Press release from AIA North Carolina: On September 26, Architects from the Asheville Section of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) will be showing off their design partnerships with local businesses in Asheville. To help aid in the recovery of Asheville’s businesses, and to look for ways to improve social distancing, AIA Asheville has been […]
News Bulletins
Asheville Police Department seeking help to identify suspect in an armed robbery
Press release from Asheville Police Department: At approximately 11:30 a.m. on September 15 the Asheville Police Department (APD) responded to a report of an armed robbery on Biltmore Avenue near the intersection with Aston Street in the downtown area. The victim reported that a male suspect stole his backpack that contained photography equipment and other electronic […]
Robert Thomas is 2020 Peacemaker in WNC
Press release from Rachael Bliss: Asheville — Robert Thomas, a 33 year old native of Asheville, has been named WNC’s 2020 Peacemaker by WNC 4 Peace, Veterans for Peace Chapter 099 and other local peace activists. An experienced Community Leader by the inequities of the Criminal Justice System, he is a former Justice involved individual himself and understands the […]
Asheville Police Department responds to shooting on Scott Street
Press release from Asheville Police Department: At approximately 8 p.m. on September 15 the Asheville Police Department (APD) responded to a report of gunshots in the area of Scott Street. As officers were arriving on the scene, they received information that a victim had been shot. The victim, a juvenile, was found to have suffered five […]
Vance Elementary School announces task force meetings, updates on renaming process
Press release from Asheville City Schools: Good Morning Media Partners, I hope your Wednesday is off to a wonderful start. Below you will find our latest communication regarding the renaming of Vance Elementary School. As you will see, a task force – made up of current Vance students, Vance alumni, teachers, staff members, families, future […]
Buncombe County School Board will hold special session to discuss return to the classroom
Meeting notice from Buncombe County Public Schools: There will be a Specially-Called Meeting of the Buncombe County Board of Education on September 16, 2020 at 7:30 p.m. in the Minitorium at 175 Bingham Road, Asheville, NC 28806. Please visit the Special Called meeting agenda at this link. Due to the current health emergency directives, visitors […]
Buncombe County’s Sept. 17 COVID-19 testing canceled due to inclement weather
Press release from Buncombe County Health and Human Services: The Thursday, September 17th COVID-19 Community Testing Site at the Buncombe County Sports Complex is cancelled following the National Weather Service’s forecast for heavy rains and stormy conditions. The public will be notified of these details via Buncombe County Government media channels. Notification of weather-related cancellations […]
New I-26 signal system helps drivers find alternate routes
Press release from the North Carolina Department of Transportation: New directional signs from Hendersonville to Asheville sprouted this year as part of an innovative signal system designed to guide drivers around major incidents on Interstate 26. N.C. Department of Transportation crews installed signs and upgraded signal systems along I-26 alternate routes such as Asheville Highway […]
City of Asheville launches affordable housing initiative
Press release from the city of Asheville: Twenty-five landlords in Asheville now have a chance to be part of an innovative solution to the affordable housing crisis in our area. Thrive Asheville, an initiative of UNC Asheville that brings together local community advocates, policymakers, and professionals from diverse perspectives to find equitable solutions to our […]
Buncombe Tax Dept. warns residents against ‘distraint warrant’ scam
Alert from Buncombe County: Staff at the Buncombe County Tax Department have received complaints of an ongoing scam targeting area residents. Letters like the one attached have been sent claiming to be from the Tax Processing Unit of Buncombe County Public Judgement Records. The letter attempts to scare residents to respond by stating “levying procedures […]
Asheville Humane Society waives cat and kitten adoption fees thru Sept. 22
Announcement from Asheville Humane Society: Asheville Humane Society is OVERFLOWING with felines in need of loving homes! With over *385* cats and kittens currently in our care (in our Shelter, Adoption Center and foster homes), we need your help to make space and save lives! We are waiving adoption fees for all cats and kittens […]
Sunrise Community to offer free recovery event series for those struggling with mental health, substance use
Press release from Sunrise Community for Recovery and Wellness: September is National Recovery Month, a time when communities across the country come together to host recovery rallies and other awareness-raising campaigns to celebrate the potential for people struggling with mental health and substance use challenges to recovery. In recognition of National Recovery Month, Sunrise Community […]
UPDATE: Hepatitis A vaccine event postponed
Update received Sept. 16 from the Henderson County Department of Public Health: With tomorrow’s weather forecast calling for heavy rainfall, the Health Department has decided to postpone its Sept. 17 Hepatitis A vaccination event to a later date to be announced. Hepatitis A vaccines are available via appointment at the Health Department, 1200 Spartanburg Highway, […]
Mills River to unveil 2040 comprehensive plan in public workshop series
Press release from the town of Mills River: MILLS RIVER, North Carolina – The Town of Mills River embarked on its first comprehensive plan in early 2019. The Town is now ready to present its findings for public review and comment. September 16, 2020 marks the beginning of a series of public workshops, the feedback […]
Blue Horizons Project seeks applicants to guide region’s transition to renewables
Press release from Green Built Alliance: With more than two years of success in meeting the goals outlined for its community-focused campaign, Blue Horizons Project is excited for the next phase in its evolution and an expanded involvement in the region’s efforts to transition to 100 percent renewable energy in the next two decades. Following […]
United Way of Henderson Co. calls on community to help prepare back-to-school safety kits
Press release from United Way of Henderson County: HENDERSONVILLE, NC, September 11, 2020 – United Way of Henderson County (UWHC) is seeking support from across the community for the fifth annual Day of Action, taking place virtually across the county to help Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS) students and staff get back to in-person learning […]
Kenilworth Presbyterian to host voter information event Sept. 19
Press release from Kenilworth Presbyterian Church: EVENT: Know How to Vote in 2020 Sat., Sept.19, 2-6pm, 123 Kenilworth Rd. (Kenilworth Presbyterian Church) Voting has started and everyone should get on the bus and VOTE. The 2020 election process has many changes and this event will help you be ready! Kenilworth artist, Jeff Kinzel, has created a vampire […]
Black Mountain Board of Aldermen candidates to participate in forum Sept. 21
Press release from event organizers: BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC —Seven candidates vying for positions on the Black Mountain Board of Aldermen will discuss their qualifications and vision for the town’s future during a webinar forum hosted by nonpartisan Indivisible Black Mountain. The zoom webinar will be held on Monday, September 21 at 7:00 p.m. Viewers are […]
WNC Nature Center to reopen Oct. 5
Press release from the city of Asheville: The City of Asheville Parks & Recreation department is very pleased to announce the reopening of the WNC Nature Center to the general public on Oct. 5. Visitors will notice a few changes since their last visit. To ensure the safety of the public, staff, and the resident […]
UNC Asheville ranks seventh among public liberal arts universities, says U.S. News and World Report
Press release from UNC Asheville: UNC Asheville has moved up a notch and is now ranked seventh in the nation among public liberal arts universities in U.S. News and World Report’s new “2021 U.S. News Best Colleges,” released online today. UNC Asheville shares that seventh-place ranking with the University of Minnesota Morris. The full rankings […]
Weizenblatt Gallery at Mars Hill University debuts “Say Their Names” painting
Press release from the Buncombe Community Remembrance Project: The Weizenblatt Gallery’s first exhibition of the fall semester opened Wednesday, Sept. 9, featuring works by Mars Hill University (MHU) faculty. One of the pieces is a painting by the Gallery’s director, Skip Rodhe: “Say Their Names”, with portraits of 13 people killed by police or vigilantes. […]