Here’s the press release from RiverLink: Join RiverLink and developer Jay Fiano to view and review plans for a new proposed housing project on Amboy Road directly across from the Wilma Dykeman RiverWay greenway. The community and neighborhood meeting is scheduled for Tuesday December 10, starting at 6 PM at RiverLink’s Warehouse Studios, 170 Lyman […]
News Bulletins
The Sylva Herald: Jackson Co. residents appointed to school safety task force by McCrory
From The Sylva Herald: Two Jackson County residents have been included in a 20-member statewide task force that will make recommendations on school safety.
The Mountaineer: Waynesville woman collecting food, items for needy
From The Mountaineer: Pam Wilson of Waynesville was just trying to unclutter her closets at home and now she is up to her elbows in food, clothing and other donated items that will help her feed hungry Haywood families.
McDowell News: Table Rock fire continues to spread
From McDowell News: The Table Rock wildfire advanced south today, moving across containment lines at Chimney Gap.
WLOS: Henderson Co. group hosting Sleep Out
From WLOS: Members of the Only Hope WNC are camped out in front of the historic courthouse in Downtown Hendersonville to help homeless children as part of the 2nd annual Sleepout.
TDB: Elementary school students set world paddle ball record
From Tryon Daily Bulletin: O.P. Earle Elementary School officially joined the elite ranks of Guinness World Record Holders in a ceremony on Nov. 14 at the school gymnasium.
Black Mountain News: Elk nuzzles photographer
From Black Mountain News: Wildlife officials say he didn’t approach the elk, the elk approached him.
N.C. air-quality officials continue warnings for north counties near Table Rock
Press release Air Quality officials continue health notice for Western North Carolina RALEIGH – Air quality officials continued an advisory today for air pollution in parts of western North Carolina as smoke from a Burke County wildfire drifts downwind. Residents in Avery, Burke, Caldwell, McDowell and Watauga counties could experience unhealthy air quality, depending on […]
U.S. Forest Service warns of possible “super fog” near Table Rock fire
Press release from the U.S. Forest Service Table Rock Wildfire Contributing to Potential Super Fog BURKE COUNTY, NC – U.S. Forest Service officials are predicting the potential for a super fog event tonight for the area south and east of the Table Rock fire, in Burke County. A super fog occurs as a result of […]
Park Ridge Health announces events for Nov. 18 – Nov. 24
Press release From Park Ridge Health: Event Summary for 11/18/13 – 11/24/13 Please call 855-PRH-LIFE to register for any Park Ridge Health events. Free Events Open House: Dr. Amal Das Tuesday, November 19 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. 2315 Asheville Highway, Suite 20, Hendersonville The public is invited to join Southeastern Sports Medicine and Park Ridge […]
Forest service alert: Changing weather aids in Table Rock wildfire suppression
Changing weather aids in Table Rock wildfire suppression From National Forests in North Carolina: Nov. 15, 2013 11 a.m. update BURKE COUNTY, N.C. — Fire fighters are making progress on suppressing the Table Rock wildfire in the Linville Gorge on the Grandfather Ranger District, Pisgah National Forest. A change in weather conditions today should bring […]
Asheville City Schools Foundation embraces volunteerism
Here’s the press release from the Asheville City Schools Foundation: COMPASSIONATE VOLUNTEERS EMBRACE CULTURE OF PHILANTHROPY IN ASHEVILLE (Asheville, NC) What is the difference between charity and philanthropy? Noted educator and activist Yusef Mgeni defines charity as “an act of mercy or compassion, a spontaneous response to the less fortunate” and philanthropy as “a conscious […]
Meadows: ‘A one-year delay does not make good on the President’s promise’
Here’s the press release from the office of Mark Meadows: Washington, D.C. – Representative Mark Meadows (NC-11) released the following statement in response to President Obama’s declaration that he would allow insurers to continue offering policies previously cancelled under the Affordable Care Act through 2014. “To the more than 473,000 hardworking North Carolinians receiving insurance […]
Erwin High School Family Night Nov. 21
Here’s the press release from Buncombe County schools: Erwin High School will host a free entertaining and informational Family Night on Thursday evening, November 21 in the school’s cafeteria from 5:15 – 7:00 pm. Parents are encouraged to bring a “potluck” dish to share, with the school providing drinks, pizza, a scavenger hunt and fun! […]
Air Quality forecast: MODERATE for Friday, Nov. 15
Friday, Nov. 15 is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for the valleys of Buncombe County. This means that unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion. For the ridge tops, it is a code GREEN air quality forecast day. This means there are no health impacts expected when air quality is in […]
Charlotte Observer: Table Rock Mountain fire 40 percent contained
From Charlotte Observer: A wildfire in Pisgah National Forest in Burke County grew to 1,800 acres Thursday even as firefighters made progress in fighting the blaze, authorities said. The fire is about 40 percent contained, although authorities are hopeful that rain in the area Sunday and Monday will provide additional help.
WLOS: Hendersonville main water line breaks
From WLOS: A water line breaks in Hendersonville and leaves hundreds without water.
HDR: Hickory Landmarks Society book launch set for Nov. 17
From Hickory Daily Record: The Hickory Landmarks Society will launch its newest publication, “Nora and the Maple Grove Dairy,” with an open house event at Maple Grove, 542 Second St., NE, on Sunday, Nov. 17, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m.
The Sylva Herald: Sylva grocery stores to participate in ‘Feed the Need’ program
From The Sylva Herald: Two Sylva grocery stores – Harold’s Supermarket and Food Lion – will partner with the Community Table the Saturday before Thanksgiving (Nov. 23) for “Feed the Need.”
The Mountaineer: MedWest-Haywood to begin testing blood alcohol contents for DWI cases
From The Mountaineer: MedWest-Haywood is poised to be one of the first hospitals in the state to test the blood alcohol content of driving while impaired suspects thanks to a law that went into effect in July.
Black Mountain News: Movie ticket prices to increase in Jan.
From Black Mountain News: The new 7 percent tax means a ticket that was $30 would increase to $32. Some box offices will sell tickets at a base price plus tax and other plan to wrap the cost into the total ticket price, said John Ellis, managing director of the Diana Wortham Theatre in Asheville.