Press release from Mars Hill University: “The Appalachian Trail: Backcountry Shelters, Lean-Tos, and Huts,” a documentary book of photographs by Sarah Jones Decker, will be released in April 2020, by Rizzoli, a major NYC publisher of fine photography books. Decker, an adjunct professor of art and photography at Mars Hill University, has photographed all of […]
Press release from ACLU of North Carolina: On Tuesday, December 10, the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office will host its annual steering committee meeting about the 287(g) program with a presentation from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Henderson County residents and local groups will hold a press conference at the Henderson County Courthouse before the meeting to […]
Press release from South College: South College is launching a Cybersecurity program through its online learning platform, and enrollment is open for students to join the first class, which starts Jan. 22, 2020. “In this digitally integrated society, cybersecurity specialists are in demand,” South College Chancellor Steve South said. “The business need for this field is […]
Press release from Hi-Wire Brewing: Old North Premium Lager reminisces on the roots of American beer while evoking the storied culture and rich history of North Carolinians. An embodiment of the everyman, Old North seeks to be the go-to beer for the surfers and the thru-hikers, the foodies and the cookout kings and queens. Launching […]
Press release from the N.C. Department of Commerce: A new wholly owned subsidiary of Little Leaf Farms, LLC, an innovative producer of fresh lettuce, will build a state-of-the-art greenhouse complex in Yancey County, creating up to 100 jobs, Governor Roy Cooper announced today. The company will invest up to $86 million in Burnsville in a multi-phased […]
Press release from Donna Ensley: Today, I filed at the Buncombe Board of Elections Office for the Board of County Commissioners, District 3. It is my honor and privilege to run for this important office in order to represent you, your family, and all residents of Buncombe County. We came so close last time, so I […]
Press release from Firestorm Books & Coffee: What: Firestorm Holiday Craft Pop-up Series Who: Eighteen local crafters, including illustrators, fiber artists, jewelers, herbalists, woodworkers, and a bladesmith! Where: Firestorm Books & Coffee, 610 Haywood Road, Asheville NC 28806 When: December 14th, 15th, and 21st from 11am to 4pm Since opening on Haywood Road in 2015, […]
Press release from Warren Wilson College: The Berry Site is an active archaeological site of a Native American town and a Spanish fort dating back to the 16th century. Dr. David Moore, an archaeology professor at Warren Wilson College, discovered the site and has led research and excavations for nearly three decades. The site is […]
Press release from Asheville Regional Airport: Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) is pleased to welcome 10 regional school choral groups to the airport during the holidays. The choirs will perform a variety of carols and festive music for the enjoyment of passengers, visitors and employees. “Every year, we look forward to inviting local school choral groups to […]
Press release from IFB Solutions: Dawson Hart, a veteran who lost most of his eyesight while on duty in Iraq, is IFB Solutions’ honorary chairman of the inaugural Santa’s Showdown 5k run on Dec. 14 in Asheville. Hart is a long-time running enthusiast even after losing part of his leg a few years ago. He’ll […]
Press release from ArtScape Hendersonville: The colorful ArtScape show of outdoor artwork in downtown Hendersonville will decorate the streets through the winter months. Plans are underway now, however, for next year’s outstanding exhibit. Artists and sponsors who want to participate in the 2020 exhibit are invited to sign up during December. The deadline for all […]
Press release from Western North Carolina Physicians For Social Responsibility’ (WNCPSR): A living memorial Yoshino cherry blossom tree will be planted for the atomic bomb victims of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The event will take place on December 6, 2019 from 3:30-4 p.m. and will be held beside the Buncombe County courthouse on the sidewalk next […]
Press release from Sunrise Movement Asheville: Hundreds of Asheville-area community members and students will walk out of work and school the morning of December 6th on a day of national climate strikes, organized locally by Sunrise Movement Asheville. City-wide walkouts will occur at 10am to symbolize ten remaining years to complete a rapid transition off […]
Press release from the Office of Rep. Jake Johnson On December 2nd, the opening day of filing, Representative Jake Johnson filed for NC House District 113. Johnson will be running as the incumbent Republican Representative for the district. He was appointed earlier this year by the executive committees from all three county GOP parties. Prior […]
Press release from Asheville Darkroom: The Asheville Darkroom will be having a group show featuring a range of analog based photography from it’s members and volunteers. This show will open Friday, December 6 from 4-8 and be up through January. We’ll also have a print sale, snacks, and a black and white photo booth up […]
Press release from Dulcet Tone: A group of nine women, calling themselves Dulcet Tone, are bringing the sounds of the mountain dulcimer to residents at Givens Estates, the Asheville retirement community they call home. The group formed around four years ago. Since then, they’ve performed for more than 1,200 residents. The mountain dulcimer is a deceptively […]
Press release from CVS Pharmacy: CVS Pharmacy, the retail division of CVS Health (NYSE: CVS), announced today that it has completed the rollout of time delay safes in all of its 375 CVS Pharmacy locations in North Carolina, including pharmacies located in Target stores. The safes are anticipated to help prevent pharmacy robberies and the diversion […]
Press release from Hickory Nut Gap Farm: Support Local Artists and Get Shopping Done Early in a Fun, Hassle-Free Environment! What: Hickory Nut Gap Farm hosts a holiday gift market with special guests Mr. and Mrs. Claus. No need to wait in long mall lines or pay out the nose for pictures with Santa – […]
Press release on behalf of Moe Davis: MOE DAVIS, RETIRED AIR FORCE COLONEL, FORMER GUANTANAMO BAY CHIEF PROSECUTOR AND NATIONAL SECURITY EXPERT, TO RUN FOR CONGRESS IN NORTH CAROLINA’S 11TH DISTRICT The poverty rate in Western North Carolina is soaring. Education is underfunded. Healthcare is becoming increasingly more inaccessible and unaffordable. We are headed in […]
Press release from Dogwood Health Trust: Dogwood Health Trust will accept applications for its Immediate Opportunities and Needs (ION) grants through Jan. 15, 2020. ION grants will support one-time, immediate needs or opportunities for 501(c)(3) organizations, tribal and government agencies. Examples of need might be replacing a piece of equipment, repairs to a building or […]
Press release from the City of Hendersonville: Hendersonville Christmas Parade Street Closures December 2, 2019 On Saturday, December 7, Hendersonville’s Christmas parade, organized by the Hendersonville Merchants & Business Association, will take place at 10:30 a.m. Street closures will occur to accommodate the parade route and parade staging areas. Street closures: 7 a.m. (Main St […]
