Press release: The Campaign for Southern Equality (CSE) is providing a grant of $10,000 to Western NC Community Health Services (WNCCHS) to support its leadership and innovation in LGBTQ health, including its Transgender Health Program and HIV/AIDS services. WNCCHS and CSE are joining together to form this new LGBTQ Health Initiative to improve access […]
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Local church saves 386 tons of CO2 from atmosphere
Press release from Piney Mountain United Methodist Church: Local Church Saves 386 Tons of CO2 from Atmosphere Piney Mountain United Methodist Church in Candler will reduce carbon emissions by 386 tons and save $72,000 over 10 years as the result of a new initiative to care for God’s creation. The church received a grant to […]
Aeroflow contributes breast pump kits to women in detention
Press release: Aeroflow today announced a partnership with breast pump manufacturer Ameda Inc. and Grady Memorial Hospital to provide breast pump kits to new mothers for use during their time at Dekalb Detention Center. The Ameda breast pump kit allows for several women to utilize a breast pump to sustain their health, as well […]
PSNC Energy provides financial and hands on support for older adults in Henderson county through Meals on Wheels Program
Press release from The Council on Aging for Henderson County: PSNC Energy provides financial and hands on support for older adults in Henderson county through Meals on Wheels Program Through their corporate community outreach program, PSNC Energy has donated $2500 to the Council on Aging for Henderson County for their Meals on Wheels program. In […]
Solar Eclipse 101: Everything you need to know before the big day
Press release from Harris Regional Hospital: Solar Eclipse 101: Everything you need to know before the big day For months, news streams across the country have been filled with commentary about The Great American Solar Eclipse that will cross over 14 states in August. And for good reason. The natural phenomenon is rare in and […]
Mission Health awarded grant from Duke Endowment for integration of behavioral health and primary care services
Press release: Mission Health is the recipient of a pivotal $1.25 million grant from The Duke Endowment, a private foundation whose areas of focus include health and wellness. The Endowment grant will allow Mission Health to integrate behavioral health care together with primary care throughout western North Carolina, Mission’s 18 county service area. The need […]
Land Of Sky Regional Council nabs 3 Innovation Awards for regional projects
From the Land Of Sky Regional Council: Land of Sky Regional Council Awarded Three Innovation Awards by the National Association of Development Organizations WASHINGTON, DC – Land of Sky Regional Council Chair and Black Mountain Alderman, Larry B. Harris, is announcing that Land of Sky Regional Council has been awarded three (3) Innovation Awards from […]
Local NAACP to host training for advocating for school children on Aug. 8
Press release from Asheville-Buncombe County NAACP: Asheville, NC – Tuesday, August 8th at 6:30pm – 8:00pm Asheville Buncombe County NAACP Special Programming will feature, Keith Howard, J.D., an expert in education law, and in the area of advocating for children that attend public school in the state of North Carolina. His informational presentation titled Know Your […]
Asheville Solidarity Rally with Millions for Prisoners Human Rights, Aug. 19
Press release: The 13th Amendment of the US Constitution still allows slavery, creating an increasing population of caged people who provide free or near-free labor to stockholders of the Prison Industrial Complex and profiteers of mass incarceration. As a result, American jobs are lost and job-seekers are victimized because private industry cannot compete with involuntary […]
Warren Wilson College launches writers series with author Natalie Baszile
Press release: A woman inherits a sugarcane farm. Instead of selling it, she works to make it a successful business. That’s the foundation of Natalie Baszile’s “Queen Sugar.” But the book is quick to reveal its true purpose – to serve as a window into modern African-American life. It’s a window Baszile expertly invites people […]
United States Navy Band will perform in Asheville on Aug. 18
Press release: America’s Navy is coming to Asheville, North Carolina, one of five cities in two states to host a performance by the United States Navy Band during its 2017 tour — one of the signature outreach programs of the U.S. Navy. The United States Navy Band Country Current performance is scheduled for August 18, […]
Fall course catalog now available for OLLI College for Seniors
Press release from UNC Asheville: The fall 2017 course catalog for the College for Seniors at UNC Asheville’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) is now available online. Online course registration will be held from 10 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 10, through noon on Thursday, Aug. 17. Paper copies of the catalog and in-person assistance with […]
Buncombe County to be painted purple for Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Press release from the Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter: The Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter is inviting Buncombe County residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in Paint the Town Purple on Aug. 14. In Buncombe County, it is estimated that more than 5,600 individuals are likely diagnosed with […]
Back to Music School Week, with free workshops, at Asheville Music School, Sept. 5-9
Press release: Asheville Music School is opening its doors for a series of free mini music lessons, demos, presentations, and open rehearsals Tuesday, September 5th through Saturday, September 9th. Mini lessons are available on many instruments; by appointment only. Full Schedule. All events at Asheville Music School, 126 College St., except where noted Ongoing: 15-minute […]
Madison County Farms hosts farm to table bicycle event
Press release: Madison County Farms host 2nd annual farm to table bicycle event Marshall, NC – August, 2017 – Will Bike for Food. Join Madison County farmers for the 2nd annual Pedal to Plate farm to table bicycling event. The cycle tour offers a beautiful, challenging route, five farm tours & a delicious farm to […]
Updated: AT&T says ‘service is restored’ for Buncombe County customers
UPDATE: AT&T says: “Service is restored for customers in the Asheville area who had issues with their wireless service.” According the website DownDector.com, cell phone service for AT&T is down in Buncombe County. AT&T’s website requires a customer log-in to view outage maps. Xpress has reached out to AT&T for more information. UPDATE: Xpress asked […]
ABCCM launches expanded services for veterans
Press release: Regional Coordination Network Launches for Veterans, Service Members and Families NCServes-Western fundamentally improves access to services for veterans, service members and families ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry (ABCCM) announced on Thursday, Aug. 3, 2017, a major expansion of its Veteran Services of the Carolinas ministry with the launch of NCServes […]
AARP, YMCA partner to offer community-focused programming
Press release: AARP, YMCA partner to offer community-focused programming YMCA of WNC one of 10 Ys nationwide chosen for pilot program Asheville, N.C., Aug. 3, 2017 – AARP and the YMCA of the USA today announced a pilot collaboration to combat social isolation and improve health and fitness levels in older adults. The YMCA of […]
New trail opens for youngsters at Adventure Center
Press release from the Adventure Center of Asheville: On Aug. 2, the Adventure Center of Asheville opened its new Purple Trail at the Asheville Treetops Adventure Park. The trail includes 12 elements ranging in height from ground level to 8 feet off the ground for kids ages 4 to 6. Adventure elements include beam walks, […]
Air quality forecast for Friday, Aug. 04: Moderate (YELLOW)
Friday, Aug. 04, 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. Click on the map below for an updated, detailed forecast. WNC Regional Air Quality Agency 125 South Lexington Avenue, Suite 101 Asheville, NC 28801 Phone: 828.250.6777 […]
Local church saves 386 tons of CO2 from atmosphere
Press release from Piney Mountain United Methodist Church: Piney Mountain United Methodist Church in Candler will reduce carbon emissions by 386 tons and save $72,000 over 10 years as the result of a new initiative. The church received a grant to purchase and give away 1,152 LED light bulbs to the community. Each household that […]