Here’s the press release from Odyssey Community School: Odyssey Community School Board of Trustees announced its intent to sell its 90 Zillicoa Street property to the UNC Asheville Foundation. As part of the agreement, Odyssey Community School will lease the property from the foundation through June 2014, so it can complete the school year in […]
News Bulletins
Annual Kenilworth celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Here’s the press release from Kenilworth Church: Monday, January 20 in the Fellowship Hall of Kenilworth Presbyterian Church 123 Kenilworth Rd. 28803. Potluck from 5:30-6:30pm and the program from 6:30 until 7:30pm. The program for the evening is the past, present and future of slave history in Buncombe County. Drew Reisinger, Buncombe Co. Register of […]
The Mountaineer: Polar Plunge set for Feb. 1
From The Mountaineer: Haywood Waterways will be hosting the second annual Polar Plunge Benefit for Kids in the Creek and youth education from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 1, at the Lake Junaluska Assembly beach (next to the pool).
WLOS: Wildlife officials looking for elk in Maggie Valley
From WLOS: Wildlife experts are looking for an elk that has a baby car seat or swing stuck on its antlers. Residents spotted it Tuesday night along Black Camp Gap Road near Maggie Valley in Haywood County.
Owner of Boone motel involved in poison gas deaths facing felony charges
From The Associated Press via WRAL: A North Carolina prosecutor says the president of the company that owns a Boone motel where three guests were killed by poison gas that seeped into their room faces felony charges.
Black Mountain News: Local man files lawsuit against Norfolk Southern
From Black Mountain News: A Norfolk Southern Railway worker claims in a federal lawsuit that the company unfairly retaliated against him for reporting safety defects in trains that he inspected. Charles T. Lee also maintains that he received death threats from co-workers and that a noose was hung on his workplace locker.
Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge announces call for entries for Tiny Art Show
Press release Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge announces call for entries for Tiny Art Show The Pitt County Arts Council at Emerge is accepting entries for their annual Tiny Art Show January 30th – February 1st. This exhibition is open to all artists, all ages, in any media and subject matter. Artwork must be […]
Asheville Chamber of Commerce hosts free presentations on Affordable Care Act
Event description from Asheville Chamber of Commerce: In about 30 minutes, we’ll review the Affordable Care Act in some detail where it affects the working and middle class families of North Carolina. We will review what makes someone eligible for coverage in the Exchange. Also, we’ll take a look at the advance premium tax credit […]
Air Quality forecast: MODERATE for Thursday, Jan. 9
Thursday, Jan. 9 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 […]
The 2014 Doris Betts Fiction Prize is accepting submissions
Press release The 2014 Doris Betts Fiction Prize is accepting submissions The 2014 Doris Betts Fiction Prize is now open for submissions. The Doris Betts Fiction Prize awards the first-place winner $250 and publication in the North Carolina Literary Review. Finalists will also be considered for publication in the NCLR. For over twenty years, East […]
2014 Doris Betts Fiction Prize is now open for submissions
Press release From the North Carolina Writers’ Network: The 2014 Doris Betts Fiction Prize is now open for submissions. The Doris Betts Fiction Prize awards the first-place winner $250 and publication in the North Carolina Literary Review. Finalists will also be considered for publication in the NCLR. For over twenty years, East Carolina University and […]
Brevard College and The College Foundation of NC hosts college financial aid workshop Jan. 14
Press release: Brevard College’s Financial Aid Office and The College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC) will hold a free college financial aid workshop on Tuesday, Jan. 14 at the Porter Center for Performing Arts. The workshop, which will begin at 6 p.m., is free and open to all Transylvania County students and their parents or […]
Black Mountain Recreation and Parks hosts birding outing for beginners Jan. 11
From Black Mountain Recreation and Parks: BEGINNING BIRDING! Next outing is Saturday, January 11 9 – 10 a.m. Lake Tomahawk 401 Laurel Circle Dr. All you need is a pair of binoculars, a sharp pencil, and comfortable walking shoes. Local Birder, James Poling, will lead this monthly outing. Beginners will receive a list of birds […]
Ghost Owl plays Asheville Music Hall on Jan. 18
Press release Ghost Owl plays Asheville Music Hall on Jan. 18 Perpetual Groove’s new side project, Ghost Owl, appearing live at the Asheville Music Hall, on Saturday January 18th with Sky Walkers and GemNeye. Asheville Music Hall 31 Patton Ave Asheville, NC 28801 (415) 385-0925 http://ashevillemusichall.com/ 21+ // $8 Adv, $10 DOS // Doors 9PM, […]
Pontiak announces Asheville show and shares a disorienting video
Press release Pontiak announces Asheville show and shares a disorienting video Virginia based band of brothers Pontiak are gearing up for the release of INNOCENCE, their newest full-length, on January 28th. SPIN premiered a new video for “Lack Lustre Rush,” a song as fuzzy as it is infectious, which was directed by the band themselves […]
Volunteers needed to help people navigate new health insurance marketplace
Here’s the press release from Pisgah Legal Services: Pisgah Legal Services is seeking volunteers who can offer guidance and assist individuals in signing up for new health insurance plans made available by the Affordable Care Act from January through March 31, 2014. Volunteer Navigators will: meet with individuals and families and help them understand differences […]
Carrie Morey presents her traditional Southern cookbook at Malaprop’s Bookstore Jan. 25
Event description from Malaprop’s Bookstore and cafe Start: 01/25/2014 7:00 pm Carrie Morey will present her cookbook Callie’s Biscuits and Southern Traditions: Heirloom Recipes from Our Family Kitchen. Delicious Southern treats will be provided! The signing will follow the book presentation. More info here.
RiverLink’s Friday Salon Series lectures begin Jan. 17
Kick off the new year with RiverLink’s Friday Salon Series featuring Dr. Frank Kalinowski From RiverLink: Earlier this year, we welcomed Dr. Frank Kalinowski to the RiverLink offices for a riveting discussion about the founding fathers and their lasting impact on modern environmental policy. Dr. Kalinowski is a retired and popular professor from Warren Wilson […]
Asheville Art Museum hosts poetry reading and film screening with poet Basil King Jan. 9
From Asheville Art Museum: Event: Film + Lecture: Poetry Reading and Film Screening with painter and poet Basil King Start: January 9, 2014 6:00 pm End: January 9, 2014 8:00 pm Cost: Free and open to the public. Venue: Asheville Art Museum Phone: 828-253-3227 Address: 2 S. Pack Square, Asheville, NC, 28801, United States Basil […]
Supergroup The Ringers, feat. Jimmy Herring, plays The Grey Eagle on Jan. 31
Press release Supergroup The Ringers, feat. Jimmy Herring, plays The Grey Eagle on Jan. 31 The Ringers, a Supergroup of epic proportions, featuring guitar gods Jimmy Herring(of Widespread Panic) and Wayne Krantz, plus a who’s who of session players/sidemen, is coming to The Grey Eagle for what’s sure to be an incredible show! The Grey […]
Waynesville Recreation Center offers dance classes for Texas 2-Step and waltz
Press release From the Waynesville Parks and Recreation Department: The Waynesville Parks and Recreation Department will offer dance classes featuring the Texas 2-Step and the waltz at the Waynesville Recreation Center. The classes will be taught by Herb and Sally Roach. The cost of six classes in a specific dance is $60 per person. Each […]