Press release from the North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities: The North Carolina Council on Developmental Disabilities (NCCDD) honors the significant contributions made by advocates who are actively working to change attitudes and support greater choices for a more inclusive North Carolina. The NCCDD is now accepting nominations for its advocacy and leadership awards that will […]
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U.S. Cellular Center offers new menu, begins composting
PRESS RELEASE from U.S. Cellular Center: ASHEVILLE — The U.S. Cellular Center is announcing a new and expanded menu for concessions selections at upcoming events to be held at the facility. Fresh philosophy: The U.S. Cellular Center is saying goodbye to pre-wrapped items that emerge from a warming drawer wrapped in a wad of foil. […]
Henderson County’s first commercial winery, Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards wins two of three Best of Show awards
Press release from Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards: Henderson County’s first commercial winery, Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards, recently won two of three Best of Show awards presented at the 2017 N.C. State Fair Wine Competition. The family-owned winery won the Best of Show award in the bunch grape category for its Laurel Hill semi-dry Vidal Blanc […]
YMCA joins Welcoming America and communities nationwide to celebrate Welcoming Week
Press release from The YMCA of Western North Carolina: Asheville, N.C., Sept. 12, 2017 – The YMCA of Western North Carolina will join Welcoming America and hundreds of YMCAs and other organizations nationwide to celebrate Welcoming Week Sept. 15-24. Local Ys will host free events to celebrate immigrants’ contributions to communities and bring together all residents […]
N.C. Mountain State Fair will reopen Tuesday, Sept. 12
Press release from N.C. Mountain State Fair: FLETCHER – The 2017 N.C. Mountain State Fair will reopen Tuesday at 3 p.m. on its regular schedule. The fair was closed Monday due to inclement weather related to Hurricane Irma. Fair officials inspected the fairgrounds Tuesday morning with local safety personnel and law enforcement. “We were fortunate to […]
The Grey Eagle presents comedian Emo Philips
Press release from The Grey Eagle: Asheville, NC: One of stand-up comedy’s all time greats, Emo Philips, will perform in Asheville at The Grey Eagle on Saturday, October 7th. Described by Jay Leno as “the best joke writer in America,” by British comedian Gary Delaney as the best joke writer in the world, and by […]
U.S. News and World Report’s ranks UNC Asheville No. 7 in public liberal arts colleges
Press release from UNC Asheville: UNC Asheville has tied for the seventh spot among public liberal arts colleges in U.S. News and World Report’s new “2018 Best Colleges,” released online today. The university also earns recognition as one of the 25 National Liberal Arts Colleges where students graduate with the least amount of debt – an […]
Vintage trailers return to Maggie Valley
Press release from Haywood Waterways Association: Southern Vintage Trailer Friends is hosting a Vintage Camper Show on Saturday, September 23 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event will be at Stonebridge Campground, 1786 Soco Road (Hwy 19) in Maggie Valley. Over 50 trailers will be on display with owners on hand to answer questions […]
Jim Casada presents: “The Legacy of a Mountain Man: True Adventures in the Smokies,” Sept. 28 at Western Carolina University
Press release from Western Carolina University: CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University’s Hunter Library will host a free program Thursday, Sept. 28, titled “The Legacy of a Mountain Man: True Adventures in the Smokies,” and presented by Jim Casada, a noted outdoors writer and Smokies enthusiast. The program will be held at 4:30 p.m. in the […]
UpCountry Brewing Co. to host breakfast and beer dinner, Sept. 14
On September 14, 2017, UpCountry Brewing will host its first Breakfast & Beer Pairing Dinner prepared by Executive Chef Matt Kovitch. The five-course meal will be breakfast themed, with each course paired with one of UpCountry’s house brewed beers. The courses are as follows: Upon arrival, a pint of the ‘Bernie Sanders is the Original […]
WNC Regional Air Quality Agency meeting rescheduled to Sept. 26
Press release: The Western North Carolina Regional Air Quality Agency Board of Directors has rescheduled its Sept. 11 meeting for Sept. 26 at 4 p.m. at the Buncombe CountyPlanning and Development Board Room at 30 Valley St. You can view the agenda here. [This post, originally published on 9/1/17, was updated on 9/11/17.]
