Thursday, July 14, 2016, is a code yellow air quality forecast day for the valleys of Asheville and Buncombe County. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. For the ridge tops, it is a code green air quality forecast day. No health impacts are expected when air quality is in this range. WNC Regional Air Quality Agency 49 Mt. Carmel Road […]
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YMCA of Western North Carolina participates in Summer Food Service Program
From a press release: The YMCA of Western North Carolina is ensuring local children have access to healthy food during summer break through its participation in the federal Summer Food Service Program. Children at select day camps and participants in the Y’s summer learning loss prevention program receive free breakfast, lunch, and snacks. Funding […]
Aurora Studio holds open house, July 23
From a press release: The Aurora Studio & Gallery will hold an open house featuring the exhibit “Rays of Dawn, Growth Through Nature” on Saturday, July 23, 2-4 p.m. in the second floor gallery of the Education Center of The North Carolina Arboretum, 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville. The exhibit will feature artists from the […]
Goodwill: Free events offered during community appreciation week
PRESS RELEASE: Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina is hosting a series of community events from July 25 through 28. The public is invited to any or all of the events, which include: LinkedIn and Personal Branding workshop (Monday, 1-3pm) Community Resource Fair (Tuesday, 9am-12noon) Healthcare Job Fair (Wednesday, 9am-12noon) Appreciation Day (Thursday, 12pm-3pm) The Thursday […]
Special blood drive held in memory of Willis Wright
PRESS RELEASE: Over the course of decades, Willis Wright gave over 150 pints of blood to help save lives. Now, family and friends in Candler are organizing a blood drive in his memory to continue his legacy of helping others. Family members say Wright’s donations dated back to at least the 1960s. He was motivated […]
ALDI brings new jobs to Asheville
PRESS RELEASE: Known for offering wages and benefits that are higher than the national average for the retail industry, ALDI, one of America’s top three favorite grocery stores*, will host a hiring event for its Asheville-area stores on Tuesday, July 19. Opportunities within ALDI include Store Associate, Shift Manager and Manager Trainee positions. The hiring […]
AmiciMusic concerts on July 22-24
PRESS RELEASE: AmiciMusic (amicimusic.org) will finish its summer season of intimate chamber music concerts with a special program entitled “GUITAR GUSTO” featuring an intriguing mix of music for classical guitar and piano. The performers are Steve Newbrough on guitar and Artistic Director Daniel Weiser on piano. They will perform works by Boccherini, Diabelli, Bolling, Rodrigo, […]
Half a million people urge U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service not to abandon red wolves in NC
PRESS RELEASE: Today, activists delivered nearly half a million petition signatures to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) urging the agency to fulfill its legal duty under the Endangered Species Act to recover the critically endangered red wolf. It’s estimated just 45 red wolves remain in the wild. A total of 498,369 petition signatures […]
Former Asheville mayor and human rights leader named to Warren Wilson College board
PRESS RELEASE: Nearly 55 years since the first board of trustees assembled, Warren Wilson College continues to attract leaders who complement its mission and propel it forward. Elisa Massimino, president and CEO of Human Rights First, and Terry Bellamy, former Asheville mayor and director of communication with the Housing Authority of the City of Asheville, […]
CFWNC’s Melvin R. Lane Fund Awards $900,000 to Human Service Nonprofits
PRESS RELEASE: Six nonprofits serving Western North Carolina will receive $900,000 over three years from the Melvin R. Lane Fund of The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina. The grant program helps human service organizations improve operations and become more collaborative and sustainable in order to better the lives of Western North Carolina’s disadvantaged citizens. […]
Grandfather Mountain Camera Clinic returns Aug. 13-14
PRESS RELEASE: Amateur and professional photographers can now register for the Grandfather Mountain Camera Clinic, a two-day seminar that offers presentations from outstanding photojournalists and opportunities for participants to improve their skills. The clinic, set for Aug. 13 and 14, also allows participants the rare prospect of photographing scenic Grandfather Mountain at dawn and dusk […]
