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 […]
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McHenry Releases First Web Ad
Republican Rep. Patrick McHenry’s campaign recently launched its first web ad. He faces a challenge this year from Democrat Patsy Keever. Here’s the press release and the ad via YouTube and the campaign’s email newsletter: Hickory, N.C. – Today the McHenry for Congress campaign released their first web-only ad. The ad is titled “Jobs” and […]
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 […]
Asheville Regional Airport seeks input on master plan study, impact
Press release From the Asheville Regional Airport The Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority (GARAA) is holding a public open house on October 16, 2012 from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM at the Skyland Fire Rescue facility. The open house is an opportunity for members of the community to learn about the airport master plan study […]
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 […]
BCGOP launches new billboard campaign
Here’s the press release from the Buncombe County Republican Party via the group’s Facebook page: The Buncombe County Republican Party is pleased to announce that over this past weekend a series of new billboards began appearing in multiple locations throughout the county — with more going up over the next several days promoting Republican values […]
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 makers to meet Oct. 10 6 p.m.
Press release from Asheville Makers Greetings Makers, we will be meeting on October 10th from 6 pm to 8 pm at Trash, Inc., 711 B Biltmore Avenue, just north of Biltmore Village. We will be touring the Trash, Inc. facility where they will be talking to us about making with reused materials. They have an […]
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 […]
Forbes Magazine says Asheville tied for 9th best city for jobs
In their annual survey, Forbes Magazine says Asheville is tied numerically with Colorado Springs, Colo. Asheville’s ratings: % of employers that plan to increase hiring: 21 % of employers that plan to decrease hiring: 7 Net employment outlook: 14% Colorado Springs ratings: % of employers that plan to increase hiring: 19 % of employers that […]
CSE says $20,000 in free legal services provided yesterday
According to Campaign for Southern Equality Executive Director Jasmine Beach-Ferrara, the Asheville-based LGBT advocacy group provided around $20,000 of free legal services to 70 people at yesterday’s Blue Ridge Pride festival.
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 […]
APD makes arrest in shooting
On October 5, 2012 at 3:38 pm Asheville PD Officers responded to a report of a man shot and lying in the road in front of 352 London Rd. While Officers were on the way to the scene, the victim was driven by his wife to meet an ambulance nearby. Officers and Detectives interviewed the […]
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, […]
APD seeks help in hit and run case
Full announcement from the Asheville Police Department: On September 17, 2012 at 2258 hrs. Officers were dispatched to a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian on Riverside Dr. near the Craven St Bridge. The driver of the vehicle called 911 to report the crash, advising responding officers that he was traveling north on Riverside Dr, […]
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 […]
Asheville Fire Department, others rescue man from sinking trench
Press release From the Asheville Fire Department Emergency crews were dispatched to a trench rescue just before 1 p.m. today at the 300 block of Airport Rd. The Asheville Fire Department arrived on the scene to find a male subject trapped from his waist down in a trench where sewer lines were being installed. It […]
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 […]