Press release from Girls on the Run of WNC: Girls on the Run of WNC will be hosting their end of session celebration at 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 20, at the Asheville Outlets. Expecting over 1,400 runners, this 5K will give the participants a tangible sense of achievement as well as a framework for […]
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Writing from the Heart of Silence workshop, May 20
Press release from Aile Shebar: We will be Writing from the Heart of Silence, where all writing begins, Sunday May 20 from 2-5:30 PM, in downtown Asheville. Come prepared with a notebook you would write anything at all in, including your grocery list, and a fast writing pen you like. Dress comfortably; writing is a […]
Asheville author launches YA fantasy at The Odditorium on May 26
Press release from Lyndi Alexander: Local author Babs Mountjoy, writing as Lyndi Alexander, announces the release of her new young adult fantasy, THE LOST CHORD, with an official book launch on May 26 at a co-sponsored event with Asheville Cat Weirdos at The Odditorium, 1045 Haywood Road, Asheville, NC, from 9 am-noon. As a poisonous […]
Air quality forecast for Asheville, Tuesday, May 15: Moderate (YELLOW)
Tuesday, May 15, 2018, is a code green air quality forecast day for the valleys of Asheville and Buncombe County. No health impacts are expected when air quality is in this range. For the ridge tops, it is a code yellow air quality forecast day. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. The rating is based on ozone levels. For more information […]
Asheville Symphony seeks input on new music director
Letter from Asheville Symphony: Dear Asheville Symphony Community, Thank you for enthusiastically embracing this time of transition—joining us in welcoming the music director candidates who conducted audition concerts throughout the season. As we move into the final stages of selecting our next music director, we want to hear from you. Give your final thoughts and […]
Carl Sandburg Folk Music Festival, May 28
Press release from Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site: Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site hosts the 32nd annual Carl Sandburg Folk Music Festival on Memorial Day, Monday, May 28, 2018. This free festival offers live music performances from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. The folk festival honors Carl Sandburg and his preservation of traditional […]
Veterans Fishing Day comes to Owen Pond May 26
Press release from Buncombe County Recreation Services: On Saturday, May 26, 2018, Buncombe County Recreation Services, will host a Veterans Fishing Day at Charles D. Owen Park in Swannanoa (875 Warren Wilson Road, Swannanoa, NC 28778). Veterans (with proof of veteran status including VA Card, Military ID, NCDL with Veteran status or DD214 form) and […]
UNCA renames Overlook Hall to honor Anne Ponder
Press release from UNC Asheville: UNC Asheville will recognize Chancellor Emerita Anne Ponder with the renaming of Overlook Hall on June 15, 2018 during a ceremony for the campus community. The residence hall opened in fall 2012 during Chancellor Emerita Ponder’s nearly decade-long tenure at UNC Asheville, and it remains one of the most popular […]
Registration for Biltmore/Kiwanis 15k/5k Classic Races ends May 16
Press release from Kiwanis Club of Asheville: Running enthusiasts still have time to register for one of the area’s most popular races! On May 20th, athletes from across the country and local runners will tie their laces, stretch their hamstrings, and set their sights on winning at the annual Biltmore/Kiwanis 15k/5k Classic Races. Now in its […]
Tasting event for first commercial preserves made from Katuah Muscadines on May 20 in Marshall
Press release from Jewel of the Blue Ridge Vineyard & Greenhouse Nursery: On Sunday, May 20th we will be offering free tasting of “Jeannie’s Muscadine Grape-hull Preserves” at the Sweet Monkey Cafe & Bakery, 133 South Main Street, Marshall (across the street from the US Post Office). “Jeannie’s Muscadine Grape-hull Preserves” represents the first commercial product […]
Air quality forecast for Asheville, Monday, May 14: Moderate (YELLOW)
Monday, May 14, 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. The rating is based on ozone levels and particulate matter. Click on the map below for an updated, detailed forecast. For more information contact: WNC Regional Air […]
AIC brings TV Actors Maribeth Monroe & Jaime Moyer for comedy workshops May 18 & 19
Press release from Asheville Improv Collective: The Asheville Improv Collective is excited to bring to stage and screen actors Maribeth Monroe ( The Good Place, Workaholics, The Brink ) and Jaime Moyer ( Modern Family, Parks and Recreation, 2 Broke Girls ) to Asheville, May 18 and 19! The two supremely talented women will be […]
“I’m Not Dead Yet!” cancer crushing party with a purpose, May 20
Press release: Young mom, Julie Loveless, fights second battle with breast cancer and needs experimental treatments, not covered by insurance, to sustain her life. Fundraiser party and auction to pay for cancer care to be held on May 20, 2018, 4:00-9:00pm, at The Block off Biltmore (39 S Market Street 28801). Two and a half […]
Air quality forecast for Asheville, Saturday, May 12: Moderate (YELLOW)
Saturday, May 12, 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. The rating is based on ozone levels and particulate matter. The extended air quality forecast for Sunday and Monday is yellow for the valleys and ridge tops. Click on […]
Team ECCO announces shark hatching
Press release from Team ECCO: (May 11, 2018) Hendersonville NC – The Aquarium and Shark Lab of Team ECCO announces plans to have a new baby shark on Wednesday, May 16 at 4 p.m. We will hatch the baby from its egg, then transfer the young pup (which will still be attached to its yolk […]
RiverLink adds new board members and collegiate board program
Press release from RiverLink: ASHEVILLE, NC — RiverLink is pleased to announce nine new members have joined the RiverLink Board over the past several months and two positions have been created for local college students to provide board service opportunity: Leah Wong Ashburn, Leah is the owner and president at Highland Brewing Company in Asheville, […]
Asheville Police Department officer involved in shooting at 100 Tunnel Road
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (May 11, 2018): This morning at 7:47 a.m. the Asheville Police Department received a call from a manager at the In Town Motor Lodge (100 Tunnel Road, Asheville) reporting that an individual staying at the lodge was yelling aggressively and damaging property. Lt. Michael Lamb was the […]
U.S. News and World Report ranks SILSA as one of the nation’s top high schools
Press release from Asheville City Schools: The School of Inquiry and Life Science at Asheville continues to rank as one of the Top 10 high schools in North Carolina, according to the U.S. News and World Report. Evaluating over 20,500 public high schools, the online magazine published its latest rankings on Wednesday. U.S. News identifies […]
Deadline to apply for working capital loans in NC is June 13
Press release from U.S. Small Business Administration: ATLANTA – The U.S. Small Business Administration is reminding businesses in North Carolina that working capital loans are still available to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and private nonprofit organizations located in the counties of Cleveland, Henderson, Polk, Rutherford and Transylvania in North […]
Mercy Urgent Care to raise funds through annual Bike and Hike for Life event
Press release from Mercy Urgent Care: (Asheville, N.C.) Mercy Urgent Care is gearing up for its seventh annual Bike and Hike for Life fundraisers with Arts for Life and Sports Outreach. The events will start with the Hike for Life, just off the Blue Ridge Parkway on June 9. The fun and fundraising continue on […]
New Christy Minstrels member performs in Tryon, 5/17
Press release from Tryon Fine Arts Center: Who: William Florian What: Former member of the New Christy Minstrels performs at the Sunset Series When: Thursday, May 17th, 7:00 p.m. Where: Tryon Fine Arts Center, Tryon, NC Cost: Admission is by donation at the door Info: www.tryonarts.org or 828-859-8322 Tryon, NC: The 2018 Sunset Series at […]