Press release from the Asheville Police Department: Detectives need your help identifying a man suspected of stealing several catalytic converters. At 3 a.m. on May 6, officers responded to a theft call in the area of Sweeten Creek Road and Busbee View Road. The investigation determined that 8 catalytic converters had been stolen. The man […]
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Buncombe County man charged in ongoing investigation
Press release from Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office: On May 18, Detectives with the Special Victims Unit of the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at 36 Tucker Road in Black Mountain. During the execution of the search warrant, Trent Brandon Holbert was arrested and charged with Contributing to the Delinquency of a Juvenile. […]
Henderson County Public Schools recognizes 67 top scholars
Press release from Henderson County Public Schools: After an unfortunate hiatus in 2020 due to the pandemic, the annual Top Scholars celebration is returning to Henderson County Public Schools (HCPS), albeit in a new form. Sixty-seven of the district’s highest-achieving graduating seniors will be honored this evening at 6 p.m. during 2020-2021 Top Scholars recognitions […]
Local farm gives back to veterans
Press release from 360PR+: The transition from military life back into everyday society is a challenge all veterans face. Founded by an Air Force veteran, Veteran’s Healing Farm in Hendersonville, N.C. was created to provide a host of therapeutic benefits, from sunlight to physical exercise and organically grown produce, to help face this challenge. Thanks to […]
Western North Carolina VA Health Care System partners with the Asheville Fire Department
Press release form WNC VA Health Care System: The Western North Carolina VA Health Care System has partnered with the Asheville Fire Department to ensure firefighters can maintain continuity of service while Fire Station 8 off Tunnel Road is undergoing a much-needed two-week bay floor renovation. The station has a ladder truck and an engine, […]
UPDATED: City of Asheville remote meetings for May 24 -28
Press release from the City of Asheville government: The post was updated on May 20 at 1:50 p.m. to reflect the cancellation of the Housing & Community Development meeting. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following committees will hold remote meetings during the week of May 24-28, 2021. More information, including ways to view and […]
Detectives asking for help to identify man in critical condition
UPDATE 2:21 p.m., May 27, from the Asheville Police Department: Detectives are still seeking help to identify a man in critical condition. In addition to the tattoo of a cassette tape, he has a DaVinci “flying machine” tattoo on his left side, and the “Man’s Response to Vibrations” tattooed on his left chest area. If […]
Historic Resources Commission honors two volunteers for restoring and caring for the South Asheville Cemetery
Press release from the city of Asheville: Each year, the Historic Resources Commission awards an individual or individuals in the community who by word or deed has kindled among the citizenry of Asheville and Buncombe County an appreciation for the history or historic resources of the area. The Historic Resources Commission is pleased to honor […]
Southern Conference Basketball Championships to remain in Asheville through 2026
Press release from the Southern Conference: The Southern Conference has reached an agreement with representatives from the Asheville Buncombe Regional Sports Commission, Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville, Buncombe County and the City of Asheville, North Carolina, to continue to host the league’s men’s and women’s basketball championships at Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville through 2026. The […]
Community invited to Wilma Dykeman’s 101st birthday anniversary
Press release from the city of Asheville: Bring your friends to 8 River Arts Place at 3 pm Thursday (May 20) and help the community honor author Wilma Dykeman. Dykeman, who has meant so much to the development of the French Broad Riverfront that the community named the new greenway after her, would have been […]
Book Launch party for new children’s book, Tippy Finds His Purpose by Mary Beth Stevens
Press release from the Hendersonville Community Theatre: It’s National Rescue Dog Day, Thursday, May 20 and Mountain Page Press is hosting a book launch for Mary Beth Stevens, local author of children’s book, Tippy Finds His Purpose. Stevens will read the book, introduce you to Tippy, her real rescue dog, answer questions, and sign purchased copies […]
Jane Hatley retires after nearly two-decades with Self-Help
Press release from Self-Help Credit Union: After a tenure than spans almost 20 years, Jane Hatley is stepping down from her leadership role with the Self-Help Credit Union venture’s fund. Jane is retiring to “spend more time with my grandchildren.” Jane started her career at Self-Help in 2001 as a commercial loan officer, then went on […]
Friends of DuPont State Forest announce Share the Trails campaign
Press release from Friends of DuPont Forest: Celebrating 21 years of caring for the trails, waterfalls, and natural resources of DuPont State Recreational Forest, Friends of DuPont Forest is introducing the Share the Trails Campaign for the summer of 2021. This education-focused campaign provides guidelines to visitors on best practices for sharing and caring for the […]
Creative industry jobs report released
Press release from the Asheville Area Arts Council: Asheville Area Arts Council has released a new Creative Jobs Report, which provides an in-depth look at Buncombe County’s creative economy leading up to the pandemic. Arts council Executive Director Katie Cornell says the report is the first step in understanding the real impacts of the past year. […]
City of Asheville Boards and Commission opportunities
Press release from the city of Asheville: BE A LOCAL LEADER 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? If […]
Masks still required in Buncombe County Courthouse
Press release from Office of the District Court Judges, 28th Judicial District: This matter comes on before the Senior Resident Superior Court Judge and Chief District Court Judge of the 28th Judicial District, in exercise of their in-chambers jurisdiction, through the “inherent power the court [having] the authority to do all things that are reasonably necessary for […]
Bob Moog Foundation, Aloft Asheville Downtown partner to bring Moogseum poster exhibit to hotel
Press release from McKibbon Hospitality: The Bob Moog Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the legacy of Dr. Bob Moog, beloved inventor of the Moog synthesizer, has partnered with Aloft Asheville Downtown to host a pop-up art exhibit at the hotel’s gallery celebrating Bob’s influential impact on the music community in Asheville and the world at large. The […]
Silent vigil for immigration reform at Henderson County historic courthouse, May 21
Press release from Progressive Alliance of Henderson County: Progressive Alliance of Henderson County hosts a silent vigil for immigration reform on Friday, May 21, 4-4:30 p.m., in front of the Henderson County historic courthouse. Silent vigils are held on the third Friday of every month. Signs will be provided or participants are welcome to bring their own.
Truck driver makes several attempts to run over a man on the side of the road
Press release from Asheville Police Department: The driver of a pickup truck tried several times to run over a man on the side of the road, but instead hit his cart containing his belongings and his cat. Thankfully both the man and the cat were not hurt. This happened at 4:54 p.m. on May 17 […]
Asheville 2021 Point-in-Time count of people experiencing homelessness tabulated
Press release from City of Asheville: The City of Asheville’s 2021 Point-in-Time count was conducted on January 27, 2021, and the results have been submitted to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The 2021 Point-in-Time count identified 527 people experiencing homelessness in our community, which is a slight decrease from the 2020 count […]
Courtney Youngblood becomes WLOS’ first female GM
Press release from WLOS: Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. announced that Courtney Youngblood has been promoted to Vice President & General Manager of WLOS (ABC) in Asheville, North Carolina. Ms. Youngblood will also oversee Sinclair’s provision of services to WMYA (MyNet affiliate). The announcement was made by Rob Weisbord, President of Broadcast and Chief Advertising Revenue Officer. […]