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Sylva Herald: Jackson Co. grant loses may affect seniors
From the Sylva Herald Quintin Ellison The state has warned Jackson officials to anticipate a 5-percent cut in grant funding in the upcoming year, regardless of possible reductions through the General Assembly in the upcoming state budget. Growth in Jackson County’s senior population, as measured by U.S. Census figures, was smaller, percentage wise, than in […]
Zipline fundraiser brings in over $45,000 for Autism Society
Press Release Autism Society of North Carolina The 3rd Annual Wells Fargo Zipping for Autism, hosted by Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures and Treetops Adventure Park, raised more than $45,000 on Sunday, June 1, to support the Autism Society of North Carolina’s efforts in western North Carolina. Sheena and Jeff Greiner, managing partners of The Adventure […]
ASAP’s farmers market activity series for children announces summer programming
Press release from ASAP: Growing Minds at Markets This Summer ASAP’s farmers market activity series for children is back ASHEVILLE, NC (June 5, 2014)—With the school year coming to a close, ASAP’s Growing Minds Farm to School Program is looking ahead to summer programming, specifically their Growing Minds @ Market farmers market activity series. The […]
Canary Coalition to hold protest in Cherokee today
Press Release The Canary Coalition The Canary Coalition has obtained the necessary permit for a protest demonstration at Harrah’s Casino in Cherokee this Saturday, June 7 in response to the North Carolina state government ruling party’s statewide convention taking place inside the casino hotel. Inside attendants will include NC House Speaker Tom Tillis, NC Senate […]
WCU approves commission for men’s basketball coach
Press Release Western Carolina University The Western Carolina University Board of Trustees approved a multi-year contract extension for head men’s basketball coach Larry Hunter. The trustees’ action, which came during the board’s quarterly meeting Friday, June 6, provides a guaranteed extension of Hunter’s contract for three years, with the option of the agreement being extended […]
AC-T: EPA moves residents from CTS super fund site
From the Asheville Citizen-Times By John Boyle After getting back test results on pollution in air vapor near the CTS site, the EPA is recommending 13 people nearby move from their homes. Evironmental Protection Agency officials visited the home of Terry Rice on Friday evening, telling him test results show unsafe levels of […]
Camp Kanuga Comes alive, celebrates its 83rd season
From Press release: HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. — Children from across the country arrived at Camp Kanuga near Hendersonville, NC on June 5, ready to embark on their summer adventures. With 117 campers kicking off the first session of this year’s Camp Kanuga, the campers, parents and staff were bubbling with energy. “I’m looking forward to seeing […]
Hall Fletcher book giveaway, June 9
From a press release: Hall Fletcher book giveaway, June 9 WHAT: Students from all six grades at Hall Fletcher Elementary School will have their pick of nearly 1000 free books, courtesy of local authors Elizabeth Kostova and David Madden and the WNC Yale Alumni Club. WHEN: Monday, June 9th, 8:30 – 10:30 a.m. WHERE: […]
Garden & Gun magazine’s Made in the South Awards now taking entries
From a press release: Garden & Gun magazine’s Made in the South Awards now taking entries Garden & Gun kicks off the fifth annual Made in the South Awards entry process today with an exciting development—this year the grand prizewinner will receive a $10,000 cash prize in addition to a prominent feature in the magazine’s […]
Taekwon-Do international championship tournament in Asheville this Weekend
From press release: ASHEVILLE, NC, June 6, 2014: Asheville Sun Soo Tae Kwon Do is honored to host the 2014 Taekwon-Do International Invitational Championship Tournament on Saturday June 7th from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm at the DeVries Gym on the Warren Wilson College campus in Asheville, NC. Special guest instructor is Grandmaster Suk Jun […]
Lake James State Park will open mountain biking trail system Saturday
From press release: RALEIGH – Lake James State Park will open 15 miles of newly constructed mountain biking trails Saturday as part of the state parks system’s observance of National Trails Day, according to the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation. A dedication ceremony will be at 9 a.m. at the Paddy’s Creek Area of the […]
Beer and sub pairing at Metro Wines
PRESS RELEASE from Metro Wines Everyone knows the importance of wine and food pairing, but what about beer and food? Metro Wines is switching it up and will team up with Jersey Mike’s to host a beer and sub pairing on 6-8 p.m. Thursday, June 12 at Metro Wines, 169 Charlotte St., Asheville. The cost […]
Governor calls repeal of Common Core education standards ‘not a smart move’
Gov. Pat McCrory says the Republican-driven bill to repeal the Common Core education standards “is not a smart move,” using his strongest language yet to warn against an effort pushed by conservatives in his own party, the Raleigh News & Observer reported Friday. “These are things we need to correct and recognize,” he said, citing concerns […]
Canary Coalition gets permit for protest at GOP convention
From press release: The Canary Coalition has obtained the necessary permit for a protest demonstration at Harrah’s Casino in Cherokee this Saturday, June 7, in response to the North Carolina state government ruling party’s statewide convention taking place inside the casino hotel. Inside attendants will include NC House Speaker Tom Tillis, NC Senate President […]
The Junction to host Southern-themed beer dinner with Catawba Brewing
PRESS RELEASE from The Junction Asheville, NC, June 5, 2014 — The Junction Restaurant & Bar in Asheville’s River Arts District will present “Double Wide in the Deep South,’ a summer beer dinner featuring Catawba Brewing Co. on Wednesday, June 18, at 7 p.m. Chef Chad Kelly and his team will create a five-course menu […]
AC-T: School board agrees to name school for Nesbitt
Buncombe County school board members Thursday night agreed to rename the county’s new STEM school to honor longtime state lawmaker Martin Nesbitt, who died earlier this year, the Asheville Citizen-Times reported Friday.
Metro Wines to host TV personality Rachel Reenstra
PRESS RELEASE from Metro Wines Star of shows on ABC, Animal Planet and HGTV, Spokesperson and Stand Up Comic Rachel Reenstra will be making a surprise appearance at 7 p.m. Friday, June 6 at Metro Wines, 169 Charlotte St., Asheville. The 30-minute show offers two times the comedy in half the time. Cost is $10 for […]
Third Annual Wells Fargo Zipping for Autism Raises more than $45,000!
Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures event benefits local individuals with autism and their families From press release: The 3rd Annual Wells Fargo Zipping for Autism, hosted by Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures and Treetops Adventure Park, raised more than $45,000 on Sunday, June 1, to support the Autism Society of North Carolina’s efforts in western North […]
Medea’s Espresso & Juice Bar celebrates grand opening June 21
Press release from Medea’s Espresso & Juice Bar: Medea’s Espresso & Juice Bar GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION SATURDAY JUNE 21ST 8am-11pm 200 Julian Lane, Suite 220, Arden NC 28704 Sample our incredibly delicious cold-pressed organic juices and learn about the amazing benefits of our 3 Day Juice Detox Program. Meet our local partners, food artisans, artists, local health & fitness […]
Mission Health’s H2T Healthcare Quality Conference re-imagines how technology will transform health care
WHAT: Mission Health’s H2T Healthcare Quality Conference<http://www.mission-health.org/H2TConference> WHY: Mission Health is hosting its inaugural H2T Healthcare Quality Conference to re-imagine how technology will transform healthcare communication, delivery and patient experience.WHO: The Asheville, N.C.-based health system is hosting the conference in partnership with Rock Health and Vocera Communications, Inc.Keynote speakers:· Rolf Benirschke – Founder, Great Comebacks· […]