North Carolina Pesticide Board unanimously approves creation of task force to investigate risks of neonicotinoid insecticides to pollinators and aquatic species
PRESS RELEASE: Yesterday, the North Carolina Pesticide Board, the authority on pesticide regulation in North Carolina, unanimously approved the creation of a task force to investigate the harmful effects of a class of systemic insecticides called neonicotinoids that have been implicated in pollinator decline and aquatic ecosystem disruption. This decision comes after a number of […]
Updates from Asheville Police Department
PRESS RELEASE: In an effort to continue sharing information regarding the July 2, 2016 officer involved shooting in Deaverview Apartments, the Asheville Police Department would like to inform citizens of the current status of the investigation. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation continues to investigate the incident. The SBI has control over Mr. Williams’ […]
City planners to host meeting on infill housing opportunities
Announcement from the city of Asheville: Like many areas of the state, Asheville is experiencing unparalleled growth. This has resulted in increased costs for both rental and for-sale housing units. Up to 43% of renting households are rent burdened, which is defined as spending 30% or more of household income on housing expenses. In addition, […]
David Joe Miller Presents WORD on Saturday July 30th at 7pm, Altamont Theater, 18 Church St. downtown Asheville
PRESS RELEASE: This special show will feature and honor Asheville’s very own “Storylady” from TV’s Mr. Bill Show. Gwenda Ledbetter began her career here in Asheville over 50 years ago and is now being honored by the National Storytelling Network with the prestigious “Lifetime Achievement Award.” She’ll accept that honor at their national conference in […]
Writers Who Run writing retreat and trail race, Aug. 3-7
PRESS RELEASE FROM WRITERS WHO RUN: Writers will be racing to Fontana Dam, NC on August 3, 2016 to attend the world’s only writing retreat that also incorporates running a race as part of the agenda. Space is limited to 32 participants who think of themselves as writers and runners (or walkers). The culminating event […]
Campaign for Southern Equality organizes trans employment clinic and job fair in Asheville
Press release from Campaign for Souther Equality: The Campaign for Southern Equality has organized the first-ever Trans Employment Clinic and Job Fair in Asheville. These joint events are designed to connect the Transgender community in WNC with support related to job-readiness and to local trans-friendly employers and resources. The Trans Employment Clinic will take place […]
FASHMOB fashion photography event held at Salvage Station, July 21
PRESS RELEASE FROM EVENT ORGANIZERS: Once again, on Thursday, July 21st, the most widely talked about fashion photography event returns to Asheville. This time, FASHMOB will take place at Salvage Station. This seasonal event provides a unique opportunity for photographers, designers, models, hair stylist, makeup artists, and other visually creative individuals to network and create […]
Alex Krug Combo offers inaugural set at Copper Crown
PRESS RELEASE: Asheville, N.C. DreamRock/Americana band Alex Krug Combo will christen the stage of Copper Crown on the evening of July 16. Guests will be treated to two free sets by the full six piece band as they enjoy cocktails and food in East Asheville’s favorite gathering spot. “We’re playing at our favorite place to […]
Lyric to Perform July 18 in final 2016 show of UNC Asheville’s Concerts on the Quad Series
Press Release: Asheville’s own Lyric will take to the UNC Asheville Quad stage at 7 p.m. on Monday, July 18, and provide the closing act for the 2016 Concerts on the Quad series. Concerts on the Quad are free and open to everyone. Attendees are invited to bring chairs, blankets and picnics to enjoy along […]
The Grand Opening and ribbon cutting ceremony for the new extension of the Oklawaha Greenway to Berkeley Mills Park
PRESS RELEASE: The City of Hendersonville and the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce announce the official grand opening of the new extension of the Oklawaha Greenway from Patton Park area to Berkeley Mills Park. The ribbon cutting will be held on Friday, July 29th at 4:00pm at the kiosk where the greenway extension begins. (Attendees […]