PRESS RELEASE FROM CAROLINA PUBLIC PRESS: Carolina Public Press, the regional online nonprofit news organization, will hold a free and public forum about human trafficking on Friday, Aug. 12, from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at Lenoir-Rhyne University’s Center for Graduate Studies of Asheville. The forum will also be live-streamed for those outside the Asheville area. Panelists include Karen […]
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Local yoga teacher releases book
PRESS RELEASE FROM ONE CENTER YOGA: Asheville yoga teacher and teacher trainer Lillah Schwartz’s long awaited book “Healing Our Backs with Yoga: An Essential Guide to Back Pain Relief” is now available. The book is available at One Center Yoga, the studio where Lillah teaches, Malaprops and on her website, yogawithlillah.com. To […]
Safety Around Water donors support water safety program for local youth at YMCA
PRESS RELEASE FROM YMCA: The YMCA of Western North Carolina thanks Pardee/UNC Health Care and arena® swimwear for their generous support of the Y’s Safety Around Water program being held this summer in Buncombe and Henderson counties. Funding from Pardee helped the Y pilot the program, which is designed to engage and educate parents […]
A Cabinet of Curiosity: Selections from the Permanent Collection
PRESS RELEASE: The Rural Heritage Museum of Mars Hill University has announced it will present an exhibition entitled A Cabinet of Curiosity: Selections from the Permanent Collection, August 9 to October 16, 2016. This exhibition presents a selection of late 19th century objects once used by Appalachian home-steaders in Western North Carolina. Objects on display […]
Area’s June employment figures
PRESS RELEASE: Unemployment rates (not seasonally adjusted) increased in 96 of North Carolina’s counties in June and decreased in four. Scotland County had the highest unemployment rate at 9.2 percent, while Buncombe County had the lowest at 3.9 percent. All fifteen of the state’s metro areas experienced rate increases. Among the Metro areas, Rocky Mount […]
Amazing Pubcycle owners launch adult summer camp, Sept. 18-20
Early bird registration starts at $259 with all meals and beer/wine/entertainment included. PRESS RELEASE FROM EVENT ORGANIZERS: Summer X Camp, an all-new summer camp for adults featuring outlandish physical team challenges, nightly entertainment, and North Carolina brews, announces today open registration for their weekend of high-octane hilarity and adventure. Crafted and executed by the same […]
United Way of Henderson County and FamilyWize help local community save on prescriptions
PRESS RELEASE: United Way of Henderson County and FamilyWize announced today that local community members have saved $703,795 on prescription medications through the organizations’ partnership. The results were revealed in the annual Health Impact Report, a compendium of data reflecting the health and financial support offered by United Way and FamilyWize in its joint community […]
The Visual World at the Wedge Studios
PRESS RELEASE: Twenty Wedge artists have been paired with local and nationally acclaimed poets to create a stimulating new show! This will be the Wedge Studios second in a series of themed shows which opens August 11th, 2016. In a building that turns 100 years old this year, The Wedge Studios has become one of […]
Brewing for Greenways presents Drifter’s Escape Lager
PRESS RELEASE: Twin Leaf Brewery and Zebulon Artisan Ales have come together to brew the next installment for the Brewing for Greenways collaboration series to support Friends of Connect Buncombe. Drifter’s Escape Lager,a craft-brewed light lager, will be tapped on Friday, August 19th at 6:00 p.m. at Twin Leaf Brewing, located on 144 Coxe Avenue, […]
Season Finale: Tuxedo Junction & The Hendersonville Antique Car Club
PRESS RELEASE: The season finale of the popular 18th Annual Music On Main Street concert series will conclude on Friday, August 19th. The season finale features the sounds of Tuxedo Junction. Tuxedo Junction plays variety of music for all ages and musical tastes. This six member band plays classic music from 40s & ’50s swing […]
Brevard will host the annual Cycle NC Mountain Ride, Aug. 13 and 14
