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Marion shelter reopened after campgrounds evacuated
Press release from the American Red Cross, Western North Carolina region: Red Cross Reopens Shelter in Marion After Evacuation of Campgrounds Polk County Middle School Shelter Closes (ASHEVILLE, N.C., May 29, 2018) – The American Red Cross, in collaboration with McDowell County emergency management, reopens a shelter at the YMCA Corpening in Marion after the […]
YMCA teams with Asheville City and Buncombe County school systems for Summer Meal Program
Press release from the YMCA of Western North Carolina: Fewer students will go hungry this summer thanks to a partnership between the YMCA of WNC, Asheville City Schools, and Buncombe County Schools. The two school systems and the Y are joining forces to give school-age children access to healthy, nutritious meals every weekday during the […]
Ways to reduce injury and illness due to flooding
Press release from Buncombe County Health and Human Services: Flooding and standing water can expose the public to infectious diseases, chemical hazards and injuries both during and after a weather event. Buncombe County Health and Human Services wants residents and businesses to be aware of steps that we can all take to reduce injury and […]
Annual Air Fair cancelled
Press release from Henderson County Tourism Development Authority: The Annual Air Fair hosted by the Western North Carolina Air Museum has been cancelled on June 2 & 3, due to flooding from the recent storms. The WNC Air Museum will be operate on their regular schedule. Visit the Museum’s web site for more information: http://www.westernnorthcarolinaairmuseum.com/
Breast Express raises awareness for breastfeeding June 7-9
Press release from Aeroflow Healthcare: The Breast Express, a colorful 40-foot bus traveling the country, is stopping in Asheville from June 7-9 to raise awareness and support for breastfeeding. Asheville’s Aeroflow Healthcare is a major partner, and its own mission aligns directly with that of the Breast Express. June 7 features a panel discussion […]
Second Saturdays in the River Arts District
Press release from the River Arts District Artists: On the Second Saturday of each month until the end of the year, the River Arts District will be holding gallery walks with live demonstrations, live music, wine tastings/spreads of food, and more! Meander the mile-long district while the artists keep their doors open late. There are […]
Local Grateful Dead & Allman Brothers tributes team up for family Jam at The Grey Eagle, June 15
Press release: Asheville’s DIRTY DEAD and JARVIS JENKINS BAND perform at The Grey Eagle! Local Grateful Dead & Allman Brothers Band Tributes Team up for family Jam at Grey Eagle! FRIDAY, JUNE 15, 2018 Tickets: $10 adv./ $12 day of https://www.facebook.com/events/186929962111138/ Asheville NC’s DIRTY DEAD are literally on fire. With high-energy, modern interpretations of the […]
County parks remain closed due to high water levels
Press release from Buncombe County Recreation Services: Buncombe County Recreation Services strives to keep the community safe during recent weather events. Some parks are open while many along the river banks are closed for public safety. The following parks will be closed as Recreation staff assesses the ongoing situation: Hominy Valley Park, Alexander River Park, […]
NCDOT crews work to reopen more than 50 roads
Press release from N.C. Department of Transportation: More than 50 roads across western North Carolina remain closed as a result of heavy rain from Alberto during the last few days. Some areas of the mountains have received more than 20 inches of rain this month, which has swelled rivers over their banks, washed out roads […]
Make Music Asheville returns June 21
Press release from Make Music Asheville: Make Music Asheville, a wild and wonderful mix of free musical events, returns on Thursday, June 21. Make Music Asheville is part of Make Music Day, a global music celebration that takes place on the summer solstice each year and brings people of all ages and skill levels together […]
Free concert series returns to downtown Hendersonville
Press release from Henderson County Tourism Development Authority: Monday Night Live!, the four-week concert series, is returning to historic downtown Hendersonville in June. The concerts will be held every Monday evening from June 4 through June 25 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. The event is hosted by the Henderson County Tourism Development Authority at the Visitor […]
American Sound Truck mobile recording studio grand opening, June 10
Press release from American Sound Truck: New Asheville vinyl record cutting company American Vinyl Co. built a 1950s-themed recording studio into the back of a van that cuts direct-to-vinyl records. They call it The American Sound Truck, a project inspired by a recording van run by Bob Fine more than 60 years ago. “We wanted […]
Buncombe County’s chief financial officer resigns
Message from Buncombe County: The County Commission received a letter of resignation on Thursday, May 30 from Tim Flora, Chief Financial Officer of Buncombe County, which will become effective June 15. Tim has worked for Buncombe County for ten years. The County Commissioners want to acknowledge the work Tim has done for the County and […]
NC Association of Chiefs of Police releases statement on recent Council policing motions
Letter sent by the North Carolina Association of Chiefs of Police to Asheville City Council: NCACP Statement – Asheville 5-18 by Daniel Walton on Scribd
Walk A Mile Asheville raises funds for Our Voice on June 30
Announcement from Our Voice: Symmetry Financial Group and Native Kitchen present the 9th Annual Walk A Mile Asheville Event, The People’s March to End Rape and Gender Violence. This fundraiser for Our VOICE takes place Saturday, June 30, 2018 at 10 a.m. at Pack Square Park. Please join us and walk a mile through downtown […]
Flood safety tips for propane users from Blossman Gas
Press release from Blossman Gas: May 30, 2018 – Asheville, NC – As the Southeast faces severe flooding in many regions, Blossman Gas offers key preparation and safety tips for home propane users to ensure safety in the event of flooding and/or evacuation. Following these tips can help alleviate potential risks associated with storm damage […]
Red Cross operating 4 shelters in WNC, one on standby
Press release from the American Red Cross: (POLK COUNTY, N.C. – May 30, 2018) – The American Red Cross is currently supporting 4 shelters and has 1 shelter on standby. Flooding has occurred in several areas and continuing rain remains a serious threat due to saturated and unstable grounds, with the threat of mudslides and […]
The POP Project is accepting gently used comic books
Press release from The POP Project: Comic books and graphic novels can be an important stepping stone in both early childhood and later-in-life literacy. For that reason and more, the POP Project is now actively seeking donations of gently used comic books and graphic novels (All Ages–T+) to add to our book deliveries. We kicked […]
Baby and Children’s Fair at Haywood Regional Medical Center on June 2
Press release from the Haywood Regional Medical Center: Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC) cordially invites all community members to a baby and children’s fair on Saturday, June 2, from 10 am to 1 pm at the Haywood Regional Health & Fitness Center, located at 75 Leroy George Drive, Clyde (adjacent to the hospital). This event […]
City of Asheville declares inaugural 7-Day Vegan Challenge
Press release: (Asheville, NC) The City of Asheville has declared the week of June 4, 2018, as the first “City of Asheville 7-Day Vegan Challenge.” Indeed it’s the first “city-proclaimed” vegan challenge in the US. “This groundbreaking effort was initially proposed to the city by Brother Wolf Animal Rescue. Brother Wolf’s goal for the challenge […]