A court on Tuesday rejected a challenge to a decision by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to place a contaminated Superfund site in Buncombe County on the National Priorities List for cleanup, according to the Asheville Citizen-Times. CTS Corp. last year appealed the inclusion of the Mills Gap Road site on the list, claiming that […]
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2nd Saturdays Events Across North Carolina, July 12
From a press release: 2nd Saturdays Events Across North Carolina, July 12 Whether sampling hearth cooked cornbread or barbecue, listening to spoken word performance, checking out the heart of a whale, or learning to make a handkerchief doll, something of interest will be happening at the July 12 2nd Saturdays programs across North Carolina. More […]
“The Lion in Winter” presented by The Autumn Players at ACT, Aug. 22 & 23
From a press release: “The Lion in Winter” presented by The Autumn Players at ACT, Aug. 22 & 23 The Lion in Winter, a dramatic comedy by American playwright James Goldman, is scheduled for three matinee performances by The Autumn Players of Asheville Community Theatre (ACT): Friday and Saturday, August 22 and 23, 2014 in […]
Drifting Toward the Names of Things: New work by Brian T. Leahy, opens July 25 at Urban Dharma
From a press release: Drifting Toward the Names of Things: New work by Brian T. Leahy, opens July 25 at Urban Dharma Reception Friday, July 25th, 6-8pm On view July 25th-October, 2014 Urban Dharma, 29 Page Ave, Asheville NC A Chicago-based artist with strong ties to Asheville, Brian T. Leahy creates interdisciplinary art works that […]
“Shake Yo’ Booty on Biltmore”: Dance Walk Asheville celebration, July 25
From a press release: “Shake Yo’ Booty on Biltmore”: Dance Walk Asheville celebration, July 25 Join us for our next Fun Conspiracy… We’re partnering with Embody Well-Being for a Dance Walk Asheville celebration, and you’re invited! Join us for this FREE family-friendly FUN event. Time: 5:30 pm Date: Friday, July 25 (rain or shine) Location: […]
North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival, August 14-16 in Marion
From a press release: North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival, August 14-16 in Marion Adams Bluegrass, LLC, has announced that the 40th Annual North Carolina State Bluegrass Festival will again be held on August 14, 15 & 16 at Tom Johnson Rally Park and Camping Center at 1885 U.S. Highway 70 West in Marion, NC. The […]
NOC advocates active outdoor lifestyle for children
NOC Advocates Active Outdoor Lifestyle for Children Rafting, Paddling, Zip Lines & Events Promote Youth Fitness Bryson City, N.C. (July 2, 2014)— Each year Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) engages approximately 60,000 kids in outdoor activities, and this summer is sure to boost that number. With a passion and a mission to reconnect children with nature […]
Fiske Guide names Warren Wilson one of nation’s ‘Best Buys’
Here’s the press release from Warren Wilson College: The Fiske Guide to Colleges again has chosen Warren Wilson College as one of the nation’s “Best Buys” among private colleges and universities — the ninth time since 2005 the guide has selected Warren Wilson for the coveted list. Regarding college cost of attendance, the 2015 Fiske […]
Lisa Baldwin files for re-election to Buncombe County Board of Education
Press release: Lisa Baldwin was joined by her family as she filed to run for re-election to the Buncombe County Board of Education on Monday, July 7, 2014 at noon. With a passion for life-long learning, Lisa Baldwin stands committed to ensuring the Buncombe County School System equips and challenges every student to discover their […]
Doubletree by Hilton Asheville-Biltmore hotel awarded CARE Cup honor
Press release from Doubletree by Hilton: Asheville, N.C. – The DoubleTree by Hilton Asheville-Biltmore has been awarded the prestigious CARE Cup for the first quarter of 2014 by the DoubleTree by Hilton brand as part of its Brand Awards program, the results of which were announced in June. This year marks the second year the […]
Asheville educator selected for Governor’s Teacher Network
Press release from Evergreen Community Charter School: Fourth-grade teacher Jeanne McCabe Curtis was selected to participate in the Governor’s Teacher Network, (GTN) a Race to the Top-funded initiative operated in partnership by the Office of Governor Pat McCrory and the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Curtis, who teaches at Evergreen Community Charter School, was selected […]
