From the City Clerk, City of Asheville: The electronic agenda for the October 12, City Council formal meeting is now available by clicking on the link below. If you have any questions, please call the City Clerk’s Office at 259-5601. http://www.ashevillenc.gov/council/meeting_agenda.htm The formal meeting will also be remote. Instructions for all public comment will be made […]
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A-B Tech receives $1.5 million from Appalachian Regional Commission’s POWER Initiative
Press release from A-B Tech: ASHEVILLE, N.C. – A-B Tech Community College has been awarded $1.5 million by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to equip its advanced manufacturing program to support “Industry 4.0” learning to prepare workers with the necessary skills for living-wage jobs. The award is part of a $46.4 million package supporting 57 projects […]
Assistant City Manager departing for Johnson City, TN
Press release from City of Asheville: Assistant City Manager Cathy Ball has accepted a position as City Manager with Johnson City, TN. Her last day of service in Asheville will be November 10, 2021. Ball has served the Asheville community for 24 years in several key roles, including Transportation Director, Public Works Director, and Assistant […]
City of Asheville committee meetings for Oct. 11-15
Pres release from the City of Asheville: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following committees will hold remote meetings during the week of October 11-15, 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 also […]
Job seekers reentering the workforce encouraged to attend WNC Career Expo
Press release from Asheville Chamber of Commerce With most participating employers interviewing or hiring on the spot for well-paying, available jobs, people returning to the workforce after an employment loss or a pause in career are encouraged to attend the upcoming WNC Career Expo. Presented by the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce and Mountain Area […]
Asheville Outlets to host free COVID-19 vaccine clinics
Press release Asheville Outlets Asheville Outlets to Host free COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics No Appointment Necessary Pfizer, Moderna and J&J vaccines available WHAT: Free COVID-19 Vaccines at Asheville Outlets WHEN: Monday, Oct. 4, Tuesday, Oct. 5 and Wednesday, Oct, 6 from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday, Oct. 11, Tuesday, Oct. 12 and Wednesday, Oct. 13 […]
Pardee UNC Health Care announces changes to patient eligibility for COVID infusion clinic, new treatments offered
Press release from Pardee UNC Health Care In response to diminishing supply and ongoing demand for the highly effective monoclonal antibody treatment, Pardee UNC Health Care announced today that it is adjusting patient eligibility criteria. In order to manage supply and continue to serve the community, Pardee will only accept referrals to the clinic for COVID-positive […]
Buncombe County seeks public input on variety of services
Press release from Buncombe County Need to get something off your chest about Buncombe County? Are you concerned about issues and areas where we could be providing better service? There’s a survey for that. Your voice can help change the future of Buncombe County. All we need is 10-15 minutes of your time. Buncombe County […]
Biltmore COVID-19 drive-through booster site closed today due to extreme weather
Press release from Buncombe County Health & Human Services In anticipation of extreme weather heading into the area, the drive-through COVID-19 booster site at Biltmore Church Arden will be closed today, October 7, 2021. The site will reopen tomorrow at 10 a.m. and will close at 4 p.m. The Pfizer booster is available at many […]
Sponsor a child for the holidays
Press release from Eliada Home: Help Make a Child Smile this Holiday Season! Eliada works hard to make the holidays a special time for the children in our care. You can help bring a smile to their face by fulfilling their holiday wishes! Sponsor a Child: When you sign up to sponsor a child […]
Powering Up: Buncombe bolsters solar portfolio with four additional projects
Press release from Buncombe County: Sunny days are ahead as Buncombe County continues its commitment to environmental and energy stewardship as part of its 2025 Strategic Plan. On Oct. 5, the Board of Commissioners approved moving forward with four solar projects, including agreements to install panels at UNC Asheville and the Town of Black Mountain. […]
And The “Crammy” Award goes to?
Press release from Asheville Area Arts Council: The Asheville Area Arts Council is proud to announce a new addition to this year’s Creative Sector Summit held on November 3– the first ever “Crammy” award. Named after local entrepreneur and philanthropist John Cram– who passed away last year– the John Cram Arts Leadership Award seeks to honor […]
Office of Sustainability shares updated city-wide carbon emissions numbers
Press release from the city of Asheville: The City has committed to reducing carbon emissions from municipal operations since 2007 when City Council adopted Resolution 07-90 and reaffirmed that commitment in 2011 by increasing the annual carbon reduction goal through Resolution 11-77. In fiscal year 2019/2020 (July 1, 2019 – June 30, 2020), the City […]
Buncombe COVID cases drop for third week, County nears 400 COVID-related deaths
Press release from Buncombe County: For the third straight week, COVID-19 cases continue to decline, and the percent positivity is 6.7%, down from the mid-9% range a month ago. As transmission rates decrease, hospitalizations have also decreased. However, with 397 COVID-related deaths, Buncombe County is closing in on a grim milestone. Cases per 100,000 per […]
Buncombe Board of Adjustment meeting set for Oct. 13
Press release from Buncombe County: Information about this meeting can be found on the BOA meeting calendar. Application documents and staff reports can be found by searching on the Development Project Portal. Agenda for Board of Adjustment 12:00 P.M. October 13, 2021 Board Members will attend this meeting in-person The public may participate by ZOOM or […]
Buncombe County Community Update at 2:30 p.m.
Press release from Buncombe County: Buncombe County Public Health Director Stacie Saunders will be providing a COVID-19 Community Update during the Buncombe County Commissioners’ pre-meeting on Tuesday, October 5th at 2:30 p.m. Watch this update via Facebook Live in English @Buncombegov or in Spanish @BCHHS.
City of Asheville issues Water Revenue Bonds
Press release from City of Asheville: We are pleased to announce that the City of Asheville successfully issued a series of Water Revenue Bonds on September 30, 2021. What does this mean? Bonds are a financial tool that cities can use to pay for various things like capital projects. In 2018, the City of Asheville took […]
HIL Consultants share financial analysis with Asheville City Board of Education
Press release from Asheville City Schools: As a follow-up to our May Budget Presentation, Executive Director of Communications Ashley-Michelle Thublin asked Mrs. Harvey to contact HIL Consultants to complete a financial analysis of the district,” said Asheville City Board of Education Chair James Carter. In response to this request, HIL Consultants presented on the district’s current budget and the […]
Asheville Parks & Rec offers family-friendly fall activities
Press release from City of Asheville: Fall has arrived in the mountains and now is the most beautiful time to head outside with your family and enjoy all that our amazing parks have to offer. Check out mountain bike trails, hiking trails and disc golf at recently updated Richmond Hill Park (300 Richmond Hill Drive). […]
Buncombe County selects Rachel Edens as chief equity & human rights officer
Press release from Buncombe County: After a national search and competitive hiring process, Buncombe County is pleased to announce Rachel Edens will fill the newly created position of Chief Equity & Human Rights Officer. This role is an important new addition to the County’s leadership team, reporting directly to Assistant County Manager DK Wesley. The 2025 […]
Buncombe County Solid Waste offers a compost drop-off center
Press release from Buncombe County: A new partnership from Buncombe County and the City of Asheville aims to help reduce greenhouse gases and organic matter in the landfill by offering residents a place to drop off compostable matter. Starting Oct. 4, County residents can drop off food scraps and other compostable materials at the Buncombe County Landfill Convenience Center to […]