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Greensboro joins Asheville and 10 N.C. cities in calling on overturning Citizen’s United

Press release from Progressive Pulse Greensboro has become the 12th city in North Carolina to approve a resolution calling on Congress to overturn Citizens United v. FEC. That’s the 2010 landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling that allows for unlimited spending by corporations and special interest groups to influence elections. Greensboro Mayor Robbie Perkins summed up […]

Progress NC targets Ramsey over past vote on Parkside *UPDATE*

Here’s the press release from state group, Progress North Carolina Action. Republican Nathan Ramsey is vying with Democrat Susan Wilson for a seat in the N.C. House representing District 115, which encompasses most of eastern Buncombe County, including Black Mountain and Weaverville. Nathan Ramsey’s Regretful, Forgetful Memory At a recent candidate forum, NC House Candidate […]

Mission Health reopens Café 509 with new menu

Press release From Mission Health Asheville, N.C. (October 2, 2012) Mission Hospital has opened its newly renovated Café 509. Changes include a completely renovated cafeteria, an expanded salad bar, a live-action hot foods demonstration station and a completely revamped menu. Many of the offerings showcase locally produced foods. “We are excited about being able to […]

Chicago Tribune, Charlotte Observer profile Myers book on North Carolina beer scene

Breweries hopping in North Carolina From the Charlotte Observer, via the Chicago Tribune by John Borsden excerpt: Erik Lars Myers has built quite a career out of beer. Since the 36-year-old Maine native came to North Carolina a decade ago, his home-brewing hobby turned into a business — Mystery Brewing in Hillsborough and Nash Street […]

Asheville gas prices down, while California’s are up

California gas prices hit an all-time high — $4.61, WSOC Executive Producer Mitch Davis tweeted (based on a recent AP article). But here in Asheville, they’re down 2 cents a gallon. Press release from AshevilleGasPrices.com Asheville, October 8- Average retail gasoline prices in Asheville have fallen 2.0 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging […]

John Boyle: “Another day, another Twidiot”

Asheville Citizen-Times columnist John Boyle tells the tale of “Another Day, Another Twidiot” — and explores race, attitudes and politics. Here’s an excerpt: Thank you, Twittersphere, for yet another example of stupidity in action. Let’s call it Twidiocy. In the most recent case, a Buncombe County GOP volunteer was tweeting out some blow-by-blow from the […]

Split precincts studied in another legal claim against N.C.‘s recent redistricting plan

Advocacy groups filed a claim in Wake County District Court on Friday, saying their spot analysis found that more than 2,000 voters in six counties were assigned incorrectly under the state’s 2010 redistricting plan. The groups contend the boundaries were intentionally drawn to segregate minority voters. Representatives said in a subsequent news conference that they […]

ACT holds auditions for Santaland Diaries

Always wanted to play a snarky, naughty, Macy’s department store Christmas elf? Here’s your chance: “For the first time since 2002, we are holding auditions for our insanely popular holiday production, David Sedaris’ The Santaland Diaries,” says the Asheville Community Theatre blog site. “Auditions are Tuesday, October 9 from 6-8 pm at Asheville Community Theatre. […]

Fall activities and classes at Stephens-Lee Recreation Center announced

Press release From the City of Asheville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department Asheville, NC –Asheville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts is offering a variety of activities and classes this fall at the Stephens-Lee Recreation Center, 30 George Washington Carver St. Classes · Women Only Workout-FitnessCenter: Monday, 5:00-6:00 pm, free · Men Only Workout-FitnessCenter: Monday, […]

DARN, Keller Williams and ADA complete walkability study for downtown Asheville

Downtown Asheville Residential Neighbors, the Asheville Downtown Association and volunteers from Keller Williams, a local realty company, recently completed a walkability study for downtown Asheville. “The study was in response to the downtown community and specifically DARN’s request to identify issues with crosswalks and inferior sidewalks and curb cuts as well as inaccessible areas of […]

Steroid linked to recent meningitis outbreak not used at Mission Health

Press release From Mission Health ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Oct. 4, 2012) Mission Health officials have confirmed that Mission Hospital and its other member hospitals have not purchased or used the injectable steroid that has been linked to a rare meningitis outbreak. On Wednesday, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration confirmed that a New England compounding center […]

Blue Ridge Food Ventures contest winner to get shelf space at NC Fresh Markets, deadline extended

The prize for the Blue Ridge Food Ventures entrepreneurship contest, the Big Tasty, is growing. The winner of the contest will receive shelf space in The Fresh Market’s 15 North Carolina grocery stores. The deadline for entries has been extended to October 31. For more details, see the press release below or follow the link […]

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