Press release from Western Carolina Medical Society Foundation: Western Carolina Medical Society Foundation Counsels 111 Project Access Program® Patients About The Health insurance Marketplace Since 1996, WCMS Foundation has been dedicated to helping the uninsured access health care services through its nationally recognized program, Project Access®. When Health Information Exchanges became a reality in late […]
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AC-T: Toxic plume revealed at Asheville CTS site
From the Asheville Citizen-Times: An Asheville group pushing for the cleanup said EPA shouldn’t wait until its studies are finished before taking steps to get rid of the toxic mess. ASHEVILLE – The first phase of testing performed in preparation for a Superfund cleanup revealed a plume of the toxic industrial solvent trichloroethylene mixed with petroleum […]
RiverLink seeking nominations for the 37th annual Friends of the River awards
Press release from RiverLink: Seeking Nominations for the 37th Annual Friends of the River Awards The Land of Sky Regional Council is currently seeking nominations for the 37th Annual Friends of the River awards. The purpose of the award is to recognize individuals, private organizations, civic groups, and/or public agencies that have made a significant contribution toward the […]
Celebrated football coach Herman Boone will speak at Buncombe County Schools Foundation’s anniversary luncheon
Press release from Buncombe County Schools Foundation: Asheville, NC , — Celebrated football coach Herman Boone, subject of the movie, “Remember the Titans”, will be the keynote speaker at Buncombe County School Foundation’s 30th Anniversary Luncheon on September 16th. In 1971, racial tensions ran high at T.C. Williams High School in Alexandria, Virginia, as three […]
Mission Health president and CEO Ronald A. Paulus, MD, among top 50 in nation
Press release from Mission Health: Mission Health President and CEO Ronald A. Paulus, MD, Among Top 50 in Nation Ranked No. 20 of 50 Most Influential Physician Executives and Leaders by Modern HealthcareASHEVILLE, N.C. (May 13, 2014) – Mission Health President and CEO Ronald A. Paulus, MD, has been named one of the nation’s […]
WRAL: ‘Moral Monday’ protests returning to legislature next week
Leaders of a protest movement that led to nearly 1,000 arrests at the General Assembly last year announced Wednesday that they will hold their first rally of the 2014 legislative session next Monday, according to WRAL in Raleigh. Led by the NAACP, the “Moral Monday” movement tapped an undercurrent of dissatisfaction with the Republican-led General […]
Flood watch, cooler temperatures in forecast
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for the Asheville area beginning at midnight Wednesday night. The wet weather likely will bring with it cooler temperatures,. The Weather Service predicts 1 to 2 inches of rain across the Western North Carolina mountains with the possibility of as much as 3 to 5 inches. […]
Doris Phillips Loomis of Asheville appointed to UNC-TV Board of Trustees
From press release North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory has appointed Doris Phillips Loomis of Asheville to a four-year term on the UNC-TV Board of Trustees, which will run through May 31, 2018. She succeeds George Fleming of Raleigh on the board. Ms. Loomis is an attorney for the law firm of McGuire, Wood & Bissette, P.A. She […]
Apodaca, Berger file governor’s coal ash plan
From press release: Raleigh, N.C. – To kick off the start of the 2014 short session, Senate Rules Committee Chairman Tom Apodaca (R-Henderson) and Senate Leader Phil Berger (R-Rockingham) filed a bill Wednesday morning consisting of Gov. Pat McCrory’s coal ash mitigation proposal. It was the first bill filed in the Senate this session. “Addressing […]
AP: Ethics board clears Moffitt
Here’s an excerpt from the Associated Press article, via the Asheville Citizen-Times: The State Ethics Commission has dismissed a complaint against Republican Rep. Tim Moffitt brought by his political challenger. The commission determined there was no probable cause to show Moffitt violated state law or the state Ethics Act during a meeting with Democrat Brian […]
Walmart Foundation grant will provide thousands of meals for children in WNC
