Press release from RiverLink: A generous landowners in Madison County donated over 13 acres along the French Broad River in conservation easement to RiverLink’s Forever Option Program. The project began through the French Broad River Paddle Trail. The owner’s first came to us interested in hosting a campsite for the trail, and as we talked […]
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Farmers encouraged to test corn for aflatoxin
Press release from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler is encouraging farmers to have their corn tested for aflatoxin to prevent contamination of feeds and food. Aflatoxin is a byproduct of the mold Aspergillus flavus, and can be harmful to both humans and livestock. “Because of our climate […]
Asheville Track Club opens registration for Thomas Wolfe 8K
The 37th running of the Thomas Wolfe 8K will be held on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 10 a.m. “The course remains the same as 2012 with the minor change of starting/finishing at Wolfe’s Old Home Place,” says the event’s website. The race will “benefit the Literacy Council of Buncombe County’s Augustine Project (free tutoring for […]
Blues artist Ruthie Fosters opens Diana Wortham Theatre’s Mainstage Series
Ruthie Foster is the winner of the 2011, 2012 and 2013 Koko Taylor Award for Traditional Blues Female Artist, and she’s played Asheville more than a few times. Like, at The Grey Eagle, and at Warren Haynes Christmas Jam in 2010. Now, Foster and her band open the Mainstage Season at Diana Wortham Theatre on […]
Get ready for ASAP’s Farm Tour, Sept. 21 and 22
Here are the details from ASAP’s press release. Look for more coverage of this event in the coming weeks. On Sept. 21 and 22, from 1 until 6 p.m., the gates and barns of 31 Appalachian Grown™ certified farms across Western North Carolina will open to the public for ASAP’s annual Farm Tour. (Find a […]
Madison County landowners donate 13 acres along French Broad to RiverLink
Press release From RiverLink: A generous landowners in Madison County donated over 13 acres along the French Broad River in conservation easement to RiverLink’s Forever Option Program. The project began through the French Broad River Paddle Trail. The owner’s first came to us interested in hosting a campsite for the trail, and as we talked […]
WRAL: Funds set aside in budget to help group homes deal with Medicaid changes
From WRAL: Story by Matthew Burns Raleigh, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services said Wednesday that group homes can now apply for $4.6 million earmarked in the state budget to help them deal with changes in Medicaid eligibility.
Next meeting about North Asheville Dog Park set for Monday, Sept. 9
From the North Asheville Animal Hospital August 2013 newsletter: Upcoming Dog Park Meeting Mark your calendars for the next Friends of North Asheville Dog Park meeting! Join us in the Animal Hospital of North Asheville Education Room on Monday, September 9th at 7:00 PM. Everyone is welcome! Come just to find out the latest news, […]
News & Observer: NC students lag behind nation in ACT test
From the News & Observer: Story by Jane Stancill North Carolina’s high school class of 2013 scored last in the nation on the ACT, the test billed as the state’s new measure of college readiness. North Carolina is one of only nine states that require every high school junior to take the ACT; in many […]
McCrory signs bill that requires hospitals to provide public pricing for medical procedures
Press release From the office of Gov. Pat McCrory: Wednesday, Aug. 21, Raleigh, NC– Governor Pat McCrory signed a major consumer protection bill into law today. House Bill 834 requires hospitals to provide public pricing information on 140 medical procedures and services. The new law also prevents hospitals, in certain situations, from putting liens on […]
Breast thermograms to be offered Tuesday, Sept. 10
Press release From Asheville Integrative Medicine: Cindy Sullivan, CCT, Certified Thermographer nurse, will be offering screening breast thermograms at: Asheville Integrative Medicine 832 Hendersonville Rd Asheville NC 28803 Tel: 828-252-5545 On Tuesday, Sept 10, 2013, she will be performing screening breast thermograms. Appointments are available from 9-2 pm. Thermography is a noninvasive, inexpensive test that […]
Grove Arcade gets first roof restoration in over 80 years
Press release from the Grove Arcade: A new roof at the Grove Arcade is an atypical roofing project. After lengthy discussions and mindful planning, the long-anticipated project has commenced and will continue for an estimated 18 months. During restoration the Grove Arcade merchants will operate “business as usual.” This is the first roof restoration to […]
Local aviation artist to display artwork in National Museum of Commercial Aviation
Press release from Marc Y. Chenevert: In an effort to preserve his lifetime artistic works, Marc Young Chenevert will be releasing his portfolio of aviation artworks to the National Museum of Commercial Aviation located in Atlanta Georgia. The Museum’s Chief Curator and Executive Director, Mr. Grant Wainscott, says he is delighted with Marc’s generous gift. […]
McDowell News: Mother of daughter who died in a McDowell County Jail files suit
From McDowell News: A Yancey County woman who has rejected a settlement offer says she was not looking for revenge for her daughter’s death when she filed a wrongful death suit against McDowell County Sheriff Dudley Greene. Attorneys for Wanda Higgins Cooper filed the suit against Greene in August 2012, after her daughter died while […]
TDB: Air conditioning part theft on the rise in Tryon
From Tryon Daily Bulletin: The Tryon Police Department is asking the public to watch for suspicious activity near closed businesses and vacant homes after larcenies of air conditioning parts around New Market Road.
HDR: Third person pleads guilty for embezzlement in Foothills Regional Airport case
From Hickory Daily Record: Former Foothills Regional Airport Board Chairman and member Randy Hullette pleaded guilty to embezzlement and witness tampering Wednesday.
The Mountaineer: Haywood County candle light vigil for education to be held Monday
From The Mountaineer: N.C. Senate Minority Leader Martin Nesbitt will be the featured speaker at the “Stand Up For Education” rally and candlelight vigil to be held on the Haywood County courthouse lawn from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 26.
Times-News: School Board member not stepping down after charged in Howard’s Rock vandalism
From Times-News: Transylvania County School Board member Michael Rogers announced at Monday’s board meeting that he has no intention of stepping down after being charged with felony counts of obstructing justice and conspiracy.
Boone man arrested for giving unwanted back rubs
From The Associated Press via WRAL: Police say a woman has reported that a man broke into her apartment Aug. 15 and tried to give her a back rub while she was in bed.
NC Tourism ad campaign wins national award
From VisitNC.com press release: North Carolina Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development Wins Mercury Award for Print Advertising RALEIGH, N.C. (Aug. 21, 2013) — The North Carolina Division of Tourism, Film and Sports Development has won a 2013 Mercury Award from the U.S. Travel Association’s National Council of State Tourism Directors for its print […]
APD arrests two for July shooting in Malvern Hills, seeking third suspect
From the Asheville Police Department: Asheville – The Asheville Police Department have arrested two individuals in connection with a July 1st shooting and robbery that occurred in Malvern Hills Park. Keenan Gerard Whittenburg, 21, and Dyshanna Shantel Boseman,18, both of Asheville were charged with armed robbery. A third suspect is believed to be involved as […]