Press release from Lenoir-Rhyne University Asheville: In November, Lenoir-Rhyne University’s Master of Arts in Sustainability Studies program will be hosting two free film screenings focused on environmental issues. Doors will open at 6pm and screenings will start at 6:30pm both nights. Group discussions will follow both showings. Refreshments will be served and RSVPs are required. Both […]
Press release from Western Carolina University: Western Carolina University will throw open its doors for prospective students and their families and friends as the university holds Open House on Saturday, Nov. 17. Hosted by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Open House gives visitors a chance to tour the campus, learn about the university’s wide array […]
Press release from Buncombe County Recreation Services: Lake Julian Festival of Lights will once again brighten local holidays as it enters its eighteenth year of operation. The annual light show has become a local winter holiday staple, offering an inexpensive and accessible family-oriented experience. Lake Julian Festival of Lights thrives from its connection to the […]
Press release from Haywood Regional Medical Center: November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Join Dr. Scott Skibo, pulmonologist with Haywood Regional Medical Center (HRMC), for a presentation on “Lung Cancer: Improving outcomes through early detection, diagnosis and treatment” on Thursday Nov. 15 6 PM at Haywood Regional Health & Fitness Center. Lung cancer is often dismissed as a ‘smoker’s […]
Press release from Green Opportunities: Asheville non-profit Green Opportunities (GO) will hold its 2017-2018 graduation ceremony on Thursday, November 8 at 5:30 pm in the Arthur R. Edington Education & Career Center gymnasium, located at 133 Livingston Street in Asheville. The event is free and open to the public. At the event, GO will celebrate the […]
Press release form State Board of Elections & Ethics Enforcement: The State Board of Elections & Ethics Enforcement has received reports that ballots in some precincts in Wake County and other areas cannot be fed through tabulators. Initial reports from county elections offices indicate this issue is caused by high humidity levels. When ballots cannot […]
Press release from the Hendersonville Tree Board: A guided walk along Fifth Avenue in Hendersonville’s West Side Historic District neighborhood will highlight some remaining fall colors and over 80 dogwoods planted six years ago lining the historic roadway. On Sunday, November 18, the walk will begin at 2 p.m. Space is limited for the 90-minute […]
Press release from Malaprop’s Bookstore/Cafe: All across the U.S., Small Business Saturday brings together authors and readers in support of independent bookstores. At Malaprop’s, your favorite Western North Carolina-based authors volunteer as “booksellers for the day,” offering expert advice to readers and gift-givers. This year, the American Booksellers Association and American Express are working together with […]
Press release from the Asheville Police Department: The Asheville Police Department is requesting assistance to identify an individual posing as a security guard whom we believe to be surveying armored trucks. The individual is described as an older, white male, with grey/white hair and approximately 5’9″ tall. He is operating a newer model Mercedes 2-door […]
Press release from the Claxton Elementary Parent-Teacher Organization: Ready to start your holiday shopping with some local, handmade goods? More than 20 talented artists will be featured at the Claxton Crafty on November 10, 2018 from 10 am – 5 pm at the Salvage Station on Riverside Drive. The diverse lineup of offerings include on-site […]
Press release from Asheville School: Asheville School has been recognized as an Apple Distinguished School for 2018–2021 for its use of technology to prepare students for college and for life and its commitment to teaching students Apple’s Swift programming language during its co-ed summer app development camp. Apple Distinguished Schools are centers of innovation, leadership and […]
Press release from Hickory Nut Gap Farm: With cooler weather comes cooler events! Hickory Nut Gap Farm is getting Asheville ready for the end of 2018 with amazing events and local fun. EXTENDING FALL FESTIVITIES: We are excited to announce that with the late fall weather upon us, we are extending our Fall Festivities beyond […]
Press release from YWCA Asheville: With the help of funding from Buncombe County Commissioners and the Community Foundation of WNC, YWCA Asheville’s Early Learning Program renovated and expanded four classrooms this summer, giving them the capacity to serve an additional 42 children. They also have completed a much-needed kitchen renovation, allowing them to better serve […]
Notice of special meeting from Buncombe County: Notice is hereby given that the Board of Commissioners of Buncombe County has called a special meeting in order to call a closed session of the Board to consult with an attorney employed or retained by the public body in order to preserve the attorney-client privilege between the […]
Press release from Hands On! Children’s Museum: Hands On! Children’s Museum in Downtown Hendersonville is pleased to announce the opening of Makerspace, made possible by Exxon Mobil. Guests of all ages are invited to use their imaginations to design and complete a different themed project or craft each week. Makerspaces are mentor-led learning environments where […]
Press release from All Souls Counseling Center: All Souls Counseling Center (ASCC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Leslie McCrory, LPCS, LCAS, CCS, as the organization’s new Executive Director. ASCC Executive Director Leslie McCrory says: “There continues to be a mental health need in our region. I’m excited to work with All Souls Counseling […]
Press release from Haywood Community College: With the holiday shopping season just around the corner, the North Carolina Community Colleges Small Business Center Network (SBCN) encourages you to #ShopSmall and support your local small businesses. Nestled between Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Small Business Saturday® has quickly become a nationally recognized day to support local […]
Press release from the WNC Regional Air Quality Agency: Please find below the agenda for the Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018 meeting of the WNC Regional Air Quality Agency Board. This meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. at the Buncombe County Planning and Development Board Room at 30 Valley Street. If you have any questions, […]
Press release from Asheville Regional Airport: Beginning this weekend, travelers can book nonstop flights from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) on American Airlines to Philadelphia International Airport for travel starting on or after May 3, 2019. This new roundtrip service will be offered daily and will provide easy, nonstop access to Philadelphia, as well as many […]
Press release from Center for Cultural Preservation: The Center for Cultural Preservation is proud to announce that the David Holt/Josh Goforth duo will join the Center’s Keeping the Fires Burning series this November. David Holt is recognized as one of the nation’s foremost folk musicians and storytellers. For 35 years the four-time Grammy Award winner has […]
Press release from Rachel Bliss: Residents of Asheville’s Battery and Vanderbilt Apartments will have other things on their minds while the Annual Holiday Parade is happening downtown on Saturday, November 17. They will be setting up their first ever outdoor Arts and Crafts Fair and Show at 68 Haywood Street (Pit of Despair), from 12 […]
