Press release from Volusion: The coronavirus pandemic has led to an unprecedented economic shutdown as thousands of “nonessential” businesses have closed their doors. The crisis disproportionately affects the 21.3% of American workers in retail, leisure, and hospitality who not only face lack of work, but also suffer from long-standing, below-average wages. According to the latest […]
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New traffic pattern for Brevard Road, crossing I-26
Press release from N.C. D.O.T: Drivers heading north on Brevard Road will be shifted onto the newly constructed section of a bridge over Interstate 26 starting Tuesday morning. The contractor for the N.C. Department of Transportation will place new pavement markings and move traffic signal heads to accommodate the new traffic pattern on Monday night. […]
Thom Tillis offers new update on CARES Act stimulus money distribution
Newsletter message from the office of Senator Thom Tillis: One of the many reasons I strongly supported the passage of the CARES Act is the direct payments it provides to North Carolinians who are going through a difficult time. Some North Carolinians have already received their payment this week through direct deposit if their account information […]
Asheville Sanitation modifies operations for brush collection
Press release from the City of Asheville: Through the COVID-19 public health emergency, Asheville Sanitation has been working to balance service to our residents with safety considerations of its employees. The health and safety of our community is our highest priority. Some operations, such as brush collection, require two- to three-person crews, which makes it […]
CFWNC issues grants from the Emergency and Disaster Response Fund
Press release from CFWNC: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina continues to review and distribute grants on an expedited schedule to support frontline human service organizations responding to the COVID-19 pandemic in 18 counties of Western North Carolina including the Qualla Boundary. This week, sixteen grants totaling $120,700 from its collaborative Emergency and Disaster […]
Asheville seeks boards and commission members
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 […]
Haywood County announces fifth COVID-19 case
Press release from Haywood County Health and Human Services: Haywood County Public Health received notice April 17 that a fifth Haywood County resident has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. The individual is in isolation at home since the exposure to the virus. The individual is a resident of Haywood County with no out-of-state […]
Conserving Carolina holds Habitat at Home photo contest
Press release from Conserving Carolina: How wild is your home? While people are staying home and many parks and trails are closed, we can still experience nature—right where we live. Conserving Carolina has launched an online Habitat at Home Contest, open to both kids and adults. The contest challenges people to submit photos or videos […]
Great Smoky Mountains National Park launches online programs for National Parks Week
Press release from Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials invite the public to experience ‘SmokiEEEs @ Home’ during National Park Week. This new website at www.smokieees.org features videos and activities that connect students of all ages to the park from their homes by highlighting the three ‘E’s in SmokiEEEs: Explore, […]
Grandfather Mountain mourns Luna the river otter
Press release from the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation: Grandfather Mountain is mourning the passing of Luna, one of its resident — and most popular — river otters. Luna died Wednesday, April 15, following surgery to address a chronic infection. She was 10 years old. In the wild, river otters live to around 8 or 9 […]
WCU Spring Literary Festival moves online
Press release from Western Carolina University: Western Carolina University’s annual Spring Literary Festival has gone electric. Originally scheduled with events on campus from March 30 through April 2, the festival’s presence is now completely digital during the COVID-19 pandemic, with live and recorded interviews and book readings being posted at www.litfestival.org. A highlight will be […]
N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission urges compliance with COVID-19 restrictions
Press release from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission: Across our state, North Carolinians are adapting to practicing social distancing and avoiding mass gatherings, including while using N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission game lands, boat ramps, public fishing areas and other areas. “We deeply appreciate the steps people are taking to recreate responsibly while enjoying the outdoors,” […]
N.C. receives $2 billion in federal COVID-19 relief
Press release from the N.C. Department of State Treasurer: State Treasurer Dale R. Folwell, CPA, and the Financial Operations Division (FOD) of the Department of State Treasurer (DST) announced today that North Carolina has received more than $2 billion from the federal government as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. […]
McDowell Technical Community College partners with Mars Hill University on direct entry program
Press release from Mars Hill University: Graduates of McDowell Technical Community College who want to take the next step by earning a bachelor’s degree now have a direct pathway to do so at Mars Hill University. The university and the community college created the Mountain Lion-McDowell Promise: A Direct-Entry Admission Program. The program provides a […]
Haywood County COVID-19 call center announces new hours
Press release from Haywood County: Beginning Monday, April 20, the Haywood County COVID-19 Hotline hours will be adjusted from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m., 7 days a week to the new hours of Monday – Saturday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The Center will be closed on Sunday. The Hotline number 828-356-2019 remains the same. […]
City provides updates on parks, golf courses and walking trails
Press release from the City of Asheville: Being outside is good for everyone’s physical and emotional well-being, especially during these stressful times, but what is happening now in our public spaces is simply not safe. In compliance with Buncombe County’s Stay Home, Stay Safe declaration, City of Asheville parks — including playgrounds, outdoor courts and dog […]
WNCAP hosts Dine In For Life
Press release from Western North Carolina AIDS Project: Dining Out For Life is postponed, but you can still support local restaurants AND help end HIV/AIDS in our community. Dine IN For Life on Thursday, April 30! All you have to do is order takeout or delivery from your favorite participating restaurant (or purchase a gift […]
N.C. Department of Health and Human Services releases updated COVID-19 information
Press release from N.C. Department of Health and Human Services: As of 10:45 a.m. today: Daily Updates: NCDHHS Secretary Mandy Cohen, M.D. and Director of NC Emergency Management Mike Sprayberry will be available today for a dial-in media briefing at 2 p.m. ICYMI: Governor Roy Cooper charted a path forward for eventually easing […]
Haywood County reports its fourth positive case of the novel coronavirus
Press release from Haywood County Health and Human Services: Haywood County Public Health received notice April 15, 2020 that a fourth Haywood County resident has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. The individual is in isolation since the initial symptoms. The individual is a resident of Haywood County with no out of state travel […]
N.C. legislative session to reopen with safety measures in place
Press release from Senator Phil Berger and Speaker Tim Moore: On April 28, the legislative session will formally reopen for business with appropriate measures in place to ensure health and safety. In balancing the need to reopen the legislature with health and safety concerns, the General Assembly will limit access to the Legislative Building and […]
Transylvania Tomorrow initiative helps small businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19
Press release from Transylvania Business Task Force: The Transylvania Business Task Force launches Transylvania Tomorrow, an initiative to assist Transylvania County’s small businesses who have been negatively impacted by the recent public health crisis. A central element of the Transylvania Tomorrow initiative is the development of a Small Business Emergency Relief Fund. The fund is […]