Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: Democrats in the state House want to downgrade the possession of less than an ounce of marijuana to a civil infraction similar to a traffic ticket. Simple marijuana possession is currently a Class 3 misdemeanor punishable by a suspended sentence and a $200 fine. Democrat Rep. Susan […]
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Ramsey files bill to expand manufactured housing
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: A bill sponsored by state Rep. Nathan Ramsey would strip North Carolina counties of their ability to restrict where manufactured housing can be located. The Buncombe County Republican said he introduced the measure to increase the supply of affordable housing. Current zoning ordinances in Buncombe and some […]
C-T: Moog planning to build 2,000-seat outdoor music venue
From the Asheville Citizen-Times: Moog Music also has plans to build an outdoor stage for concerts, as well as a new gallery that would highlight the intersection of art, music and technology. The company asked the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority for $405,000 to put toward its plan but was turned down. Parker told me […]
Local attorneys honored for pro bono contributions
Full announcement from Pisgah Legal Services: The 28th Judicial District Bar and Pisgah Legal Services co-sponsored the nominations of attorneys Walton Davis, Stone & Christy, P.A., Esther Manheimer, The Van Winkle Law Firm, and Douglas J. Tate, McGuire, Wood & Bissette, P.A., for the NCBA’s 2013 William L. Thorp Pro Bono Service Award. PLS and […]
Mad Mountain Mud Run ends registration May 1
Full announcement from Mad Mountain Mud Run: Spots for the Hunter Subaru Mad Mountain Mud Run, coming June 1 to Berkeley Park in Hendersonville, are filling up fast, and an all important deadline is nearing: the free t-shirt cut-off date is May 1. “Most participants who tackle a challenging race like this are in it […]
NCDOT planning regional travel survey of 1,300 households
Announcement from Land of Sky: French Broad River MPO and NCDOT are sponsoring the Western North Carolina Regional Travel Survey. The purpose of this travel survey is to collect information on local household travel behaviors. Residents of Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson, Madison and Transylvania Counties will be invited to take part in this important Regional Travel […]
On 50th anniversary, Ingles pledges to donate $25,000 to MANNA FoodBank
Press release From MANNA FoodBank Asheville – Turning 50 is considered an important milestone. Though most birthdays involve gifts for the celebrant, Ingles Markets has decided that their 50th birthday will be marked with giving. MANNA FoodBank has been chosen as the fortunate recepient of the month long celebration. Ingles’ shoppers in all of the […]
Times-News: In Mills River, Ingles almost ready to open and Sierra Nevada on track
From Times-News: Story by Leigh Kelly MILLS RIVER — The Mills River Ingles is almost ready to open, officials said, and Sierra Nevada is on track to start beer production in the fall. Town Council approved a temporary certificate of occupancy for Ingles Thursday as officials with the grocery store chain said the opening was […]
Fourth annual Walk a Mile in her Shoes planned for April 27
Press release From Our VOICE Our VOICE, the Buncombe County Rape Crisis and Prevention Center, is getting “pumped up” for the 4th Annual Walk a Mile in Her Shoes – the International Men’s March Against Rape, Sexual Assault, and Gender Violence. This is the largest annual fundraiser for Our VOICE. The Walk will take place […]
Enka High School students earn fourth place in statewide model bridge-building competition
Press release From the N.C. Department of Transportation RALEIGH — Middle and high school students from across the state traveled to Raleigh today to compete for first place in the final round of the annual Statewide Model Bridge Building Competition. Students from each school were given the opportunity to demonstrate math and science skills as […]
Park Ridge Health announces April 15-21 events
Press release From Park Ridge Health Event Summary for 4/15/13 – 4/21/13 Please call 855-PRH-LIFE to register for any Park Ridge Health events. Upcoming Events CREATION Health Series Mondays beginning April 15 6 – 7 p.m. At the Boys & Girls Club of Hendersonville The CREATION Health Series is a powerful and insightful 6-week class […]
Asheville School to hold first 5K Saturday, May 5
Press release From Asheville School ASHEVILLE, N.C. (April 12, 2013) Enjoy a run in West Asheville to celebrate longer days and warmer weather! Asheville School is hosting its first 5K race on Sunday, May 5 at 1:30 PM. This is a family friendly event and all are encouraged to participate. All proceeds from the event […]
People for Clean Mountains launches ‘Think B.I.G.’
Press release People for Clean Mountains has been established by Transylvania County residents as a grassroots organization with an immediate campaign: “Think B.I.G.” (Beyond Incinerating Garbage) to create awareness and prevent construction of the proposed trash burning incinerator in the Little River Valley of Penrose, NC. The group’s mission is to support all community action […]
Carolina Public Press: Unemployment falls across WNC
Here’s an excerpt from the Carolina Public Press article: Job seekers across Western North Carolina may have found a measure of relief in February, new data released by the N.C. Department of Commerce on Wednesday suggested. The countywide unemployment figures for February showed that rates fell for the month in all of the 18 westernmost […]
Buncombe County considers new school safety measures
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: The Buncombe County Board of Education heard a series of proposals Thursday night to make schools safer, including the addition of seven school resource officers to cover elementary schools throughout the system. With input from experts including Buncombe County Sherriff Van Duncan, Superintendent Tony Baldwin and representatives […]
Eastern Band to build second casino
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians is moving ahead with plans to build a second casino near Murphy. Principal Chief Michell Hicks confirmed Thursday that the Tribal Council has approved building a $110 million casino and hotel in Cherokee County. Hicks was in Asheville speaking on tribal […]
NC group urges college tuition equality regardless of immigration status
Here’s the press release from Let’s Learn NC: Let’s Learn NC applauds state Reps. Luebke, Glazier, Cotham and Graham for putting North Carolina’s future first with a proposal that would allow qualified students to pay in-state tuition rates, regardless of immigration status. HB 904, The In-State Tuition/Some N.C. Immigrant Youth Act, would allow all young […]
Local students to hear firsthand accounts of tobacco use April 15 and 22
Press release From the Buncombe County Department of Health Buncombe County Department of Health is partnering with two local schools this month to create awareness about the dangers of tobacco use. Students will hear from two speakers who want to encourage young people to quit tobacco if they’re using it or to never start. One […]
Want to play a giant game of Chutes & Ladders? Your chance comes this Saturday
Want to play a giant (we’re talking 40-foot-long) game of Chutes & Ladders? If so, your chance comes this Saturday, April 13. MomsRising, The First 2000 Days Campaign, Children First/CIS, and Smart Start of Buncombe County will host the game in Pack Square Park in downtown Asheville as part of YMCA Healthy Kids Day. Details […]
McGuire, Wood, and Bissette attorneys receive pro bono service awards
Full announcement from McGuire, Wood, Bissette: McGuire, Wood & Bissette, P.A. is pleased to announce that attorneys Emily L. Nenni and Douglas J. Tate were honored with Pro Bono Service Awards at the 28th Judicial District Bar luncheon on April 10. Each year Pisgah Legal Services and the 28th Judicial District Bar give Pro Bono […]
Gov. McCrory names Billy Graham “North Carolina’s favorite son”
From the office of the governor: Raleigh, N.C. — Governor Pat McCrory joined members of the General Assembly today to honor the Reverend Billy Graham. State lawmakers passed a resolution in honor of the reverend this afternoon. In anticipation of the resolution, Governor McCrory presented the reverend with a proclamation declaring him “North Carolina’s Favorite […]