Bold Rock the first hard cider company to release 15-pack of 12-ounce cans
Press release from Bold Rock Hard Cider: Bold Rock Hard Cider has announced the release of Bold Rock Apple, its flagship style, in a new package offering – 15 pack, 12 oz cans with a new creative design. Available in October 2017, Bold Rock will become the first hard cider company to release 12 oz cans […]
TSA spots loaded gun at Asheville Regional Airport security checkpoint
Press release from the Transportation Security Administration: Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers prevented a passenger from bringing a loaded handgun on board a plane at a Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) checkpoint. The incident occurred this morning just after 6 a.m. The passenger was stopped by TSA officers with a loaded .40 caliber handgun. The TSA officer […]
Buncombe County schools release early on Monday, Sept. 11 due to weather
Announcement from Buncombe County Schools: Due to the concerns of heavy rain and high wind conditions due to Hurricane Irma this afternoon, Buncombe County Schools students will dismiss 2 hours early on Monday, September 11. Buses will begin their routes two hours early and parents who pick up their students after school may do so […]
Activists organize in attempt to halt Atlantic Coast Pipeline
Activist groups in North Carolina are protesting the proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline this month in advance of the project coming before the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality for consideration of whether or not to grant a water quality permit. And locally a group plans to protest and forego food in front of the DEQ office […]
Green Opportunities gets $900,000 YouthBuild Grant
Press release from Green Opportunities: Asheville, NC-based non-profit Green Opportunities (GO) has been awarded a YouthBuild grant by the U.S. Department of Labor. GO is one of 77 programs from across the country to receive a YouthBuild grant this funding cycle. The $910,655 three-year grant will allow GO to increase enrollment of 16-24 year old […]
Blue Ridge Parkway Announces Road Advisory in North Carolina
Press release from the National Park Service: Based on recent and forecasted weather conditions and in the interest of visitor safety, the Blue Ridge Parkway is issuing a road advisory from Milepost 217 to Milepost 469, all areas south of the NC/VA state line, from Monday morning September 11, 2017 through Wednesday morning, September 13, 2017. […]
Arboretum photo exhibit to highlight mountain bog
Press release from The Nature Conservancy, North Carolina Chapter: Asheville – Asheville Photographer Michael Oppenheim spent a year documenting life in a rare mountain bog. Visitors to the North Carolina Arboretum will see what Oppenheim saw as he visited The Nature Conservancy’s Preserve in Henderson County. The Nature Conservancy will host an open house at […]
Asheville City Schools to dismiss early Monday, Sept. 11
Announcement from Asheville City Schools: ACS Operating on Early Dismissal Our Transportation Department and district Safety Teams have been monitoring Hurricane Irma’s storm patterns. Based on the weather forecast, Asheville City Schools will be dismissing its students early today, Monday, September 11th. Our elementary schools will be releasing students at 12:00 Noon. Asheville Primary will […]
N.C. Mountain State Fair will be closed Monday
Press release from N.C. Mountain State Fair: The N.C. Mountain State Fair will be closed Monday, Sept. 11. Fair officials made the decision Sunday in conjunction with state emergency management, local safety personnel and law enforcement. “We have been monitoring the path of Hurricane Irma closely over the past week. For the safety of our […]
Local volunteer wins service award
Press release from Winrock International: Winrock International announced it has awarded Andrew Goodheart Brown from Asheville with the President’s Volunteer Service Award, a national honor offered in recognition of volunteer service. Established in 2003, the award is available on an annual basis to individuals, groups and families who have met or exceeded requirements for volunteer […]