The Screen Artists Co-op (2002 Riverside Drive, Suite 42-P, Asheville), holds a two-day open house for those interested in acting in film and television. Events take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 17 and 18. From a press release: The Screen Artists Co-op presents two days that will change the lives of those desiring a […]
News Bulletins
College Fair set for Sept. 12 at UNC Asheville
Here’s the press release from UNC Asheville: Prospective college students will have the opportunity to investigate and learn about more than 90 universities and colleges at the Western North Carolina CACRAO College Fair from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12, at UNC Asheville’s Kimmel Arena. Previously held at the Asheville Mall, this is the first […]
WLOS: Police continue search for escaped inmate
Inmate John R. Fullwood has escaped from contract labor at the North Carolina Arboretum, according to WLOS. Anyone with information should call local authorities or the Buncombe Correctional Center at 645-7630.
RiverMusic series coming to a close for the year
Press release from RiverLink: RiverLink’s RiverMusic — a series of free live music performances beside the French Broad River and Asheville’s premier multi-modal event — continues on September 13 at 5 p.m. at the RiverLink Sculpture and Performance Plaza (map) in the River Arts District. On the bill for Friday, September 13, are Alan Evans […]
The Mountaineer: Police find homemade bomb in man’s vehicle
From The Mountaineer: A routine welfare check on a man who was stranded on the road without gas took a serious turn when Waynesville police found a homemade bomb in the vehicle.
HDR: Largest Catawba County indoor marijuana grow operation of 2013 busted
From Hickory Daily Record: Investigators seized about two pounds of marijuana and 33 marijuana plants from a Newton residence and outbuilding in what Catawba County Sheriff Coy Reid said is the largest indoor marijuana grow operation discovered this year.
WCU to hold MBA information sessions
WCU to hold MBA information sessions in Cherokee and Cullowhee CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University’s master’s degree program in business administration will host information sessions in Cherokee and Cullowhee for prospective students for the MBA program cohort starting in Cherokee in January. The session in Cherokee will be held in the hotel ballroom at Harrah’s […]
Sen Kay Hagan tours Thermo Fisher in Asheville
From the senator’s office: Hagan Discussed the Importance of NIH Funding for the NC Economy and for Public Health Asheville, NC – U.S. Senator Kay Hagan today toured Thermo Fisher Scientific’s Asheville facility. Thermo Fisher employs 750 people at the Asheville site where they manufacture lab products such as ultra-low temperature freezers. After the tour, […]
NC Young Democrats endorse $11.35 minimum wage
From the Young Democrats of North Carolina: RALEIGH, NC – On their statewide “Bootstraps Tour,” on Saturday, September 7 2013, the Young Democrats of North Carolina will call to increase the minimum wage to $11.35 an hour. The tour will highlight this and other solutions to fight poverty and create jobs in North Carolina, including […]
WCU business college supporter receives honorary Beta Gamma Sigma membership
Here’s the press release from Western Carolina University: CULLOWHEE – The Western Carolina University College of Business recently bestowed honorary membership into the WCU chapter of the Beta Gamma Sigma international honor society upon David A. Woodcock Jr., a successful entrepreneur whose business dealings include helping develop NFL Properties and building Formula 409 spray cleaner […]
Bender Gallery opens new exhibition, “Through the Future, Brightly”
Bender Gallery (12 S. Lexington Ave., Asheville) announces new exhibition, “Through the Future, Brightly,” a collection of works by Korean-born glass sculptor Eunsuh Choi and New England artist Adam Waimon. The show runs through Dec. 31 with an opening reception on Friday, Oct. 4 from 5-8 p.m. From a press release: The exhibition examines how […]
Sherlock Holmes myster-thriller opens at Parkway Playhouse on Sept. 21
“Sherlock Holmes Returns or the Case of the Bloody Heart ,” starring Rob Storrs, runs at Parkway Playhouse in Burnsville, N.C. from Saturday, Sept. 21 through Saturday, Oct. 5. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Regular ticket prices range from $12-$20 and can be purchased by calling 828-682-4285 or online at […]
United Way fundraising campaign kicks off today
From the United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County: ASHEVILLE – United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County will kick off its 2013 giving campaign Friday, an annual effort that results in millions of dollars being invested in improving Education, Income and Health in Asheville and Buncombe County. The media is invited to come out […]
City of Asheville announces new system for parking tickets
From the city of Asheville: ASHEVILLE – Beginning September 10, 2013, the Asheville Parking Services Division will transition to an upgraded parking citation management system. The adoption of the technology will increase accessibility when paying or appealing parking tickets and enhance efficiency on the part of parking enforcement officers. Parking enforcement officers will be equipped […]
Road closure Hazel Mill Road
From the city of Asheville: The City of Asheville has scheduled the following road closure for water valve and hydrant replacements, general system maintenance, or connection of a new water line by a contractor into the city’s water system. September 6, 2013 On Hazel Mill Road from Annie Street to Westwood Place Road will be […]
Biltmore Lake resident’s op-ed shows up in the NYTimes
By Kyle Sherard North Carolina is no stranger to the New York Times’ editorial and op-ed pages — particularly in the last 2 years. The paper has written editorials that tackled issues ranging from the impact of campaign finance laws on state-level elections to the recent political and financial reforms emanating from Raleigh. But on […]
Moscow Ballet holds Asheville auditions on September 29
Student dancers ages 7-16 are invited to open auditions on Sunday, Sept. 29 at 2 p.m. Sixty dancers will be selected to perform as party children, mice, snowflakes, angels, and other roles in the “Great Russian Nutcracker,” performed on Dec. 11 at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium. Auditions take place at Center Stage Dance Studio, 38-L […]
City, local nonprofits hold Sept. 11-12 event to help homeless
From the city of Asheville: ASHEVILLE – The annual Project Connect and VA Stand Down events for the homeless will take place on September 11-12, 2013, at two locations in Asheville. Project Connect and the VA Stand Down bring the full community together to address the root causes of homelessness by providing tools and support […]
Public invited to answer survey in advance of Downtown Candidate Forum
The Asheville Downtown Association will host a City Council and Mayoral Candidate Forum on Monday, October 14 from 5:30-7:30pm in The Century Room at Pack’s Tavern. The forum will be moderated by WCQS News Director, David Hurand. Candidates will be asked a series of questions regarding issues in Downtown Asheville. The Asheville Downtown Association’s Issues […]
Asheville Cardiology Associates welcomes new nurse practitioner
Press release From Mission Health: ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Sept. 5, 2013) – Asheville Cardiology Associates, PA, an affiliate of Mission Health, introduces Erin Smyrski, RN, MSN, as the newest nurse practitioner to the practice. Smyrski has extensive training and experience in nursing and is a member of the Emergency Nurses Association (ENA) and the American Association […]
Marty Stuart and Amber Hayes perform at the Asheville Fire Fighter Association benefit concert
Five time Grammy-winning Grand Ole Opry star Marty Stuart performs at the US Cellular Arena on Saturday, Sept. 7 in a concert to benefit the Asheville Fire Fighter Association. Doors at 7 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Tickets are $26 + fees and can be purchased on Ticketmaster.com or directly through the Fire Fighters Association […]