Here’s the press release from the campaign of Democratic candidate Hayden Rogers, who’s vying with Republican Mark Meadows in the race for the 11th Congressional District: Meadows: “We’ll never be able to compete with India and China” Brasstown, NC – Today Hayden Rogers released the following statement in response to Mark Meadows’ comment that the […]
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Asheville wins big grant through Sister Cities International
Here’s the press release from Sister Cities International: North Carolinian’s combine business and social consciousness on a global scale through Sister Cities International Raleigh and Asheville, NC win $100,000 grant through Sister Cities International’s Sino-African Initiative Through the grassroot collaborative efforts of James Montague of F7 International Development of Raleigh and Valeria Watson-Doost of Zamani […]
GRFS customer-service center will add 100 positions to Arden facility
Press release from GRFS GRFS is adding 100 new positions in its call center in Arden, the company announced today. The new positions are being added as a result of having been chosen by a technology company to be the primary call center for customer service and inquiry calls, as well as growth of other […]
Food Day at UNCA to examine local impact of federal food policy
Press release From UNC Asheville News Services Food Day at UNC Asheville will present a chance to learn more about the federal farm bill and its impact on local farmers and food consumers. Food Day activities are free and open to the public and take place from 4-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 24, in UNC Asheville’s […]
NC flags lowered in honor of Sen. Don East of Surry County
Press release from Office of Governor Gov. Bev Perdue today ordered all North Carolina state flags on state facilities to be lowered immediately to half staff in tribute to Sen. Don East of Surry County, who passed this morning following complications from surgery. He represented his District 30 for seven terms in the N.C. Senate. […]
Moffitt touts praise from N.C. Commerce Secretary Crisco
Here’s the press release from the campaign of Republican incumbent Rep. Tim Moffitt, who’s facing a challenge this year in District 116 from Democratic challenger Jane Whilden. SKYLAND – Representative Tim Moffitt (R – Buncombe) received praise from North Carolina Secretary of Commerce Keith Crisco for his efforts regarding job creation and business recruitment to […]
Mindfulness practice for ADHD event planned for Nov. 12
Press release From ADHD Center for Success ASHEVILLE, N.C. – ADHD is the most common behavioral disorder diagnosed in children. But is not just a diagnosis that is given to children anymore. It is estimated that 85% of adults go untreated and misdiagnosed. One can experience symptoms such as depression, lack of sleep, inattentiveness, inability […]
Asheville Fire Department asks for help solving arson of Xpress newspaper boxes
On Wednesday Oct. 17, someone set fire to the newspapers inside several Mountain Xpress distribution boxes in downtown Asheville. Here’s the press release from the Asheville Fire Department about the investigation. Xpress has requested a copy of the image from the surveillance video. From the AFD press release The Asheville Fire Department, along with the […]
APD attempting to locate suspect in embezzlement case
Press release from Asheville Police Department The Asheville Police Department is asking for assistance in locating 30 year old Courtney Elizabeth Driggers of Asheville. Ms. Driggers has 10 open warrants for her arrest for Embezzlement. Ms. Driggers is a white female 5’ 6” 115 lbs. She has ties to Asheville, Canton, and Black Mountain. Anyone […]
Asheville on Bikes announces details on Oct. 27 Pumpkin Pedaller ride
Yesterday, Oct. 21, a group of Asheville on Bikes organizers scouted out and finalized the route for this year’s Pumpkin Pedaller community bike ride. Pictured here from left to right are Mike and Emily Sule, Racher Reeser and Steven Slack, as they stopped on top of the City-County parking deck, the site of a planned […]
State environmental officials announce new mercury products recycling grants
RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources, or DENR, has initiated its first Mercury Products Recycling Grant program to assist local governments in creating or expanding mercury recycling programs for fluorescent lights, thermostats and other mercury-containing products. In recent years, millions of compact fluorescent lights (CFLs) have replaced incandescent bulbs in households […]
Sugar Mountain Ski Resort gears up for new season
Here’s the press release from Sugar Mountain Ski Resort: SUGAR MOUNTAIN SKI RESORT, NORTH CAROLINA. OCTOBER 22, 2012 In the deep South snow matters. Peaking at 5,300 feet above sea level, 36 degrees latitude and 81 degrees longitude Sugar Mountain Ski Resort’s chances of receiving natural snow are good. Season snowfall can reach as high […]
Junior League of Asheville announces leadership team
Full announcement from Junior League of Asheville: ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Sept. 12, 2012 – The Junior League of Asheville, entering its 86th year of active engagement of promoting women through voluntarism in the Asheville community, slated its new leadership for the upcoming 2012-2013 League year. These women bring varied backgrounds and industry experience to their […]
Hominy Creek Greenway get-together Sunday, Oct. 28 at Altamont Brewery
Press release from Friends of Hominy Creek Greenway Next weekend, Sunday, Oct. 28, the Friends of Hominy Creek Greenway Gathering and Membership Drive will be at the Altamont Brewing Company on Haywood Road. This new parkland is an amazing addition to our neighborhood community. Come celebrate it with us! The Friends of Hominy Creek Greenway […]
Asheville woman turns $500 scratch-off win into $1 million
Announcement from North Carolina education lottery: RALEIGH – A lucky streak for Asheville businesswoman Diane Israel began with a $500 win and ended with a $1 million prize. “I had just won $500 on an Aces High ticket,” Israel said. “I went to the store after I cashed in the ticket and bought a $20 […]
We made it through the weekend – barely
It is that time of year again. Our friends from the hills are looking for whatever their incredible noses search out — in West Asheville, from a trash can some left over Rocky’s Hot Chicken. In Chunn’s Cove, the bears were looking for comfortable seating (photo). In Fairview it was a bee hive. Oteen residents […]
A-B Tech student selected for NASA program
Press release from A-B Tech A-B Tech Community College student Michael Rose has been chosen by NASA to travel to Marshall Space Flight Center Oct. 23-25 to participate in a three-day on-site event. He was selected as one of 40 community and junior college students from across the nation to be part of the National […]
AC-T endorses Obama
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times endorsement of incumbent Democratic President Barack Obama in his quest to fend off the challenge from Republican Mitt Romney and win a second term: As with all presidents, we have issues with Barack Obama’s record. Little accountability has been doled out for a financial crisis that hammered the […]
Public comment meeting on Southside set for Nov. 1
Here’s the press release from the city of Asheville: PUBLIC MEETING: DR. WESLEY GRANT, SR. SOUTHSIDE CENTER SPRAYGROUND, PLAYGROUND, AND TRAIL PROJECT Asheville, NC – The City of Asheville Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department is hosting a meeting to invite public comment on the city’s next phase of construction at the Dr. Wesley Grant, […]
Snowy winter for WNC? That’s what the wooly worm says
News report from the AP via the Daily Reflector The word from a woolly worm named Lickety Split is that western North Carolina should break out the winter coats and invest in snow shovels. Lickety Split beat seven other worms Saturday in the finals at the 35th annual Woolly Worm Festival in Banner Elk. The […]
AC-T endorses Whilden, Ramsey
In the Buncombe County races for seats in the N.C. House, the Asheville Citizen-Times endorsed Republican Nathan Ramsey (District 115) and Democrat Jane Whilden (Democrat 116). Here’s an excerpt from the editorial, published Oct. 20: In Buncombe state House District 115, Democrat Susan Wilson faces Republican Nathan Ramsey. Ramsey served capably as chair of Buncombe […]