From a press release: Red June performs at the White Horse, July 12 A quick Google search on “Red June” turns up descriptions of a tasty North Carolina heirloom apple variety that does well in many different soils and produces prolifically. It’s also a fair analogy for the apple’s musical namesake, Asheville trio Red June. […]
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Asheville Sister Cities plans French Bastille Day event, July 13
From a press release: Asheville Sister Cities plans French Bastille Day event, July 13 Yes, the French did give us our iconic Miss Liberty that welcomes everyone into New York Harbor. Now Ashevillians have one more thing to thank for the French for… Bastille Day Celebrations! This year’s Fête will take place on Sunday, July […]
Southern Appalachian Brewery teams with The Wilhelm Brothers to raise funds for Children’s Cancer Association, July 20
From a press release: Southern Appalachian Brewery teams with The Wilhelm Brothers to raise funds for Children’s Cancer Association Music is medicine. Science has proven the healing power of music. Children’s Cancer Association states on their website: “Music does more than just fill an environment; it transforms it.” So, they came up with a program […]
AC-T: Thieves target Asheville CityMac for the fourth time
Asheville Citizen-Times By Sabian Warren: ASHEVILLE – CityMac, an Apple computer business repeatedly targeted by thieves, has been hit again, making it the fourth break-in at the company since the spring. Someone broke into CityMac’s Biltmore Park store at about 4:30 a.m. Saturday by smashing out a window, Asheville police Lt. Don Eberhardt said. Four […]
Park Ridge Health awarded for patient safety success
Press release from Park Ridge Health: Hendersonville, N.C. (June 30, 2014) – Park Ridge Health is one of 10 hospitals in the country to receive the Premier Partnership for Patients Award for success in patient safety. Recipients of this award were successful in reaching goals in at least seven of 10 areas measured that relate […]
Weeklong silence retreat at The Art of Living Retreat Center
Press release from The Art of Living Retreat Center: Celebrating Silence with the Guru of Joy Are you aware of the restlessness of your thoughts? If you watch your mind, you will see that it jumps from one subject to another, never standing still. The mind is always busy, too often with trivialities. One moment […]
‘Climate Change & Society,’ UNC Asheville Certificate Program, has remaining slots
Here’s the press release from UNC Asheville: “Climate Change & Society,” UNC Asheville Certificate Program, Has Remaining Slots A few positions remain open in the fall semester for UNC Asheville’s unique, graduate-level certificate program, Climate Change & Society. Tailored for working professionals and students interested in the fields of climate and sustainability, the two-year program […]
‘Seasons in the Smokies’ premiere set for July 17
Press Release From Great Smoky Mountains Association: “Seasons in the Smokies,” the second in the Smoky Mountain Explorer Series from Great Smoky Mountains Association, will make its first appearance on the big screen during a premiere showing of the film Thursday, July 17. Gary Wilson, GSMA’s award-winning filmmaker, will discuss what it took to make this […]
Hi-Wire released Uprisin’ Hefeweizen seasonal brew last Friday
ASHEVILLE, NC – June 27, 2014 – Hi-Wire Brewing released their latest seasonal beer offering, “Uprisin’ Hefeweizen”, Friday, June 27th in its downtown tasting room! A traditional wheat ale with big ester notes of banana – backed by tones of clove and peppercorn. Brewed with 100% North Carolina-grown wheat from Riverbend Malt House in Asheville, […]
Franklin School of Innovation names executive director
Here’s the press release from the Franklin School of Innovation: It is with great pleasure that Franklin School of Innovation announces that school founder, Michelle Vruwink has agreed to serve as the school’s inaugural Executive Director. After an exhaustive search the Board determined that Vruwink’s background, experience, and vision for the school exceeds that of […]
City of Asheville among global grand prize winners in Amazon Innovation Challenge
