Press release from Organic Growers School: The purpose of the Mentor Services program is to support beginning and intermediate farmers by partnering them with experienced regional farmers who can provide them with one-on-one practical planning skills in the areas of: -farm design and production -marketing and business development -systems management -connecting them to the regional farming community By […]
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NC to begin modified Stay at Home order to slow COVID-19 spread, starting Dec. 11
Press release from the office of Governor Roy Cooper: Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mandy Cohen today announced that North Carolina will begin a Modified Stay at Home Order after a rapid increase in North Carolina’s key COVID-19 trends. The Order requires people to stay at home […]
Hendersonville City Council announces 2021 meeting schedule
Press release from City of Hendersonville: Regular Meetings of the City of Hendersonville City Council are held on the first Thursday of each month beginning at 5:45 p.m. in the Assembly Room of the Operation Center located at 305 Williams Street, Hendersonville NC. The following regular meetings have been scheduled for 2021: January 7, 2021 February 4, 2021 […]
UNCA vs. ETSU men’s basketball game postponed due to COVID-related concerns
Press release from Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville: UNC Asheville announced Tuesday morning that its scheduled men’s basketball game with ETSU at the Harrah’s Cherokee Center on Tuesday night has been postponed due to Covid-related concerns within the Buccaneer program. Both schools are exploring the possibility of rescheduling at a later date. The Bulldogs continue […]
Report finds 27.9% of Asheville jobs are remote-friendly
Press release from Lattice Publishing: In a nationwide effort to slow the spread of COVID-19, millions of Americans have transitioned to remote work. An impending vaccine may leave many wondering whether the influx of remote work will recede with the virus. Some companies have already committed to remote working conditions beyond 2020—even permanently—but there are several […]
South College starts IT programs for career advancement, change
Press release from South College: South College is launching two new certificate level and seven new master’s level technology programs. Enrollment is open for qualified students, and classes start Jan. 20, 2021. The new technology programs are delivered in a fully online format with the certificate level programs designed for completion in 30 weeks for […]
Asheville Fire Dept. postpones prescribed burn at UNCA
Update from UNC Asheville: The Asheville Fire Department training burn at UNC Asheville on Jan. 8, 2021, has been postponed due to expected winter weather. Update from UNC Asheville: The prescribed burn at UNC Asheville has been rescheduled to Friday, Jan. 8, 2021. For more information: https://www.unca.edu/events-and-news/stories/prescribed-burn-scheduled-at-unc-asheville-dec-15-in-partnership-with-asheville-fire-department/. Press release from UNC Asheville: The Asheville Fire Department […]
Power management company Eaton bringing more than 100 jobs to Asheville area
Press release from Largemouth Communications: Eaton announced investment plans for its manufacturing plant in Avery Creek, near Asheville, North Carolina, to support growing customer needs for its low-voltage switchgear used in data centers, commercial buildings and other mission critical settings. The power management company’s product line production expansion will result in a $1.15 million capital […]
Reject Raytheon to stage demonstration on Dec. 9
Press release from Reject Raytheon: Reject Raytheon stages a die-in to call attention to the deadly role of the P&W parent company in wars and climate change. Who: Reject Raytheon, a local coalition What: Demonstration against the Pratt & Whitney plan for Buncombe County When: Wednesday, December 9, 2020, 3 pm Where: Vance Monument Speakers at the demonstration will address the […]
Jabil Healthcare bringing 150 new jobs to Henderson County
Press release from Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development: The Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development announced today that Henderson County, North Carolina, will be home to a new manufacturing facility for Jabil Healthcare, a division of Jabil Inc. (NYSE: JBL) and the largest global manufacturing solutions provider in the healthcare industry. The company expects to […]
Task force recommends Vance Elementary be renamed in honor of Lucy S. Herring
Press release from Asheville City Schools: The Vance Elementary School Renaming Task Force presented its final name recommendation to the Asheville City Board of Education during their December 7th meeting. After conducting their own research, meeting with local historians and hearing the thoughts and feelings of our students, staff, families and greater school community, they […]
Commissioners unanimously accept Vance Monument Task Force recommendation
Press release from Buncombe County: After four months of meetings, public input, and deliberations, the Vance Monument Task Force co-chairs presented their recommendation to the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners on Dec. 7. Previously, the task force voted 11-1 for removal of the Confederate-era obelisk and to prioritize outside funding for the undertaking of the […]
Brother Wolf works to keep families and pets together during the pandemic
Press release from Brother Wolf Animal Rescue: Job losses and resulting financial struggles have led to a loss of housing for some families during COVID-19. For some relocating families, it’s been a struggle to keep their beloved pets. Brother Wolf Animal Rescue has seen a large increase in requests from Western North Carolina residents who […]
Heart of Brevard announces winners of Downtown Holiday Windows competition
Press release from the Heart of Brevard: Heart of Brevard (HOB) announced today the winners of its Inaugural Downtown Holiday Windows Competition. 30 Downtown businesses spruced up their window displays to compete for bragging rights this holiday season. “The holidays are a beautiful time to stroll the streets of Brevard and support the diverse, local businesses […]
Asheville DSA, N.C. Medicare For All Coalition to hold rally on Saturday, Dec. 12
Press release from the Asheville Democratic Socialists of America and the North Carolina Medicare for All Coalition: What: “Bill Burn” Rally to Demand Medicare For All: Community members in Asheville will be gathering—with masks and using COVID-safe protocols—to rally in support of Medicare For All, and to denounce the corporate control of our current healthcare […]
WNC Nature Centers hosts virtual Party for the Planet
Press release from the WNC Nature Center: For more than 20 years, Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited institutions across North America have thrown a Party for the Planet to celebrate Earth Day (April 22), Endangered Species Day (May 15), and World’s Ocean Day (June 8) through various events, activities, and celebrations that encourage […]
WNC Honors Awards celebrates 70 community development clubs
Press release from WNC Communities: In recognition of 71 years of service, the WNC Honors Awards is renamed the George H.V. Cecil Honors. Mr. George Cecil, who recently passed, was instrumental in the creation and guidance of the WNC Honors Awards program. The WNC Honors Awards is built on a 71-year tradition of recognizing rural […]
Gaia Herb receives gold medal in Inc.’s inaugural Best in Business awards
Press release from Gaia Herbs: Gaia Herbs, a leading natural herbal products brand in the United States, has been awarded the Gold medal in the Wellness Products category for Inc.’s Inaugural Best in Business List. The list recognizes small- and medium-sized privately held American businesses that have made the greatest positive impact on their communities, […]
Cold weather stretches ABCCM’s need for donations
Press release from ABCCM: Every winter season with 29,797, or 11.5% of the Buncombe County population living below the poverty level there is a need to help families and individuals with heating assistance. What follows is just one of many “Cold Weather Stories.” Suhaiba V. is pregnant and lives with her five-year-old daughter. She graduated […]
D1 Training center comes to Asheville
Press release from D1 Training: D1 Training, a leading fitness concept utilizing the five core tenets of athletic-based training, announced its opening a new location in Asheville. The group fitness facility employs a sports-science backed training regimen led by certified trainers to help people of all ages achieve their sport and fitness goals. The highly-anticipated […]
Asheville Parks and Recreation announces Jingle All The Way 5K
Press release from the city of Asheville: Join in the fun and spread a little joy this holiday season! Asheville Parks & Recreation is hosting its first ever Jingle All The Way 5K Walk/Run on Dec. 12 at Carrier Park. Registration is FREE with the donation of a new $10 unwrapped toy. All toys received […]