PRESS RELEASE FROM EVENT ORGANIZERS: Brevard is preparing to host the third annual Cycle North Carolina weekend “Mountain Ride” slated for August 13-14, 2016. Brevard was the starting town on the 2012 Cycle North Carolina “Mountains to Coast” tour and was the third stop on the inaugural tour that stretched from Murphy to Manteo back […]
City of Asheville to hold workshop on potential for downtown shuttle
PRESS RELEASE: The City of Asheville is working with Nelson Nygaard Consulting Associates on a study to examine downtown parking conditions and identify strategies for improvement. One strategy to consider as part of this effort is the introduction of a circulator or shuttle system. A circulator or shuttle system is a short and frequent transit […]
Jay Brown and Aaron Price perform at White Horse, Aug. 15
PRESS RELEASE FROM WHITE HORSE BLACK MOUNTAIN: Multi-instrumentalist and singer-songwriter Jay Brown often performs as the sole member of the Jay Brown One-Man Band, but he enjoys the opportunity to play along with his favorite local musicians. For the monthly Mountain Made Music series Brown invites distinctive regional songwriters to share the White Horse Black […]
2016 Regional Chamber Business Expo
PRESS RELEASE: The 2016 Business Expo will run 1-5 p.m. Wednesday, August 10 at the WNC Agricultural Center, Expo Building. It is free and open to the public. 1 to 5 p.m. Business Expo Make connections and find business solutions. 5 to 7 p.m. Hamburgers and hot dogs provided, compliments of United Federal Credit Union. […]
Annual Three Days of Light Gathering, Aug. 26-28
PRESS RELEASE FROM EVENT ORGANIZERS: At this point it is fair to say that 3DL is one of the most powerful and inspiring gatherings/festivals on the East Coast. This is because we decided to create an event that is 100% dedicated to creating something VERY special for our attendees: A space and time that enriches […]
Walk of Fame for Hendersonville and Henderson County
PRESS RELEASE: DEFINITION OF PROJECT: To recognize and honor on a yearly basis present or former residents of Hendersonville and Henderson County for outstanding and lasting contributions to the growth and development of the community through a walk in the downtown area designated as the Walk of Fame and having as its beginning and ending […]
Living Web Farms: Alternative grains production
PRESS RELEASE: Have you ever wondered how to meet the gap that exists between what you can grow in your garden, and everything that you actually consume? Mark Dempsey has too. After earning a graduate degree in soil microbiology, Dempsey worked in grain production and research at Penn State University. While most of that work […]
JB Media Institute hosts 2nd annual “Internet Marketing Bootcamp” August 23
Press release: JB Media Institute Announces Summer Internet Marketing Bootcamp ASHEVILLE, N.C. — JB Media Institute is hosting a second Internet Marketing Bootcamp this year for those looking to develop and optimize their online presence. The JB Media Institute Summer Internet Marketing Bootcamp will be held Tuesday, August 23, from 8 a.m. until 1p.m., at […]
YMCA of WNC thanks sponsors for supporting water safety program for local youth
Press release: YMCA of Western North Carolina Recognizes Support from Pardee/UNC Health Care and arena® Swimwear Safety Around Water donors support water safety program for local youth Asheville, N.C., August 2, 2016 – The YMCA of Western North Carolina thanks Pardee/UNC Health Care and arena® swimwear for their generous support of the Y’s “Safety Around […]
Buxton Hall Barbecue makes Bon Appetite’s “50 Best New Restaurants” of 2016 list
Since opening almost a year ago, the South Slope’s Buxton Hall Barbecue has quickly become a popular stop for Asheville locals and visitors alike. Now, Buxton’s getting some serious national attention as well. The barbecue hot spot was recently recognized in Bon Appetit magazine’s list of “50 Best New Restaurants” in the United States for […]
Different Strokes! presents Rasheeda Speaking, Sept. 1-17
PRESS RELEASE FROM DIFFERENT STROKES! PERFORMING ARTS COLLECTIVE: Different Strokes! Performing Arts Collective presents Rasheeda Speaking by Joel Drake Johnson Upon returning from a few sick days, Jaclyn notices some disturbing changes in the doctor’s office where she works. Meetings are happening without her. The doctor is acting even more awkward than usual. And Ileen, […]