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Smoky Mountain Center appoints new health care leaders

Press release From Smoky Mountain Center: Smoky Mountain Center (SMC), western North Carolina’s largest managed care organization for publicly funded mental health, substance abuse and developmental disability services, is pleased to announce three major new appointments that elevate its capabilities as an organization dedicated to ensuring quality community-based care for consumers. The new leaders are: […]

DENR: Aluminum and iron levels still high in water downstream of Dan River coal ash spill site

Press Release N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources Aluminum and iron levels in the water downstream of the Dan River coal ash spill still exceed state surface water standards, although levels of those metals continued to drop, according to the state’s latest water quality test results. The N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources’ […]

WCU MBA program hosts a series of information sessions for prospective students

Press Release From Western Carolina University: CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University’s master’s degree program in business administration is hosting a series of information sessions for prospective students in Asheville, Cherokee, Cullowhee and Franklin. Kelly McIntyre, graduate programs manager for WCU’s College of Business, will lead the sessions and discuss the advantages of WCU’s “hands-on” MBA, […]

Rewriting History: Book & Print Arts Collective Member’s Show, opens March 7

Press release Rewriting History: Book & Print Arts Collective Member’s Show, opens March 7 REWRITING HISTORY explores the theme of shifting identity and plays with perceptions of our collective public and private histories. Members from Asheville’s Book & Print Arts Collective have created a variety of artist books and prints to explore and ask what […]

Catawba Brewing to christen its new Asheville Tasting Room with Brewtal Double IPA on Feb. 22

Press Release From Catawba Brewing Company: ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Catawba Brewing Co. will officially christen its new Asheville Tasting Room with the release of a special beer for its Grand Opening Party on Saturday, Feb. 22 at the company’s new digs at 63 Brook St. on the edge of Biltmore Village. Brewtal Double IPA is […]

Asheville Humane Society receives highest rating from national charity evaluator

Press Release Asheville Humane Society Charity Navigator has awarded Asheville Humane Society its highest rating, four stars, for sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency. Charity Navigator is America’s largest and most-utilized independent evaluator of charities. This exceptional ranking of four stars out of a possible four, demonstrates that Asheville Humane Society adheres […]

N&O: NC schools dealing with problem-plagued state computer system

The News & Observer in Raleigh reports that a new state computer system for keeping track of student information has so many problems that the accuracy of transcripts, athletic eligibility and the number of students enrolled in schools is uncertain. The problems have spurred educators like Charlotte-Mecklenburg Superintendent Heath Morrison to say the rollout of […]

Lecture on Harriet Joor’s Designs for Gustav Stickley’s Craftsman Workshops, Feb. 22

Press release Lecture on Harriet Joor’s Designs for Gustav Stickley’s Craftsman Workshops, Feb. 22 As Arts and Crafts enthusiasts gather in Asheville this weekend for the Grove Park Inn Arts + Crafts Conference, the Asheville Art Museum is excited to present a lecture and reception focusing on pottery and textile artist Harriet Coulter Joor (1875-1965) […]

Grandfather Mountain to renovate otter habitat

Press Release Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation Grandfather Mountain’s otter habitat closed temporarily this week for renovations — and an important acclimation process for the Mountain’s newest otter. Work on the habitat is expected to begin in mid- to late March and should take only three to four weeks if weather conditions allow. The renovations will […]

Lenoir-Rhyne & Asheville Green Drinks to host storytelling night Feb. 26

Press Release Lenoir-Rhyne University On Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. the Lenoir-Rhyne University Graduate Center Asheville is hosting a presentation by former Peace Corps and AmeriCorps volunteers in celebration of National Peace Corps Week. LR is partnering with Asheville Green Drinks to host a night of storytelling. Thepresenters will tell 10-minute tales of culture […]

Cooperative Leadership talk at Skyland Library, Feb. 27

Press release Cooperative Leadership talk at Skyland Library, Feb. 27 “Cooperative Leadership Development” features unique tools and methods for transforming the traditional competitive leadership paradigm. Join this fun and engaging program on Thursday, February 27th, 7-8:30 p.m., at the Skyland South Buncombe County Library, 260 Overlook Road, Asheville, NC. Learn about: Co-operative problem solving exercises. […]

WCU golden radio show begins with visit from Duke Ellington’s granddaughter

Press Release Western Carolina University The “Echoes of the Cotton Club” spring radio show re-creation at Western Carolina University will start preproduction Wednesday, Feb. 26, with a visit to campus by internationally known choreographer and dancer Mercedes Ellington. Ellington is the president of the Duke Ellington Center for the Arts in New York City and […]

Asheville Wing War to take place March 9 at Asheville Music Hall

Press Release From Lush Life Productions: Asheville, NC, February 18, 2014 – Lush Life Productions is once again preparing for an event in which local restaurants in Asheville battle it out for the title of “Asheville’s Best Buffalo Wings”. With a ticket that includes unlimited wings, beer and great local music, this event has sold […]

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