Press release from the Community Foundation of Western North Carolina: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) recently approved scholarships totaling $410,250 to 91 WNC students in 60 schools in 19 counties. More than 60 volunteers from the community worked to review applications and select recipients, some through Zoom meetings and online interviews. Top […]
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Arts Council launches new Arts Coalition
Press release from Asheville Area Arts Council: The Creative Economy in Buncombe County spans over 8 supersectors and supports 14,000+ jobs. In order to better serve the many diverse arts professionals and businesses in our community, the Asheville Area Arts Council formed the Arts Coalition to drive policy in 10 key focus areas from arts education […]
Noise Ordinance Appeals Board hearing set for July 9
Press release from City of Asheville: The Noise Ordinance Appeals Board will hold an in-person meeting to hear an appeal on Friday, July 9, 2021 at 2:00 pm in A-109 (large public meeting room) on the first floor of the City of Asheville’s Public Works building located at 161 S Charlotte St. More information, including hearing documents will be posted on […]
July 9 Downtown Commission meeting canceled
Press release from City of Asheville: The regularly scheduled Downtown Commission meeting scheduled for Friday, July 9 has been canceled. The next meeting will be held Friday, August 13 at 9:30 a.m. in City Hall.
Proposals for Asheville Chamber’s Smart Series due July 21
Press release from Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce: Asheville Chamber members are invited to submit a proposal for the 2021-2022 Smart Series beginning September 2021. Each session will be held in the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce Board Room from 12-1 p.m. Topics and guidelines are listed below. Proposals should be submitted by Wednesday, July 21. Proposal […]
Man stabbed on Tunnel Road remains in critical condition
Press release from Asheville Police Department: A man is in the hospital in critical but stable condition after being stabbed in the upper leg. The stabbing happened in the area of 165 Tunnel Road at 9:46 p.m. on July 5. Detectives are investigating this incident, but need your help. If you would like to anonymously share […]
Man shot on Atkinson Street in critical condition
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (07/03/2021): Asheville Police Department officers responded to a 911 call at approximately 1 p.m. Saturday on Atkinson Street regarding a reported gunshot victim. When officers arrived, they found one victim with a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the hospital and is in critical condition. Detectives are […]
A New Autism and Special Needs Resource Fair is Coming to Asheville
Press release from We Rock the Spectrum: Asheville, NC – June 24th, 2021: We Rock the Spectrum (WRTS) – Asheville announces its Rockin’ Resource Fair — a day for families with children of all abilities to come together in awareness, understanding, and support. The event will be held at 63 Turtle Creek Dr., Asheville, NC […]
Health insurance enrollment help available to WNC unemployed
Press release from Mountain Projects: HealthCare.gov announces new more affordable health insurance eligibility through temporary unemployment provisions within the American Rescue Plan. As of July 1, households with anyone who received at least one week of unemployment during 2021 are eligible to receive advanced premium tax credits that will qualify them for a $0 to $10 plan on […]
WNC Regional Air Quality Agency Board announces agenda for July 12 meeting
Press release from the WNC Regional Air Quality Agency: Please find attached the Agenda for the Monday, July 12, meeting of the WNC Regional Air Quality Agency Board. This meeting will be held at 4:00 p.m. Due to recommendations to limit public gatherings and Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), this meeting will be conducted remotely as authorized […]
Council on Aging of Buncombe County schedules Medicare webinars
Press release from the Council on Aging of Buncombe County: The Council on Aging of Buncombe County, in conjunction with the N.C. Department of Insurance’s Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP), announces its webinars “Introduction to Medicare – Understanding the Puzzle” for July–September 2021. The classes will explain how Medicare works, the enrollment process, how […]
Buncombe seeks boards and commissions applicants
Press release from Buncombe County: Are you looking for a great way to get involved with your community and make a difference? Boards, committees, and commission members aid the governing process by keeping Buncombe County in touch with the ideas and attitudes of our community. They help provide direction for the allocation of funds, the […]
Jackson Park litter cleanup scheduled for July 10
Press release from Conserving Carolina: Conserving Carolina and El Centro are partnering together to host a community cleanup at Jackson Park in Henderson County on Saturday, July 10. Conserving Carolina and El Centro are excited to cohost this event and bring our community together to take care of the places we love and share in […]
BCSO seeks missing Arden teen Tristan Millsaps
Press release from the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office: The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate a missing teenager from the Arden area of Buncombe County. Tristan Millsaps is age 15, approximately 5’ 1” and 130 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. Tristan may have a mustache and was last seen on June […]
Buncombe commissioners to hold special meeting July 13
Notice from Buncombe County: Notice is hereby given that the Board of Commissioners of Buncombe County has called a special meeting of the board beginning at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 13, at 200 College Street, Room 326, in downtown Asheville, North Carolina. The special meeting will be held in order to conduct interviews for […]
Urban centers zoning moves to Asheville Planning and Zoning July 7
Press release from the City of Asheville: The Urban Place Form Code District heads to the Planning & Zoning Commission on July 7 as part of the Urban Centers rezoning proposal, initiated by the Asheville Department of Planning & Urban Design. Urban Centers are a component of the city’s Comprehensive Plan, Living Asheville. They are intended […]
Asheville City Schools closed July 5
Press release from Asheville City Schools: In celebration of the July 4th holiday, Asheville City Schools will be closed on Monday, July 5. This day off includes both our hardworking School Nutrition and Transportation Departments. Therefore, we will NOT be serving meals at either our school or community-based meal distribution sites on Monday, […]
Weaverville, Woodfin, and Woodfin Water & Sewer 2021 Municipal Election Candidate Filing Begins July 2
Press release from Buncombe County: Another election season is approaching, and Election Services has all the information you need if you want to be a candidate in one of the local races. Below you will find information about what races are on the 2021 ballot, eligibility requirements, how to file, and more. What races am […]
Four LGBTQ-inclusive nondiscrimination ordinances take effect in North Carolina
Press release from Campaign for Southern Equality and Equality NC: Today, LGBTQ-inclusive nondiscrimination ordinances passed earlier this year take effect in four different North Carolina communities – Asheville, Buncombe County, Durham, and Greensboro. The ordinances ensure protections in private employment and places of public accommodations – such as restaurants and businesses – from discrimination based on […]
Wells Fargo announces $3 million in grants to CDFIs to support minority-owned small businesses in North Carolina
Press release from Wells Fargo & Company: Wells Fargo today announced $3 million in grants to Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) to help underserved small businesses in rural and Southern Appalachian communities manage the economic effects of COVID-19. Wells Fargo has selected Carolina Small Business Development Fund (CSBDF) and Natural Capital Investment Fund (NCIFund), which both […]
Elections 101: Election Services hosts an interactive discussion
Press release from Buncombe County: Elections 101: Election Services Hosts an Interactive Discussion From the COVID-19 pandemic to record-breaking turnout, 2020 was a landmark year for elections. Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes to pull off a seamless Election Day? Join the Buncombe County Election Services team for Elections 101, an online […]