The Asheville Downtown Association is collecting toys for its Toys for Tots drive during JingleFest on Saturday, November 23. JingleFest is the official after party for the Asheville Holiday Parade, presented by Bonjangles. The parade begins at 11am heading north on Biltmore Avenue from S. Charlotte Street, then west on Patton Avenue ending at French […]
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Show and tell gallery opening by local teaching artists Dec. 5
Here’s the press release from the Asheville City Schools Foundation: WHO: TAPAS (Teaching Artists Presenting in Asheville Schools) WHAT: Show and Tell Gallery Opening WHEN: December 5th, 5:30-8:30pm WHERE: 5 Walnut Wine Bar. A percentage of sales will benefit artist residencies. TAPAS (Teaching Artists Presenting in Asheville Schools) is a creative community program that embodies […]
WCU seeks community members for 1960s panel discussion
Press Release Western Carolina University Western Carolina University will host events including panel discussions this spring on social and cultural issues of the 1960s and is searching for community members to take part. The campuswide interdisciplinary learning theme for the 2013-14 academic year is “1960s: Take It All In,” and events being held throughout the […]
Kick-off for Historic Preservation Master Plan process Nov. 21
Here’s the press release from the city of Asheville: On Thursday November 21 from 5-7 at the Basilica of St Lawrence, the Historic Resources Commission of Asheville & Buncombe County invites you to participate in a public kick-off meeting to develop Asheville and Buncombe County’s new Historic Preservation Master Plan. Come share your ideas, insights, […]
UNC Asheville’s annual Head Start Holiday Party set for Dec. 3
Here’s the press release from UNC Asheville: UNC Asheville will host its annual Head Start Holiday Party from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 3, in the Justice Center. Donated gifts are already wrapped and individually labeled for the 56 children from the Pisgah View Head Start center who will attend. This year’s party will […]
Carolina Public Press: fracking study planned for WNC site *UPDATED*
From Carolina Public Press Nov. 21 update: In a follow up story, Carolina Public Press reports that the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources is giving contradictory accounts on WNC gas exploration, but reveals an area of interest. “DENR public information officer Jamie Kritzer on Wednesday identified the location of the potential study, which […]
Forest Service: continue to contain Table Rock fire, expect “slow progression”
Full announcement from the U.S. Forest Service: BURKE COUNTY, NC – This morning at 6:00 am, the Southern Area Type 2 Team assumed management responsibility for the Table Rock Fire. At morning briefing, Incident Commander Steve Parrish commended the work of the departing North Carolina Type 3 Team and reminded firefighters that we will continue […]
Sustainable Energy group gives Apodaca “legislator of the year” award
From the North Carolina Sustainable Energy Association: RALEIGH, N.C. — The NC Sustainable Energy Association (NCSEA) presented North Carolina State Senator Tom Apodaca (R-Henderson) with a ‘Legislator of the Year’ award for the Senator’s strong defense of clean energy policies that have brought benefit to North Carolina’s businesses, citizens and economy. NCSEA presented the award […]
Special Nov. 25 meeting on $4 million in county business incentives for Plasticard
Full announcement from Buncombe County: The Buncombe County Industrial Facilities & Pollution Control Financing Authority will hold a special meeting on Monday, November 25, 2013 at 12 noon in the Planning Conference Room at 46 Valley Street in downtown Asheville to consider the approval of a Resolution Authorizing Execution of an Agreement with Plasticard-Locktech International, […]
Native Kitchen supports local education with School Nights program
Local restaurant, Native Kitchen and Social Pub in Swannanoa recently donated more than $1,400 to two local schools, Artspace Charter School and The Learning Community. “One of our main goals is to give back to the community,” said Casey Watkins, co-owner of Native Kitchen and Social Pub. “By aiding our local schools, we are going […]
Transgender Day of Remembrance vigil tonight
Announcement from Just Us For All: Asheville, NC, Wed, November 20, 2013 6:30 p.m. Civic Center and march to Vance Monument The Asheville, NC, activist group, Just Us for All, has organized the annual event to focus the community on the continual murders and mistreatment of transgender people. Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR) is a […]
Preservation Plan kick-off Nov. 21 at Basilica
Full announcement from the Preservation Society of Asheville and Buncombe County: On Thursday November 21 from 5-7 at the Basilica of St Lawrence, the Historic Resources Commission of Asheville & Buncombe County invites you to participate in a public kick-off meeting to develop Asheville and Buncombe County’s new Historic Preservation Master Plan. Come share your […]
Brevard College presents Pulitzer Prize-winning play ‘Proof’ Nov. 21-24
Full announcement from Brevard College: The Brevard College Theatre Studies Department will present the Pulitzer Prize-winning play Proof November 21- 24 in the Morrison Playhouse of the College’s Porter Center for Performing Arts David Auburn’s play won the TONY award for Best Play as well as the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 2001. For more […]
City of Asheville appoints new finance director
Earlier this week, the city of Asheville appointed a new financial director to replace former finance chief Lauren Bradley, who departed to take a job with the Van Winkle law firm this Spring. The full announcement is below: ASHEVILLE – The City of Asheville announced today that after a nationwide search, Barbara Whitehorn will serve […]
WCU: The final Battle for the Old Mountain Jug to be held Nov. 23
From the Western Carolina University Office of Public Relations: When the WCU football team travels to Appalachian State for a 3:30 p.m. game this Saturday, Nov. 23, it apparently will mark the end of “The Battle for the Old Mountain Jug.”
HDR: Crews contain Frye Creek fuel spill
From Hickory Daily Record: Environmental and emergency crews worked Tuesday morning to prevent further contamination from fuel oil that leaked into Frye Creek and a nearby tributary. Workers at the Century Furniture warehouse near 21st Street NW and 2nd Avenue NW called authorities about 8:30 a.m. after they found an in-ground fuel oil tank leaking.
The Mountaineer: Toy drive underway in Haywood Co.
From The Mountaineer: The local annual Marine Toys for Tots campaign is kicking off this holiday season in a big way after already collecting thousands of toys to go to needy children this Christmas.
Black Mountain News: Panda pair named National Gingerbread House Competition winning entry
From Black Mountain News: A pair of snacking pandas won $7,500 worth of prizes at a competition Monday night.
WCU student film wins award at Asheville festival
Press Release Western Carolina University The Western Carolina University student-created film “Jerry,” a dark comedy about a homeless man who comes back to haunt the local politician who ran him over, won the jury award for the best student film at the 2013 Asheville Cinema Festival. “Jerry” was a film and television production program senior […]
Blue Ridge Music Trails “Traditions” Concert at White Horse on Nov. 30
Press release Blue Ridge National Heritage Area and North Carolina Arts Council holds a “Traditions” concert with Bryan Sutton, Josh Goforth and Leonard Hollifield, emceed by Laura Boosinger. Saturday, Nov. 30 at White Horse Black Mountain. Hear some great guitar picking from three generations of star performers and learn how they make their music at […]
Appalachian Mountain Photography Competition open through Nov. 22
Press release The 11th Annual Appalachian Mountain Photography Competition is accepting submissions through Friday, Nov. 22 The 11th Annual Appalachian Mountain Photography Competition (AMPC) is currently open for registration and submissions. Visit www.appmtnphotocomp.org prior to the competition’s close at 5pm on Friday, November 22, 2013 for more information and to submit images online. The Appalachian […]