Press release from the Pope Foundation: RALEIGH, N.C. – The John William Pope Foundation has opened the application period for the 2018 Joy Pope Memorial Grant in The Arts and the 2018 Joy Pope Memorial Grant in Human Services. Applications can be submitted from July 1 – September 15, 2017 for the two $100,000 grants, […]
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Warren Wilson named one of Fiske Guide to Colleges Best Buy of 2018
Press Release from Warren Wilson College: Asheville, NC — For the 12th time, the “Fiske Guide to Colleges” names Warren Wilson College to its annual “best buy” list. Only 38 institutions across the U.S., the U.K. and Canada made the 2018 list. The “Fiske Guide” list distinguishes schools with “quality academic offerings and affordable cost.” […]
2017 N.C. Mountain State Fair entry deadlines approaching
Press release from the N.C. Department of Agriculture: FLETCHER – Deadlines are quickly approaching for folks hoping to showcase their skills and hard work at the 2017 N.C. Mountain State Fair, Sept. 8-17 at the Western N.C. Agricultural Center. “Whether you are a 4-H student exhibiting your first goat or a fourth-generation farmer with an […]
Robert Jason Owens indicted for murder of Zebb Quinn
Press release: Robert Jason Owens Indicted for Murder of Zebb Quinn Asheville, NC (July 10, 2017): Today a Buncombe County Grand Jury returned an indictment charging Robert Jason Owens with First Degree Murder for the death of Zebb Wayne Quinn on January 2, 2000. This indictment is the result of years of investigative work and […]
Harris Regional Hospital to host American Red Cross blood drive July 20
Press release from Harris Regional Hospital: SYLVA – Harris Regional Hospital, in partnership with the American Red Cross, will host a blood drive 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, July 20. All blood types are needed. Donors will need to bring photo identification. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification […]
Mortgage Bankers Association of WNC hosts home loan education event July 22
From the Mortgage Bankers Association of WNC: MBA of WNC to Offer Free Home Loan Education Event Location: Asheville, NC Venue: Asheville Food Park Date: Saturday, July 22nd, 2017 Time: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tickets: Free Thinking of purchasing a home, but not sure where to start? Join the Mortgage Banks Association of WNC on July […]
Music on Main Street: Gotcha Grove and Classic Car Cruise-In, Aug. 4
Press release from Henderson County Tourism Development Authority: The Music on Main Street concert on Friday, August 4 will feature a wide variety of music performed by Gotcha Groove, based out of Marion, NC. They play such favorites as: Crazy Little Thing Called Love, Hurts So Good, I Heard Through the Grapevine, Johnny B. Goode, Living in America, Never […]
Laura Boosinger and Josh Goforth to perform for the Songcatchers Music Series
Press release from U.S. Department of Agriculture: PISGAH FOREST, N.C., July 10, 2017 – Acclaimed musicians Laura Boosinger and Josh Goforth will perform for the Cradle of Forestry in America’s annual Songcatchers Music Series Sunday, July 16. Now in its 15th year, the series is held each Sunday afternoon in July, beginning at 4:00 p.m. […]
Free lecture at The Collider to provide eclipse education on July 21
Press release from Asheville Museum of Science: ASHEVILLE, NC – July 10, 2017: The Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS) and The Collider announce their next co-hosted installment of the Science Pub, a free Friday night guest speaker series. “2017 Carolina Total Solar Eclipse” will be presented by Christi Whitworth, Director of Learning Experiences with the […]
New website to publish commentaries about NC public policy issues
Press release from Carolina Commentary: Carolina Commentary, a not-for-profit platform established for the purpose of commenting on North Carolina public policy issues, launched today with a commentary about the deportation of the undocumented parents of American born children. This and other commentaries can be found at carolinacommentary.com. Writers for the site hope to contribute to more […]
YMCA Camp Watia receives $45,000 donation from Brumit Restaurant Group
