Press release: Mental illness and housing focus of upcoming forum Carolina Public Press will present a free and public forum about housing issues faced by those living with mental illness in North Carolina, during its next Newsmakers event, which will be held on Friday, July 21, 2017, from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at Lenoir-Rhyne University’s Center for […]
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The WCU Bardo Arts Center announces its 2017-2018 season
Press release: The WCU PRESENTS performance series, previously known as Galaxy of Stars brings professional artists from around the world to the Bardo Arts Center performance hall. Season Subscriptions and Multi-Pass Ticket Packs are now available to the public; single tickets will become available August 1. Season Subscriptions and Multi-Pass Ticket Packs are now available […]
Hobo Quilt dedicated to the Saluda Historic Depot
Press release: Saluda volunteers quilted a Hobo Quilt in dedication to the “hobos” who lived along and traversed the nation’s railroads in trying times in America. This group presented the quilt to the board of the Saluda Historic Depot to be displayed along with other railroad artifacts and historical displays. Along with the quilt, the […]
Asheville Outlets offers free Healthy Hikers Walkers Club
Press release: ASHEVILLE OUTLETS OFFERS A FREE HEALTHY HIKERS WALKERS CLUB SPONSORED BY ANYTIME FITNESS – PATTON AVENUE Membership is open to the Public ASHEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA (July 2017) – Asheville Outlets and Anytime Fitness – Patton Avenue are offering a FREE Healthy Hikers Walkers Club now through September 17th. The on-going walkers club is open […]
Partnership looks to increase cancer screenings for American Indian community
Press release: North Carolina Commission of Indian Affairs Membership Sign American Cancer Society’s ’80% by 2018’ Pledge: Partnership to Help Close the Gap for Colon Cancer Screenings in Disparate Communities Raleigh, NC – On June 2, 2017, the North Carolina Commission of Indian Affairs Membership put pen to paper, signing the American Cancer Society ’80% […]
Mayor Manheimer files for re-election
Press release: Mayor Esther Manheimer files for re-election “It has been and continues to be my great pleasure, honor and responsibility to serve the people of Asheville as your Mayor,” Manheimer said. “I am inspired to give more, fight more, and achieve more for all of our neighbors in this vibrant city that we all […]
Black Mountain residents advocate for nonpartisan commission on district boundaries
Press release: BLACK MOUNTAIN RESIDENTS ADVOCATE FOR NONPARTISAN COMMISSION ON GERRYMANDERING BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC – Recently, a group of ten Black Mountain residents met with Mayor Michael Sobol to discuss the issue of gerrymandering, a process that unfairly manipulates the boundaries of an electoral constituency so as to favor one party or class over another. […]
23rd Annual Philanthropy Institute coming to Western North Carolina
Press release: 23rd Annual Philanthropy Institute coming to Western North Carolina Who: The Association of Fundraising Professionals Western North Carolina Chapter (AFP-WNC) is hosting its Annua lPhilanthropy Institute (PI) on July19 at Blue Ridge Community College in Flat Rock. Founded in 1991, AFP Western North Carolina Chapter serves its members and community by providing development […]
Dewana Little joins Self-Help Credit Union’s WNC staff
Press release: Dewana Little Joins Self-Help Credit Union’s WNC Staff Asheville, NC – Self-Help Credit Union today announced that Dewana Little has joined its WNC Regional Branch staff. Dewana will be assuming a new position of Marketing and Administrative Associate, with responsibilities in marketing and community outreach, as well as collaborative work with local partners […]
Candidate filing for local elections begins Friday, July 7
Press release from State Board of Elections & Ethics Enforcement: RALEIGH, N.C. – Candidate filing for local elections across North Carolina begins at noon Friday (July 7) and runs through noon Friday, July 21. Local elections are held between September and November, depending on the rules governing particular types of election contests. This year, more […]
Hendersonville, Henderson County seek nominations for Walk of Fame
