Press release from the city of Asheville: City Council will hold their annual retreat on March 31 and April 1, 2021. The March 31 meeting will begin at 3 p.m. and the April 1 meeting will begin at 8:30 a.m., both on the Arena Floor of Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville, located at 87 Haywood […]
News Bulletins
CIBO issues meeting scheduled for Friday, April 9
Press release from the Council of Independent Business Owners: Mark your calendar for these upcoming CIBO meetings… CIBO ISSUES MEETING FRIDAY, April 9th (Note: It’s the second Friday in April due to the Holiday) 7:30 am Via Zoom (online meeting platform (1) Buncombe County Comprehensive Plan and Development Services update – Nathan Pennington, Buncombe County […]
City of Asheville remote meetings March 22-26
Press release from the city of Asheville: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following committees will hold remote meetings during the week of March 22-26, 2021. More information, including ways to view and participate will be posted on the committee page and on the Boards & Commissions virtual meeting hub on the CIty’s PublicInput page. All meetings can be […]
One Buncombe Fund to help retain 406 living-wage jobs
Press release from Buncombe County: Donations from Buncombe County, area organizations and businesses, and community members are set to have a significant impact on small businesses. The One Buncombe Fund is awarding $475,000 in grants to 116 area businesses as part of a COVID-19 relief effort. This money will directly assist 406 living-wage jobs by supporting […]
Agenda posted for 3-24-21 Hendersonville City Council meetings
Press release from the city of Hendersonville: As a reminder, the City Council will reconvene their March 4th meeting on 3-24-21 at 4 p.m. to vote on the right-of-way closure of Brown St. They will adjourn the meeting then open their second monthly meeting shortly after. We have made one agenda document so its not confusing. Anyone logging […]
TD Charitable Foundation awards ABCCM $125,000grant
Press release from Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry: ABCCM receives $125,000 from the TD Charitable Foundation 15th Annual Housing for Everyone grant competition. The only agency in North Carolina to receive an award. There are approximately 30-40 million nationally, and 485,000 households in NC at risk of eviction. ABCCM Crisis ministries receives an average of 26 calls weekly […]
Health Department opens online COVID-19 vaccine registry to all eligible groups
Press release from the Henderson County Department of Public Health: The Henderson County Department of Public Health has opened COVID-19 vaccination appointments to all currently eligible groups to schedule online or by phone. The Health Department has launched the COVID-19 Registry, which allows individuals in all currently eligible groups in North Carolina to be contacted for a vaccine […]
Scam alert: suspected caller claiming to be with Buncombe County Internal Audit
Press release from Buncombe County: Notice: On March 18, 2021, the Buncombe County Internal Auditor’s office received a complaint about an individual pretending to be with their office, calling homeowners, and asking for mortgage paperwork information. Please be aware, the Buncombe County Internal Audit office will never ask for personal information regarding your home mortgage […]
Asheville Art Museum named finalist for 2021 IMLS National Medal for Museum and Library Service
Press release from the Asheville Art Museum: The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) announced today that the Asheville Art Museum is among 30 finalists for the 2021 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. The Asheville Art Museum is the only museum in North Carolina to be selected as a finalist for this award. […]
Buncombe County Early Childhood Committee to hold a special meeting March 23
Press release from Buncombe County: NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING NORTH CAROLINA BUNCOMBE COUNTY Notice is hereby given that the Buncombe County Early Childhood Committee will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, March 23, 2021 from 9 – 10 a.m. to discuss the Asheville City Schools FY2022 funding request. To join the virtual meeting online, visit […]
North Carolina’s first sports betting venue will open Thursday, March 18
Press release from the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians: The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) is pleased to announce that The Book, North Carolina’s premier sports betting venue, will open to the public immediately following a ribbon cutting ceremony at 10am on Thursday, March 18 located at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort in Cherokee, NC and […]
Foothills Conservancy is looking for summer interns
Press release from Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina: Foothills Conservancy of North Carolina is now accepting applications for a stewardship intern and a conservation program intern for summer 2021. The part-time stewardship intern will work under the supervision of Foothills Conservancy Stewardship Director Ryan Sparks for 10 weeks for a total of 240 hours (or […]
Town of Beech Mountain asks for throwback photos in celebration of 40th birthday
Press release from Pineapple Public Relations: The highest town in Eastern America will be celebrating a milestone for all of 2021. In 1981, Beech Mountain was formed as a municipality making this year the town’s 40th birthday. To celebrate, Beech Mountain will be commemorating their fabulous 40th with special events and activities for both residents […]
UNCA, ACS pilot new “REGAL” approach at Pisgah View Apartments’ after-school math club
Press release from UNC Asheville: More than a dozen student leaders in Kindergarten through 7th grade are involved in a new partnership model designed to create a learning environment that brings out the “royalty, genius, and uniqueness of each student, centering the humanity, gifts, and dignity of each individual and culture.” That’s according to the […]
Asheville Chamber now accepting applications for Sky High Growth awards
Press release from the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce: You’ve been working hard over the last year. Now, let us recognize those efforts. The Sky High Growth Awards honor the determination and accomplishments of Asheville’s businesses. Honorees are companies experiencing success and contributing to our local economy through innovation and perseverance. Fill out an application. Applications […]
Madison Health and Rehabilitation Center requires weekly COVID-19 testing of all staff
Press release from CommunityLab: Madison Health & Rehabilitation, a skilled nursing facility in Madison County, has partnered with CommunityLab for weekly COVID-19 surveillance testing of about 95 staff members. According to the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, long-term care facilities (including skilled nursing facilities) are at high risk for SARS-CoV-2 spreading among […]
Buncombe County Schools will move to Plan A by the end of March
Press release from Buncombe County Schools: We have some important updates to share with you following the March 17 special-called Board of Education Meeting. First, the board voted to move our intermediate schools to Plan A beginning March 22. Students who chose in-person instruction will attend five days a week. Our intermediate schools are as […]
Splasheville to undergo renovation
Press release from the city of Asheville: The City of Asheville Parks & Recreation Department announces that Splasheville, the very popular interactive splashpad located in Pack Square Park, is getting an overhaul. Work begins this week to replace the plumbing, wiring, control system and repair or replace the surface tiles and supporting gridwork. Weather permitting, […]
Waterfall Keepers of NC will host first cleanup day on Saturday, March 20
Press release from the Waterfall Keepers of North Carolina: WHAT: Waterfall Keepers of North Carolina are hosting their inaugural Waterfall Sweep, a statewide effort to significantly clean up local waterfalls and dispose of litter and trash. This is the first major event hosted by Waterfall Keepers, which launched this past November. More than 150 community […]
Buncombe County COVID trends continue to improve, Group 4 waitlist opens March 17
Press release from Buncombe County: On Tuesday, March 16, Buncombe County Public Health Director Stacie Saunders provided a COVID-19 update to the Board of Commissioners. As of March 16: – There have been 15,970 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Buncombe County since the pandemic’s start. – There have been 294 COVID-19-related deaths in our community. […]
Henderson Co. Health Department switches to phone, email notification system for COVID-19 vaccine waitlist
Press release from Henderson County Department of Public Health: The Henderson County Department of Public Health is utilizing a phone and email notification system for remaining individuals on its COVID-19 Vaccine Waitlist, which gives individuals the option to schedule an appointment or be removed from the waitlist. The Health Department is using the One Call […]