Press release from United Way of Henderson County: In honor of National 211 Day on February 11, United Way of Henderson County (UWHC) encourages residents to spread the word about this vital service that helps millions of people across North America, and thousands of people in Henderson County each year. 211 is a free, confidential […]
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Battle of the Badges Blood Drive returns
Press release from American Red Cross: The countdown to the 11th Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive is on. Buncombe County and Asheville first responders face off every year for a lifesaving cause. Local heroes are rolling up their sleeves and encouraging the community to do the same. Just one donation can save up to three […]
Last summer’s 93rd annual Mountain Dance and Folk Festival will be available online Feb. 11-21
Press release from the Folk Heritage Committee: The Folk Heritage Committee is delighted to announce it will re-stream last summer’s 93rd Annual Mountain Dance and Folk Festival® on February 11-21, 2021. Because of state, county and city COVID-19 restrictions on mass gatherings, the Folk Heritage Committee encourages you to join us online for a unique […]
Asheville Humane Society hosts $5 adoption days through Saturday, Feb. 13
Press release from the Asheville Humane Society: It’s almost Valentine’s Day, and Lady Whiskerdown says the true scandal of the season is that we have SO many yet-unmatched pets still waiting for suitors! Our eligible dogs and cats are waiting to find true love, and they won’t settle for anything less! If you can’t adopt, […]
Thompson Child & Family Focus partners with Vaya Health for expansion of therapeutic foster care services
Press release from Thompson Child & Family: Thompson Child & Family Focus (Thompson), Charlotte’s leading human services organization, is partnering with Vaya Health to expand its range of services to meet the needs of adolescents who need foster care within the state, using an innovative treatment model. With support from Vaya Health, Thompson will implement […]
City of Asheville seeks applicants to join committees and boards
Press release from the City of Asheville government: The City of Asheville has various openings on various committees. 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 […]
Western Carolina University readies COVID-19 vaccine clinic on campus
Press release from Western Carolina University: With freezers now on campus, staff in place, and volunteers on the way, Western Carolina University is in the final stages of preparations to open a COVID-19 vaccine clinic. The university will learn later this week how many vaccines it will be receiving. The vaccines will be stored in […]
Henderson County Department of Public Health responds to North Carolina Group 3 vaccination timeline
Press release from Henderson County Department of Public Health: Gov. Roy Cooper announced yesterday (Feb. 10) that he would open Group 3 starting with teachers and childcare workers on Feb. 24 and expand to others in Group 3 on March 10. In the press conference it was implied that school staff/childcare workers would be vaccinated […]
Buncombe Board of Commissioners announces special meeting for Tuesday, Feb. 16
Press release form Buncombe County government: Notice is hereby given that the Board of Commissioners of Buncombe County has called a special meeting of the Board beginning at 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at 200 College Street, Room 326, in downtown Asheville, North Carolina. The special meeting will be held in order to […]
Organic Growers School announces a summer agroecology tour to Cuba
Press release from Organic Growers School: Organic Growers School is partnering with Food First and Altruvistas to offer their fourth Cuba Agroecology Tour and their first such trip in the summer from June 22 through July 1, 2021, with a focus on the country’s intensive sustainable agriculture practices. The tour, to be comprised of growers, […]
The Alliance for Aviation Across America commends Asheville Mayor Esther Manheimer
Press release from Alliance for Aviation Across America: The Alliance for Aviation Across America today commended Mayor Esther Manheimer of Asheville, North Carolina for proclaiming February “General Aviation Appreciation Month.” In North Carolina, general aviation contributes over $5 billion to the state’s economy per year. “Mayor Manheimer’s proclamation helps highlight the economic benefits and valuable […]
Black Mountain Library reopens at 50% capacity
Press release from Buncombe County government: Following a possible COVID exposure and temporary closure due to limited staffing resources, the Black Mountain Library will reopen to the public at 50 percent capacity on Thursday, Feb. 11. Current hours are: Sunday & Monday : Closed Tuesday: 2-7 p.m. Wednesday & Thursday: 1-6 p.m. Friday & Saturday: […]
Monthly WNC history lecture series launches Feb. 25
Press release from Western North Carolina Historical Association: Western North Carolina is a place of old traditions and even older mountains, family names that date back for generations, as well as an increasing number of new arrivals. The original stewards of this land were the Anikituwagi, more commonly known as the Cherokee. Today, the Cherokee’s […]
Town of Mills River offers public preview of comprehensive town plan
Press release from the Town of Mills River: Following two years of public input, stakeholder engagement, community outreach, and technical analysis, the Town of Mills River is inviting you to preview the Making Mills River Comprehensive Plan. Next Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at 3:30 and 6:30 PM the Town is hosting virtual meetings to present […]
Educators, school personnel and child care workers are eligible for COVID-19 vaccines beginning Feb. 24
Press release from the office of N.C. Governor Roy Cooper: Today Governor Roy Cooper and North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Mandy K. Cohen, M.D. outlined a timeline for Group 3 frontline workers becoming eligible to receive the Covid-19 vaccine, beginning with anyone working in child care or in PreK – 12 […]
CFWNC puts out fresh call for grant applications to Buncombe, Haywood and Madison County organizations
Press releases from CFWNC: The 2021 spring grant cycle of the Pigeon River Fund of The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) is open for applications. The Pigeon River Fund seeks to improve the streams and rivers of Haywood, Buncombe and Madison counties. Since 1996, the Pigeon River Fund has distributed more than $7.9 […]
Blue Ridge Humane Society offers new text line to help find lost pets
Press release from Blue Ridge Humane Society: Blue Ridge Humane Society has launched a new lost animal text line to further provide support for pet owners facing the unthinkable: a lost pet. If you have a pet go missing, text ‘LOST’ to (833) 786-0730 and start receiving actions to take immediately. The text messages, containing steps […]
Local consultant to present to United Nations commission and hold side event on telehealth
Announcement from Blue Ridge Impact Consulting: Western North Carolina based Blue Ridge Impact Consulting is hosting a side event at the 59th Session of the Commission for Social Development with American TelePhysicians and distinguished experts from the US Army, and AARP, the NASA Kennedy Space Center. “The Critical Role of Digital Health in Access to […]
Highly transmissible B.1.1.7 COVID-19 variant detected in Buncombe County
Press release from Buncombe County Government: On Tuesday, Feb. 9, Buncombe County Public Health Director Stacie Saunders provided a weekly COVID community update. As of Feb. 9: – There are 14,193 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Buncombe County since the pandemic’s start. – There have been 270 COVID-19-related deaths in our community. – The number […]
BeLoved Asheville campaign against camp clearing wins statewide change
Press release from BeLoved Asheville: BeLoved Asheville has been building community with people who are experiencing homelessness for 12 years. We have been advocating since Monday, Feb. 1st since visiting the Lexington Bridge encampment when we discovered the camp had been cleared by NCDOT in the presence of the Asheville Police Department. We were there to […]
Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC expands into eight additional counties
Press release from Big Brothers Big Sisters of WNC: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Western North Carolina has announced it will expand its mentoring programs into eight new counties in 2021, bringing to 18 the number of counties it serves. “We are very excited to bring BBBS programs to all counties in Western North Carolina,” […]