From a press release: Mission Hospital was recently recognized by the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (ACS NSQIP®) for achieving meritorious outcomes for surgical patient care in 2014. ACS NSQIP has recognized 52 of 517 hospitals participating in the adult program; participating hospitals are required to track the outcomes of inpatient […]
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Training partnership activity for Asheville’s police and fire agencies in conjunction with Mission
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Over the next couple months the Asheville Fire Department and Asheville Police Department will be partnering with Mission Hospitals to use the MAHEC building for scenario based training exercises. This cooperative effort displays how local agencies come together for the betterment of the community. Search and rescue techniques, rapid […]
Time running out to enroll in Affordable Care Act health insurance for 2016 and avoid hefty tax penalties
Press release from Pisgah Legal Services: Time is running out for those who need to sign up for health insurance during ACA Open Enrollment. Pisgah Legal Services, and other ACA Partners of WNC, can help with free, unbiased, in-person assistance taking place now through Jan. 31. Appointments can be made by calling toll-free: 855-733-3711 or make an […]
Indie-songsmiths in the round at The Grey Eagle, Jan. 20
PRESS RELEASE: Songwriter and musician Joe Novelli writes: The idea is to gather together a bunch of my favorite indie bandleaders from the world over and have an old-school songwriter night at The Grey Eagle as they often do in Texas and Nashville and other song-centric musical locales … A cozy intimate show where the […]
Haywood Regional Medical Center physicians donate holiday gifts to Community Kitchen of Canton
Press release: Physicians “Re-Gift” for Community Causes Physicians on staff at Haywood Regional Medical Center customarily receive a small holiday gift from administration – this year they unanimously opted to “re-gift” the funds to various community charities. One selected charity is The Community Kitchen of Canton. The Community Kitchen is a non-profit organization serving all […]
Asheville Lyric Opera holds Winter Gala, Feb. 27
PRESS RELEASE: Who: Asheville Lyric Opera is proud to announce the featured performers for their 17th Annual Winter Opera Gala. What: The evening will feature live performances by internationally acclaimed soprano, Meredith Hansen, and Emmy award winning tenor, John Fowler. Hailed as a “standout,” Ms. Hansen’s career highlights include performances at the Metropolitan Opera, and […]
Asheville Collider network announces initiative encouraging private investment on climate action
Press release: NEW ASHEVILLE INITIATIVE ANSWERS OBAMA’S CHALLENGE FOR PRIVATE INVESTMENT IN CLIMATE ACTION Goal of business and education facility in downtown ‘Climate City’ is to fast-track an emerging climate resilient economy (ASHEVILLE, N.C. – January 12, 2016): During last night’s State of the Union address, President Obama reiterated his commitment to climate action. His […]
Rare Excalibur Grand Limousine visits AVL Cellular Center January 16
Press release: January 12, 2016 For Immediate Release Excalibur Grand to make its first appearance in Western North Carolina One of the rarest vehicles in the world, The Excalibur Grand Limousine, will make its first visit to Western North Carolina Saturday, January 16. This fabulous car will be on display at the Wedding Festivals […]
Sculptural basketry artist and letter carver at Grovewood Gallery, Feb. 19 and 20
PRESS RELEASE: Grovewood Gallery in Asheville will be hosting demonstrations and displays by letter carver Clark Kellogg and world-class sculptural basketry artist Matt Tommey on February 19 and 20 from 11am – 4pm on both days. Clark Kellogg studied letter carving under master carver Chris Pye and has been carving letters on commission and spec […]
Two trails closed during Jan. 14 prescribed burn at Lake James State Park
Press release: Lake James State Park is planning on having a prescribed burn tomorrow, Thursday, January 14, 2016. If all goes as planned the burn is scheduled for the Paddy’s Creek Area. Location is Homestead 1. The prescribed burn will encompass 60 acres. The burn will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. […]
Sidney Lanier Poetry Competition opens