Press release from MANNA FoodBank: Walmart Foundation Grant Will Provide Thousands of Meals for Hungry Children in Western North Carolina ASHEVILLE, NC May 14, 2014: MANNA FoodBank announced today that it is the recipient of a $72,520 Walmart Foundation State Giving Program Grant. This grant will enable MANNA to double the number of children served […]
“Feast for the Future” benefits Bob Moog Foundation
From a press release: “Feast for the Future” benefits Bob Moog Foundation Eight local restaurants in the Asheville community are coming together for the second annual Feast for the Future, a fundraiser to support local non-profit, the Bob Moog Foundation. Feast for the Future takes place on May 21st, just two days before what would […]
Robert Morgan reads at Henderson County Public Library’s Centennial on May 20
From a press release: Robert Morgan reads at Henderson County Public Library’s Centennial on May 20 Robert Morgan is returning to the town where he was born to help celebrate Henderson County Public Library’s Centennial. Mr. Morgan will be at the Kaplan Auditorium in the Main Library on 301 N. Washington St., Hendersonville, May 20th […]
Westside Fest at the Urban Orchard Cider Co. Courtyard on Sunday, May 25
From a press release: Westside Fest at the Urban Orchard Cider Co. Courtyard on Sunday, May 25 Superfly Fabulous Events (www.superflyfab.com) & Urban Orchard Cider Company (www.urbanorchardcider.com) will be hosting the inaugural Westside Fest at the Urban Orchard Cider Co. Courtyard on Sunday, May 25th from 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm, with music by DJ […]
Sip ‘n Spin at Dobra Tea in Black Mountain, May 22
From a press release: Sip ‘n Spin at Dobra Tea, May 22 Swannanoa Valley Museum is partnering with Dobra Tea to create a unique event in which textile artists can come together to share their craft in a peaceful environment over a pot of tea. During the event, Museum Educator and fiber artist, Christina Ruiz, […]
21th Annual Lake Lure Arts Festival Scheduled May 24-26
From press release: Featuring handmade creations from more than 60 artisans from across the region, visitors to the 21st annual Lake Lure Arts & Crafts Festival can enjoy a sophisticated collection including painting and graphics, photography, jewelry, leather, metal, soaps and candles, wood, glass, pottery, textiles or fiber art and more. Festival admission is free and […]
AC-T: Asheville Child Watch tour highlights child poverty
From Asheville Citizen-Times: Sen. Terry Van Duyn and Asheville Transit Committee chair Julie Mayfield struggled as single mothers to get care for their 3-year-old child Tuesday, and probably got fired from their jobs at Walmart. Philanthropist Jennie Eblen was probably fired too, and former Mayor Terry Bellamy was forced to brave a sidewalk-less hill toting […]
Greenway Getdown scheduled May 20
From press release: Greenway Getdown, an evening of community, celebration and fun for the hold family, will be held Tuesday, May 20, at Unity Church, 1030 Shelburne Road, in Asheville. The evening will help support the Hominy Valley Greenway. Food, beverages and raffle prizes will be donated by local businesses. Those attending can learn about […]
HT-N: Henderson commissioners resume pre-meeting prayers
Henderson County commissioners voted 4-0 Monday to return prayer to their meetings inside the Historic Courthouse after a decision by the U.S. Supreme Court last week overturned a prohibition on government-sanctioned invocations, according to the Hendersonville Times-News. Board members, along with county staff, had been praying at a flagpole outside the courthouse since the American […]
North Carolina Heritage Award Performances and Award Performances, May 20 in Raleigh
From a press release: North Carolina Heritage Award Performances and Award Performances set for May 20 in Raleigh Five North Carolinians from diverse artistic traditions will be awarded the North Carolina Heritage Award on Tuesday, May 20 at the Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts in Raleigh. Recipients include: Bobby Hicks, a 10-time Grammy award-winning […]
Women’s fly fishing retreat benefits Casting for Recovery
From a press release: Women’s fly fishing retreat benefits Casting for Recovery WHO: Join Casting for Recovery and Brookside Guides and learn to fly fish for a good cause WHEN: June 23 – 25, 2014 WHERE: Lake Logan Episcopal Center 154 Suncrest Mill Road Canton, NC 28716 COST: All inclusive – $925 Double occupancy $1000 […]