Press release: A Call for Nominations ‐ Walk of Fame for Hendersonville and Henderson County The Walk of Fame Steering Committee, a joint endeavor for the City of Hendersonville and Henderson County, was established in December 2015. Attached is the 2017 Annual Report for the Walk of Fame. This report highlights the accomplishments of the […]
Fresh Market hosts grand re-opening festivities at Asheville and Hendersonville stores, July 12-16
The Fresh Market is spicing things up! Food connoisseurs in the Asheville and Hendersonville communities will revel in freshness as the specialty grocer unveils a fully refreshed shopping experience in three neighborhood stores, beginning Wednesday, July 12 at 11 a.m. Guests can discover the best of each category down every aisle with an expanded selection […]
Registration now open for APD’s fall Citizens Police Academy
Press Release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville: The Asheville Police Department is now inviting residents to apply for the Fall semester of the Citizens Police Academy. The Citizens Police Academy is a free course that teaches citizens about the philosophies, policies and guiding principles of law enforcement and the ethical conduct governing police services in […]
Habitat for Humanity to dedicate six houses, July 14
Press Release from Habitat for Humanity: Asheville – At 3 p.m. on Friday, July 14th, Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity will joyfully celebrate with homeowners, sponsors and Habitat supporters and dedicate six new Habitat homes in its McKinley neighborhood in Shiloh. The media is invited to attend. What: A dedication and key passing of six […]
Wicked Weed donated $75,000 to Asheville Habitat for Humanity
Press Release from Habitat for Humanity: Asheville – Recently, Wicked Weed Brewing’s co-founder Rick Guthy presented Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity with a $75,000 donation. “We are very grateful to the Guthy family and to Wicked Weed for their generous gift. We will use this gift to build a safe, affordable Habitat home in our […]
Celebrated storyteller to perform at Black Mountain Center for the Arts
Press Release from Black Mountain Center for the Arts: Taking a Leap: An Evening of Stories with Connie Regan-Blake Celebrated storyteller Connie Regan-Blake brings her engaging humor and Southern charm to an evening of storytelling at the Black Mountain Center for the Arts on July 21 at 7:30pm. Credited with helping to ignite and shape […]
N.C. Works Career Center to host Asheville job fairs in July
Press release: The N.C. Works Career Center Asheville will host three job fairs in July. These will be great opportunities to talk with recruiters and hiring managers. In addition, Pisgah Legal Services and the Women’s Business Center (serving both women and men) will be available as resources. Employers include: Omni Grove Park Inn, PLI, Mission […]
Mission Hospital receives stroke award
Press release: Mission Hospital is pleased to announce that it has received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines® Stroke Gold Plus Achievement Award with Target: Stroke SM Honor Roll Elite Plus status. This coveted recognition means that Mission Hospital is among the subset of hospitals across the United States […]
MAHEC expands general surgery residency
Press release: Rural Western North Carolina communities should see an increase in the number of general surgeons over the next several years with the brand new, state-funded General Surgery Residency at MAHEC, beginning July 1, 2017. “This new residency is going to make a lasting impact on Western North Carolina,” says Dr. Michael Schurr, MAHEC […]
Hike to the highest lodge east of the Mississippi with Friends of the Smokies
Press release from Friends of the Smokies: WAYNESVILLE, NC – Bring your camera and your trekking poles for Friends of the Smokies’ day hike to LeConte Lodge. The July 11th Classic Hike of the Smokies is 10 miles, out-and-back and climbs 2,600 feet up the newly rehabilitated Alum Cave Trail. Come along and see the latest projected completed […]
Buncombe Outdoors Adventure Club offers entry level outdoor recreation
Press release from Buncombe County Recreation Services: Outdoor recreation abounds in Western North Carolina with plenty of camping, hiking, fishing, and paddling adventure to be had within the Asheville area. While the mountains and rivers call, taking the first leap into the great outdoors can often be an intimidating challenge for beginners. In an effort to […]