Press release from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina: January is National Mentoring Month, and Big Brothers Big Sisters is pushing hard to enlist more Big Brothers and Big Sisters. More than 700 mentors are currently serving Little Brothers and Little Sisters in Western North Carolina, but more are needed – especially men. […]
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Asheville noted for city’s high self-employment rate
Press release from Lattice Publishing: Nationwide, there are close to 16 million self-employed individuals, representing around 10 percent of all workers. Interestingly, the median income for self-employed full-time individuals in the U.S. is only slightly higher than the median income for all workers ($50,000 vs. $48,000). Self-employed individuals are found in every industry, but out […]
Auto repair new top consumer complaint generator, says local BBB; newspapers No. 5
Press release from the Better Business Bureau of Southern Piedmont and Western North Carolina: Asheville, NC (January 13, 2020) – Better Business Bureau of Southern Piedmont and Western North Carolina released its 2019 annual report today, detailing consumer activity related to businesses located in the BBB’s 37-county service area. This report includes statistics on consumer […]
Asheville Middle School fundraiser at Grey Eagle Jan. 19
Announcement from Asheville Middle School families: The families of Asheville Middle School need your support. To help all of our students participate in enrichment activities, the Grey Eagle is hosting a free all-day concert on Sunday, January 19, from 4:00 until 9:30. Ten local bands will be playing all sorts of cool cover music. Dozens of local […]
Asheville Police Department responds to homicide on Fayetteville Street
Press release from the Asheville Police Department: At approximately 5:30 a.m. on January 13 the Asheville Police Department (APD) responded to Fayetteville Street in West Asheville after reports of shots fired. Upon arrival officers located Antwan Terrell Eddings (18), of Asheville, who had succumbed to injuries as a result of gunshot wounds. Soon after arriving […]
City of Hendersonville reports untreated wastewater spill
Press release from City of Hendersonville: On October 1, 1999 House Bill 1160 was enacted by the NC General Assembly requiring that all local governments, animal operations, industries and others who operate wastewater collection and handling systems issue a news press release when a spill of 1,000 gallons or more reaches surface waters. In accordance […]
CIBO meeting scheduled for Jan. 17
Notice from CIBO: Mark Your Calendar…Please Join Us! CIBO ISSUES MEETING (this) Friday, January 17th 7:00 AM In the Mountain View Room/Sherrill Center on the campus of UNC-Asheville Breakfast buffet – $15 pp Agenda… -Update from State Legislature from NC Senator Chuck Edwards – budget…new districts…taxes…district elections…and more! -NCDOT Update – What’s the future […]
City Manager Debra Campbell names David Zack as Asheville’s next Police Chief
Press release from City of Asheville: After an extensive national search, Asheville City Manager Debra Cambell is happy to announce that David Zack will become the city’s next Chief of Police, effective Feb. 4. Chief Zack has served as Police Chief of Cheektowaga, N.Y., for nine years and brings over 30 years of police experience. […]
American Red Cross reports critical need for blood donors
Press release from American Red Cross: The American Red Cross currently has a critical need for blood donors of all blood types – especially type O – and platelet donors to make an appointment now to give and help replenish the blood supply after the holiday weeks. Right now, the Red Cross has less than […]
Holocaust survivor to speak at Brevard College, Jan. 16
Press release from Transylvania County Schools: Holocaust survivor Walter Ziffer will address an audience of all ages in Ingram Auditorium at Brevard College, this Thursday, January 16, from 1:15 to 2:45 p.m. Thanks to Brevard Middle School with support from Brevard College and the Brevard Jewish Community, Dr. Ziffer’s address is free of charge and open […]
Color Me Goodwill fashion show returns, March 20
Press release from Pam Cooks Communications: It’s time once again for the annual “Color Me Goodwill” Fashion Show, and this year’s event promises to be the best yet. Sponsored by Goodwill Industries of Northwest North Carolina, “Color Me Goodwill” features seven local designers who will showcase garments that they have made from materials purchased at Goodwill […]
