Press release Writers’ Workshop 25th annual poetry contest The Writers’ Workshop of Asheville is sponsoring its 25th Annual Poetry Contest, open to any writer regardless of residence. 25th Annual Poetry Contest Deadline: Postmarked by Feb. 28, 2014. Awards: 1st Place: Your choice of a 3 night stay at The Mountain Muse B&B in Asheville; or […]
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Medicaid Cards Incorrectly Mailed to Recipients
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 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 Health and Human Services issued new Medicaid […]
Organic Growers School Takes Place March 8 & 9 at UNCA
Press Release 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: $45 for Saturday, […]
Hi-Wire Brewing releases Contortionist Black IPA Seasonal on Jan. 6
Press release Hi-Wire Brewing releases Contortionist Black IPA Seasonal on Jan. 6 Check out Hi-Wire Brewing’s latest seasonal release! The Contortionist Black IPA will be released at Hi-Wire’s tasting room when it opens on Monday, January 6th at 4pm. The Contortionist is a dark, hoppy beer. As you experience the earthy and floral hops that […]
Pisgah Brewing releases Pisgah Pale Ale in cans
Press release Pisgah Brewing releases Pisgah Pale Ale in cans 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 […]
Marshall Firefighter gets $1 million lottery prize
Press Release From North Carolina Education Lottery Harland Adams of Marshall is starting 2014 with a $1 million win in the N.C. Education Lottery. Adams, who travels from his small mountain town to fight forest fires across the U.S., scratched his way to the top prize of the Holiday Gold game on Christmas Eve at […]
Jewelry boutique Mora announces new ownership
Press release Jewelry boutique Mora announces new ownership Marthe Le Van and Joanna Gollberg, founders of the contemporary jewelry boutique Mora, are pleased to announce the transition of their award-winning retail store from an equal partnership to sole ownership by Marthe Le Van beginning January 1, 2014. Joanna Gollberg’s distinctive jewelry will continue to be […]
PAC offers New Artists series, beginning Feb. 1
Press release PAC offers New Artists series, beginning Feb. 1 PAC is offering a wintertime series beginning Saturday, February 1, with Asheville based Red June. With a dynamic yet refined sound featuring striking three-part harmonies, electrifying instrumental work, and honest, soulful songwriting, Red June has been capturing the hearts of audiences all across the country. […]
Chuck Brodsky at Mountain Spirit Coffee House, Jan. 5
Press release Chuck Brodsky at Mountain Spirit Coffee House, Jan. 5 The Mountain Spirit Coffeehouse welcomes back an Asheville favorite, Chuck Brodsky, on January 5 at 7PM. Chuck has never failed to delight the crowd at Mountain Spirit. Chuck Brodsky is a storyteller, a songwriter, a troubadour, a modern day bard. His acoustic guitar and […]
Southern rocker/outlaw country artist Andy Buckner at White Horse, Jan. 4
Press release Southern rocker/outlaw country artist Andy Buckner at White Horse, Jan. 4 If an artist is described as playing Southern music it’s fair to ask what kind. Southern Rock? Outlaw County? Rock and Roll, Blues, Bluegrass? In the case of Andy Buckner, the answer is “all of the above” in one talented musical package. […]
Mission Health asks patients to limit visits to the hospital to decrease spread of influenza
Press Release From Mission Health: ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Jan. 2, 2012) – Due to an increase in influenza (flu) activity throughout North Carolina, Mission Health is asking that family and friends limit their visitations to patients in the hospital. In particular, Mission Health is asking children under age 12 and people who do not feel well, […]
TC Arts Council announces 2014 calls for artists
Press release TC Arts Council announces 2014 calls for artists TC Arts Council Places a Call for Artists for 2014 Exhibits & Fundraisers The Transylvania Community Arts Council in Brevard, NC has announced its exhibits for the 2014 season and has placed an open call for artists to enter. Tammy Hopkins, executive director at the […]
Blossman Services begins construction on National Autogas Research and Technology Center
Press Release From Blossman Services: Blossman Services, Inc. (BSI), a subsidiary of The Blossman Companies, has begun construction on its new Autogas Research and Technology Center located in Asheville, NC. Once completed the world-class center will focus on the testing and development of propane autogas systems and will also provide vehicle technician training. BSI is […]
WNCA offers discussion course for exploration of sustainability
Press Release From the Western North Carolina Alliance ASHEVILLE – The Western North Carolina Alliance is offering a seven-session book discussion course that will give participants an opportunity to explore the meaning of sustainability and to learn about its applications from individual, societal and global perspectives. The word “sustainability” is used so freely that it […]
Asheville native Hunter Frederick contributes to new nonprofit crisis communication book
Press release Asheville native Hunter Frederick contributes to new nonprofit crisis communication book Asheville native Hunter Frederick, founder and CEO of Frederick & Associates LLC has been named as an expert contributor for a new book on non-profit crisis communication. The how-to manual is being written specifically for the non-profit community to address the unique […]
Marc Bamuthi Joseph speaks at UNC Asheville Jan. 23
Martin Luther King Jr. Week Keynote: Marc Bamuthi Joseph From UNC Asheville Event Description His talents and insights have been on display on HBO, public radio and Broadway. He also created Youth Speaks, where he mentored 13- to 19-year-old writers, and he co-founded Life is Living, a series of festivals designed to activate underresourced parks […]
NC Stage announces fee free pricing
Press release NC Stage announces fee free pricing North Carolina Stage Company is excited to announce a wider array of pricing options, no matter when you want to come. And to make things even easier, we’ve done away with service fees. NC Stage is committed to making theatre accessible for everyone, and proud to be […]
Community Foundation of Henderson County releases annual report
Here’s the press release from Community Foundation of Henderson County: Growth in local charitable dollars and stories about home-based philanthropy featured in CFHC’s 2013 annual report Hendersonville, N.C., Dec. 30, 2013: Community Foundation of Henderson County received more than $3.6 million in contributions, had more than $77.6 million in assets and awarded more than $2.49 […]
Left loop of Tsali Trail system Closed
Here’s the press release from the U.S. Forest Service: ROBBINSVILLE, N.C. – The Left Loop of the Tsali Trail system is currently closed due to a slide along the trail. The other 3 loops in the trail system remain open. The Forest Service will work to evaluate and repair damage to the trail and issue […]
“Heat For Hunger” program raises funds for MANNA FoodBank
Press Release Blossman Gas, Alliance AutoGas, Blossman Services, Inc. Between November 20 and December 20 partial proceeds from each gallon of propane sold from the Asheville, NC branch office of Blossman Gas, Appliance & Service benefitted MANNA Foodbank. MANNA collects, stores, warehouses and distributes food to MANNA accredited non-profits throughout 16 counties in Western North […]
Sugar Mountain presents 19th annual National Winter Trails Day
Try snowshoeing at Sugar Mountain Resort for free. Discover the fun and fitness of snow sports by participating in the 19th Annual National Winter Trails Day Saturday, January 11, 2014 at Sugar Mountain Resort. Children and adults new to snow sports can try snowshoeing for FREE at Sugar Mountain on Saturday, January 11th. Guided snowshoe […]