Here’s the press release from PARI: Rosman, NC (July 23, 2014) – Astronomers at the Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute note that in the predawn hours of August 19 the brightest planet of them all Venus will pass by the second brightest planet Jupiter in the morning twilight. Venus has been our “Morning Star” since it […]
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“Create the Style You Crave” book tour stops in Asheville, Aug. 4
From a press release: “Create the Style You Crave” book tour stops in Asheville, Aug. 4 Date: Monday, August 4 Time: 7 p.m. Location: Malaprop’s Bookstore/Café 55 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC Join author and Lifestyle Coach, Desha Peacock as she gives you tips on how to create the style you crave on a budget you […]
An evening with Livingston Taylor at The Altamont, Aug. 2
From a press release: An evening with Livingston Taylor at The Altamont Theatre, Aug. 2 Saturday August 2, 2014 8:00 p.m. Tickets $30 Livingston Taylor’s career as a professional musician has spanned over thirty years. He maintains a performance schedule of more than a hundred shows a year, delighting audiences with his unique brand of […]
37th Annual Sourwood Festival in Black Mountain, Aug. 9 & 10
From a press release: 37th Annual Sourwood Festival in Black Mountain, Aug. 9 & 10 The Black Mountain-Swannanoa Chamber of Commerce announces the 37th Annual Sourwood Festival – August 9 and 10, 2014 in historic downtown Black Mountain. “Sourwood” is a family-oriented festival drawing over 30,000 people from all over the Southeast – many returning […]
Longtime ReStore manager retires from Asheville area Habitat for Humanity
In the 14 years of managing Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore, Jay Sloan led the store to be the 3rd in the nation for sales out of nearly 800 ReStores. Sloan served as ReStore General Manager for 12 years and stepped into a position as ReStore Donations Manager in the recent two years to “ease […]
Buncombe educator takes part in professional development institute
From press release Silver Spring, Md. (July 23, 2014) – Conni Mulligan, a Digital Learning Facilitator from Buncombe County Schools, joined 149 esteemed educators from across the U.S., Canada and United Kingdom at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN, for a prestigious week-long professional development experience hosted by Discovery Education’s Discovery Educator Network (DEN). The six-day DEN Summer Institute (DENSI), […]
AC-T: Officer won’t face charges in AJ Marion shooting
An Asheville police officer will not face charges in the fatal shooting of a teenager who led police on a lengthy foot chase following a residential break-in, District Attorney Ron Moore said Tuesday according to the Asheville Citizen-Times. The announcement comes nearly 10 months after 19-year-old Alexander Jamar Marion, a former star running back at Reynolds […]
Asheville Symphony announces The Many Moods of McCartney, Sept. 27
From a press release: Asheville Symphony announces The Many Moods of McCartney, Sept. 27 Join us for the magical music of Sir Paul McCartney: his classical compositions and the classic pop tunes that are part of the soundtrack of our lives. The Asheville Symphony will be joined by special guest artists including: 2009 Rock And […]
LEAF adds Robert Randolph and The Family Band to the fall lineup
From a press release: LEAF adds Robert Randolph and The Family Band to the fall lineup LEAF is overjoyed to announce the final headliner for its 39th festival. Robert Randolph and the Family Band, a virtuoso of sacred steel and American blues, joins De La Soul, Béla Fleck & Abigail Washburn, Nahko and Medicine for […]
Clear Channel Asheville introduces new station 97.7 The Brew
From a press release: Clear Channel Asheville introduces new station 97.7 The Brew Beer City USA welcomes its freshest brew with The New 97.7 The Brew. The Brew plays everything, featuring artists like Michael Jackson, Coldplay, Boston, Lady Antebellum, Madonna, Nirvana, Katy Perry, Bon Jovi, One Direction, U2 and beyond! Clear Channel General Manager Bill […]
Report says tourism to Blue Ridge Parkway creates $782 million in economic benefit