Residents, elected officials meet to discuss impact of hotel growth
On Jan. 9, the city of Asheville held Impacts of Hotels: A Community Discussion, the first of two community meetings that will examine how hotel development affects residents and how the city can develop strategies to mitigate those impacts. The meetings are a part of the year-long hotel moratorium that Asheville City Council approved in […]
Haywood County Democratic Party and The Smoky Mountain News hold forum for Superintendent of the Department of Public Instruction
Press release from the Haywood County Democratic Party: A forum featuring four of the five Democratic candidates for Superintendent of the Department of Public Instruction will be held in the Harrell Center Auditorium at Lake Junaluska on Saturday, Jan. 25 from 2 to 4 p.m. “This year is being billed as a pivotal year for public […]
Smart Start Partnership for Children seeks book donations for Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library
Press release from Smart Start Partnership for Children: Smart Start Partnership for Children is currently seeking donations of new and gently used books for children ages 0-18. Books will be sold at the annual children’s book sale on Saturday, February 29, 2020 from 8:00am-4:00pm at Grace Lutheran Church (1245 6th Avenue West, Hendersonville). Proceeds from the […]
Absentee by-mail voting begins Monday for primary election in North Carolina
Press release from the North Carolina State Board of Elections: Beginning Monday (January 13), absentee by-mail ballots for the March primary election will be mailed to voters who request them. Any registered voter in North Carolina may vote absentee by-mail. Primary Election Day – when voters select the political party nominees to appear on the […]
Grants available for agricultural projects
Press release from Tobacco Trust Fund Commission: Supporting the agricultural industry, impacting rural communities and stimulating economic development are key objectives for the 2020 NC Tobacco Trust Fund Commission (NCTTFC) grant cycle. Funds will be awarded in the fall of 2020 for selected innovative projects. Applications information is now online at www.tobaccotrustfund.org for qualifying organizations. […]
Faces of Freedom art exhibition returns
Press release from Transylvania Community Arts Council: Transylvania Community Arts Council and Nicola Karesh have partnered again for the 6th annual Faces of Freedom expressive art exhibition. The invitational show features minority and other underrepresented artists in Transylvania County. Community engagement powerhouse, Nicola Karesh is an author, public speaker, activist, and owner of Morning Glory […]
Mountain Heritage Center exhibit to look at Latino life in North Carolina
Press release from Western Carolina University: Western Carolina University’s Mountain Heritage Center will host an exhibit by Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist José Galvez on Latino life in North Carolina in the museum’s second-floor gallery at Hunter Library. The center’s first bilingual exhibit, “Al Norte al Norte” will be on display Monday, Jan. 13, through Friday, April 10. […]
Seven Singers Singing: A Musical Revue by Dave Bates returns to the stage
Press release from The Magnetic Theatre: The Magnetic Theatre hosts Seven Singers Singing: A Musical Revue by Dave Bates, January 31 through February 1, 2020. Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the The Magnetic Theatre in the River Arts District. Seven Singers Singing is cabaret-style musical revue, featuring some of […]
Steep Canyon Rangers and Asheville Symphony’s collaborative album out March 6
Press release from Shore Fire Media: Steep Canyon Rangers – Asheville, North Carolina’s GRAMMY winning perennial Billboard chart-toppers – released one of 2019’s most unexpected cross-genre collaborations, teaming up with Philadelphia soul legends Boyz II Men and the Asheville Symphony for “Be Still Moses.” With a refreshingly unconventional lineup, the track was praised for its […]
Lake Logan Conference Center hosts retreat on diversity, inclusion and equity
Press release from Lake Logan Conference Center: Lake Logan Conference Center will host Living the Way of Love: Courageous Conversations About Diversity February 7 through 9. This retreat is open to college students and adults who have an interest in expanding their own understanding of diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging. At this two-day retreat, participants […]