Press release from the Friends of the Polk County Public Library: Everyone is invited to attend a free talk by mystery writer Mark Schweizer at the Friends of the Polk County Public Libraries Annual Meeting on Jan. 29. Based in Tryon, Schweizer is the author of a series of liturgical mysteries featuring choir director/detective Hayden […]
News Bulletins
Watercolor Society of North Carolina opens exhibition March 1
Press release from the Caldwell Arts Council: The Caldwell Arts Council is pleased to host a western regional showcase of artwork by members of the Watercolor Society of North Carolina March 1-30, 2019. An opening reception will be held Friday, March 1, 2019, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., hosted by Caldwell County Schools Association of […]
N.C. Department of Transportation adds 16 new projects to its State Transportation Improvement Program
Press release from N.C. Department of Transportation: The N.C. Department of Transportation today unveiled its draft 10-Year transportation plan for 2020-2029 at the monthly Board of Transportation meeting in Raleigh. The plan, called the Draft 2020-2029 State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), includes 16 new highway projects in Division 13. The division consists of Buncombe, Burke, Madison, McDowell, […]
Inaugural Brew Horizons Beer Fest set for Feb. 23 at the U.S. Cellular Center
Press release from Green Built Alliance: During the coldest time of year, come together as a community to enjoy craft beverages from a variety of Western North Carolina’s best breweries and cideries, while supporting our region’s clean-energy future at the first annual Brew Horizons Beer Festival. The festival will allow attendees to enjoy unlimited samples of […]
Explore Asheville names 360i new agency of record
Press release from Explore Asheville: Explore Asheville today announced the selection of award-winning, Atlanta-based advertising agency 360i as its new agency of record. The agency will support Explore Asheville in generating national brand awareness that will continue to fuel tourism’s annual economic impact of $3.1 billion in the community. The selection of 360i reflects the […]
The Kruger Brothers come to Mars Hill University Jan. 27
Press release from the Madison County Arts Council: The Madison County Arts Council is pleased to host the Kruger Brothers once again on Sunday, Jan. 27, at 4 p.m. in the Broyhill Chapel on the campus of Mars Hill University. Tickets are $30. For more information, contact www.madisoncountyarts.com or call (828) 649-1301. According to the […]
Music Video Asheville announces call for submissions
Press release from Music Video Asheville: We are thrilled to announce a call for submissions for the12th Annual Music Video Asheville Presented by Prestige Subaru (MVA), the annual showcase to celebrate the collaboration of Asheville musicians and filmmakers. Last year, 80+ local musicians and filmmakers submitted their Music Videos for consideration in this growing event. Twenty seven videos […]
Eblen Dental Sealant Partnership begins 20th year on Jan. 11
Press release from Eblen Charities: If you happen to see a lot of bright and healthy smiles beaming from elementary school children in our community these past nineteen years, chances are one reason they are smiling is that they have a lot less cavities thanks to the Eblen Dental Sealant Partnership. Beginning this Friday, Jan. 11, hundreds […]
City of Asheville selects Art Ecologie as inaugural visiting artist
Press release from the City of Asheville: The City of Asheville is pleased to announce that Art Ecologie featuring Monique Luck, Flavia Lovatelli and Francisco Gonzalez has been selected as the inaugural Visiting Artist. Art Ecologie’s has proposed to transform the area with a multi-dimensional cube installation of metal/wood and bright imagery representing the past […]
French Broad Vignerons holds annual meeting Jan. 24
Press release from the French Broad Vignerons: Come enjoy some wine and munchies with friends and network! Our annual meeting will be held on Thursday, Jan. 24, 2019 from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Pleb Urban Winery, 289 Lyman Street, Asheville NC. The purpose of our annual meeting is to elect the organization’s officers […]
Tracy Buchanan named chair of YMCA board of directors
Press release from YMCA of Western North Carolina: The Board of Directors of the YMCA of Western North Carolina is pleased to announce the appointment of its new chair and four new members. Tracy Buchanan, President and CEO of CarePartners, replaces Charles Frederick of TD Bank as chair. Buchanan began her career as a physical […]
NC Radon Program provides free testing kits for Buncombe County through January
Press release from Buncombe County Health and Human Services: Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. after smoking and the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that is invisible, odorless, and tasteless. Radon is released harmlessly from the ground into outdoor air, […]
Buncombe County Board of Commissioners to hold special meeting Jan. 12
Public notice from Buncombe County: NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING NORTH CAROLINA 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 consider the qualifications, competence, performance, character, fitness, conditions of initial employment of prospective public […]
NCDMV closes Asheville license plate agency for possible violations of state law
Press release from the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles: The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles today temporarily closed an Asheville License Plate Agency in Buncombe County for possible violations of state law. The agency, located at 780 Hendersonville Road, was temporarily closed while an investigation is being conducted by the NCDMV’s License and Theft […]
Buncombe County offers amnesty for misdemeanors and traffic citations Jan. 25
Press release from Buncombe County: It’s a new year, and with it comes the chance to clear up outstanding matters that may be on a person’s criminal record. On Friday, Jan. 25, Buncombe County will offer an Amnesty Day. District Attorney Todd Williams says it’s a great opportunity to remove barriers that might be creating […]
APD requests assistance to locate Savannah Lynne West
Press release from the Asheville Police Department: The Asheville Police Department is requesting assistance to locate missing person, Savannah Lynne West. West was last seen on Oct. 25, 2018, in the area of Mission Hospital. West is described as a white female, 22 years of age, 5’5″ and approximately 110 pounds. She has blonde hair […]
Folkmoot offers Scottish Friendship Dinner on Jan. 25
Press release from Folkmoot USA: Join Folkmoot for a Scottish Friendship Dinner and presentation on Friday, Jan. 25, 2019 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Folkmoot Friendship Center, located in the Historic Hazelwood School at 112 Virginia Avenue in Waynesville. Enjoy a traditional Scottish meal of sauteed cabbage, parsley potatoes, highland chicken with […]
City of Asheville seeks members for citizen committees
Press release from the City of Asheville: The City of Asheville has various openings on various committees. Have you ever wanted to make a difference? Have you wondered, “Can the City benefit from my experience and knowledge?” Do you want to have a voice in the City’s growth and future? Do you want to be […]
Color Me Goodwill fashion show announced for April 26
Press release from Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina: Seven local fashion designers will compete in the 5th Color Me Goodwill upcycled fashion show, which takes place Friday, April 26, at The Orange Peel. The show includes returning favorites as well as designers competing in Color Me Goodwill for the first time. Each designer receives […]
NCDOT and City of Asheville to initiate study on I-240, Beaverdam neighborhood corridor
Press release from N.C. Department of Transportation: The N.C. Department of Transportation and City of Asheville have decided to take additional time for the planning of adjacent intersection projects on U.S. 25/Merrimon Avenue. NCDOT engineers and City staff officials will initiate a general study to examine the corridor between Interstate 240 and the Beaverdam neighborhood. “Working […]
Downtown Asheville businesses invited to take 2019 census
Press release from Asheville Grown Business Alliance: Downtown is the economic hub for Asheville and a five-county area. We’re booming. We’re growing. We’re attracting millions of tourists and are featured on dozens of top ten lists. How do we ensure we grow responsibly? How do we ensure businesses that have helped establish our downtown have a […]