Press release Course registration for community classes at Brevard College extended to Jan. 24 There is still time to register for upcoming Brevard College non-credited community education classes, which include health, recreation, self-improvement, skill-building and lifelong learning. Course registration has been extended through Friday, January 24. Community members who register for Spring 2014 classes by […]
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Asheville Jazz Orchestra at the White Horse, Jan. 11
Press release Asheville Jazz Orchestra at the White Horse, Jan. 11 It’s time to heat up the dance floor to the sound of WNC’s finest big band music when the Asheville Jazz Orchestra makes its first 2014 appearance at the White Horse Black Mountain on Saturday, January 11 at 8:00 pm. The Asheville Jazz Orchestra […]
Reclaiming Sacred Ground film series begins Jan. 29
Press release Reclaiming Sacred Ground film series begins Jan. 29 Led by UNC Asheville professors Trey Adcock, Reid Chapman and Sarah Judson, Reclaiming Sacred Ground: Native American Self-Representation in Film is a 4-part film and discussion series at the West Asheville Library beginning in January. The series will start with Smoke Signals, the first feature […]
Asheville Citizen-Times: Bitter cold, snow headed to Asheville area
From the Asheville Citizen-Times: An arctic blast will bring some of the coldest air in years to the mountains, along with snow. Asheville could get a dusting of snow tonight and Monday morning, while Tennessee border counties likely will receive up to 5 inches of snow on the highest ridgetops, according to the National Weather […]
Local poetry readings and wine tasting at Malaprop’s Bookstore today
Poetrio: Deborah Bernhardt, Lisa Ezzard and Darren Jackson Event description from Malaprop’s Bookstore and Cafe: Start: 1/05/2014 3:00 pm Join us for readings and signings by poets Deborah Bernhardt (Driftology) and Lisa Ezzard (Vintage), and poet and translator Darren Jackson. Stay with us for a wine tasting generously offered by Lisa Ezzard, a sixth-generation grower […]
Asheville Greenworks sponsors free public recycling collection
Hard 2 Recycle event Jan. 11 From Asheville Greenworks: Saturday January 11th will be the first Hard 2 Recycle collection of 2014. Hard 2 Recycle events are free, public collections geared to bring awareness to other modes of recycling to our area. Join us in West Asheville as we collect items that would normally end […]
Organic Growers’ School announces spring conference
From the Organic Growers School: The Organic Growers School, Saturday & Sunday, March 8 & 9, 2014 at the University of North Carolina-Asheville in Asheville, NC. A weekend of workshops for beginning gardeners to advanced commercial growers plus a trade show and seed exchange, silent auction, Children’s Program, and Friday March 7th on-farm session. Cost: […]
DHHS: Medicaid cards mailed to incorrect people
From the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services: Raleigh, N.C. – Today, the Department of Health and Human Services’ Acting Medicaid Director Sandra Terrell released the following statement: Effective January 1, due to new eligibility rules, 70,253 children were switched from NC Health Choice to Medicaid. As a result, the N.C. Department of […]
Pisgah Brewing will start selling Pisgah Pale Ale in cans Jan. 10
Full announcement from Pisgah Brewing: Pisgah Brewing Company of Black Mountain, NC has long been known for its flagship beer, Pisgah Pale Ale. One of the most popular pint choices in the Asheville, NC region and voted #1 Local Ale (any style) recently by the readers of Mountain Xpress, Pisgah now plans to sell Pisgah […]
Symposium: “Is The Church A Blessing or A Burden?” on Jan. 18
Press release Symposium: “Is The Church A Blessing or A Burden?” on Jan. 18 Is Church A Blessing Or A Burden? Brevard’s Sacred Heart Catholic Church is sponsoring a symposium, open to all, to explore why so many people no longer feel the need or desire for formal religious ties and see the institutional church […]
Nona Mia Italian Kitchen: The return of artisan sandwiches
Press release from Nona Mia Italian Kitchen West Asheville – January 3, 2014 – The amazing artisan sandwiches that all of Asheville loved are making a comeback at Nona Mia Italian Kitchen, located at 1050 Haywood in the vibrant West Asheville corridor. A new lunch menu will feature an array of sandwiches, from new twists […]
The White Horse Celebrates Five Years in Black Mountain on Jan. 10
Press release The White Horse Celebrates Five Years in Black Mountain on Jan. 10 In its five years of operation at the heart of Black Mountain the White Horse has made a lot of friends who appreciate its listening room ambiance, eclectic mix of local, regional and national talent, and its commitment to the community. […]
HART announces 2014 season auditions
Press release HART announces 2014 season auditions ANNOUNCING HART’s 2014 Season AUDITIONS Sunday and Monday, Feb. 2 & 3 Professional Actors at 6:00 – Community Theater Actors at 7:00 HART’s 2014 SEASON AUDITIONS and General Call for TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD This year HART is trying something new. The theater is giving actors a chance […]
WCU: Business leaders to share perspectives as part of MBA program
From Western Carolina University: Ten leaders from across Western North Carolina and beyond will share their personal perspectives on leadership with students in a Western Carolina University master’s degree program course in business administration this spring.
Party and artist talk for “A Girl and a Gun” exhibit on Jan. 16
Press release Party and artist talk for “A Girl and a Gun” exhibit THU, Jan 16, 6 PM, Asheville Area Arts Council, Pink Dog Creative, 346 Depot St Asheville NC 28801 (828) 258-0710 We will be serious and intellectual and listen to the artists talk, then Colby will DJ, we’ll break out the booze, dance […]
Birds Implement Multiple Techniques to Survive Winter
From Press Release From food consumption to feather adjustments and shivering, birds use a variety of techniques to stay warm during winter. Food is the most essential element, providing birds with the energy, stamina and nutrition they need. To stay warm, birds will expend energy very quickly, some losing up to 10% of their body […]
The Mountaineer: After 60 years of service, Canton town attorney retires
From The Mountaineer: For nearly 60 years, Walter Clark has offered his sage advice as the Town of Canton’s top legal advisor and holds the distinction as the longest running town attorney in the state. At 90 years old, though, Clark has decided it’s time to retire.
TDB: Wolverine Radio comes to an end
From Tryon Daily Bulletin: WJFJ radio in Polk County has gone quiet, but owner John Owen hopes a buyer will emerge soon to keep the tradition alive.
Black Mountain News: Chimney Rock Park to close after cracks appear
From Black Mountain News: Torrential rains in early May caused the road failure, about a quarter mile from the entrance, said Matt Popowski, public relations manager for Chimney Rock Management.
AC-T: Three rescued after night in cold and snow
The Asheville Citizen-Times reported Saturday three men were rescued Friday morning after surviving a night of extreme cold and snow on the Appalachian Trail near Fontana Dam. The North Carolina Helicopter and Aquatic Rescue Team airlifted the men out of the park. The three were taken to Mission Hospital, where two of them were treated […]
The Way I Work: Ken Grossman, Sierra Nevada
Here’s an excerpt from the Inc. article, click the link at the bottom to read Grossman’s essay: Ken Grossman, 58, started out as many brewers do: making beer at home. He liked the taste of hoppy, aromatic handcrafted beer and thought others might, too. In 1980, he jury-rigged his first real brewery using recycled dairy […]