Here’s the press release from the city of Asheville: City of Asheville among global grand prize winners in Amazon Innovation Challenge ASHEVILLE – The City of Asheville is excited to be named one of four winners of Amazon Web Services’ global “City on a Cloud Innovation Challenge.” The Best Practices Award recognizes innovative and impactful […]
Firewood permits available in Nantahala Ranger District
Here’s the press release from the U.S. Forest Service: FRANKLIN, N.C., June 27, 2014 – The U.S. Forest Service today announced that local residents can purchase permits to gather firewood July 1-25 near Howard Gap Road in the Nantahala Ranger District, Nantahala National Forest. Howard Gap Road (Forest Service Road 4503), off State Road 106 […]
CPP: NC House approves blocking charter school employees’ names with pay level
From the Carolina Public Press: The N.C. House approved legislation Thursday that would block charter school employees’ names from being disclosed with their pay, acting on an amendment introduced by Rep. Charles Jeter, R-Huntersville. The revised bill now goes back to the Senate, which earlier approved a version that requires disclosure of names, salaries and all […]
AC-T: Asheville abortion clinic to close Saturday
From the Asheville Citizen-Times: Western North Carolina’s only abortion clinic will close its doors Saturday, leaving the area without a provider of abortion services for at least six months until a new clinic is opened. Dr. Lorraine Cummings, who owns the business and serves as its sole physician, put the building up for sale in […]
The Healing Revolution Summit brings nationally known speakers to Asheville
Press release from King Bio: Unique Natural Health Conference Educates Doctors and the Public on Toxins, Cancer, Mental Health and More ASHEVILLE, N.C. (June 27, 2014) – Dr. Frank King, founder and president of King Bio, has organized a three-day, natural health event, featuring numerous doctors and speakers, to be held at the […]
Sterilization victims office received 630 claim forms ahead of statutory deadline
Press release from the Office for Justice Sterilization Victims: Sterilization Victims Office Received 630 Claim Forms Ahead of Statutory Deadline RALEIGH – June 27, 2014 As of June 26, 2014, the Office for Justice of Sterilization Victims (Office) has received 630 claim forms from potential Eugenics Board sterilization victims. 465 of those claim forms have been […]
NC House passes bill allowing medical use of cannabidiol oil for the treatment of seizure disorders
Press release from Governor McCrory: Governor Pat McCrory said today he will sign into law legislation that allows for medical use of cannabidiol oil for the treatment of seizures disorders, particularly those that seem to afflict children. Cannabidiol oil is derived from a compound that is found in the marijuana plant. “This law will help […]
Legislation will allow Camp Lejeune and CTS victims to seek redress
Press release: Hagan, Butterfield Introduce Legislation to Allow Justice for Individuals Harmed by Toxic Pollution Bill Enables Camp Lejeune and CTS Victims to Seek Redress Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Kay Hagan and Congressman G.K. Butterfield introduced legislation in the Senate and House that will protect the ability of North Carolinians harmed by toxic chemicals […]
Asheville Community Theatre hosts “Poetry in Motion” showcase, July 13
From a press release: Asheville Community Theatre hosts “Poetry in Motion” showcase, July 13 Asheville Community Theatre is thrilled to host Poetry in Motion, a showcase of classic, modern, and original poetry performed by local young poets. The show will feature many rising stars of the youth poetry community and will spotlight the Slam Asheville […]
Local mosquitoes could carry Chikungunya virus
Here’s the press release from Buncombe County Health & Human Services: Buncombe County Health & Human Services officials have reported the county’s first case of Chikungunya, a virus transmitted by mosquitoes, making it the third confirmed case in North Carolina. The Buncombe resident contracted the illness while traveling with a group to Haiti, which is […]
Benefit car show in historic Rugby, July 5
From a press release: Benefit car show in historic Rugby, July 5 Historic Rugby will welcome an assortment of up to 50 antique vehicles from around the region on Saturday July 5 for its annual Benefit Antique Car Show. The event, free to spectators, runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT (8-2 Central) in […]