Press release from Lake Junaluska: All are invited to volunteer at Lake Cleanup Day at Lake Junaluska, to be held Saturday, March 7, from 9 a.m. to noon. This annual community event will focus on clearing debris that has collected along the shorelines and entrance roadways. The Junaluskans, working in conjunction with Lake Junaluska staff, […]
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United Way of Henderson County celebrates National 211 Day on Feb. 11
Press release from United Way of Henderson County: In honor of National 211 Day on Tuesday, Feb. 11, United Way of Henderson County (UWHC) is highlighting this vital service that is used by millions of people across North America and thousands of people in Henderson County each year. 211 is accessed locally through NC 211, […]
APD responds to Hillcrest homicide
Press release from the Asheville Police Department: At approximately 8:40 p.m. on Feb. 9, the Asheville Police Department (APD) responded to Hillcrest Apartments after reports of an individual suffering from a gun shot wound. Upon arrival, officers located Jailyn Dumari Morton, 24, of Asheville, suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. Morton was transported to Mission […]
Bob Moog Foundation raffles Minimoog singed by Herbie Hancock
Press release from the Bob Moog Foundation: The Bob Moog Foundation is thrilled to announce its 2020 raffle, featuring a vintage, iconic Minimoog synthesizer signed by legendary keyboardist Herbie Hancock. Hancock has signed the back of the Minimoog, drawn a musical staff, and added the inscription “(Hey Bob!)” on either side. The Minimoog is valued […]
Swannanoa Valley Museum debuts Winter Workshop series March 7-21
Press release from the Swannanoa Valley Museum: Who: Swannanoa Valley Museum What: Swannanoa Valley Museum Hosts Winter Workshop Series to teach Appalachian Craft and Music Traditions When: Saturdays, March 7, 14 and 21 Why: Fundraiser for the Swannanoa Valley Museum Where: Meets at the Black Mountain Public Library, 105 N Dougherty St, Black Mountain 28711 […]
Phyllis Stiles hosts talk at Henderson County Library, Feb. 24
Press release from Hendersonville Tree Board: It may seem too good to be true but planting trees in urban areas (and, well, anywhere) helps support lots of pollinator species and other wildlife. Moreover, trees help mitigate climate change, a major contributor to pollinator species decline. Learn more about the types of trees to plant as […]
Ron Rash to be awarded Sidney Lanier Prize
Press release from Western Carolina University: Ron Rash, Western Carolina University’s John Parris Distinguished Professor of Appalachian Cultural Studies in the Department of English, will soon add to his lengthy list of awards. Rash, a poet, short story writer and novelist, will be awarded the 2020 Sidney Lanier Prize for Southern Literature by Mercer University’s […]
Western Carolina Rescue Ministries hosts free Valentine’s Day banquet
Press release from Western Carolina Rescue Ministries: On Friday, February 14, 2020from 4:30-5:30pm, Western Carolina Rescue Ministries (WCRM) will host their second – annual “You Are Loved Valentine’s Day Banquet.” This event will help benefit those in our area who are in need of a warm meal and lots of love on a special day […]
Glenis Redmond receives S.C. Governor’s Award for the arts
Press release from the South Carolina Arts Commission: South Carolina’s highest award for achievement in the arts is to be presented to six uniquely qualified arts practitioners and supporters announced today by the South Carolina Arts Commission (SCAC). The SCAC Board of Directors approved panel recommendations for the following recipients from their respective categories to […]
Blue Ridge Craft Trails exhibit spotlighting Western North Carolina artists opens Feb. 10
Press release from Blue Ridge National Heritage Area: A new exhibit featuring the works of nearly three dozen Western North Carolina craft artists opens on Monday, February 10, 2020 at the Western Office of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources in Asheville, North Carolina. The exhibit is an extension of the new Blue Ridge […]
Mills River breaks ground on ballfield project Feb. 12
Press release from the Town of Mills River: The Town of Mills River is breaking ground next week on its newest addition to Mills River Park, its first ballfield. The field is designed to accommodate users from t-ball to adults; with moveable bases and a portable pitchers mound, users of all ages and abilities will […]
Blue Ridge Health Transylvania receives $168K grant from Pisgah Health Foundation
Press release from Blue Ridge Health: The Pisgah Health Foundation has awarded Blue Ridge Health (BRH) – Transylvania a $168,300 grant to provide increased access to behavioral health services in Transylvania County. The practice, which recently relocated to 29 West French Broad Street in Brevard, will add a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and a […]
Made in Henderson County Apprenticeship Program returns for second year
Press release from Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development: 2019 marked the first year of the Made in Henderson County Apprenticeship Program, where 21 Henderson County graduating seniors were accepted into the program. Through an ongoing partnership with Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS), Blue Ridge Community College (BRCC), the Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development […]
“North Carolina in the Great War” opens at Smith-McDowell House Feb. 13
Press release from the Western North Carolina Historical Association: On Thursday, Feb. 13, from 4:00-6:00 p.m., the Western North Carolina Historical Association (WNCHA) at the Smith-McDowell House invites WNCHA members to an opening reception for their new exhibit “North Carolina in the Great War,” which explores state and local contributions to World War I through […]
APD seeks assistance to locate missing person
Press release from APD: The Asheville Police Department is requesting assistance to locate a missing person, Scottie Francis Vandermeer. Vandermeer was last seen on February 5 in Deaverview Apartments. Vandermeer is described as a black male, 40 years old, 6’1″, and approximately 175 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes. He has several tattoos […]
NC Arts Council Fellowship exhibit features five WNC artists
Press release from the North Carolina Arts Council: The NC Artist Fellowship: Escapes and Revelations will be presented at the Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art (SECCA) from Thursday, Feb. 13 to Sunday, June 7 and features the work of five artists working and living in Western North Carolina. The exhibition features the work of five […]
WNC Bridge Foundation hosts listening sessions Feb. 18-27
Press release from the WNC Bridge Foundation: WNC Bridge Foundation is excited to be hosting nine listening sessions across Western North Carolina, including Buncombe and Henderson counties. Last year, WNC Bridge Foundation awarded over $3 million to local non-profits in Western North Carolina. Our goal with the listening sessions is to learn about the needs […]
Destination Church hosts Night to Shine 2020
Press release from Destination Church: Destination Church is in the final preparation stage serving as one of nearly 720 churches around the world to host Night to Shine 2020, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. This event will be hosted through local churches across the globe simultaneously on Friday, February 7. Night to Shine is […]
Wildlife Resources Commission seeks public input on Sunday game land hunting
Press release from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission: The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will conduct six public input meetings across the state this month to seek feedback from the public, agency constituents and stakeholders to help identify issues and options related to Sunday hunting on game lands. The separate and complex issue of hunting migratory […]
Vaya Health Board of Directors to hold Feb. 20 special meeting
Press release from Vaya Health: The Vaya Health Board of Directors will hold a special called meeting pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 143-318.12(b) on Thursday, Feb. 20, at 4:30 p.m. Participation is available in person at 200 Ridgefield Ct. Suite 206, Asheville, NC 28806, or by telephone. The agenda will be posted on the Vaya Health […]
Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders hosts awareness week Feb. 24-28
Press release from the Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders: Carolina Resource Center for Eating Disorders (CRC for ED) hosts a full week of events bringing eating disorders awareness to WNC. The National Eating Disorders Association’s National Eating Disorders Awareness (#NEDAwareness) Week is the largest and best-known eating disorder outreach effort in the country. It […]