Press release from the Asheville Area Arts Council: The Asheville Area Arts Council is now accepting applications for North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program subgrants through May 31, 2019 by 5 p.m. Since 1977, the North Carolina Arts Council’s Grassroots Arts Program has provided North Carolina citizens access to quality arts experiences. Using a […]
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WCU hosts 17th annual Spring Literary Festival starting March 21
Press release from Western Carolina University: A resonance of contemporary themes in America as seen through the perspective of poetry, fiction, nonfiction and documentary will be featured this month during Western Carolina University’s 17th annual Spring Literary Festival. All events will be held at the A.K. Hinds University Center and are free and open to […]
Malaprop’s presents An Evening with Bishop Michael Curry on June 26
Press release from Malaprop’s Bookstore/Café: Malaprop’s is pleased to partner with The Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina to present The Most Reverend Michael Bruce Curry, author of “The Power of Love: Sermons, Reflections, and Wisdom to Uplift and Inspire.” Bishop Curry will be in conversation with The Right Reverend José McLoughlin, Bishop of the […]
State releases January employment figures
Press release from the N.C. Department of Commerce: The state’s seasonally adjusted January unemployment rate was 3.8 percent, increasing 0.1 of a percentage point from December’s revised rate. The national rate increased 0.1 of a percentage point to 4.0 percent. North Carolina’s January 2019 unemployment rate decreased 0.7 of a percentage point from a year […]
Hemp & Heal presents Brian Clement lecture on phytocannabinoids March 15
Press release from Hemp & Heal: Hemp & Heal will present an extraordinary lecture by thought leader Brian Clement, gamechanger, author, speaker and founder of the world-renowned Hippocrates Health Institute on Friday, March 15, 2019 from 6-9 p.m. at Asheville Social Hall. Jonah Bolt Yolman, founder of Hemp and Heal, said, “As the founder of […]
United Way of Transylvania County seeks grant review volunteers
Press release from the United Way of Transylvania County: United Way of Transylvania County (UWTC) seeks individuals with experience and expertise in management and nonprofits, and people interested in the focus areas of Health, Education and Financial Stability to join its Allocations Team. Team members will read and evaluate grant applications from local programs before […]
Asheville Kiwanis gifts $85,000 to ABCCM
Press release from Kiwanis of Asheville: In celebration of their 100th anniversary, The Kiwanis Club of Asheville will give a signature gift of $85,000 to help homeless women and children. It’s the largest single gift by a civic organization in Asheville’s history. Please join us on Tuesday, March 12, at 1 p.m. at St. Mark’s Lutheran […]
Franny’s Farmacy opens third location in Johnson City, Tenn.
Press release from Franny’s Farmacy: Two is better than one, and three is better than two, at least in the case of the newly launched Franny’s Farmacy – Johnson City, TN location. As a vertically integrated company, Franny’s Farmacy is one of the only hemp-based brands specializing in “seed-to-shelf” CBD growth, production, manufacturing and selling. […]
Tryon Block House Races rescheduled for October
Press release from the Tryon International Equestrian Center: To provide optimum course conditions for horses and jockeys, the National Steeplechase Association (NSA) and Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) have decided to reschedule the 73rd Tryon Block House Races from Saturday, April 13, to Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019. “Horse safety is always our first priority, and, […]
Mission Health lifts flu-season visitor restrictions
Press release from Mission Health: The latest report from the North Carolina health department shows a decrease in influenza-like illness in our region. As a result, Infection Prevention, in consultation with Mission’s Medical Director of Infection Prevention and Public Health Epidemiologist, is lifting visitor restrictions and moving back to limitations for all of Mission Health, effective March […]
WCU hosts open house on March 23
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, March 23. Hosted by the Office of Undergraduate Admissions, Open House gives visitors a chance to tour the campus, learn about the university’s wide array […]
Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education offers free outdoors workshops throughout April
Press release from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission: The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education is offering free outdoor-related workshops for people of all ages and skill levels throughout the month of April. Online registration is required for the workshops, which are open on a first-come, first-served basis. April 1 – Fly […]
Habitat ReStore raises $1 million through silent auction
Press release from Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity: The upper level of Asheville Habitat’s ReStore is regularly abuzz every other Wednesday around 2 p.m. when the bimonthly Silent Auction closes. But the level of excitement will be anything but typical on Wednesday, March 20, when auction proceeds reach the $1 million mark! Call it “a […]
Air quality forecast for Asheville, Saturday, March 9: Moderate (YELLOW)
Saturday, March 9, 2019, 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 particulate matter in the air. For more information contact: WNC Regional Air Quality Agency 828-250-6777 Air Quality Forecast for Saturday, […]
WNC Orchid Society to present 21st annual Asheville Orchid Festival
Press release from the North Carolina Arboretum: ASHEVILLE, N.C. (February 18, 2019) – The Western North Carolina Orchid Society (WNCOS) and The North Carolina Arboretum will once again jointly host one of Western North Carolina’s greatest annual plant festivals, the 21st annual Asheville Orchid Festival. As one of the premier orchid events in the Southeast, this exposition […]
Conscious Capitalism Asheville announces a March 19 kick-off gathering
Press release from Conscious Capitalism Asheville: The Kick-Off gathering is the inaugural event, kick-off, for Conscious Capitalism Asheville, a locally organically seeded informal chapter of Conscious Capitalism Inc. (CCI). This is the first quarterly event for 2019, offering connection and conversations for those wanting to explore, learn, advocate and elevate business and personal consciousness. Why […]
UPDATED: Asheville police request assistance to locate Travis Lynn Allison
The Asheville Police Department announced Friday afternoon on Twitter that Travis Lynn Allison has been taken into custody. Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (March 8, 2019): The Asheville Police Department is requesting assistance to locate Travis Lynn Allison. Allison has open warrants for Breaking and Entering (felony) and Injury to Personal Property. […]
North Buncombe High School presents the musical comedy ‘The Addams Family’
Press release from event organizers: Visit the mysterious and spooky home of The Addams Family as North Buncombe High School students perform this new musical comedy! Performances will be April 4th, 5th and 6th at 7 p.m. and April 7th at 2:30 p.m. at the North Buncombe High School James F. Debruhl Theatre. Advance tickets […]
UNC Asheville Student Newspaper, The Blue Banner, Wins Statewide Awards
Press release from the UNC Asheville: The Blue Banner, UNC Asheville’s student newspaper, earned seven awards at the annual statewide College Media Association’s conference held last month at North Carolina A&T State University. The Blue Banner received the following awards for 2018: · Best of Show – Online News · First Place – Digital Storytelling […]
Viking axe making class with Brock Martin
Press release from Green Energy Park: When: Saturday-Sunday, April 13-14, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cost: $380 (materials included), due at registration What to Expect: This course is designed to introduce students to axe making using hand tools while learning the metallurgy behind producing a quality tool/weapon. No prior experience required. Topics covered will include: forging vs […]
Blue Ridge Parkway tops 14 million visitors in 2018
Press release from Blue Ridge Parkway: The Blue Ridge Parkway’s 469-mile scenic drive, 369 miles of trail, 14 visitor centers, 8 campgrounds, 10 concession operations, 15 picnic areas, and numerous other recreation opportunities welcomed over 14 million visitors in 2018. These visitors enjoyed high quality experiences on and off the Parkway thanks to the vital relationship between […]