Press release from Western Carolina University: Western Carolina University communication students are partnering with a regional health coalition and a new digital communications agency to raise awareness about the dangers of vaping for college students. A joint effort of Communication Department students and Residential Living on campus, MountainWise and WNC Digital, the public relations campaign […]
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Interstate 40 slide repairs in progress
Press release from N.C. Department of Transportation: N.C. Department of Transportation engineers have expanded the size of a repair project beside Interstate 40 to increase safety for motorists traveling in the area near the Tennessee state line. After expanding the project, engineers granted Harrison Construction an additional 30 days to complete all repairs. Transportation officials hope […]
Lacrosse group offers free clinic for youths 5-18 on April 28
Announcement from Cougars Lacrosse Alliance: The Cougars Lacrosse Alliance will host a free US Lacrosse clinic at Asheville High School stadium for boys and girls ages 5-18 of all skill levels on April 28th from noon to 2:00. This is part of a national clinic series designed to bring lacrosse to members of communities currently […]
The 2019 Biltmore Concert Series launches July 25 with The Beach Boys
Press release from Biltmore: On July 25, The Beach Boys are set to kick off the 23rd annual Biltmore Concert Series. Concerts are staged on the South Terrace of Biltmore House, with breathtaking twilight views of Mount Pisgah and the Blue Ridge Mountains. All shows start at 7:30 p.m. The 2019 Biltmore Concert Series line-up: July […]
Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site seeks volunteers
Press release from the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site: Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site is recruiting candidates for a new volunteer position, the “Sandburg Steward.” Recruitment sessions will occur on April 24th from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and on April 25th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm, in the garage next to […]
APD requests assistance to locate missing juvenile
Press release from Asheville Police Department: UPDATE: Baker has been safely located. The Asheville Police Department is requesting the assistance of the public in locating a missing juvenile, Safferon Baker. Baker was last seen in the Roosevelt Street area of north Asheville at approximately 5 p.m. on April 11. Safferon is described as a 13 year […]
Southern Mountains Homeless Coalition co-hosts family homelessness forum
Press release from The Southern Mountains Homeless Coalition: The Southern Mountains Homeless Coalition in partnership with SchoolHouse Connect and the NC Coalition to End Homelessness is hosting a forum focusing on family homelessness with particular attention to the needs of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-aged children and youth. When: Monday, April 29, 2019 from 9-noon Where: Eleanora […]
Local students participate in EL Education’s Better World Day
Press release from Evergreen Community Charter School: As part of EL Education’s “Better World Day” on May 3, 2019 8th grade students will teach Kindergarteners about water quality and healthy streams. WHO: Kindergarten and 8th grade students from Evergreen Community Charter School and Franklin School of Innovation WHAT: Elizabeth Post, science teacher at Franklin, will be […]
Hendersonville Police Department mourns the loss of lieutenant Jimmy Case
Press release from City of Hendersonville: The Hendersonville Police Department is mourning the loss of Lieutenant Jimmy Case who passed away unexpectedly on April 11, 2019. Jimmy was a longtime Hendersonville Police Department officer serving the city since 1999. He was promoted to Sergeant in 2012, became an acting Lieutenant in 2017, and received a […]
WCU’s John Whitmire named recipient of UNC System teaching honor
Press release Western Carolina University: As an associate professor of philosophy at Western Carolina University, John Whitmire grabs his students’ attention at the start of each semester by telling them that he really doesn’t care what they think. But, as a part of his overall teaching philosophy, Whitmire is quick to say that statement is […]
Buncombe County youth organizations can earn up to $1,000 through local program
Press release from U.S. Cellular: Starting today, local youth organizations can earn up to $1,000 through U.S. Cellular’s Community Connections program. Now in its fifth year, Community Connections provides sponsorship support to help youth groups pay for expenses such as travel, equipment and uniforms. Since launching the program in 2015, U.S. Cellular has awarded more […]
Hendersonville Fire Department to Conduct Annual Fire Hydrant Maintenance
Press release from the City of Hendersonville: The Hendersonville Fire Department performs hydrant maintenance annually in the months of April and May. This process consists of Firefighter’s verifying proper operation of the hydrants, recording various pressure readings, conducting basic lubrication, adding reflectors to increase visibility, and flushing the hydrants to remove sediment that may be […]
WCU School of Nursing students test virtual reality simulation technology at MAHEC
Press release from Western Carolina University: Students in Western Carolina University’s School of Nursing tested a new virtual reality simulation technology Tuesday, April 9, at the Mountain Area Health Education Center’s Biltmore Campus. WCU developed the innovative training program in partnership with Learning Lab 360 and the Mountain Area Health Education Center as part of […]
Attention bus riders! ART Transit Station construction to begin Monday
Press release from the City of Asheville: The first phase of ART Transit Station improvements are about to begin! On Monday, April 15, local contactor NHM Constructors will bring their crew in to mobilize for the stormwater drainage improvement project to the bus travel lanes and sidewalk. The construction crew will begin on the north […]
Workshop and concert with Andy Cohen at Flood Gallery, May 7 & 8
Press release from The Flood Gallery: The Flood Gallery located at 850 Blue Ridge Rd, in Black Mountain, NC will be hosting a workshop and concert with Andy Cohen. On Wednesday, May 8th- The Legendary Blues Guitarist Andy Cohen with special guest, Ash Devine, a donation based concert will be presented form 7pm to 9pm. […]
Asheville Outlets hosts Kids Day (And Then Some!) on April 13
Press release from Asheville Outlets: Asheville Outlets will join forces with area nonprofits to host a Kids Day (And Then Some!) event on Saturday, April 13 from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Kids Day will feature interactive booths and displays, live music, games, strolling magic, crafts, balloon art, face painting and a wide variety of other family-focused events […]
WNC Regional Air Quality Agency holds budget hearing May 13
Press release from the Western North Carolina Regional Air Quality Agency: The Western North Carolina Regional Air Quality Agency hereby gives notice of a public comment period and hearing regarding its proposed fiscal year 2020 operating budget. A public hearing on the proposed budget will be held during the upcoming Board meeting on Monday, May […]
City of Asheville approves lease agreement for new East Asheville Library
Press release from the City of Asheville: East Asheville will get a new library — in its same location — following action by Asheville City Council to authorize a land lease to Buncombe County for the library. During their April 9 meeting, Council voted to authorize a 99-year lease of 1.8 acres of property at […]
UNCA students protest Title IX representation, sexual misconduct response on April 12
Media notice from Occupy the Quad: My name is Sofia Falasco, and I am a student at University of North Carolina Asheville. My friends and I are organizing a protest against the school to address the university’s lack of Title IX representation, poor administrative choices in handling sexual misconduct, harmful police practices, policy hypocrisy, and […]
YMCA of WNC hosts annual Healthy Kids Day April 27
Press release from YMCA of WNC: On Saturday, April 27, the YMCA of Western North Carolina is hosting three community events to inspire more kids to keep their minds and bodies active. Healthy Kids Day® is the YMCA’s annual national initiative to improve health and well-being for kids and families. Local Healthy Kids Day events will […]
Asheville City Council passes FY 2019-20 fees and charges increase
Press release from the City of Asheville: With spring comes longer days, lovely blooms and — the City of Asheville budget season. Prior to adopting the fiscal year 2019-2020 budget in June, each April City Council passes its fee adjustments. On April 9, Council adopted its Fees & Charges for FY 2019-2020. “This year, the City […]