PRESS RELEASE: Entries are now being accepted for the annual Sidney Lanier Poetry Competition sponsored by the historic Lanier Library. The competition is open to adult and high school poets from North and South Carolina. Keith Flynn, award-winning poet and founder and editor of the Asheville Poetry Review, will judge this year’s entries and present […]
Local blogger documents the his experiences driving an electric car
Electric cars have their fair share of proponents and detractors. Questions regarding the longevity of a batteries charge, the practicality of owning an electric vehicle in the mountains and whether the benefits an electric car offers environmentally and financially loom large, even as automakers roll out more advanced and efficient models each year. Local green […]
Pam Jones Trio performs at The White Horse, Jan. 22
PRESS RELEASE: Pam Jones Trio Blends Jazz, Folk, Pop Friday, January 22 – 8 p.m.- Singer Pamela Jones and band. Cabaret jazz. $15 The White Horse Black Mountain’s popular Cabaret Jazz series continues on Friday, January 22 at 8 p.m with vocalist/songwriter Pam Jones. Pam relocated to Asheville from New York City, where she acted […]
Live music/yoga benefit for MANNA Food Bank
PRESS RELEASE: Live Music/Yoga benefit for MANNA Food Bank Featuring Shala Worsley and the Alex Krug Combo. Please join us for a very special afternoon of flow and yin yoga led by Asheville’s own Shala Worsley and accompanied by the sweet sounds of the Alex Krug Combo. Social to follow with delectable treats provided by […]
“Writers at Home” reading at Malaprop’s, Jan. 24
PRESS RELEASE: Faculty members in UNC Asheville’s Great Smokies Writing Program (GSWP) will read from their works when the Writers at Home series resumes at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 24, at Malaprop’s Bookstore/Café, 55 Haywood St., in downtown Asheville. This event is free and open to the public. Tina Barr, Kenneth Chamlee, Brian Lee […]
Oskar Blues, CAN’d Aid send 50,000 cans of drinking water to assist residents, workers in Flint, MI
Press release: Oskar Blues Brewery and CAN’d Aid Foundation Deliver 50,000 Cans of Drinking Water to Flint, MI In immediate response to the recent water crisis in Flint, Michigan, Oskar Blues Brewery and Ball Corporation teamed up with the CAN’d Aid Foundation to quickly can and ship clean drinking water to the residents of Flint. […]
Hendersonville invites public input on transportation study in January 30 meeting
Press release: City of Hendersonville The public is invited to attend a stakeholder group meeting at Hendersonville Middle School on Saturday, January 30, 2016. The City of Hendersonville is studying transportation circulation around the 9th Avenue area and are gathering targeted stakeholders to provide input and feedback to guide the study’s development. The goal of […]
Anam Cara Theatre Company seeks proposals for 2016-17 season
PRESS RELEASE: Anam Cara Theatre Company is currently accepting play proposals for our 2016-2017 Season. Proposals will be accepted from directors interested in directing a specific play, directors open to directing any play, and playwrights interested in having Anam Cara Theatre Company produce a play they have written. Performances will occur between October 2016 and […]
Asheville Art Museum hosts workshop on the power of art and writing
PRESS RELEASE: JANUARY 23, 30, FEBRUARY 6 + 13 – Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Members: $80 | Non-members: $100 Instructor: Stefanie Wielkopolan The Asheville Art Museum is excited to present a four-part writing workshop, where participants will explore the influence that the visual arts have on emotions, memories and stories. Each week focuses […]
Violinist Stefan Jackiw signs CDs at MetroWines, Feb. 11
PRESS RELEASE: Highly regarded around the world for his musicianship, Violinist Stefan Jackiw will be @MetroWines to sign his CD on Thursday, February 11th from 6 to 7pm. We will be tasting wines from Robert Walter Selections, a local Asheville Importer. This event is “on the house @MetroWines” and parking is free, easy and close. […]
New York Times examines McCrory law on ultrasounds
Sent from the North Carolina Democratic Party: Law on Ultrasounds Reignites Abortion Battle in North Carolina The New York Times By Richard Fausset 1/10/16 RALEIGH, N.C. — A state law requiring that doctors who perform an abortion after the 16th week of pregnancy supply an ultrasound to state officials has sparked a new and bitter […]