Press release from Lenoir-Rhyne University: Lenoir-Rhyne Asheville, in conjunction with Aisha Adams Media and the Martin Luther King Association, will be celebrating Juneteenth on Wednesday, June 19. Juneteenth marks the anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation, which was the official end of enslavement in the United States for people of African descent. On June 19, from 6 […]
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NC Bar to honor lawyers of color at annual meeting in Asheville
Press release from N.C. Bar Association, which will honor distinguished lawyers of color at its annual meeting, held this year in Asheville: The Minorities in the Profession Committee of the North Carolina Bar Association will celebrate the fourth installment of the Legal Legends of Color Award on Friday, June 21, in conjunction with the 2019 […]
Henderson County Health Department hires new Behavioral Health System Coordinator
Press release from Henderson County Department of Public Health: The Henderson County Department of Public Health is proud to announce it has named Jodi Grabowski as the Behavioral Health System Coordinator, a role intended to support and coordinate a formal community collaborative that will sustain and improve the local system of care model of prevention, intervention […]
First Restoration Services wins 2019 Griffin Award
Press release from First Restoration Services: First Restoration Services and project manager, Dawson Early, took home a 2019 Griffin Award for the rehabilitation work at Minnie Alexander Cottage. Each year PSABC (Preservation Society of Asheville & Buncombe County) presents awards to outstanding projects and individuals that further the goals of historic preservation in Asheville and […]
Last day of school extended for Isaac Dickson Elementary following water main incident
Announcement from Asheville City Schools: Due to the six-inch main line burst, Isaac Dickson Elementary School lost two hours and forty-five minutes of instruction time on Wednesday, June 5th. The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction has informed us this morning at 8:43 AM that yesterday’s lost instructional hours must be made-up according to their […]
AAAC names new Executive Director
Press release from Asheville Area Arts Council: After an extensive search, the Asheville Area Arts Council has named Katie Cornell Executive Director starting July 1, 2019. Cornell is currently the Development Manager for the Center for Craft and serves as the Chair of the City of Asheville’s Public Art & Cultural Commission. She has more […]
“Tucson Salvage” reading and screening comes to Malaprops on June 13
Press release from Platform Media Group: We are so pleased to be able to tell you that (Author) Brian Jabas Smith and wife (Director) Maggie Smith are heading to Malaprops Bookstore in Asheville on Thursday, June 13, at 7:00 p.m. to do a reading and screening of the award-winning book and film “Tucson Salvage.” Adapted from Brian Jabas […]
YMCA offers free homework help and other support for Buncombe middle schoolers
Press release from the YMCA of Western North Carolina: The YMCA of Western North Carolina provides free, safe, and stimulating afterschool and summer camp programs for students enrolled in Buncombe County middle schools. Y Horizons engages students throughout the school year with hands-on activities that promote health, wellness, academic work, leadership skills, and confidence. Activities […]
Isaac Dickson Elementary to dismiss early following water main break
Announcement from Asheville City Schools: We will have an unexpected early dismissal today at Isaac Dickson Elementary School. Dismissal could be as early at 11:45 a.m. Water Dispatchers with the Asheville Water Authority have notified us that a six-inch main line burst. Isaac Dickson Elementary School is currently without water. The Asheville Water Authority has […]
City of Asheville releases climate change resource guide, renewable energy draft June 19
Press release from the City of Asheville: Interested in local energy and climate issues? Come to the City of Asheville’s Climate Resource Guide release and Renewable Energy Initiative community update. Set for 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19, at The Collider, 1 Haywood St., Fourth Floor, the City’s Office of Sustainability and the Sustainability Advisory […]
Polk County government takes control of Columbus Farmers Market
Press release from Polk County: It has been brought to the attention of Polk County Local Government by the board of directors of the nonprofit Growing Rural Opportunities, or GRO, that there has been a potential mishandling of money associated with GRO. To serve the best interest of the taxpayers of Polk County and the […]
The Council on Aging of Buncombe County presents the 17th annual Successful Aging event
Press release from Council on Aging of Buncombe County: What? The Council on Aging of Buncombe County is excited to present the 17th Annual Successful Aging event. This one day conference includes breakout sessions on health and wellness, financial literacy, and more. There will be vendor booths and information about area agencies and services. The […]
Volunteers needed for preservation efforts, June 8
Press release from the Preservation Society of Asheville and Buncombe County: This Saturday is the final day to salvage the brick sidewalks of Chestnut Street. We need volunteers for a short 2 hour shift from 9 to 11 am on Saturday morning to help us collect historic brick for future use. Snacks, drinks, safety equipment and preservation […]
Air quality forecast for Asheville, Wednesday, June 5: Moderate (YELLOW)
Wednesday, June 5, 2019, 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. This caution is based on ozone […]
Mills River Presbyterian Church invites public to hear and learn about its Allen Renaissance Quantum organ
Press release from Ziprik Consulting: On Thursday, June 27, 2019 at 7:00pm the public is invited to a free “behind the scenes tour” of the Allen Renaissance Quantum organ at Mills River Presbyterian Church. Led by Louis Travis, organist for 20 years at the church, the “up close and personal” look at the Allen organ […]
Asheville Downtown Association’s Pritchard Park summer series launches
Press release from the Asheville Downtown Association: Asheville Downtown Association’s Pritchard Park Summer Series brings free, family friendly programming to Pritchard Park several nights per week throughout the warm season. All events are open to the public and suitable for all ages. Please note, shows are weather dependent, and lineups are subject to change slightly. […]
Charles George VAMC to host town hall, June 20
Press release from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: The Charles George VAMC (CGVAMC) is dedicated to helping Veterans to get access to the care they need at the right place and at the right time. On June 20, 2019, at 5 p.m., we will host a Veterans Town Hall, here at the Asheville VAMC. […]
City invites residents to review State Street resurfacing and sidewalk design
Press release from the City of Asheville: As part of the bond projects initiative, the City of Asheville is preparing to resurface State Street in West Asheville. This project includes sidewalk improvements and pedestrian enhancements, including ADA improvements and enhanced crosswalk improvements. Stormwater infrastructure improvements have already been installed along State Street in advance of […]
Local guitar company featured in Museum of Design Atlanta’s upcoming show
Press release from Aluminati Guitar Company: Locally owned Aluminati Guitar Company will display their Keystone model guitar as part of the Museum of Design Atlanta’s upcoming show Wire and Wood: Designing Iconic Guitars. The show will feature iconic guitars from the past, with an eye toward technological changes that will inform the guitars of the […]
Brevard Music Center opens 2019 summer festival, June 21
Press release from Brevard Music Center: Brevard Music Center (BMC) officially kicks off its 2019 season with an opening weekend of captivating performances from Friday, June 21 through Tuesday, June 25. The extensive schedule of events features artists including BMC Principal Guest Conductor and 2019 GRAMMY winner JoAnn Falletta, violinist Chee-Yun, soul legends The Temptations and The Four Tops, […]
Asheville City Schools names three new directors
Press release from Asheville City Schools: The Asheville City Board of Education unanimously appointed three experienced teachers to new roles as directors during its June 3, 2019 regular board meeting. Susanna Smith will be the new Preschool Program Director. Dr. Sherry Hicks will be the new Career and Technical Educator Director. Ian Nelson will be […]