Press release from Living Web Farms: The commitment to eating an abundance of fruits and vegetables is a great first step toward optimal health, but what do we know about the actual nutrition within our produce? Studies have shown that the mineral content of vegetables, fruits and meat has declined significantly in the past few […]
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Living Web Farms seeks summer interns
Announcement from Living Web Farms: Spend your summer at Living Web Farms Seeking 2-3 interns The goal of our internship program at Living Web Farms is to equip and educate aspiring farmers with the tools and knowledge to farm sustainably. At Living Web Farms we value education, hosting year-round workshops on a diversity of topics […]
Asheville City Council to hold planning retreat Feb. 17
Meeting agenda from the office of the City Clerk for the city of Asheville: Asheville City Council Retreat, February 17, 2017 University of North Carolina Asheville – Overlook Hall Guests will be able to park in available visitor spaces in Lot P17. They are able to register their cars using their license plate by calling campus police at 828-251-6710. […]
I-26 widening among shovel-ready infrastructure projects Cooper submitted to federal government
A planned widening of Interstate 26 through Buncombe and Henderson counties, as well as the planned replacement of the Blue Ridge Parkway Bridge, are included on a list of projects Gov. Cooper has submitted for funding consideration to the federal government. Press release from the office of N.C. Governor Roy Cooper: Governor Roy Cooper has submitted […]
WCU’s Mountain Heritage Center to present exhibit on African-American community, music
Press release from Western Carolina University: CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University’s Mountain Heritage Center, in partnership with One Dozen Who Care, will host a display on the cultural history and musical traditions of the region’s African-American community that will later be presented in neighboring towns as a traveling exhibit. “When All God’s Children Get Together” […]
Parkway Playhouse offers improvisation class for youth ages 12-18
Press release from Parkway Playhouse: Explore the fundamentals of comedy improvisation: team-building, self confidence, trust, speed, active listening, agreement, and a respect for other performers and their creativity. This eight-week intensive course introduces the basics of improve to develop characters, environment, and relationship. This class culminates in a performance of high energy short form games […]
Jewish Family Services welcomes six new directors to the board
Press release from Jewish Family Services: Asheville, NC: Jewish Family Services of WNC (JFS) elected six new Directors to the Board for 2017. The following community leaders will participate in governance of this growing organization: Edward de Bary, PhD, of Asheville, is a retired Episcopal minister, and is on the faculty of the University of […]
JELF interest-free loan for higher education
Press release from the Jewish Family Services: Applications for interest-free loans for higher education (college, graduate school and vocational programs) are available to Jewish students in your area for the 2017-2018 school year from JELF (Jewish Educational Loan Fund). From March 1 – April 30 (and from September 1 – September 30), the loan application […]
Shadow A Student Challenge
Press release from Henderson County Public Schools: One of 1,520 school leaders in 48 countries to participate in the Shadow A Student Challenge this year, Henderson County Public Schools’ Superintendent Bo Caldwell announced today that he intends to extend the school immersion experience beyond the two-week period in February and expand it to include other […]
Chick-fil-A to host first fundraiser night for Haywood County Schools Foundation
Press release from Haywood Regional Medical Center: Chick-fil-A Waynesville will be hosting their first fundraiser night to raise funds for the Haywood County Schools Foundation (HCSF) on Monday, Feb. 20 from 5-8 p.m. The HCSF is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization making educational opportunities available to students and faculty members of the Haywood County Public Schools. Annually, […]
Asheville Art Museum presents Pianoforte with Les Downs
Press release from Asheville Art Museum: The Asheville Art Museum is pleased to present the next concert in its Pianoforte series on Sunday, February 19 at 3:00 p.m. at Biltmore United Methodist Church. For this concert, we welcome Dr. Leslie Downs, who is active as both a solo and a collaborative pianist. He has performed in […]
Shipt launches grocery delivery in Asheville
Press release form Shipt: Shipt, the fastest growing online grocery marketplace, today announced that it will begin delivering fresh groceries to Asheville residents beginning on February 28, 2017. At launch, over 73,000 households in the Asheville area will have access to grocery delivery from Shipt. To celebrate the launch of Shipt in Asheville, annual members […]
APD seeks help locating missing person
From Asheville Police Department: Assistance Requested to Locate Missing Person, Sheila Lynn Seim Asheville, NC (February 15, 2017): The Asheville Police Department is requesting public assistance to locate missing person, Sheila Lynn Seim. Sheila was last seen on February 13th at her home on Shady Oak Drive. Sheila is a white female, 54 years of […]
Brevard College students showcase exhibition opens Feb. 24
Press release: The Brevard College Art Department is once again showcasing students’ original artwork in the annual Juried Student Art Exhibition. The show will run Feb. 24 through March 31, in the Spiers Art Gallery in the Sims Art Center. The opening reception is Friday, Feb. 24, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the […]
Ensemble Stage moves to Banner Elk
Press release: Ensemble Stage has moved its professional theater productions to downtown Banner Elk, relocating from Blowing Rock to the Historic Banner Elk School. The group, founded in 2009, will set up permanent residence at the historic school and give performances throughout the year. Its previous location at the Blowing Rock School auditorium limited performances […]
Living in Color
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Guides sought for Folkmoot USA’s 34th annual festival
Press release from Folkmoot USA: Though the work is demanding, the rewards of being a Folkmoot Festival guide are meaningful and memorable. A once-in-a-lifetime personal growth and cultural exchange experience awaits for up to 20 individuals, sought by Folkmoot USA to provide support for the 34th annual festival. Guides are ambassadors to visiting international cultural […]
UNC Asheville opens two new art exhibitions on Feb. 24
Press release from UNC Asheville: Two new exhibitions – the 50th Anniversary Juried Student Exhibition, and a solo exhibition by sculptor and craftsman Aaron Gibbons – will open Friday, Feb. 24 with evening receptions at UNC Asheville’s Owen Hall. These exhibits and receptions are free and open to everyone. Gibbons, a 2013 graduate of UNC […]
Park Ridge Health’s Dr. Carlo Mainardi recognized by the Expert Network
Press release from the Expert Network: Dr. Carlo Mainardi, Chief Medical Officer, Park Ridge Health, has joined The Expert Network, an invitation-only service for distinguished professionals. Dr. Mainardi has been chosen as a Distinguished Doctor™ based on peer reviews and ratings, numerous recognitions, and accomplishments achieved throughout his career. Dr. Mainardi outshines others in his field due to his extensive educational background, numerous awards and recognitions, and career longevity. […]
Hendersonville Sister Cities calling young artists and authors
Press release from Hendersonville Sister Cities: Hendersonville Sister Cities (HSC) is inviting local students aged 13-18 to participate in a local art and writing contest as part of the organization’s participation in the international Young Artists & Authors Showcase (YAAS) hosted annually by Sister Cities International. Locally, HSC will accept student artwork, photography, film, and writing […]
Gladys Knight and William McDowell build Reynolds Community Center
Press release: When Gladys Knight and Canton-native William McDowell joined together in marriage, his home became hers. William and Gladys own a property in Fairview just outside Asheville. It’s where their family members gather for special reunions and events and where the couple feel most at home in their lives these days, even amidst Gladys’ […]