337 residents of the city of Asheville participated in the Citizen Survey this year and the results were just announced. The survey (also undertaken in 2008) focuses on the “livability” of Asheville and the results are covered in the following reports: The Community Livability Report covers quality of life in the city; the characteristics that make the city livable, attractive and […]
On June 3, at about 8 p.m., a mother bear and her four cubs came to frolic and relax in Joanne Wallis’ backyard in Mountain View West neighborhood, in West Asheville, she reports. “At the sound of a loud voice,” she says, “the cubs all raced up a tree and the photographer (my husband Jim) […]
When Kyle Ellison moved from Maui to the banks of Asheville’s French Broad, he says he noticed something very familiar he hadn’t seen in a while. “You walk by the river with a paddleboard,” he says, “and everyone is curious, coming up and asking you about that weird board you’re carrying.” So Ellison decided to […]
This week in property transfers was a short one because of memorial day, but it was still busy. The biggest sale by far was 140 Sweeten Creek Rd which is the home of South College. The property changed hands between Holrob-SC and TXNC holdings. Sale Date Parcel Price Vacant Acres Location Seller Names Buyer Names Deed Book/page 05/29/15 […]
On Saturday, June 6, Burial Beer Co. released its Skillet Donut Stout in 16-ounce cans. The canned breakfast stout will be available at the brewery’s taproom and select local retailers.
Joshua Messick and his acoustic instrumental band, Acoustic Storm, along with Houston-based cellist will perform at White Horse Black Mountain on July 25 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $18 in advance and $20 at the door.
The State Water and Infrastructure Authority will fund $55 million in loans and grants through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund and the Community Development Block Grant for Infrastructure Program. These grants and loans will go toward North Carolina drinking water and wastewater projects. From Pat McCrory, Governor Press release The State Water Infrastructure Authority […]
The City of Asheville will hold a community meeting on June 17 at the Grant Southside center to discuss the new form-based code project for the River Arts District. These form-based codes aim to ensure welcoming public spaces and encouraging new buildings that will complement existing structures. From the City of Asheville Press Release The […]
Asheville History Center will introduce a new exhibit “Bartram’s Journey; The 1775 Journey of William Bartram to Western North Carolina.” The Exhibit will open up on June 12 at the Smith-McDowell House. Admission is free to members of the Asheville History Center, otherwise tickets will be $9. From Asheville History Center Press release The Asheville […]
Saturday, June 6, 2015, is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridge tops of Asheville and Buncombe County. This means that unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion. Sunday, June 7, 2015, is a code GREEN air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridge tops. No health […]
The annual Blue Jean Ball held by MANNA FoodBank will be on Saturday, June 6. The event will be at the MANNA campus near the Swannanoa River and will include a series of 10 local musical guests. Food will be catered by Biscuit Head, Chestnut, Cantina at Biltmore Village, Rosetta’s Kitchen and Buchi bar, Tupelo […]
Brother Wolf Animal Rescue is participating in Shoe Lovers Care Leave Your Mark contest hosted by Designer Shoe Warehouse. The contest winner will receive a $75,000 donation funded by DSW. The nonprofit with the most votes will win the contest. Voting is open to the public through ShoeLoversCare.com. Brother Wolf Animal Shelter is a non-profit, […]
Western Carolina University will be taking on Dr. Farzaneh Razzaghi, dean of library services at the University of Texas-Pan American, as the new dean of library services this fall. Dr. Razzaghi will be taking the position last held by Dana Sally who retired on December 31. Dr. Razzaghi has earned a doctorate in library and […]
The nonprofit AdvantageWest has announced that it will suspend operations by the end of the year.
Sam Bingham, co-author of the Holistic Management Handbook, will host a grazing workshop at Wise Acres farm in Marshall, N.C. to help inform cattle owners on specific issues. The workshop will be held on June 20 from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. with a lunch featuring grass fed beef. Tickets are $15 and available upon […]
Canyon Kitchen in Lonesome Valley will hold a wine and culinary event hosting Guy Davis, founder and winemaker of Davis Family Vineyards, on June 10. The event will include a reception followed by South American cuisine and wine pairings. Food used will be from Lonesome Valley’s organic community garden and others surrounding western North Carolina. […]
The City of Asheville Parks and Recreation Department is offering day camp experiences for children interested in sports. Camps include a skateboarding, swimming, tennis, and a five star sports camp that offers a variety of activities. Each camp varies in ages accepted, dates, and cost. More information about these camps and more at www.ashevillenc.gov/parks From […]
It’s About Time: A Workbook For The Working Person will be on view at Asheville Bookworks from July 10 through Aug. 29. The exhibit will showcase a series of questions answered by members of the Impractical Labor in Service of the Speculative Arts. Admission is free to the public. Grom Asheville BookWorks Press release When: Exhibition […]
Western Carolina University will be hosting Galaxy of Stars, an entertainment series starting on September 27. The series will open with Frank Ferrante’s “an Evening with Groucho” and will include and additional 6 shows throughout 2016. Season tickets are $120 for adults and $45 for students and children, tickets are also available per show. From […]
Asheville Humane Society hosts rabies and vaccination clinic, June 28
The Preservation Society of Asheville and Buncombe County will hold an information session on the Blue Ridge Parkway at the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center Auditorium (195 Hemphill Knob Road also known as Parkway Milepost 384) on Thursday, July 16, at 5:30 p.m., in anticipation of “the imminent award of National Historic Landmark status,” according […]
