From a press release: Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina announces new discount program Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina has announced a new selling concept for its 1011 Patton Avenue store that is sure to please Goodwill’s many loyal shoppers. The Asheville store now offers all merchandise at a 25% or greater discount over […]
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Ashvegas: Williams may have another challenger in the DA fight this fall
Ashvegas By Jason Sanford: Last week, Democratic challenger Todd Williams handily vanquished his primary opponent, incumbent Buncombe County District Attorney Ron Moore. … Asheville attorney Ben Scales confirmed to me the news that he has already launched a petition campaign to get his name on the November ballot as an independent challenger to Williams. Now […]
Universal Joint to host fundraiser for French Broad Riverkeeper, Asheville on Bikes
Press Release From Western North Carolina Alliance: ASHEVILLE—The Universal Joint is hosting a fundraiser on May 24 that will allow folks to enjoy a cold brew while also helping to clean up the river and expand biking options for the community. All beer proceeds from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. will benefit the French Broad Riverkeeper, a […]
Hendersonville Green Room Cafe hosts “Show & Tell” event May 22
Press Release From The Cheerful World: Hendersonville, NC – May 13, 2014 – In honor of Personal History Month, pay tribute May 22nd to the heroes and heroines in your life. Bringing a photo or other item that represents someone in your life who has taught you wisdom, life lessons or values of importance to […]
Asheville ShareFest May 31
Press release from Share Asheville: The Asheville ShareFest will take place on May 31st from 11-5pm. Asheville ShareFest Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/534429886670086/ The event will feature: Really Really Free Market (Stuff Swap) Skill Share Bike Repair (At Recyclery) Seed Exchange Entertainment Soap Box Booths Collaborative Art Projects Kids Activities Pay it Forward Healers What ever you contribute! […]
Park Ridge Health recognized among top 150 health care employers in the nation by Becker’s Healthcare
Press release from Park Ridge Health: Hendersonville, N.C. (May 13, 2014) – Park Ridge Health is pleased to announce its selection as one of the “150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare” by Becker’s Healthcare, publisher of Becker’s Hospital Review and Becker’s ASC Review. Other hospitals recognized in this carefully considered list include Johns Hopkins Medicine, Mayo […]
Dreams of Damanhur presentation May 17 at OM Sanctuary
A screening of Dreams of Damanhur takes place next saturday, May 17th, 8-10 PM at the OM Sanctuary. A talk and question and answer session will take place after the screening. See info below.
AC-T: McCrory teacher plan will cost Buncombe County
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: Republican Gov. Pat McCrory’s plan to raise teacher pay will cost Buncombe County about half a million dollars a year, county officials said. That’s because Buncombe employs 95 teachers on its own out of about about 1,600 in the county schools. Bringing those with less than 9 […]
AC-T: I-26 Connector meeting brings worries on impacts
Asheville Citizen-Times By Mark Barrett: Some residents are concerned about what the connector will do to neighborhoods but several said there is a real need to address traffic congestion on Bowen Bridge across the French Broad River. More than 200 people came to a three-hour informational meeting the state Department of Transportation held at the […]
Transylvania, Henderson and Buncombe County Students win Mediation Center art contest
From United Way of Transylvania County: Earlier this year, the Mediation Center invited area youth to submit their artistic visions of peace for a chance to win a $50 gift certificate. Over 130 young artists contributed to the contest. We are proud to introduce you to our winners, three young visionaries of peace. Kadee Glass, […]
CPP: After Buncombe DA upset, fate of Asheville police evidence audit still uncertain
Carolina Public Press By Jon Elliston More than three years after Asheville City Council commissioned a $175,000 audit of the Asheville Police Department evidence room — an effort to find out just how many items were stolen from the room — the audit remains under wraps. And despite last week’s sizable electoral victory by Todd […]
Tourism Product Development Fund process kicks off
Press Release From Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce: ASHEVILLE, N.C. (May 12, 2014) — The Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority (BCTDA) is pleased to announce the commencement of the 2014 Tourism Product Development Fund (TPDF) Grant Cycle, and is accepting applications for requests for funding for capital development tourism projects in Buncombe County. The application […]
Fraternities 4 Family helps raise awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault
Press Release From Fraternities 4 Family: Throughout April, fraternities were involved in a statewide initiative to raise awareness about domestic violence and sexual assault called Fraternities 4 Family. The Fraternities 4 Family campaign involves young men on college campuses across North Carolina who courageously break the silence about domestic violence. Family law attorney Charles Ullman […]
Industries for the Blind names employee and volunteers of the year
ASHEVILLE, NC (May 13, 2014) – Industries for the Blind (IFB) Asheville recently honored its employees, volunteers and customers for their commitment to helping IFB provide jobs, training and services for people who are blind or visually impaired. IFB, with manufacturing facilities in Winston-Salem and Asheville, is one of the nation’s largest employers of people […]
Environmental activists rally for National Day of Action May 17
Press release: HANDS ACROSS THE LAND: National Day of Action Coming to Asheville on May 17th Local citizens to say “No” to Keystone XL and “Yes” to clean energy! WHAT: A rally will be held on Saturday, May 17 at 5pm at Vance Monument to ask the president and local officials to reject the Keystone XL pipeline […]
Friends of Mission Charity Classic set to tee off later this week
From the LPGA: ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA, May 12, 2014 – The Symetra Tour, the Road to the LPGA, transitions to Asheville for the second-annual Friends of Mission Charity Classic this week. The three-round event begins on Friday, May 16 and concludes on Sunday, May 18. The tournament will take place at the Country Club of Asheville, a […]
New report shows evidence of climate change in North Carolina
North Carolina News Service RALEIGH, N.C. – With much of the state expected to experience unseasonably warm temperatures this week, more than one person might utter the words “global warming.” A report released today points to climate change as a key factor. The National Climate Assessment confirms that the average temperature in the U.S. has increased by […]
Park Ridge Health to honor Henderson EMS and rescue squad
Press Release Park Ridge Health MEDIA ADVISORY: Park Ridge Health Foundation to Honor Henderson County EMS and Rescue Squad in Award Ceremony Who: Members of the media What: Award Ceremony for Henderson County EMS and Henderson County Rescue Squad to take place at the 25th Anniversary Park Ridge Health Foundation Gala When: Thursday, May 15, […]
Community High announces graduation ceremony for June 6
Press Release Community High School Community High School’s graduation ceremony will be held June 6, 2014 at 6 p.m. at Riverwood Road, Swannanoa in Asheville Christian Academy’s Auditorium. Family of graduating students are invited to stay and celebrate after the ceremony with a potluck dinner. Please bring a dish if you are able.
Tiny House Company to hold ‘tiny tours’ on May 17
Press Release Brevard Tiny House Company Interested in downsizing? The Brevard Tiny House Company is having an open house at the Transylvania Farmers’ Market on Saturday, May 17th from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM. The BTHC Team will be leading tiny tours of the Robin’s Nest tiny house (in the late stages of construction) and giving two educational […]
Jackson Co. Farmers Market to hold strawberry shortcake fundraiser, May 17
Press Release Jackson County Farmers Market The Jackson County Farmers Market is holding a Strawberry Shortcake Fundraiser at Bridge Park this Saturday, May 17th from 10AM – 12 PM. Shelton Family Farm and Backwoods Bakery are sponsoring the event. All proceeds will go toward a Farmers Market Storage Shed. The Market takes place each Saturday […]