From WLOS: Officials say both Lake Powhatan and the beach there will stay closed as long as bacterial levels stay high in the lake.
News Bulletins
CPP: Women at Risk now managed by Homeward Bound
From Carolina Public Press: An Asheville-based program that for 30 years has offered women alternatives to incarceration is under new management. Funding for the Women at Risk program, which provides a range of services to women caught up in the criminal-justice system, has gradually been eliminated over the past few years, threatening to end a […]
Moral Monday organizers announce next steps, including local rallies
Full announcement from the Advancement Project: (Raleigh, NC) – Thousands of people from across the state rallied outside the North Carolina General Assembly yesterday for the 13th Moral Monday demonstration. The event culminated with a mass march to the State Capitol, flooding many blocks of downtown Raleigh with the movement’s largest crowds yet. And while […]
WRAL: Families stand up to state ban on gay marriage
From WRAL: The families originally sued over North Carolina law that bans both partners of a same-sex couple from adopting a child. In an amendment to that complaint, the couples say that North Carolina’s gay marriage ban not only deprives them of rights as a couple, but hurts their children’s well-being.
Blue Ridge Regional Hospital to build new medical office building in Spruce Pine
Press release From Mission Health: SPRUCE PINE, N.C. (July 30, 2013) – Blue Ridge Regional Hospital Board of Trustees has approved a plan to build a new medical office building to be located on the hospital campus in Spruce Pine. The building will house several medical practice offices and an outpatient surgery suite. Design of […]
Montreat College pursuing merger with Point University
From Citizen-Times: Montreat College would give up its name in a merger planned with Point University, college officials said. Montreat officials announced Monday they were pursuing a merger with the West Point, Ga., university.
State GOP distances itself from WNCGOP twitter account, sexist remarks about Rep. Fisher
A spokesperson for the North Carolina Republican Party has distanced the organization from the WNCGOP twitter account, emphasizing that the anonymous user behind the account is not connected with the official party and that it doesn’t condone remarks last Thursday calling Asheville Rep. Susan Fisher a “shrew” and “an argument for eugenics.” From NBC Charlotte: […]
Asheville Regional Airport adding new flight non-stop flight
From WLOS: Allegiant Air is adding its Punta Gorda/Fort Myers route from Asheville Regional Airport.
Angel Hospice benefit scheduled for Aug. 15
Press release From Angel Medical Center: (Franklin, NC) An upcoming benefit for Angel Hospice will provide an unforgettable afternoon of relaxation. High Tea with Champagne will be held on Thursday, August 15, 2013 at Bloemsma Barn on Patton Road in Franklin. “We have assembled all the makings for just a wonderful afternoon event,” said Bonnie […]
Investigation underway for wreck involving Asheville police officer
From Black Mountain News: A Toyota 4runner and Sgt. Mike McClanahan’s cruiser were traveling northbound Monday night on Hendersonville Road near the Mountain Energy gas station when the wreck happened, Sgt. Greg Dills said.
Moral Monday spreads to McDowell County
From McDowell News: Around 20 people spoke out on various state issues at a Moral Monday protest on the lawn of the McDowell County Courthouse Monday.
Train derails in Newtown, rain blamed
From Hickory Daily Record: A Norfolk Southern train derailed Monday afternoon at a railroad crossing on East 2nd Street.
Local firefighter among group set to cycle 700 miles
From Tryon Daily Bulletin: Rich Rauschenbach of Saluda and almost 40 other members of the Carolina Brotherhood plan to cycle their way from the Greenville watershed through our area Thursday, Aug. 15. Rauschenbach helped organize the local portion of the charity bicycle ride. This is the second year Lt. Richard Rauschenbach of the Asheville City […]
Times-News: Sales tax holiday approaching
From Times-News: The annual North Carolina sales tax holiday begins Friday, Aug. 2 and runs through Sunday, Aug. 4.
New physician Dr. Lindsay Herbert joins Mission Community Medicine Old Fort
Press release From Mission Health: OLD FORT, N.C. (July 29, 2013) – Mission Community Medicine Old Fort, an affiliate of McDowell Hospital, welcomes Lindsay Herbert, DO, as the newest physician at the practice. “We are delighted to have Dr. Herbert as part of the team at Community Medicine Old Fort,” said Lynn Boggs, President and […]
Gov. McCrory signs controversial abortion, gun bills into law
From the Office of the Governor: Raleigh, NC– Governor Pat McCrory signed 18 bills today, including: SB 353 (Sen. Harrington) Health and Safety Law Changes – This bill will enhance the medical and safety standards for North Carolina’s abortion clinics and directs the Department of Health and Human Services to write new safety and professional […]
Angel Medical Center to offer free diabetes ‘drive-thru’ clinic
Press release From Angel Medical Center:
State Fair tickets available this week
Press release from the North Carolina State Fair: Tickets for State Fair concerts go on sale this week, with tickets for Scotty McCreery’s two concerts and Florida Georgia Line expected to be highly sought after. In addition to concert tickets, discounted admission and ride tickets will also go on sale at 10 a.m., Thursday, Aug. […]
Asheville Assistant City Manager Jeff Richardson leaving to take Cleveland County post
The Shelby Star is reporting that Asheville Assistant City Manager Jeff Richardson is leaving to take the job of Cleveland County Manager. Richardson, who’s served in his post in Asheville since 2001, was made one of three senior staff directly under City Manager Gary Jackson in a reorganization earlier this year. Currently, Richardson oversees the […]
Oskar Blues’ ‘Make a Difference Monday’ to Benefit RiverLink
Here’s the press release from RiverLink: Asheville, NC – Looking for a way to make your beer dollar go farther? Love craft beer and conservation along the French Broad River watershed? Here’s the perfect event for you. RiverLink is thrilled to be the featured nonprofit of the Oskar Blues/Tasty Weasel Making A Difference Monday program. […]
Swimming discouraged due to high water levels
Here’s the press release from the U.S. Forest Service: ASHEVILLE, N.C. — The U.S. Forest Service National Forests in North Carolina is urging visitors to the Nantahala and Pisgah National Forests to avoid swimming in the creeks, rivers and streams until water levels recede. Water levels are more than a foot above normal in some […]