Literary Open Stage at the Upstairs Artspace in Tryon on July 18
From a press release: Literary Open Stage at the Upstairs Artspace in Tryon on July 18 Established and emerging writers are invited to share their work, finished or in progress, at the bi-monthly Literary Open Stage at the Upstairs Artspace in Tryon, NC, Friday, July 18. Sign-up for the 10-minute spots begins at 6:30 p.m., […]
Governor McCrory announces appointments
Press release from Governor McCrory: Raleigh, N.C. – The Office of Governor Pat McCrory announced the following appointments today: North Carolina State Building Commission Michael Benson (Pitt County) – Benson is the president of Pitt Electric Inc. The commission develops procedures to direct and guide the state’s capital facilities development and management program. The term […]
Governor McCrory authorizes $376 million of improvements at six UNC system campuses
Press release from Governor McCrory: Governor Pat McCrory signed a bill this afternoon that authorizes approximately $376 million of improvements that will directly benefit students at six University of North Carolina (UNC) institutions. Funds to pay for these projects will come from various fees, receipts, grants and fund raising income and not from tuition or […]
CPP: Asheville housing authority to meet with residents about overhaul concerns
From the Carolina Public Press: Amid an ongoing debate about the future of public housing, leaders of the Housing Authority of the City of Asheville have agreed to a number of demands put forward by a coalition of residents and local nonprofits. The requests involved concerns about transparency and representation as the agency pursues a major […]
AC-T: Eating fish from Upstate’s waters poses a health hazard
From the Asheville Citizen-Times: As the methods for testing fish to find potentially harmful toxins has improved, the state has added seven new waterways to its fish consumption advisories. The state health department has added advisories for the Catawba River, Cedar Creek Reservoir, Fishing Creek Reservoir, Great Pee Dee River, Lake Wateree, Lake Wylie and […]
Soul Heart-Thread Training at The Light Center in Black Mountain
Press release from Soul Support Systems: It is over 30 years ago that Flo Aeveia Magdalena initially heard the voice identified as Mary Magdalena speaking to her, in her head. “I heard this voice and didn’t know what to do with it,” she remembers. “I wasn’t used to this modality of communication.” All that […]
Youth OUTright introduces Young Voices project on Thursday, Sept. 11
From a press release: Youth OUTright introduces Young Voices project on Thursday, Sept. 11 Youth OUTright, WNC, Inc. will introduce its Young Voices project on Thursday evening, September 11, from 7:30 to 9:00 at the Jewish Community Center on Charlotte Street in Asheville. Poets and actors will be featured. The festive evening will include a […]
Hammered dulcimer virtuoso Joshua Messick at White Horse, July 18
From a press release: Hammered dulcimer virtuoso Joshua Messick at White Horse, July 18 Acoustic World Fusion with Joshua Messick, James Kylen and Friends Friday, July 18, at 8 p.m. $20 advance/$22 at the door Hammered dulcimer virtuoso Joshua Messick is no stranger to the White Horse stage, but his creative spirit and wide ranging […]
Kristen Ford performs at The Eagle Street Coffee Emporium, July 23
From a press release: Kristen Ford performs at The Eagle Street Coffee Emporium, July 23 Kristen Ford brings you an eclectic mix of sounds, always with an incredible song structure. Her pitch perfect voice is reminiscent of Melissa Etheridge and Ani DiFranco, with a little something new and unique. Kristen Ford is as comfortable performing […]
Erwin High School team wins first place for teen driver safety event
From press release: SAN ANTONIO, TX –Monday at the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) 2014 National Leadership Conference in San Antonio, TX the FCCLA Chapter from Clyde A. Erwin High School in Asheville, NC, received the first place $1,500 cash prize for their execution of the Foundation for Advancing Alcohol Responsibility’s IKnowEverything teen driver safety program and for their strategic communication […]