Report shows visitor spending supports 11,283 jobs in local economy From press release: Asheville, NC – A new National Park Service (NPS) report shows that 12,877,369 visitors to the Blue Ridge Parkway in 2013 spent $782,926,000 in communities near the park. That spending supported 11,283 jobs in adjacent communities. The 2013 economic benefit figures are […]
William Matthews Poetry Prize recipients reading, July 25
From a press release: William Matthews Poetry Prize recipients reading, July 25 Join us on Friday, July 25, at 7 p.m., at Malaprop’s Bookstore ALL of the WILLIAM MATTHEWS POETRY PRIZE WINNERS will be reading from their books Hosted by Asheville Poetry Review Founder and Managing Editor Keith Flynn The editors at THE ASHEVILLE POETRY […]
Asheville Area Arts Council announces Color Ball date, location and theme
From a newsletter: Asheville Area Arts Council announces Color Ball date, location and theme In 1895, George Vanderbilt opened his Biltmore Estate. This year marked the crowning moment of years of construction. The Estate fostered a community adorned with lovers of art, beauty, and culture. The 2014 Color Ball is dedicated to the same elegance […]
Mission Health receives Duke grant to expand Telehealth program
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (July 22, 2014) – The Mission Center for Telehealth has received a two-year grant of more than $700,000 from The Duke Endowment to make comprehensive healthcare for children in rural communities more convenient and accessible by expanding the Health-e-Schools program, a collaborative telemedicine effort with The Center for Rural Health Innovation (CRHI). Telehealth is […]
Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians opens new youth center
From press release CHEROKEE, N.C. – The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) in cooperation with Boys and Girls Clubs of Cherokee opened the new 15,360-square-foot Snowbird Youth Center (SYC) on July 16, 2014. The new center, replacing an older facility used for the past 12 years, offers classrooms, teen center, arts and crafts […]
AC-T: 10-year-old faces theft, arson charges
A 10-year-old faces 13 felony charges in connection with a string of motor vehicle break-ins and fires, Asheville Fire Department spokeswoman Kelley Klope told the Asheville Citizen-Times Monday. The child was charged with eight counts of breaking and entering motor vehicles, four counts of burning personal property and first-degree arson for the burning of an occupied building, […]
Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity celebrates partnerships and dedicates homes in its “Circle of Faith”
Asheville, NC (July 21, 2014) – On Friday, August 1st at 3:30pm, Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity (AAHH) will joyfully celebrate and dedicate homes in its Circle of Faith. The Circle is a cul-de-sac of homes built in the Swannanoa subdivision off Dennis Street that highlights Habitat’s roots as a faith-based ministry and honors long-standing faith […]
Appalachian Trail Conservancy seeks volunteers at Walnut Mountain
Asheville, NC (July 21, 2014) – The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC) is seeking volunteers to participate in a work project at 9:30 a.m. Saturday, July 26, at the Walnut Mountain open area along the Appalachian Trail (A.T.) on the North Carolina/Tennessee border. Carpooling to Walnut Mountain is available, and those interested should meet at 8 […]
AC-T: Missing girl found unharmed
Asheville Citizen-Times By John Boyle: The teenager (15-year-old Chelsea Rae Vaughn from Candler) was reported missing Tuesday by her guardian, and Bailey said she apparently ran away from home. Click here for the full story.
AC-T: Help sought in finding Asheville man
Asheville Citizen-Times By Sabian Warren: Have you seen Freddy Norberton Henriquez? Henriquez, 46, is wanted on charges of sexual battery and assault on a handicapped person. Click here for the full story.
WCU dance program director wins national teaching award
CULLOWHEE –Karyn Tomczak, director of the Western Carolina University dance program, will receive the 2014 Dance Teacher Award for Higher Education at the Dance Teacher Summit to be held in New York City in August. Dance Teacher magazine published a feature in July about Tomczak and three other award winners recognized for offering students top-notch […]