Here’s the press release from the office of Rep. Patrick McHenry: WASHINGTON – A bipartisan majority of the House of Representatives yesterday voted 416-6 in favor of passing a bill proposed by Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) to enforce a deadline on JOBS Act legislation signed into law last year. “To cultivate a stronger economy, we […]
News Bulletins
Air Quality forecast: MODERATE for Friday, May 17
Friday, May 17, 2013 is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridge tops of Buncombe County. This means that unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion. For more information, contact: WNC Regional Air Quality Agency Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 250-6777
UNC Asheville donates office space to FEAST
The nonprofit FEAST, an offshoot of Slow Food Asheville, has a new home at UNC Asheville. Here are the details from the press release: FEAST, a program that teaches kids about healthy eating and cooking, has a new office, appropriately at the N.C. Center for Health & Wellness. The center, located on the campus of […]
Cicadas set to awaken for the first time in 17 years
From Mountain Times: “Compared to a lot insects, they are harmless,” Williams said. “An adult is about a couple of inches long and has real bright red eyes. They can be a little intimidating in that respect. In terms of damage, aside from the fact if you have an orchid — and I don’t know […]
Local religious leaders will gather May 20 to protest state laws’ impact on poor, minorities
Full announcement from First Congregational United Church of Christ: Faith Leaders of Asheville gather to call attention to low income and minority people and the impact on them by North Carolina General Assembly legislation. Topics covered will include bills on taxes, public education, the racial justice act, hindering access to the voting booth, health care, […]
Asheville School superintendent announces retirement at the end of the year
From Asheville City Schools: During a Board of Education meeting this morning, Asheville City Schools Superintendent Allen Johnson announced his retirement following the end of this school year. His last day of work is yet to be determined. Mr. Johnson has served as Superintendent of Asheville City Schools since January 2008. Prior to this date, […]
Metropolitan Sewage District due to receive notice of violation
From Carolina Public Press: An official with the state Division of Water Quality says the environmental agency is within days of issuing a notice of violation to the Metropolitan Sewage District of Buncombe County following a nearly 6 million-gallon sewage spill on April 30, though it is unclear whether — or how much — the […]
Buncombe County schools not up to code, WLOS reports
From a recent WLOS investigative report: A News 13 investigation exposes serious fire code violations at Buncombe County schools. We found violations have been reported year after year and now a former electrician for the school district is blowing the whistle, claiming school officials told him not to pull the required permits and life safety […]
Mission Health’s Heart Center receives recognition from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons
Press release From Mission Health: Mission Health’s Heart Center Receives 12th ‘3 Star’ Rating From Society of Thoracic Surgeons for Top-tier Heart Surgery Center Asheville, N.C. (May 15, 2013) – Mission Heart has received a “3 Star” rating from the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), placing it once again in the top tier of heart […]
Local March Against Monsanto announced for Saturday, May 25 at 2 p.m.
Press release From March Against Monsanto Asheville March Against Monsanto Asheville announced today that 500 people will “March Against Monsanto” in the streets of Asheville on May 25. The march will start at 2 p.m. at Pack Square Park and will feature speakers, live music, local vendors, Non GMO Food and information tables in addition […]
AC-T: Asheville-area sewer rates to go up
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: Sewer charges for a typical customer would increase 2.5 percent under a budget tentatively approved by the Metropolitan Sewerage District board Wednesday. MSD General Manager Tom Hartye attributed higher sewer rates to the need to continue efforts to rehabilitate sewer lines and higher costs for fuel and […]
Blue Ridge National Heritage Area announces grant awards
Press release From Blue Ridge National Heritage ASHEVILLE, NC – May 16, 2013. The Blue Ridge National Heritage Area Partnership today announced eighteen grants totaling nearly $225,000 in funding to preserve and promote Western North Carolina’s heritage. Funded by the federal dollars the Blue Ridge National Heritage Area Partnership receives, the grant awards will help […]
PARI selects new member to serve on its board of directors
Press release From the Pisgah Astronomical Institute: Rosman, NC (May 15, 2013) – The Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute (PARI) has selected Michael A. Murphy to serve on its Board of Directors. Murphy is a Raleigh resident and an astronomy and physics teacher at Ravenscroft School. In 1999, he retired as managing director and president of […]
Pink in the Park pre-registration open
From Star 104.3 For the fourth year, the Pink in the Park breast cancer 5k will be held in Biltmore Park Town Square. Pre-registration runs through Aug. 1. Registration is from Aug. 1 to Oct. 5. Pe-registration is $25 per person and registration is $30 per day.
Buncombe County announces slave deeds and genealogical workshops
Here’s the information via the Buncombe County website: On Saturday, May 18, from 2 – 4 p.m., Pack Memorial Library will host a FREE workshop with genealogical researcher Sasha Mitchell with a special focus on African American family history research. Topics will include: the meaning and importance of Buncombe County’s slave deeds and their publication […]
Air quality forecast: Moderate (YELLOW) for Thursday, May 16
Thursday, May 16, 2013 is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridge tops of Buncombe County. This means that unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion. WNC Regional Air Quality Agency (828) 250-6777 Fax (828) 255-5226
Catawba Falls bridge, parking lot closed near Old Fort
Press release From U.S. Forest Service OLD FORT, N.C. – The Forest Service parking lot near Catawba Falls is closed as a result of repair work to the Catawba Falls bridge, which is also closed to traffic. Old Highway 70 (Point Lookout Trail) is also closed because of a recent mudslide. The NC Department of […]
Friends of Mission Charity Classic to raise funds, awareness for women’s health center
Press release From the Mission Foundation ASHEVILLE, N.C. (May 9, 2013) – Mission Foundation today announced the upcoming Friends of Mission Charity Classic will raise funds for Women’s Health, the Center of Excellence at Mission Health that provides comprehensive care and support services to women throughout western North Carolina. The six-day Friends of Mission Charity […]
Park Ridge Health adds spine neurologist to its staff
Press release From Park Ridge Health: Hendersonville, N.C. (May 15, 2013) – Park Ridge Health is pleased to announce that Laura Fleck, M.D., board-certified neurologist, has joined its extensive family of primary care providers and specialists. Dr. Fleck has been providing care in the Asheville area for 11 years, and is now accepting new patients […]
A-B Tech hosts Job Fair on Thursday, May 16
Press release from A-B Tech A-B Tech Job Fair features dozens of employers A-B Tech in collaboration with its Foundation and Alumni Association will host the second annual Job Fair, from 2 to 6 p.m. May 16 in the Coman Gym on the College’s Asheville campus. The event is open to current A-B Tech students, […]
Just Us for All announces 4th annual “We Are Not Bashful” march
From Just Us for All: We’re Not Bashful, the march that started Just Us For All’s formation, is the organization’s annual march to combat and raise awareness around violence in the community. Started several years ago in response to a frightening trend of gay bashings in the downtown and Montford area, We’re Not Bashful, this […]