From McDowell News: McDowell County Finance Officer Allison Morgan filed a report with the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office on June 10 alleging an embezzlement at the Ashford-North Cove Volunteer Fire Department. The McDowell News only learned of the report on Friday.
News Bulletins
WLOS: Local brewery impacted by shutdown
According to WLOS, Twin Leaf Brewery’s opening is on hold after being impacted by the government shutdown.
The Mountaineer: Tuscola student to play in Army band
The Mountaineer reports that a Tuscola student has been selected to play in the U.S. Army Marching Band for the 2014 All-American Bowl.
The Sylva Herald: Jackson Co. child dies, abuse suspected
From The Sylva Herald: A 4-year old from Whittier has died after being injured, allegedly through child abuse.
Black Mountain News: Around 30 arrested in Henderson County meth bust
From Black Mountain News: Henderson County authorities say they have charged nearly 30 people in a “large scale methamphetamine distribution and conspiracy investigation.”
Airport board announces new member
From the Asheville Regional Airport Authority: The Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority (GARAA) is pleased to announce the addition of a new board member, Carol Peterson. Peterson was appointed by the Buncombe County Commission to fill a vacant seat on the board, and attended her first board meeting on October 11, 2013. Peterson received her […]
Wesley Hartley & the Traveling Trees at Jack of the Wood on Oct. 22
“Wesley Allen Hartley is a Texas native, living in Portland, Maine,” says the bio for the musician who, with his band (Leslie Deane, Hamilton Mckay Belk, Peter McLaughlin, Derek Reynolds, Jonathan Donnell and Gregg Hoover) is currently on a seven-week national tour. Wesley Hartley & the Traveling Trees makes a stop at Jack of the […]
Patton Avenue sidewalk project in downtown begins Oct. 14
From the city of Asheville: ASHEVILLE – The City of Asheville Public Works Department will begin replacing the sidewalk on the south side of Patton Avenue between Biltmore and Lexington Avenues in downtown Asheville on Monday, October 14. Due to the growth of tree roots and wear on the sidewalks, the project has been identified […]
Broadway in Black Mountain: AmiciMusic at the White Horse on Oct. 19
AmiciMusic performs “Broadway Baby” (which includes music from classic Broadway shows) at White Horse Black Mountain on Saturday, Oct. 19 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15, $5 for students and children. From a press release: The featured artists are soprano Amanda Horton, an Asheville native who has thrilled audiences in many featured roles with the […]
Hendersonville Dog Park opening
From the town of Hendersonville: Pets’ Own Place Dog Park located on 7th Avenue E. was completed in July 2013. Pets’ Own Place is located on the former Terminix Pest Control Property at 1019 7th Avenue E. Due to their facilities being damaged numerous times by flood waters, Terminix donated the property to the City […]
Park Ridge Health announces health events for Oct. 14-20
Press release From Park Ridge Health: Special Events Dealing with Diabetes Friday, October 18 12 – 1 p.m. Duke Room at Park Ridge Health Presented by Michelle DeGeeter, PharmD, and Shawn Riser Taylor, PharmD. The community is invited to learn about diabetes prevention, complications and treatment at this free lunch and learn. Come at 11:30 […]
Poet Michael McFee to present reading of his works
Press release From UNC Asheville News Services: Poet, editor and professor Michael McFee will present a reading of his works at 7 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 4 in UNC Asheville’s Karpen Hall, Laurel Forum. McFee’s reading will be preceded by a short reading by his former student, Evan Gurney, assistant professor of literature at UNC […]
Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority appoints Carol Peterson to board
Press release From the Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority The Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority (GARAA) is pleased to announce the addition of a new board member, Carol Peterson. Peterson was appointed by the Buncombe County Commission to fill a vacant seat on the board, and attended her first board meeting on October 11, 2013. […]
Black Mountain News: Authorities arrest 11 in nightclub drug bust
From Black Mountain News: Authorities say they arrested 11 people following a yearlong investigation into illegal drug sales at Xcapades nightclub in West Asheville.
Times-News: Hendersonville fountain, renovations dedicated
From Times-News: A crowd gathered around the Mountain Memory fountain in the First Citizens Bank plaza at 4 p.m. Friday to dedicate a piece of public art that has been a conversation starter since its inception.
Fox Carolina: Michael Jordan pulled over in Rutherford County
According to Fox Carolina, Michael Jordan was pulled over by in Rutherford County for a window tiny violation.
TDB: Tryon school reunion held this weekend
From Tryon Daily Bulletin: Ninety years of Tryon school history converges on the town this weekend for the second combined Tryon schools reunion, bringing students from 90-years-old to 9-years-old together to cherish old memories and create new ones.
WLOS: St. Genevieve Grotto moved to Carolina Day School
From WLOS: A 100 year-old rock structure in Asheville has found a new home.
Zach Deputy to perform two nights at The Orange Peel in November
Jam artist Zach Deputy is set to perform a two-night stand at The Orange Peel on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 8 and 9. 10 p.m. $15 early bird special / $20 advance / $25 day of show. From a press release: “Performing as the voice of Ray Chares, Zach Deputy will pair up with the […]
Local lamb farm to fork dinner
From Modesto Trattorio: Come enjoy a truly magical outdoor “farm to fork” dinner at our very own farm, Salsa’s Farm 44, brought to you by Modesto. Featuring a South American Lamb themed dinner to include six courses and wine pairings from Juice Purveyors. Dinner will start with a traditional Pisco Sour, followed by: · Lamb […]
AC-T: Weaverville men charged with ginseng theft
The Asheville Citizen-Times reports: Police arrested two Weaverville men on felony charges of stealing ginseng from the Asheville watershed.