Press Release University of North Carolina Asheville OLLI at UNC Asheville’s Advance Care Workshop has been rescheduled for Feb. 20. The archaeology lecture by Robert Bauslaugh has been postponed and will be rescheduled at a later date. For more information, see the Announcements section at http://news.unca.edu/
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Mars Hill University to host immigration program Feb. 24
Press Release From Mars Hill University: John “Jack” Pinnix and Lynn Calder, attorneys with Allen, Pinnix & Nichols, P.A. of Raleigh, NC, will present a program at Mars Hill University on February 24th titled “Immigration Policy in the US.” The program, which is free and open to the public, will take place at noon in […]
Nineth Spring Benefit Concert by Asheville Area Piano Forum on March 23
Press release Nineth Spring benefit concert by Asheville Area Piano Forum on March 23 The Asheville Area Piano Forum (AAPF) assists their professional pianist- members by providing opportunities to network and establish performance and teaching contacts in the area. In return, these pianists give back to the organization and the music community by performing in […]
Merrill will file to run for Buncombe Commission
Here’s the press release from Christina Merrill: Christina Merrill – Rep., will file her candidacy for County Commissioner with the Buncombe County Board of Elections on Friday, 2/14/2014 at 12:00 pm. Christina says she is running again because she wants to “serve all County citizens who are even more concerned then ever about the ongoing […]
As snow storm rolls in, city suspends transit, services, cancels events
From the city of Asheville: ASHEVILLE – City departments are now implementing plans set in place days ago to respond to the snow storm entering the region. Fire, police, public works and the communication and public engagement team are coordinating operations and communication through the city’s Emergency Operations Center (EOC). The EOC allows for seamless […]
Rep. Susan Fisher to speak at Mars Hill University March. 20
Press Release From Mars Hill University: Rep. Susan Fisher, representative for 114th district (Buncombe County) of the North Carolina General Assembly, will speak at Mars Hill University at 12 noon, on March 20 at Broyhill Chapel on the campus. Fisher’s visit is part of the university’s observance of Women’s History Month. The event is free […]
Annual Veterans Creative Arts Show and Competition has been moved to Feb. 20
Press release From Charles George VA Medical Center: The date of the 9th Annual Creative Arts Show and Competition for Veterans has been changed. It will now be held from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 20, in the Medical Center Atrium. The show had been scheduled for Thursday, Feb 13. Veterans have entered […]
People for Clean Mountains hosts clean energy presentation
Press release From People for Clean Mountains: Brevard, NC, February 11, 2014: Solar energy experts will provide details on the emerging options for developing clean energy, energy efficiency and sustainable development for Transylvania County residents, officials and businesses during a presentation at 6:30 PM on Feb. 19 at the Transylvania County Library’s Rogow Room. Richard […]
Franklin VA closed due to weather
Press release From the Charles George VA Medical Center: The Franklin Veterans Affairs Community Based Outpatient Clinic will be closed due to a winter storm Wednesday, February 12, 2014. Veterans who have a medical emergency in this area should call 911. “The safety of our patients and staff is a top priority, especially during inclement […]
North Carolina voters do not need a photo ID to vote in 2014
Press release From the Voting Rights Project: North Carolina voters do not need a photo ID to vote in the 2014 primary or general election. Voters will be asked for a photo ID in the 2014 and 2015 but cannot be prevented from voting if they do not have a photo ID. There has been […]
National Weather Service issues winter storm warning through Thursday evening
Schools and businesses across Western North Carolina are closing in preparation for a major winter storm that is predicted to severely impact the region. The National Weather Service predicts accumulations of 8 to 10 inches, though accumulations could be as high as 12 inches in a few northern foothill locations. The heaviest snowfall will occur […]
Resources, meet-up groups for adults with ADHD
Press release From ADHD Center for Success: ADHD is one of the most common behavioral disorders diagnosed in children today, but it does not stop there. 60% of children with ADHD will continue to experience ADHD symptoms into adulthood. This translates into 4%, or 8 million adults. Although adult ADHD is becoming more recognized in […]
OnTrack WNC expands mortgage assistant workshops
OnTrack WNC expands mortgage assistance orientation workshops to Henderson, Madison, Yancey and Macon Counties From OnTrack WNC: Western N.C– Beginning in February, OnTrack Financial Education & Counseling will offer local information sessions to help people determine if they are eligible for mortgage payment assistance from the NC Foreclosure Prevention Loan Program. The N.C. Foreclosure Prevention […]
AC-T: Asheville, region prep for winter storm
From the Asheville Citizen-Times: Residents in the mountains and across North Carolina are preparing for what forecasters said could be a paralyzing winter storm. Asheville area roads are in good shape this morning, as snow has not begun to fall in most areas of Western North Carolina. But the huge storm is still coming, reaching […]
Evergreen Extracurricular Music benefit concert at Isis on Sunday, March 2
Press release Evergreen Extracurricular Music benefit concert at Isis on Sunday, March 2 EEMU Evergreen Extracurricular Music Benefit Concert at the Isis Sunday, March 2- 12:00 Noon til 3:00 A fun event for the whole family! Featuring music from EMBE Marimba Band, Community Chorus, Student Groups, Staff Band and a special Parent Band, including Woody […]
HT-N: Hendersonville couple on probation for poaching
A Hendersonville couple, featured on Drury Outdoors’ reality shows, including the series “Dream Season,” featured on the Outdoor Channel, have been convicted of poaching in Nevada — thanks in part to the illegal hunts videotaped for the series. The Hendersonvile Times-News reported Wednesday that Jason W. Edney and Britney J. Edney were sentenced to serve […]
Cradle of Forestry cancels frog program due to winter weather
Press Release National Forests in North Carolina Due to recent wintry weather and potentially hazardous driving conditions, the Cradle of Forestry in America cancelled the program, “Frog Love in the Pink Beds,” scheduled for Feb. 15, 2014. The program will not be rescheduled. The Cradle of Forestry’s daily operations and services for the 2014 season […]
Clayspace Co-op announces two-night pottery event
Press Release Kristin Schoonover, Benyo Pottery What: Pottery Party When: 7-10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, and Friday, March 15 Where: Clayspace Co-op in the Wedge, 119 Roberts St., Asheville Asheville ceramic artist Kristin Schoonover will host a two-night pottery party 7-10 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21 and Saturday, March 15, both at her studio in the […]
Asheville Green Drinks cancels Duke Energy Roundtable discussion
Asheville Green Drinks Asheville Green Drinks has canceled its Duke Energy Roundtable originally scheduled for Feb. 12 due to hazardous weather conditions. Meetings are set to pick back up next week with automotive engineer Dave Erb. Erb will lead a discussion on Feb. 19 about the future of sustainable transportation. His presentation is titled, “Powering […]
North Carolina solar jobs growing fast
Here’s the press release from Environment North Carolina: Raleigh, NC—North Carolina has more than 3,100 people employed manufacturing and installing pollution-free solar energy, according to a national Solar Jobs Census released today by The Solar Foundation. According to the analysis, North Carolina more than doubled the number of solar jobs from 2012, and added more […]
Park for free at city parking garages during snow storm
Full announcement from the city of Asheville: ASHEVILLE – The City of Asheville’s Parking Services will offer free parking in parking garages beginning Tuesday evening due to the potential for upcoming heavy snow. People parking downtown are asked not to park at on-street metered spaces in order to leave room for plows to service downtown […]