From MoveOn.org: TODAY @ 5 PM in Asheville: Protest Outside Sen. Burr’s Office Demands Independent Investigation into Trump/Russia Following Comey Firing The nationwide noise-making protests, including a major protest today outside the White House, come after Trump fired FBI Director Comey, a “constitutional crisis.” Asheville, NC — Today at 5 p.m., protesters will rally outside […]
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N.C. Dept. of Health & Human Services holds Medicaid reform public input session in Asheville May 12
From the N.C. Department of Health & Human Services: Asheville Medicaid Reform Public Input Session Scheduled For Friday RALEIGH – The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services will hold a public input session on the transformation of the Medicaid and NC Health Choice programs (also known as “Medicaid reform”) in Asheville on Friday, May […]
NC Child report notes potential impacts of healthcare reform on Buncombe County children
From NC Child: 4.2 Percent of Children in Buncombe County Lack Health Insurance Potential Federal Cuts Could Increase Uninsured in Buncombe BUNCOMBE — Good health provides a strong foundation for children’s success in all areas of life, and health insurance coverage is a critical resource that supports health and wellness. Ninety-six percent of children in […]
Habitat for Humanity & Lowe’s team up for 10th annual National Women Build Week May 6-14
From the Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity: Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity and Lowe’s team up to build homes for Habitat’s 10th annual National Women Build Week in Asheville Asheville, NC (May 10, 2017) – Lowe’s Heroes will be among more than 100 volunteers to join Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity to build decent and […]
City of Asheville hosts affordable housing presentation, film screening May 17 & 18
From the City of Asheville: Community land trust expert to lead City of Asheville affordable housing presentation The City of Asheville’s Community and Economic Development Department will present the third session of its public Permanently Affordable Homeownership Solutions series at 6 p.m. May 18 at the Dr. Wesley Grant Southside Center, 285 Livingston St. The […]
Asheville Museum of Science hosts 4th annual “Under The Stars” fundraiser June 1
From the Asheville Museum of Science: 4th Annual Under The Stars Event Asheville Museum of Science hosts their 4th annual fundraiser at Smoky Park Supper Club ASHEVILLE, NC – May 4th– The Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS) is pleased to announce they will be hosting their 4th Annual “Under the Stars” fundraising event on Thursday, […]
Flat Rock-Hendersonville Chapter of PFLAG hosts COLAGE director Kaley Fry June 5
From Parents, Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, Flat Rock-Hendersonville Chapter: GUEST SPEAKER TO SHARE EXPERIENCES OF GROWING UP IN ASHEVILLE WITH LESBIAN MOMS Hendersonville, NC … May 9, 2017. The Flat Rock-Hendersonville Chapter of PFLAG (Parents, Family and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) will host Kaley Fry, Interim National Program Director of COLAGE (Children […]
‘Aging Gracelessly: 50 Shades of Fay!’ onstage at O. Henry’s, May 20
Press release: Come laugh your socks off. Goodness knows, we all need those laughs right now. After four books and countless magazine columns, award-winning author and humorist Fay Jacobs is touring with a hilarious and moving oral memoir. The performance, called Aging Gracelessly: 50 Shades of Fay is based on Jacobs’ four published memoirs. It […]
Pardee UNC Health Care nursing team honored with inaugural Hurst Gold Standard Award
Press release: Pardee UNC Health Care announced today that its nursing team has received the inaugural Hurst Gold Standard Award, which recognizes outstanding achievement on performance measures that directly impact patient experience. Hurst Ratings and Analytics correlates quality indicators associated with nursing care from recent publicly available Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) […]
The Collider hosts film screening of “Wings of Life” in honor of National Pollinator Month May 30
From The Collider: THE COLLIDER’S FREE MONTHLY CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENTAL FILM SERIES CONTINUES MAY 30, LAUNCHING NATIONAL POLLINATOR MONTH Family-friendly event is open to the public; co-sponsored by Oskar Blues Brewery (May 10, 2017 – Asheville, North Carolina): The Collider’s monthly movie night, presented by Oskar Blues Brewery and featuring films related to climate change […]
