Press release from the Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute Meteors result from particles of dust causing the atmosphere to glow as the particles enter the upper atmosphere of the Earth. The Leonid Meteors, or “Leonids,” are associated with Comet Tempel-Tuttle. As this comet revolves around the Sun every 33 years, it gives off gases and dust […]
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Chamber to host First Lego League – 2012 WNC Region Challenge
Press release from Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce This year’s FIRST LEGO® League (FLL) tournament at UNCA is a qualifying event, and the teams that score the best across all areas of competition will progress to regional competitions and then on to state-wide competitions. The competition is free and open to the public. Each year, […]
Fees waved at U.S. Forest Service areas for Veteran’s Day holiday weekend
Press release from U.S. Forest Service The U.S. Forest Service is waiving fees at most of its day-use recreation sites over the Veterans Day holiday weekend, Nov. 10-12. The fee waivers – the fourth this year — are offered in cooperation with other federal agencies under the Federal Lands Recreation Enhancement Act. Day-use fees will […]
Asheville Jung Center hosts “Unveiling the Psychological Code Behind Presidential Politics” Oct. 27
Press release from the Asheville Jung Center The Asheville Jung Center, in conjunction with The C. G. Jung Institute of San Francisco, will be broadcasting a 6-hour seminar via the Internet entitled The Citizen’s Dilemma in Divisive Times: Four Voices. The live presentation will be held this Saturday, October 27, 2012 from 1 PM to […]
Park Ridge Health recognized by American College of Radiology
Press release From Park Ridge Health Hendersonville, N.C. (October 23, 2012) – Park Ridge Health Diagnostic Imaging has been recognized by the American College of Radiology as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence. “This means all breast imaging services at Park Ridge Health are being delivered according to the highest standards in the radiology profession,” […]
Chef Mo hosts a wine dinner of traditional Mexican cuisine, Oct. 24
Chef Mo Abreu of Chef Mo’s restaurant, 900 Hendersonville Rd., will host a wine dinner featuring dishes to honor his mother and grandmother from his native Mexico City. Here are the details from the press release: Chef Mauricio Abreu of Chef’s Mo’s Original Restaurant and Bar is recreating the dishes of his childhood. He grew […]
McHenry: Just say no to reckless tax hikes
Here’s the press release from the campaign of incumbent Republican Patrick McHenry, who’s facing a challenge this year from Democrat Patsy Keever in the 10th District congressional race: Gastonia, NC – Congressman Patrick McHenry today continued to campaign on his plan to fix the country’s broken tax code, while also calling into question Representative Patsy […]
Harley-Davidson of Asheville to host motorcycle ride to raise awareness, money for cancer
Press release From Harley-Davidson of Asheville Who: HOGs & Dogs Cancer Awareness Ride What: Motorcycle ride to raise cancer awareness and funds benefitting the American Cancer Society Where: Harley-Davidson of Asheville When: Saturday Oct. 27th 11am – 1pm Asheville Residents and Harley-Davidson of Asheville Partner To Help Raise Cancer Awareness and Funds To Benefit The […]
Neil Gurney joins Mission Health as VP of Strategic Implementation
Press release From Mission Health ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Oct. 22, 2012) Mission Health today announced the appointment of Neil Gurney to the position of Vice President of Strategic Implementation. A seasoned veteran of both the U.S. and global advertising industries, Gurney will provide strategic direction for Mission Health and Mission Foundation, seeking to expand and refine […]
Breweries called proof that water quality investment pays off
from N.C. News Service by Stephanie Carrol Carson North Carolina’s water is brewing up jobs, as beer increasingly helps to shape the economy of the western part of the state. Three national craft breweries have chosen to locate in the area this year: Oskar Blues will open its facility in Brevard in December, followed by […]
Two local nurseries honored today as ‘Forest Friendly’ businesses
The Southern Appalachian Cooperative Weed Management Partnership is pleased to present Carolina Native Nursery and Growing Native Nursery with the partnership’s first “Forest Friendly” certificates in recognition of regional nurseries and retailers that focus on growing and selling only native or non-invasive plants. The presentation will be at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23 in the […]
Tax holiday on Energy Star appliances coming Nov. 2-4
Here’s the info via the Buncombe County website: North Carolina will also be offering a sales tax holiday on qualifying energy star certified appliances on November 2 – 4 of this year. The holiday applies to the following Energy Star purchases: • Clothes washers • Freezers • Refrigerators • Central air conditioners • Room air […]
AC-T endorses McCrory for governor
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times’ endorsement of Republican candidate Pat McCrory in the N.C. gubernatorial race. He’s running against Democrat Lt. Governor Walter Dalton. This year’s contest for North Carolina governor matches two experienced public servants, each of whom represents the more moderate wing of his party. We recommend Republican Pat McCrory, based […]
Wingate University adds physician assistant program to Hendersonville campus
Press release from Wingate University Wingate University has announced they have received approval from The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) to begin the Physician Assistant Program at their Hendersonville Campus. This highly competitive synchronous distance education PA program will enter its first class in August 2013. Currently Wingate has several […]
Mars Hill College presents “The Role of the Chestnut in Appalachian Life” Tues., Oct. 30
Changes to Asheville transit system continue, city seeks feedback
Here’s the press release from the city of Asheville: ASHEVILLE – In the coming months, the Asheville Redefines Transit (ART) service will continue to roll out service expansions and route adjustments, including one of the most-requested improvements: holiday bus service. Beginning January 1, 2013, the ART system will operate partial service on six out of […]
McHenry votes early, urges supporters to do the same
Here’s the press release from Republican incumbent Patrick McHenry, who faces a challenge this year from Democrat Patsy Keever to represent the 10th Congressional District: DENVER, N.C. – While greeting voters on the campaign trail at an early voting location in Lincoln County today, Congressman Patrick McHenry took time out to cast his own ballot […]
NCGOP ‘Conservative Comeback Tour’ stops in Asheville Oct. 23
Here’s the press release from the North Carolina Republican Party: Raleigh – The NCGOP’s “#RedNC Conservative Comeback Tour” will be in Asheville tomorrow. It’s a stop on our statewide tour to promote early voting and other ‘get-out-the-vote’ activities. WHO: NCGOP Chairman Robin Hayes, Congressman Patrick McHenry, Mark Meadows, NCGOP Vice-Chair Wayne King, Dan Forest, John […]
Amazon cloud failure brings down Reddit, flipboard and other sites
Trying to reddit this afternoon? Good luck. An apparent failure in the Amazon cloud system has brought the popular site – along with many others, including parts of MountainX.com – down to a crashing halt. One of the freshest comments seen on twitter this afternoon, which is apparently not affected, was “Reddit down. NASA productivity […]
American Red Cross asks donors to “Give Something That Means Something”
Press release From the American Red Cross Buncombe County – The leaves are changing colors and temperatures are dropping. One thing that remains the same is the constant need for blood. The American Red Cross asks donors to “Give Something That Means Something” for a chance to win a $1,000 gift card useable toward gas, […]
Wilson promotes environmental credentials
Here’s the press release from Democratic candidate Susan Wilson, who’s running against Republican Nathan Ramsey in the race for Statehouse District 115, which includes much of eastern Buncombe County: Wilson is clear choice on environment Susan Wilson receives key environmental endorsements ASHEVILLE, NC – Susan Wilson, the Democratic candidate for North Carolina State House District […]