From Buncombe County: Buncombe County Recreation Services announces Tails and Trails 5k Adventure Run – (Timed Event) September 6, 2016 For Immediate Release Event Contact: Jay Nelson 828.250.4269, jay.nelson@buncombecounty.org Media Contact: Lynn Pegg 828.250.6707, lynn.pegg@buncombecounty.org Pets and People in the Park! Let’s be honest, between work and our hectic plethora of family and life commitments, […]
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State seeks public input on water quality permit for Rogers Energy Complex
Press release: State seeks public input on water quality permit for Rogers Energy Complex RALEIGH – State officials are asking the public to weigh in on a draft water quality permit that would allow a critical step toward safely closing coal ash ponds at Duke Energy’s Rogers Energy Complex. The proposed draft wastewater permit mandates […]
The Upstate Book Project 2.0 seeks artists
PRESS RELEASE FROM EVENT ORGANIZERS: The Upstate Book Project 2.0 is now accepting applications from local visual artists who want to contribute both 2-D art and storyline text to a collaborative book that will publish in Spring 2017. This project is headed by Spartanburg, SC artist Bailie, who published the first and similar book in […]
Mission Health Partners and FirstCarolinaCare Insurance Company establish network relationship to serve Medicare Advantage beneficiaries
PRESS RELEASE: Mission Health Partners (MHP) and FirstCarolinaCare Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Pinehurst-based FirstHealth of the Carolinas, have established a new network relationship to offer a Medicare Advantage plan, FirstMedicare Direct, to seniors in Buncombe, Henderson, Madison, McDowell, Transylvania and Yancey counties. The FirstMedicare Direct Medicare Advantage plan will be available to seniors during […]
A tribute to Lennon, a benefit for Aurora Studio, Oct. 7
“Imagine Lennon,” a benefit for Aurora Studio & Gallery, will take place Friday, Oct. 7th, 6 – 10 p.m. at Highland Brewing Company. The concert will feature over 20 local musicians who will highlight Lennon’s musical genius, including The Alarm Clock Conspiracy, The Dirty Badgers, Cindi Lou & The Want To, Andrew Scotchie, Dorsey Parker, R. Scott […]
Read-A-Thon to support new playground at Atkinson Elementary
Press release: Read-A-Thon Fundraiser to Support New Playground at Atkinson Elementary HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (Sept. 27, 2016) – More than 350 Atkinson Elementary students will each grab a book and gather at their school track this Friday to kick off their 2016 Read-a-Thon, which is the first official fundraiser tied to the school PTO’s campaign to […]
Carolina Day School to host golf tournament fundraiser
From Carolina Day School: Carolina Day School Golf Tournament October 14, 2016 to Benefit Bell Fund ASHEVILLE- Please join us for the annual CDS Golf Tournament! The golf tournament brings alumni, current families, teachers, local business partners, and friends from the community together for a fun fall outing. This year we’re pleased to hold the […]
Tryon Arts & Crafts School’s “Black & White” gallery show opens Oct. 14
PRESS RELEASE FROM TRYON ARTS & CRAFTS SCHOOL: Tryon Arts & Crafts School’s upcoming Black & White Gallery Show, which opens on October 14th with a gala fundraiser and runs through November 9th, will feature artwork from regional artists produced in a variety of media designed exclusively in black and white. The opening, which will […]
South College gains Asheville campus as learning site
From South College: South College gains Asheville campus as learning site South College announced today the completion of a merger endeavor that results in the South College-Asheville campus, which had been structured as a separate institution, becoming a Learning Site of South College. “Transitioning the Asheville, North Carolina location to a Learning Site of South […]
Mitchell County Emergency Medical Services grand opening, Sept. 29
PRESS RELEASE: The public is invited to join community members and Mission Health officials for the grand opening of the new Mitchell County EMS station. A light lunch will follow the program. WHAT: Grand opening of Mitchell County EMS station WHEN: Sept. 29 at 12 p.m. WHERE: 121 Forest Service Drive Bakersville, NC, 28705. SPEAKERS: […]
McDowell Hospital holds “topping out” ceremony, Sept. 30