PRESS RELEASE from YMCA of Western North Carolina: Asheville, N.C., July 10, 2017 – Overnight summer camp is within reach for more local children thanks to a recent community donation campaign at the Brumit Restaurant Group’s 47 Arby’s locations. The promotion raised $45,000 for YMCA Camp Watia. Arby’s customers who made a donation received a coupon […]
Native Asheville Woman with disabilities publishes book
Press release from Open Hearts Art Center: Native Asheville Woman with disabilities publishes book about her life to inspire others and change Public Perception Nicole Rotundo, a 33 year old woman with Down Syndrome and a native of Asheville, has published a book about her life. Her goal is to inspire others to live their […]
Penland School of Crafts holds its annual benefit auction, Aug. 11 and 12
Press release: The Penland School of Crafts 32nd Annual Benefit Auction will take place on August 11 and 12 on the historic Penland campus, north of Asheville. The gala weekend event includes live and silent auctions, food, receptions at the Penland Gallery and the studios of Penland’s resident artists, and displays of work donated by […]
Dave Losso & Jason Melton Comedy Tour July 15th at The Southern Kitchen and Bar
Press release from Asheville Comedy Festival: Dave Losso & Jason Melton Comedy Tour July 15th at The Southern Kitchen and Bar Disclaimer Stand Up Lounge presents The Muscular Geniuses Comedy Tour starring Dave Losso and Jason Melton Saturday, July 15th at 9pm The Southern Kitchen and Bar in Downtown Asheville For the first time, two […]
‘Trying to Get By’ exhibit addresses low wages in N.C.
Press release from Asheville-Buncombe County NAACP President: On Tuesday July 11th at 6:30pm, Asheville-Buncombe NAACP, Just Economics, Raising Wages NC, and Working Films will host, Trying to Get By: [Not] Making Ends Meet in North Carolina. The exhibit documents workers trying to survive in NC’s low-wage economy. Curated by students at Duke University, the exhibit features several short […]
Free lecture on foot pain solutions July 13
Press release: Foot Pain Solutions: A Workshop will be held at the Fairview Chiropractic Center, 2 Fairview Hills Dr., Fairview, NC on Thursday, July 13, 5:15 -6 p.m. The causes of many different types of foot problems and do it yourself treatments, as well as when to get professional help, will be discussed. Pre-registered attendees can […]
Bothwell files for reelection to Asheville City Council
Press release from Cecil Bothwell: Citing his successful record as a member of Asheville’s City Council, Cecil Bothwell has filed for re-election. “I have always listened to the people of Asheville and have done my utmost to move the City in the right direction,” he said. “While commercial interests often seem to pull the strings, I […]
APD requests assistance locating murder suspect
Press release: Asheville Police Department Requests Assistance to Locate Sharod Terrell Woods, Wanted for First Degree Murder Asheville, NC (July 9, 2017): On July 8th at 8:12 p.m. the Asheville Police Department responded to a report of shots fired resulting in a gunshot wound in Livingston Street Apartments. Upon arriving to the scene they located […]
Talk with a Doc about shoulder pain at Haywood Regional Medical Center July 18
Press release: Dr. Benjamin Debelak, an orthopedic surgeon at Haywood Regional Medical Center, will be presenting the Talk with a Doc dinner seminar “Shoulder Pain: Causes and Treatment” on Tuesday July 18th, 2017 at 6 p.m. at the Haywood Regional Medical Center – Café. Dr. Debelak will speak while patrons enjoy a healthy meal. Afterward, he will circulate to visit […]
Haywood Regional Health & Fitness Center holds Walk with a Doc event July 12
Press release: Haywood Regional Health & Fitness Center (HRHFC) will be holding an event on Wed. July 12 at 9:30 a.m. in honor of a new program at Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC), Walk with a Doc. Community members and HRHFC members are encouraged to join in on the movement. Event will be held at the […]
Pardee Hospital Foundation to receive $25,000 from Rug & Home at July 12 ceremony
Press release: Pardee Hospital Foundation announced today that Rug & Home founder and chief executive officer Rakesh Agarwal will have the final $25,000 of a $50,000 gift presented to the Foundation at a ceremony on Wednesday, July 12 at Rug & Home’s Asheville store, located at 799-B Brevard Road, Asheville. The check will be […]