fate of the Asheville Water System, Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. has learned it can supply most of the water the brewery will need from a well on its property in Mills River. In January, the California-based company announced it was building an East Coast expansion facility in […]
APD investigating serious domestic assault
Full announcement from the Asheville Police Department: Asheville – On 07/22/2012 at approximately 11:39 AM APD Officers were dispatched to the area of Brevard Rd. and I-240 to assist EOC with a female reportedly thrown from a vehicle. Officers located 34 year old Amanda Byington of Tennessee sitting near the roadway covered by a sheet. […]
A-B Tech recognized for “exceptional performance” by N.C. Community College System
PRESS RELEASE A-B Tech Community College earns exceptional rating A-B Tech Community College is one of 16 community colleges in the state to be recognized for exceptional performance for the 2010-11 school year by the North Carolina Community College System. “We’re very proud to be among an elite group of colleges earning an exceptional rating […]
Former Israeli Knesset member Christian liaison on Take a Stand this afternoon
From Take a Stand with Matt Mittan and Agnes Cheek: ELHANAN GLAZER a member of ISRAELI KNESSET and DR. SHERLOCK BALLY, (Christian Liason for Israel to North America and The Carribbean). Both men will be in studio today from 5-6pm on “Take a Stand! with Matt and Agnes” on AM 1350 WZGM (Asheville) and AM […]
Rep. Tim Moffitt launches legislative website for House District 116
Rep. Tim Moffitt launched a new website dedicated to House District 116, the district in which he is currently running for reelection. The website, www.nc116.com, highlights legislation authored or co-sponsored by Moffitt and is totally funded by Moffitt, not taxpayer dollars. According to an email from Moffitt’s communications department, the website is not to be […]
Job fairs help Harrah’s recruitment, Cherokee One Feather reports
FROM THE CHEROKEE ONE FEATHER (press release from Harrah’s) Recent job fairs at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino & Hotel are proving to show great success in enlisting more than 500 full time and part time positions for various career fields for its entertainment and resort facility. The July 11 job fair had 313 people come through […]
ESPN Radio signs deal to carry WCU football
From the press release: ASHEVILLE, NC –ESPN Radio in Asheville announced the signing of a two-year agreement with Western Carolina University athletics to join the Catamount Sports Network (CSN) for coverage of the Catamount Football Fall 2012 season. Randy Eaton, director of W.C.U. athletics said, “I am very excited about the addition of ESPN Radio […]
CrossFit workout event planned to raise money for family of Capt. Jeff Bowen
From the press release: A CrossFit Workout to Honor the Memory of Capt. Jeff Bowen Saturday, August 4 — CrossFit Asheville — 4 S. Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC 28805 Heats of 10 athletes each begin at 8:30 AM and will run as long as needed! On July 28, 2011, Asheville firefighter Capt. Jeff Bowen gave […]
CPP: Local unions pressured to sell meeting places
From Carolina Public Press: United Textile Workers of America Enka Local 2598’s union hall at 130 Sardis Road is for sale. The local, in place since 1939, has owned the property since 1963. Hank Shell/Carolina Public Press In the face of declining membership, some Asheville-area unions are looking to sell their most iconic possessions – […]
Ultimate Air Dogs return to Bele Chere to benefit Eblen Charities this weekend
From the Eblen Charities newsletter: If a dog is man’s best friend, then a flying dog is, well…just amazing! If you have never seen a dog fly you have to make your way to Bele Chere this weekend as Ingles Markets once again presents the Ultimate Air Dogs this Friday, July 27th through Sunday, July […]
Young Democrats of NC announce Young Democrat Day August 4
Here’s the press release from the Young Democrats of North Carolina group: YDNC Officers to Travel from Murphy to Manteo to Celebrate Young Democrats CHARLOTTE, NC – Young Democrats of North Carolina President Sam Spencer announced today that YDNC Officers will travel from Murphy to Manteo on August 4th to celebrate Young Democrat Day. “Young […]
Asheville innovators crush national record in Colorado race *VIDEO*
Young Innovators Crush National Record in Colorado | Pike’s Peak Cycling Hill Climb On July 14, 2012, FFR Trikes raced two of their production model pedal-electric recumbent trikes at Pike’s Peak Cycling Hill Climb in Colorado. FFR dominated the competition, taking first and second place while setting a new course record of 23:32- leaving the […]
Mission Health names Steven Crane as its new medical director of primary care
From the press release from Mission Health: ASHEVILLE, N.C. (July 19, 2012) – Mission Health today announced the appointment of Steven D. Crane, MD, to the position of Medical Director of Primary Care. Dr. Crane is a longstanding, respected member of the North Carolina medical community, noted for his medical practice leadership and education of […]
Executive Women’s Golf Association tees off for Western Carolina Medical Society
From the press release from the Western Carolina Medical Society: Join us for a 9-hole women-only golf tournament. This event is hosted by the Asheville Chapter of the Executive Women’s Golf Association and all proceeds benefit the charitable programs of the Western Carolina Medical Society Foundation. Registration is $50 and your evening will include 9 […]
Dynamite Roasting Co. raises $1,667 for Buncombe greenways
Here’s the update from Pollinate Collaborations, a local marketing company that’s working with the county to promote greenways: Connect Buncombe just accepted a check from Dynamite Roasting Co. in Black Mountain for $1,667 to support greenways. In the month of June 100 percent of proceeds from Greenways, Please coffee blend went to Connect Buncombe. The […]
NCLCV launches ‘Accountability Campaign’ with goal of rIAINF $10,000 in 10 Days
North Carolina League of Conservation Voters (NCLCV) announced today an ambitious new fundraising campaign in response to the “most shameful environmental legislative session ever.” From legalizing fracking without the proper health and property protections in place, to undermining the state’s ability to prepare for sea level rise by limiting the use of sound science (but […]
Information session for undocumented youth on immigration law change
From the Asheville-Buncombe Community Relations Council [Asheville, NC] Asheville-area undocumented youth and local organizations including Nuestro Centro, Asheville-Buncombe Community Relations Council, and the Migrant Education Program of Buncombe County Public Schools have come together in the interest of sharing accurate information about President’s Obama’s immigration policy shift concerning Deferred Action. We invite all the community […]
Open Hearts Arts Center to hold Sept. 19 talent show and fundraiser at Highland Brewing Co.
Student Talent Show and Fundraiser Wed, Sept. 19th, 6:30-10:00 PM Highland Brewing Company, 12 Old Charlotte Hwy, Asheville, NC 28803 A benefit to fund the Boundless Art Program Open Hearts Arts Center is a non-profit nationally accredited, community based art program located in West Asheville for differently abled adults. Artists of Open Hearts Art Center […]