Here’s the press release from Matthew Martin: Judge Martin seeks election to Buncombe County District Court bench Judicial candidate is committed to protecting children, focusing on domestic violence and addressing unique service-related issues of veterans. ASHEVILLE, N.C. (January 29, 2014) – J. Matthew Martin announced today that he is seeking election to the Buncombe County […]
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Local students take home awards from the 2014 Junior Theater Festival
Press release Local students take home awards from the 2014 Junior Theater Festival Students from Asheville Performing Arts Academy in Asheville and MusicWorks Studio of Performing Arts in Clyde won a Freddie G Award for Excellence in Ensemble Work at the 2014 Junior Theater Festival happening January 17, 18 and 19 at the Cobb Galleria […]
Protecting Bob Moog’s Big Briar Cove
From Southern Appalachian Highland’s Conservancy: Musicians around the world know the name Bob Moog and respect his groundbreaking innovations in electronic instruments. However, what they may not know is that a quiet cove outside Asheville, NC provided a setting of respite and inspiration to nourish his uncanny genius. In December, the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy […]
Black History Month free breakfast program in Hillcrest
Announcement from Women’s Wellbeing and Development Foundation: A Free Breakfast will take place every Saturday in February at Hillcrest’s Carl E. Johnson Community Center from 9 am until 11 am. This program is in celebration of Black History month and honors the original Free Breakfast Program that was begun by the Black Panthers during the […]
2014 Wilderness Skills Institute applications now available
Press release: The Appalachian Trail Conservancy, the Southern Appalachian Wilderness Stewards (SAWS) [a project of The Wilderness Society], and the United States Forest Service opened the application period today for the Wilderness Skills Institute (WSI), a training program for Wilderness stewardship and management. In its fourth year, WSI is scheduled for May 19 – 30, […]
Air Quality forecast: MODERATE for Thursday, Jan. 30
Thursday, Jan. 30 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 […]
Dine to be Kind fundraiser for Asheville Humane Society on March 11
Press release Eat out at more than 50 area restaurants to benefit Asheville Humane Society and its Animal Compassion Network Department’s lifesaving programs that serve Buncombe County’s neediest animals. Asheville Humane Society and its Animal Compassion Network Department are gearing up for the 11th Annual “Dine to be Kind” fundraiser that takes place Tuesday, March […]
Valentine’s day “dinner date” at The Venue
Press release Valentine’s day “dinner date” at The Venue On February 14, 2014, The Venue owner and event planner Marta Bodenhorst and her team are hosting their first signature event: a romantic Valentine’s Day dinner with wining, dining, and musical entertainment by members of the Asheville Symphony Orchestra. Featuring an art deco-inspired façade and spacious, […]
Asheville Symphony presents a masterclass with violinist Elena Urioste
Press release Asheville Symphony presents a masterclass with violinist Elena Urioste Photo by Alessandra Tinozzi. The Asheville Symphony will present a masterclass with Sphinx competition winner and BBC New Generation artist, violinist Elena Urioste. Friday February 7th, 4:00pm Reuter Center on the campus of UNC Asheville Ms. Urioste will work with three up and coming […]
The Bob Moog Foundation announces additions to its archives
Press release The Bob Moog Foundation announces additions to its archives Michelle Moog-Koussa, executive director of the Bob Moog Foundation™ (BMF) and daughter of inventor Bob Moog, today announced additions to the Asheville-based foundation’s archives including over 1,000 schematic drawings from 1965 to 1985; several rare prototypes, including a Moog Apollo synthesizer (the Apollo became […]
New Belgium announces Enka-Candler distribution site
Press Release New Belgium Brewing New Belgium Brewing announced today that it has secured a site for their East coast distribution center at the Enka Center off Highway 19/23 in Enka-Candler, NC, about 8 miles from their brewery and liquid center. At full build out, the distribution center operations will support about 30 of the […]
SECU offers help for tax filing
From State Employees’ Credit Union: Raleigh, N.C. – Tax season is upon us and State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) is ready to assist members with filing their 2013 tax returns, offering the no-cost Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program and SECU’s own Low Cost Tax Preparation service. January 27th marks the […]
News and Observer: Blue Cross reverses course, will offer family coverage to same-sex couples in NC
From the News and Observer: Blue Cross and Blue Shield has reversed its policy of refusing health insurance to gay households under the Affordable Care Act and apologized for canceling family coverage of same-sex couples and domestic partners in North Carolina. The state’s largest insurer said Wednesday it will now offer family coverage for gays […]
Tonight’s Green Drinks canceled due to weather
According to Asheville Green Drinks, their event tonight, on coal ash hazards, has been canceled due to weather.
Citizen-Times: teacher, environmental activist running for Congress against Rep. McHenry
From the Asheville Citizen-Times: Owen’s champion soccer coach who led an Erin Brockovich-style campaign to clean up industrial pollution in his neighborhood is now running for Congress. A high school social studies teacher, Tate MacQueen said he is seeking the 10th District seat out of a sense of obligation to neighbors, students, and fellow teachers. […]
Moogfest announces lineup additions: M.I.A, Petshop Boys and more
Press release Moogfest announces lineup additions: M.I.A, Petshop Boys and more Image from billboard.com. Pet Shop Boys, M.I.A., Flying Lotus, and Dillon Francis Join Moogfest 2014 Music Headliners Kraftwerk 3-D and CHIC Featuring Nile Rogers. Nick Zinner, Dan Deacon, Bradford Cox, and David X. Cohen Join Laurie Anderson and Giorgio Moroder as Moogfest Daytime Presenters. […]
Update on city trash, recycling delays due to weather
From the city of Asheville: ***UPDATE*** As of 10 a.m. Wednesday, some sanitation trucks are operating, but residents should still anticipate delays as crews catch up with backlogged pickup. Please leave cans by the curb.*** ASHEVILLE – Icy road conditions continue to delay garbage and recycling collection today, Wednesday, January 29, 2014. Residents from Tuesday, […]
SAFF workshop on food safety Feb. 13
From Southern Appalachian Family Farms: Southern Appalachian Family Farms will be hosting #4 of a series of workshops for farmers, market vendors or interested persons in agriculture at no cost. February 13, 2014 – Food Safety For Producers & Farmer Markets Regulations and compliance by Susan Parrish, NC Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services Guest […]
Judge Martin seeks election to Buncombe County bench
From Elect Judge Martin: ASHEVILLE, N.C. (January 29, 2014) – J. Matthew Martin announced today that he is seeking election to the Buncombe County District Court seat currently held by Judge Edwin Clontz. Martin is a retired associate judge of the Cherokee Court, with more than a decade of judicial service to the Eastern Band […]
Ashvegas update: More details on new West Asheville coffee shop
“Ashvegas” (aka Jason Sandford) reported on Jan. 9 that a new coffee café is coming to 800 Haywood Road in West Asheville: Odds Cafe. The building is next to the former Digable Pizza (and that spot’s under renovation). This week, Ashvegas provides an update on café owner Audrie Blomquist’s plans: Audrie, whose nickname has always […]
Red Cross blood drives cancelled due to weather
From the Red Cross of Asheville: ASHEVILLE, NC, January 28, 2013 – Red Cross Blood Drives in the Asheville Service Area were canceled today, January 28, 2014 due to inclement weather. This included drives at Beverly Hills Baptist Church in Asheville, Swain County High School in Bryson City, Young Harris College in north Georgia and […]