Some big changes are under way for the venerable Hendersonville Community Theatre, as Season Number 55 gets underway with the classic musical comedy, A FUNNY THING HAPPENED ON THE WAY TO THE FORUM (opening Friday, Feb. 14). The show will be directed by long-time HCT mainstay and current interim Artistic Director Jim Walker. Walker has […]
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HART begins Studio Season with Thurber’s “The Thirteen Clocks”
Press release from the Haywood Arts Regional Theatre: HART’s winter Studio Season begins Friday, Jan. 24, with James Thurber’s “The Thirteen Clocks,” in the Fangmeyer Theater. The story was adapted for the stage by Frank Lowe and tells the story of a prince grown weary of rich attire, banquets, tournaments, who then disguises himself as […]
I-40 to close one westbound lane in Haywood County Jan. 17
Press release from the N.C. Department of Transportation: An emergency asphalt repair on Interstate 40 in Haywood County will require one westbound lane to be closed on Friday. N.C. Department of Transportation crews will close the right lane of I-40 West near mile marker 32 at 8 a.m. to repair a spot that continues to […]
The Science of Malts comes to AMOS Science Pub Jan. 17
Press release from the Asheville Museum of Science: Asheville Museum of Science (AMOS), in partnership with The Collider, presents the first Science Pub of 2020, The Science of Malts – “Soul of Beer.” WHO: Brent Manning, Riverbend Malts Cofounder and Cicerone. Riverbend Malt House located in Asheville, North Carolina, creates malts for the brewing and […]
WCU Bardo Arts Center to screen live London production of “Kinky Boots”
Press release from Western Carolina University: The WCU Bardo Arts Center Performance Hall opens the spring season with a film screening of the acclaimed live production of Kinky Boots from London’s Theatre Royal, presented as a part of the Bardo Arts Center (BAC) Sunday Cinema Series. The screening will be shown in HD on the […]
Henderson County Public Schools offers expanded mental health training to community
Press release from Henderson County Public Schools: Through a state “Community Partners Safety Grant” secured by HCPS, district student services staff are offering Youth Mental Health First Aid USA (YMHFA) and Trauma-Sensitive Schools (TSS) training to community members for the second year in a row and will be expanding its reach and impact. The four […]
City of Asheville is now accepting applications for Community Development Block Grant and HOME programs
Press release from the city of Asheville: The City of Asheville’s Community and Economic Development Department is now accepting applications for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME, “Home Investment Partnerships Program” program. The application process is online, and the link to the webinar for CDBG and HOME application is here. The deadline for […]
Transylvania County Animal Services partners with national group for animal cruelty and training for law enforcement in Brevard
Press release from the Humane Society of the United States: The Humane Society of the United States and Transylvania County Animal Services will host animal cruelty and fighting investigations training for law enforcement in Brevard, North Carolina, to discuss how law enforcement can better respond to reports of animal cruelty. Topics will include a background […]
Independent monitor for HCA’s Mission Health system announces community meetings
Press release from the Hospital Corporation of America/Mission Health: Informational meetings led by Gibbins Advisors have been scheduled in seven communities in Western North Carolina served by Mission Health. Gibbins Advisors is the Independent Monitor (IM) hired to monitor HCA Healthcare’s compliance with the obligations it agreed to when it purchased Mission Health System. In each […]
Local orthodontist to screen Kids for $650 braces
Press release from Smiles Change Lives: Dr. Timothy Scanlan of TS Orthodontics & Dental Specialists, with offices in Asheville, Marion and Rutherfordton, North Carolina, is stepping up in a major way to help kids in his community receive braces, who may otherwise not be able to afford them. On Saturday, Jan. 25, 2020, Dr. Scanlan […]
Brevard College hosts film installation exhibition by Kevin Jerome Everson
Press release from Brevard College: Brevard College launches its spring Fine Arts calendar with a film installation exhibition by artist and filmmaker Kevin Jerome Everson entitled “…We Was Waiting for Them.” The title for the exhibition comes from a quote by acclaimed funk musician George Clinton as he recalls the moon landing, “We was up […]
City of Asheville adds Recreation Board to the list of boards and commissions openings
Press release from the city of Asheville: Have you ever wanted to make a difference? Have you wondered, “Can the City benefit from my experience and knowledge?” Do you want to have a voice in the City’s growth and future? Do you want to be a part of the body that is responsible for making […]
Henderson County Early College is currently accepting enrollment applications
Press release from Henderson County Public Schools: Henderson County Early College high school is currently accepting enrollment applications for the 2020-21 school year, and will be hosting an Open House for prospective students and families Tuesday, Feb. 4 at 6 p.m. at the Innovative High Schools on the Blue Ridge Community College campus. Henderson County […]
The Council on Aging of Buncombe County names new Executive Director
Press release from the Council on Aging of Buncombe County: The Council on Aging of Buncombe County (COABC) announced today that Heather Bauer, BA has been named Executive Director. Established in 1964, the Council is a non-profit whose mission is to promote the independence, dignity, and well-being of adults through service, education, and advocacy. Bauer’s […]
Spirit of MLK Awards celebration honors diversity leaders at MAHEC
Press release from Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC): On Wednesday, January 22, from 12:00 – 2:00 pm, the Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC) will host its annual Spirit of MLK awards celebration and luncheon to honor the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr., and to recognize individuals who exemplify the values […]
Alexander Mountain Bike Park to close permanently
Press release from Buncombe County: The Alexander Mountain Bike Park, located on Buncombe County Landfill property, will permanently close on Friday, Jan. 31 at 6 p.m. The park, which has served as a multi-user trail system for the last 20 years, will be developed as an expansion of the dirt borrow space of the Buncombe […]
Blue Ridge Community College receives $1.75M from an individual, largest ever single gift donation in the history of the College
Press release from Blue Ridge Community College: Blue Ridge Community College Educational Foundation has received a $1.75 million bequest from the estate of Mrs. Liselotte R. Wehrheim (pictured). This bequest will provide scholarships and other program support for healthcare training programs at Blue Ridge Community College. This gift is the largest single gift from an individual […]
Asheville Association of Educators holds demonstration to support public education funding
Press release from the Asheville City Association of Educators: The “Our Schools Deserve Funds Now” protest, organized by the Asheville Association of Educators, will be held on Wednesday, Jan.15, in Pack Square. When the General Assembly reconvenes in Raleigh on Jan.14, 2020 it will be the 196th day without a state budget in North Carolina. Despite […]
Allegiant announces four new flight destinations from AVL
Press release from Allegiant: Allegiant today announces service from Asheville to four new cities: Boston, Chicago, Houston and Austin, Texas. To celebrate, the company is offering one-way fares on the new routes as low as $33.* “We’re very excited to grow our presence in Asheville by offering service to four incredible destinations,” said Drew Wells, […]
Mars Hill University announces MLK Day events
Press release from Mars Hill University: Mars Hill University has scheduled a full day of events to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 20, 2020. Classes are canceled for students, with a series of educational and service activities scheduled. The day’s events are coordinated by the university’s Office of Diversity, Equity, […]
Absentee ballot information for the March 3 primary election
Press release from Buncombe County: This year’s primary election will take place on Tuesday, March 3. Primary Election Day is when voters select the political party nominees to appear on the ballot in the Nov. 3 general election. Starting on Jan. 13, absentee by-mail ballots will be sent out. Any registered voter in North Carolina […]