Press release From McDowell Hospital: McDowell Hospital introduces Maureen Ben-Davies, MD, MPH, as the newest member of the team at McDowell Pediatrics. Dr. Ben-Davies is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. “We are thrilled to have Dr. Ben-Davies join the talented team of physicians at McDowell Pediatrics,” said Lynn Boggs, RN, MSN, MBA, […]
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Buncombe County Young Republicans ask community for help to send delegates to state convention
Press release From Buncombe County Young Republicans: Friends and supporters, Our Young Republican delegates will leave this Friday for the state convention in Wilmington but we still need your help. Will you consider pitching in $20 today to help make our trip possible? You can donate securely by clicking here, or by sending a check […]
Times-News: Henderson County granted extra money to fix erosion issues at Seven Falls development
From the Times-News By Nathaniel Axtell A Superior Court judge granted Henderson County’s request Monday to use an additional $150,326 in bond money toward fixing erosion problems at the defunct Seven Falls development in Etowah. Judge W. Erwin Spainhour approved an order allowing the county to use up to $410,686 from $6 million in bond […]
Ingles Markets donates $16,000 to MANNA FoodBank
Press release From MANNA FoodBank: ASHEVILLE, N.C. (July 12, 2013) Today, Ingles Markets presented MANNA FoodBank with a check in the amount of $16,000. This generous gift was made possible by Ingles shoppers throughout the 16 counties of MANNA’s service area. With each customer purchase of a $1 MANNA Giving Circle, Ingles made a matching […]
Division of Water Quality seeks public comment about consent order for coal-fired facilities
Press release From the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources: RALEIGH – The N.C. Division of Water Quality invites the public to comment on a proposed consent order between the division, Duke Energy Progress, Inc. and Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC for claims related to the discharge of wastewater from the Asheville Steam Electric […]
Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Daniel Eglinton, opens new practice
Press release Asheville, NC, July 15, 2013 — Daniel T Eglinton MD, a board certified orthopedic surgeon, has opened a new office, Asheville Biologics and Orthopedics at 172 Asheland Ave., Suite C located one block south of Patton Ave. Dr. Eglinton has served his community for 30 years and will continue to provide cutting edge […]
SELC comments on settlement between Duke Energy and NC on coal-ash pollution
Press release from the Southern Environmental Law Center Statement on Proposed Consent Decree for Coal Ash Pollution at Two Duke Energy Facilities ASHEVILLE, N.C.— The conservation groups that prompted state action on Duke Energy’s leaking coal ash lagoons are reviewing the terms of a proposed settlement released today between Duke Energy and the state. Duke […]
Manufacturer becomes sponsor for local Boy Scout area
Press release from Diamond Brand Manufacturing: Diamond Brand Manufacturing, a trusted supplier of tents and other canvas products to the Boy Scouts of America for more than 80 years, announced today that it would serve as sponsor of the new “Goin Great” area at Camp Daniel Boone in Asheville. “Goin Great” is at the heart […]
Jack Cecil to represent Buncombe on North Carolina Economic Development Board
Here’s the press release from the office of Gov. Pat McCrory: Raleigh, NC– Governor McCrory announced the following appointments today: North Carolina Economic Development Board Governor McCrory has appointed John Lassiter as chair of the board and Jim Whitehurst as vice chair. John Lassiter (Mecklenburg County) – Lassiter is president of Carolina Legal Staffing LLC. […]
Women’s rights the focus for “Moral Monday”
From WARL: The North Carolina chapter of the NAACP says Monday’s protest at the state legislative building will focus on the rights and leadership of women.
Oconee girls missing for a week found
From The Associated Press via WLOS: Oconee County deputies say a missing 44-year-old mother and her four daughters have been found in Idaho.
Asheville teens facing charges for throwing firecracker into crowd
From Black Mountain News: Three city teens are facing felony charges after police say they threw a powerful M-80 firecracker into a crowd of people at Pack Square.
Red Cross making emergency call for O-neg, other blood donations today
Press release from the American Red Cross The Red Cross has issued an emergency request for donors of all blood types – especially O-negative, A-negative and B-negative – please make an appointment to donate. This summer, when you give blood you could give someone time to make their own stories – watching fireworks, having a […]
Leadership Asheville presents ‘2013 Leadership Asheville Buzz’ event
LEADERSHIP ASHEVILLE PRESENTS THE JULY BUZZ 2013 SUMMER BREAKFAST HIRE AND HIGHER EDUCATION Asheville: Hire and Higher Education will be explored during the 2013 Leadership Asheville Buzz summer breakfast on Wednesday, July 24th at the Renaissance Asheville Hotel. The public is invited to attend this session which will explore the higher education business in Asheville […]
Workshops announced on ‘Transforming Neighborhoods into Resilient Communities’
Here’s the press release from organizer Gaya Erlandson: Transforming Neighborhoods into Resilient Communities Two workshops in two weeks The need for us all to “live locally” in resilient communities is urgent – for youth, families and all those that want to “age in place” – and now it is very do-able. For the first-time ever, […]
ECO hosts Sustainable Living Workshop
Press release from the Environmental and Conservation Organization: ECO, the Environmental and Conservation Organization, will be hosting its monthly Sustainable Living Workshop on Tuesday, July 23 at the new ECO office on North Church Street. This summer, enhance your garden and menu with fresh, homegrown herbs that enrich both health and flavor! Join Alyssa Sacora, […]
Academic Success Program’s Day of Service to be hosted by WCU, town of Sylva
From the Western Carolina University Office of Public Relations: Western Carolina University’s Academic Success Program is partnering with the town of Sylva to host its annual Day of Service on Saturday, July 20, in the Bridge Park in downtown Sylva.
Sen. Martin Nesbitt criticizes Governor on abortion bill, says NC ‘doesn’t need empty promises’
Press release From the N.C. Senate Democrats: Raleigh, NC –Today, Senate Democratic Leader Martin Nesbitt responded to Governor Pat McCrory’s statement that he will sign sweeping legislation passed by the House limiting access to healthcare for women across North Carolina. “Women across North Carolina are learning the hard way that Pat McCrory would have said […]
Biltmore Farms Hotel to hold job fair
From a press release: BILTMORE FARMS HOTELS TO HOLD JOB FAIR JULY 16 AND 17 Asheville, N.C. – Biltmore Farms Hotels, the largest locally-owned hotel group in Asheville, will be holding a job fair on Tuesday, July 16 from Noon – 5 pm and Wednesday, July 17 from 9 am – 4 pm, at the […]
Marion named one of the cheapest cities to purchase movie tickets
From McDowell News: According to a recently released national study from nerdwallet.com, a consumer finance site, Marion is one of the least expensive cities for movie goers throughout the U.S.
More APD officers submit complaints
From Citizen-Times: Two Asheville Police Department officers have come forward to voice complaints about leadership, including a lieutenant who alleges a pattern of “false and misleading information” and a “pattern of ongoing behavior that avoids accountability by top management.”