Pilot Program, “It’s OK to Not Be OK” Targets Ages 16 to 25 In Transition with Needed Services; Buncombe and Henderson Counties Earmarked as Launch Locations ASHEVILLE, NC — North Carolina Healthy Transitions (NCHT), a project funded by the Substance Abuse Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), has aligned with two local mental health agencies, Youth Villages […]
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City of Asheville Boards & Commissions vacancy flyer
From the City of Asheville: Please find the October vacancy flyer for current openings on the City of Asheville Boards & Commissions. The application deadline is October 4 at 5 p.m. unless noted otherwise. This month’s opportunities include: Board of Adjustment Homeless Initiative Advisory Committee Human Relations Commission of Asheville Noise Advisory Board (NEW) Planning and […]
SBA opens second Business Recovery Center in Buncombe County
From the U.S. Small Business Administration: The U.S. Small Business Administration announced today the opening of a Business Recovery Center at the Asheville Buncombe Technical Community College on Thursday, Sept. 16 at noon to assist all businesses and residents with one-on-one assistance in submitting a disaster loan application for remnants of Tropical Storm Fred on […]
Buncombe County Commissioners looking for public input on millions in COVID-19 relief funding
Press release from Buncombe County Government: Before the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners vote on the next round of spending in the $50 million American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) COVID-19 relief funding, they want to hear the community’s thoughts on prioritizing the funding. There will be a public input session hosted by County Commissioners for […]
Drive-up COVID-19 testing available for WNC residents with results in 24 hours
Press release from Sanesco International: Schedule Online Appointments. Fast Results. PCR testing with options for swab or saliva testing. Arden, N.C. – CommunityLab is pleased to offer local residents drive-up COVID-19 testing at its facility located at 2 Trident Dr. in Arden. Results are available within 24 hours or less. Same-day appointments are often available with reservation time […]
Sen. Edwards notices public hearing on redistricting in NC11 at Western Carolina University
Press release from the office of Senator Chuck Edwards: Senator Chuck Edwards (R-Henderson), ranking member of the Senate Redistricting Committee, announces that the North Carolina Senate and House Redistricting Committees will hear public comment on Sept. 21. Senator Edwards will be presiding over the meeting. The Senate and House Redistricting Committees are traveling to each […]
Artist support grants now available
Press release from the Asheville Area Arts Council: Grants ranging between $500 and $2,000 are currently available for emerging and established artists across North Carolina. The North Carolina Arts Council understands the important role artists contribute to the vitality, unity and resiliency of our communities. NCAC has established the North Carolina Arts Council Artist Support […]
COVID cases, rates, and percent positivity remain at high levels
Press release from Buncombe County: Although cases per 100,000 per week decreased slightly to 351 this week from 366 the week prior, COVID cases, rates, and percent positivity remain at high levels. The percent positivity continues to show stabilization in the mid-9% range for roughly 3.5 weeks. The current percent positivity is 9.4%, a slight […]
YMCA of WNC Welcoming Week reminds community that belonging begins with us
Press release from the YMCA of Western North Carolina: The YMCA of Western North Carolina is joining Welcoming America, other YMCAs, and organizations nationwide to celebrate immigrants’ contributions to communities and bring together all residents in a spirit of unity. Each year, Welcoming Week elevates the growing movement of communities that fully embrace new Americans […]
Virtual town hall events explore African American history in the Smokies
Press release from Great Smoky Mountains National Park: Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials invite the public to three town hall events this fall hosted by Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College, University of North Carolina Asheville, and Western Carolina University concerning the history of African Americans within and around the park. “In the heart of these […]
UNC Asheville featured in the Princeton Review’s The Best 387 Colleges
