Press release from the City of Asheville: With the holidays around the corner, the City of Asheville is excited to promote several festive events around town that encourage families to enjoy the winter season while eating, shopping and celebrating the holidays in the city’s business districts. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive in Asheville Friday, […]
News Bulletins
Speed limits drop in I-26 work zones
Press release from the N.C. Department of Transportation: The N.C. Department of Transportation has reduced the speed limit in work zone areas of Interstate 26 between I-40 in Buncombe County and U.S. 64 in Henderson County. The speed limit has been reduced to 55 mph in areas where lanes have been narrowed, bridge work is […]
Public comment opens for state free voter ID rule
Press release from the N.C. State Board of Elections: The State Board of Elections invites members of the public to comment on the proposed text of a permanent administrative rule pertaining to the issuance of free voter photo ID cards by county boards of elections. The proposed text of the rule can be found here. […]
Cooper appoints Adriana Chavela of Hola Community Arts to Hispanic/Latino advisory council
Press release from Hola Community Arts: Governor Roy Cooper selected Adriana Chavela, Executive Director of Hola Community Arts, to serve on the Governor’s Advisory Council on Hispanic/Latino Affairs. The Governor’s Advisory Council on Hispanic/Latino Affairs advises the Governor on issues related to the Hispanic/Latino community in North Carolina and supports State efforts to promote cooperation […]
Donna Ensley to run for Buncombe County commissioner
Announcement from Donna Ensley: Thank you to my 17,487 neighbors, residents and friends who cast your votes for me in the 2018 Buncombe County Commission election. You inspired me to engage even more deeply in our community. I have continued to work diligently in the past year to create the future that Buncombe County deserves. […]
Buncombe County announces more public input sessions for strategic planning process
Press release from Buncombe County: The Board of Commissioners is developing a strategic plan that will guide the County into the future. The first step in this process is a five-year strategic plan that will define priorities, guide County operations, and drive future policy and budget decisions. It will draw a vision for our community’s […]
David Burdette resigns as Asheville High School’s head football coach
Press release from Asheville City Schools: After four seasons, David Burdette has resigned as Asheville High School’s Head Football Coach. Burdette submitted his letter of resignation to the school following the end of the 2019 season. Although he will no longer be leading Asheville High School’s Football Team, Burdette will continue in his role as […]
Section of I-40 West to close Monday night
Press release from NCDOT: A contractor for the N.C. Department of Transportation anticipates closing Interstate 40 west from mile marker 20 to mile marker 15 for up to five days starting at 6 p.m. Monday. This emergency work on a bridge over Jonathan Creek and White Oak Road is needed due to recent rapid deterioration […]
CooperRiis introduces supported education program
Press release from CooperRiis: CooperRiis, a residential healing community for individuals with mental health challenges, has established a new program for residents wanting to pursue college-level education while in treatment. The College Program at CooperRiis integrates residential mental health treatment with specialized services designed to help residents achieve success in their college experience. The new […]
Upcoming concert benefits BeLoved Asheville
Press release from Pan Harmonia: Flutist Kate Steinbeck performs with early music masters, Gail Ann Schroeder, viola da gamba, and Barbara Weiss, harpsichord. Music of JS Bach, GP Telemann and Wilhelmine von Bayreuth, older sister of Frederick the Great, Emperor of Prussia. Wilhelmine, also known as Princess of Prussia, lived from 1709 until 1758, was […]
Transition Asheville’s November gathering to address sustainable materials management
Press release from Transition Asheville: Presentation Topic: Sustainable Materials Management Description: The Earth provides all of the necessary sources of materials and nutrients for life forms and living systems as well as being highly efficient with use of these materials as nutrients with no concept of waste or pollution, something we as humans can learn from to utilize […]
Sylva Art and Design Committee hosts second pop-up gallery
Press release from the Sylva Art and Design Committee: The Sylva Art and Design Committee is pleased to present their second pop-up gallery event featuring multidisciplinary local artists within the community. “The Blending of Tradition and Modernity in Culture Groups” will run on December 13th 2019 from 6-9pm at Viva Arts Studio in downtown Sylva. […]
City of Asheville receives $25,000 match grant for 78 bulletproof vests
Press release from City of Asheville: The Asheville Police Department (APD) will soon acquire 78 brand new bulletproof vests for officers, thanks to the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant. The DOJ has preliminarily determined that the City of Asheville is eligible to receive an award of $25,219.31 for the vests, which […]
Eric Gash named principal of Bruce Drysdale Elementary
Press release from Henderson County Public Schools: After the holiday break, Eric Gash will retire his Bearcats jersey and begin a new coaching career: leading the Bearkittens as Bruce Drysdale Elementary’s new principal. Currently the Assistant Principal and Athletic Director at Hendersonville High, Gash will serve as Bruce Drysdale’s new principal effective Jan. 6, 2020. […]
Asheville City Council approves design contract for planned Fire Station 13
Press release from City of Asheville: Design will move forward for a new fire station planned on a property at 316 Broadway St. near Mount Clare Avenue. At their Nov. 12 meeting, Asheville City Council authorized a $407,567 contract for expansion of design services of Fire Station 13 by Charlotte-based ADW Architects. The funding was […]
Downtown Hendersonville’s new public restrooms to open ahead of Small Business Saturday
Press release from City of Hendersonville: The Downtown Economic Development Program has never been so excited about the sound of a toilet flushing! On Monday November 25, at 4:30 pm, the City of Hendersonville will be cutting the ribbon on brand new Public Restrooms in Downtown Hendersonville. Located just off Main Street at 125 Fifth Avenue […]
Warren Haynes Christmas Jam announces 2019 hiatus
Press release Press Here Publicity: Warren Haynes and the W&S Charitable Foundation Make Donation from 2018 30th Anniversary Christmas Jam to Habitat for Humanity 31st Annual Christmas Jam Show To Resume in 2020 at U.S. Cellular Center Christmas Jam Events Announced for 2019 In keeping with Christmas Jam’s three-decade tradition of giving back to the Asheville community, Grammy Award-winning vocalist-songwriter, producer […]
Queer Prom to Benefit Girls Rock Asheville Nov. 23
Press release from Girls Rock Asheville: Queer Prom to Benefit Girls Rock Asheville Join us for a fabulous night of dancing and joy at our first Queer Prom! Featuring DJs: SkorpioKore, Little Fury, & Liz Lang as ‘Auracene’ Theme: Unicorns and Rainbows Dress: Whatever makes you feel fabulous! Costume box available. Date and Location: Saturday, November […]
NASA astronaut Mike Massimino to deliver keynote at BRCC’s 50th anniversary Nov. 15
Press release from Blue Ridge Community College: During Blue Ridge Community College’s 50th anniversary luncheon, “From One Small Step to One Giant Leap,” former NASA astronaut Dr. Mike Massimino will discuss innovation, problem-solving, and rising to unforeseen challenges. Attendees will hear about his second spaceflight to the Hubble Space Telescope and the most complicated spacewalk […]
CLOSING: A-B Tech Closing at 5 p.m.
Press release from A-B Tech Community College: Due to inclement weather, A-B Tech will close at 5 pm today. This includes all evening classes that begin after 5 p.m. and all college offices and services.
Asheville Holiday Parade set for Nov. 23
Press release from the Asheville Downtown Association: The 2019 Asheville Holiday Parade, presented by Bojangles and with the theme Peace on Earth, is Saturday, November 23 from 11am to 1pm throughout Downtown Asheville. The 2019 Grand Marshal is Madeline Delp, Ms. Wheelchair USA 17/18. Madeline is a graduate of UNC Asheville and a resident of […]