N.C. Senator Tillis holds Facebook Live Q&A May 11
North Carolina’s Congressional Senator Thom Tillis has announced he will hold a Question & Answer session on Facebook Live Thursday, May 11 at 5:15 p.m., according to a press release from Tillis’ office. The time of the Q&A is subject to change, depending on the Senate schedule, according to the press release. Any changes will […]
Sliding Rock now operated by Cradle of Forestry
Press release: Sliding Rock Recreation Area, Pisgah Ranger District, Now Operated by Cradle of Forestry in America Interpretive Association May 9, 2017, Asheville, NC: One of Western North Carolina’s favorite destinations, Sliding Rock on the Pisgah National Forest, will be operated by the Cradle of Forestry Interpretative Association (CFAIA) for the 2017 season. Carlton Murrey, […]
The Magnetic Theatre announces lower prices
Press release: Beginning this weekend—with the world premiere of award-winning local playwright John Crutchfield’s Malverse, “an urban myth in two acts,” about a white couple buying and renovating an old house in a traditionally black neighborhood, in a town suspiciously like Asheville—The Magnetic Theatre announces an experiment with dramatically lower prices. From now through November, […]
Air quality forecast for Wednesday, May 9: Moderate (YELLOW)
Wednesday, May 10, 2017, is a code yellow air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridge tops of Asheville and Buncombe County. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. WNC Regional Air Quality Agency 125 South Lexington Avenue, Suite 101 Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828.250.6777 Air Quality Forecast for Wednesday, 05/10/2017
Asheville Art Museum presents ‘Hear Our Voice’ exhibition, May 20-July 16
Press release: The Asheville Art Museum is excited to present Hear Our Voice, on view May 20 – July 16, 2017 at the Asheville Art Museum On the Slope at 175 Biltmore Ave. The exhibition explores the potential of visual art to empower people, artists and communities and promote dialogue. Significant events in history inspire […]
Land conservancies uncovering North Carolina history, literature
Press release: Land Conservancies Uncovering NC History, Literally Stephanie Carson MURPHY, N.C. – North Carolina has hundreds of historic graveyards – many of them on private property. Buried in them are puzzle pieces of history the state’s land conservancies are working to preserve. One example is the Welch Cemetery in Cherokee County, where the Mainspring […]
Mayor Manheimer to hold press conference concerning redistricting
Press release: Asheville mayor and citizens to hold press conference calling on NC lawmakers to pass fair redistricting WHAT: Press conference to call for the NC Legislature to end gerrymandering and pass House Bill 200 (Nonpartisan Redistricting) WHO: Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer, along with Common Cause NC and Asheville citizens WHEN: Thursday, May 11 at […]
Asheville sends elite young ski athletes to summer training
Dozens of kids from Western North Carolina will be representing the state at Mt. Hood Oregon this summer as they hone their skills as ski racers.
The Writers’ Workshop list of upcoming classes, contests
Press release: The Writers’ Workshop is offering classes and contests for beginning and experienced writers Each class meets on Saturdays, 10-4 pm, at 387 Beaucatcher Rd., Asheville. Registration is in advance only, at twwoa.org. Classes are $75 each, or $70 for Workshop members. Financial assistance is available for low-income writers. For more info, contact writersw@gmail.com […]
Eat Local Shop Local to help local businesses, United Way
Press release: Eat Local Shop Local to Help Local Businesses and United Way Eat Local Shop Local is United Way of Transylvania County’s annual fund-raiser focusing on keeping things local. At this point, 34 restaurants, retailers and other businesses have signed on to take part in Eat Local Shop Local on Saturday, May 13. Participating […]
Thai Friendship Dinner at Blossom to benefit Folkmoot
Press release: Thai Friendship Dinner at Blossom Benefits Folkmoot Blossom on Main will host a Folkmoot Thai Friendship Dinner on Thursday, May 18, 2107. 10% of proceeds will benefit Folkmoot’s year-round programming initiatives. Blossom is located in downtown Waynesville, 128 N. Main Street. Thai Friendship Dinner night begins at 6:00 p.m. and includes a fun […]