Press release from the University of North Carolina at Asheville: UNC Asheville is featured in The Princeton Review’s 2022 edition of The Best 387 Colleges, which includes just 14% of America’s four-year colleges.For this milestone 30th edition, The Princeton Review curated a unique resource: 26 “Great Lists.” The “Great Lists” identify the colleges in the […]
City of Asheville rolls out a fresh round of bear-resistant trash carts
Press release from the city of Asheville: Urban bears prowling for a trashcan meal may have to resort to berries in some sections of the City. Following the successful rollout of Asheville Sanitation’s bear-resistant trash cart pilot program in January with 340 initial carts, another 300 of them are now being delivered to residents on […]
Tzedek Social Justice Fund accepting applications for 2021 Impact Awards
Press release from Tzedek Social Justice Fund: Tzedek Impact Awards, offered through the Tzedek Social Justice Fund, recognizes community members who have worked to shift policies, affect cultural change, and respond to immediate needs for those who have been harmed by systems of oppression. BIPOC, LGBTQ, and Jewish individuals are encouraged to apply. “We are honored […]
Memorial for incarcerated laborers who built WNC Railroad to be dedicated Oct. 17
Press release from Western North Carolina Historical Association: The RAIL Memorial Project Committee is pleased to announce that the dedication of the RAIL Memorial will be held on October 17 at 3:30 at Andrews Geyser near Old Fort, NC. The dedication is the culmination of over a year’s work by the committee to raise awareness of […]
Asheville City Council public hearings set for Sept. 28
Press release from City of Asheville: The following are public hearings scheduled for the next formal meeting – September 28. This listing is for information only and is subject to change. Please call City Clerk Maggie Burleson at 259-5601 if you have any questions. A. Public hearing to consider an amendment to Articles II […]
YWCA of Asheville offers Racial Justice Training workshops in October
Press release from YWCA of Asheville: Our fall community workshops are open for registration! Join the YWCA’s Three-Part Racial Justice Training to explore racial justice concepts develop a deeper understanding of racism, overlapping systems of oppression, and racial equity in Asheville and Buncombe County. The training will take place over three sessions, each lasting one hour and fifteen […]
A-B Tech Workforce Career Fair ‘Block Party’ set for Sept. 23
Press release from Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College: A Workforce Career Fair “Block Party” will be held Thursday, September 23 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at A-B Tech’s Advanced Manufacturing Center, located at 41 Fernihurst Drive on the college’s main campus. The event, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored by A-B Tech, […]
Webinar on COVID’s impact on the African American community set for Sept. 30
Press release from the E.W. Pearson Project Collaborative: Make plans to attend the COVID’s Impact on the African American Community Webinar hosted by the E.W. Pearson Project Collaborative on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at 6pm. According to the Center for Disease Control, “The COVID-19 pandemic has brought social and racial injustice and inequity to the forefront […]
Asheville City Schools shares latest Back to School Safety Update
Press release from Asheville City Schools: HEALTH AND SAFETY PROTOCOLS COVID-19 Health and Safety Protocols were discussed during this evening’s Work Session of the Asheville City Board of Education. The presentation shared with the Board can be found here. A panel made up of school and district leaders discussed our data dashboard, announcing that, beginning this […]
Annual meeting of Buncombe County TDA set for Sept. 15
Press release from Explore Asheville Convention & Visitors Bureau: WHAT: Explore Asheville is hosting the 2021 Annual Meeting of the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority. The theme for this live, in-person event is “The Heart of Hospitality.” WHEN: Wednesday, September 15, 3 – 6 p.m. [see detailed agenda below] WHERE: Thomas Wolfe Auditorium WHO: This event […]
Sister Kitten Animal Rescue collecting supplies for those impacted by Hurricane Ida
Press release from Sister Kitten Animal Rescue: Hurricane Ida made landfall on August 29 devastating much of Louisiana. In its wake, Maggie Valley-based Sister Kitten Animal Rescue responded to assist with animal rescue and recovery efforts on the ground. Sister Kitten worked with the Humane Society of Louisiana to deliver food and supplies to people and animals in […]