PRESS RELEASE: The public is invited to celebrate a milestone at McDowell Hospital with a “topping out” ceremony. Community members will join hospital and Mission Health officials in signing and setting the final steel beam in the $45 million expansion. WHAT: Topping out ceremony WHEN: Sept. 30 at 10:30 a.m. WHERE: McDowell Hospital outside the old […]
United Way’s Day of Caring recruits volunteers to help local nonprofits
Press release from United Way of Henderson County: On Friday, September 30th United Way of Henderson County is rallying almost 300 volunteers throughout the community for their annual Day of Caring to help make a meaningful impact in the community. Here in Henderson County, volunteers will be working on 36 service projects at 30 local […]
Grateful Steps published Middle Eastern love story
PRESS RELEASE FROM GRATEFUL STEPS: Grateful Steps Publishing House is pleased to announce the arrival of a new book by Asheville author Wayne G Cox. London to Kabul, the journey that led me to her is a look at the Middle East when it was a place young people could visit, commune with other travelers […]
Congressman McHenry’s staff to hold office hours in Columbus
From Patrick McHenry: Congressman McHenry’s Staff to Hold Office Hours in Columbus Polk County Constituents Invited to Visit with Issues or Concerns Tenth District Congressman Patrick McHenry’s staff will hold office hours in Polk County on Friday, September 30th from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM at the Womack Building– 40 Courthouse Street in Columbus. Roger […]
Asheville School Drama presents “Anatomy of Gray”
PRESS RELEASE FROM EVENT ORGANIZERS: Asheville School Drama presents “Anatomy of Gray” by Jim Leonard, Jr., coming to the Walker Arts Center’s Graham Theater on Thursday, October 20 and Friday, October 21 at 7:15 p.m. Director John Crawley is excited to present this ensemble play that the author calls “a children’s story for adults.” The […]
Composer and cellist John Steffa performs at UNC Asheville, Sept. 30
PRESS RELEASE FROM UNC ASHEVILLE: John Steffa, a composer and cellist whose works blend non-Western folk influences with contemporary Western forms, will host a concert of original chamber works at 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 30 at UNC Asheville’s Lipinsky Hall lobby. This concert, featuring local musicians as well as artists from Georgia, Florida and […]
Bus ridership week begins, Buncombe County Schools seek more utilization
Press release from Buncombe County Schools: Today marks the beginning of Bus Ridership Week across North Carolina. All this week, (September 26-30) the state will use total ridership numbers to determine local transportation funding for all school districts. Accordingly, Buncombe County Schools (BCS) is encouraging parents and students to utilize bus transportation-especially this week- as it seeks […]
WNC Green Party holds World Food Day event
From WNC Green Party: WORLD FOOD DAY CELEBRATION! A Mini-Fair & Food Justice Gathering “If you don’t love Monsanto, come join us for Sunday brunch!” Join us at The Block Off Biltmore, 39 S. Market St. in Downtown Asheville Sunday Oct. 16, 1-5 pm or until. We will be celebrating World Food Day with local […]
Air and destination travel focus of first annual Eliada signature event Nov. 5
Press release from Eliada: ASHEVILLE, NC, SEPT 26, 2016 – Eliada is proud to introduce their first annual Signature Event, presented by Blossman Gas. The Signature Event, will present the theme of “Going the Distance for Eliada Kids” with a focus on air and destination travel. It will take place on Saturday, November 5th at 6:00pm at the Signature Flight Support Hangar […]
Luella’s backs marching band fundraiser
Press release from Luella’s BBQ: Luella’s BBQ will be supporting the Asheville High School Marching Band with a special fundraiser at this week’s football game versus A.C. Reynolds High School (Friday, September 30). From 5pm through halftime, Luella’s will be smoking and serving BBQ at the Asheville High School football stadium. A generous portion of […]
APD seeks information about shooting at Livingston Apartments
From Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police Department Seeking Additional Information on Shooting in Livingston Apartments Asheville, NC (September 26, 2016): At approximately 1:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 24th, the Asheville Police Department responded to a call for shots fired at Livingston Apartments. Multiple shots were fired during this incident, resulting in two vehicles being struck […]