Press release from UNC Asheville: Asheville, NC – Today, the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge hosted its third biennial awards ceremony to recognize select higher education institutions, educators, and students for their extraordinary work in student voter engagement during the 2020 presidential election. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic and most students learning virtually, the honorees ensured […]
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Superintendent Gene Freeman appointed to the Housing Authority of the city of Asheville Board of Directors
Press release from Asheville City Schools: Superintendent Dr. Gene Freeman is the newest member to join the Housing Authority of the City of Asheville Board of Directors. Mayor Manheimer appointed him to the seven-person board last week. Dr. Freeman’s appointment symbolizes the close partnership between Asheville City Schools and the Asheville Housing Authority. In fact, […]
10 acres donated for inclusion in future park
Press release from Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy: The future Pisgah View State Park is beginning to take shape, primarily created from land owned by the Cogburn family. The family opened Pisgah View Ranch in 1941, and it became a beloved spot for generations of guests to gather for events and to enjoy outdoor recreation. In […]
UPDATED Asheville Outlets to host free COVID-19 vaccine clinics
Press release from Asheville Outlets: No Appointment Necessary – Pfizer, Moderna and J&J Vaccines Available WHAT: FREE COVID-19 Vaccines at Asheville Outlets WHEN: Monday, November 8 through Wednesday, November 10 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. WHERE: Asheville Outlets at 800 Brevard Road, Asheville. Mobile clinic located behind Sportsman’s Warehouse. DETAILS: FEMA’s mobile vaccine […]
Hendersonville Police officer wins national RISE award
Press release from the city of Hendersonville: Hendersonville, NC (November 8, 2021) – The Hendersonville Police Department is pleased to announce Officer Joreeca Dinnall is one of three officers across the nation to receive a 2021 Axon RISE Officer Award. Designed to honor those in public safety and community organizations, the RISE Awards highlight the untold […]
BBB Warning: Impostors still posing as Powerball winner
Press release from the Better Business Bureau: Reports to BBB Scam Tracker indicate scammers are still using Powerball Winner Manuel Franco’s name to send out text messages, social media messages, phone calls or emails informing people they’ve “been chosen” to receive free money from Franco. Lottery scams like this make it seem as if you […]
Notice of Special Meeting: Buncombe County Audit Committee
Notice from Buncombe County: NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING NORTH CAROLINA BUNCOMBE COUNTY Notice is hereby given that the Buncombe County Audit Committee has called a special meeting of the Committee beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 to be held at 200 College Street, Room 310 in downtown Asheville, in which it will […]
City of Asheville offices to close for Veterans Day, ART buses and Sanitation collection to run on regular schedule
Press release from City of Asheville: In observance of Veterans Day, City of Asheville offices will be closed November 11. Here is a look at how City services will be affected. Art bus service and Sanitation collection will not be affected and will run as usual. Harrah’s Cherokee Center Asheville will operate on its regular […]
Asheville City Council continues remote meeting format and here’s how to participate
Press release from the City of Asheville: For safety and to reduce the transmission of COVID-19, Asheville City Council meetings remain in remote format and accessible to the public in accordance with N.C. General Statute § 166A-19.24(f) . This includes the 5 p.m. November 9 City Council meeting. Here’s what you need to know to watch/listen […]
As Long As the Grass Shall Grow: Buncombe Register of Deeds launches Cherokee land acknowledgement website
Press release from Buncombe County: While Buncombe County has been firmly established since its official incorporation date of 1792, we know its story begins before that date. Traditionally, Buncombe County, and much of its surrounding land, belonged to the Anigiduwagi, more commonly known as the Cherokee. In an attempt to take the first steps of […]
City Council Agenda – Nov. 9
From the City Clerk, City of Asheville: The electronic agenda for the November 9, 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 This meeting will remain remote. Instructions for all public comment will be made available on […]
City of Asheville virtual meetings Nov. 8-12
Notice form the Deputy City Clerk, City of Asheville: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following committees will hold remote meetings during the week of November 8-12, 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 virtual […]
Person has been located: Sheriff’s Office attempting to locate missing woman from Asheville area
Press release from Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office: Holly Silvers Downer has been located and is ok. _____ Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office attempting to locate missing woman from Asheville area The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate a missing woman from the Asheville area. Holly Silvers Downer, age 36, is approximately 5’ 9” and […]
UNC Asheville honors female trailblazers Julia Ray, Ella Bird, Wilma Dykeman, and Francine Delany with building naming
Press release from UNC Asheville: The University of North Carolina Asheville has announced that it has honored four women known for their visionary leadership and advocacy by renaming buildings on the University’s campus. Former Hoey Hall is now named Ray Hall, for 2016 UNC Asheville honorary degree recipient and former member of the UNC Asheville Board of […]
Buncombe County offices to close for Veterans Day, Thursday Nov. 11
Press release from Buncombe County Government offices and all Buncombe County public libraries will close on Thursday, Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day. Buncombe County Veterans Council, the City of Asheville, Buncombe County, and Charles George VA Medical Center invite the public to a virtual ceremony honoring our Veterans. The Veterans Day ceremony can be viewed […]
Webinar to focus on traditional plant gathering methods of the Cherokee
Press release from Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation is hosting a free 30-minute webinar titled “Traditional Gathering Methods of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians” at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Nov. 16, in recognition of Native American Heritage Month. Tribal Forest Resource Liaison Tommy Cabe will discuss how the Eastern Band of […]
Buncombe County is hiring: Job fair looks to fill positions immediately
Press release from Buncombe County In the market for a new job, looking to change careers or know someone who is looking for a job? Then make sure to attend Buncombe County’s upcoming job fair this Saturday, Nov. 6. Multiple county departments will be on hand letting you know about what it’s like to work […]
ABCCM mobilizes Code Purple vans for season’s first hard freeze
Press release from ABCCM With temperatures dropping into the upper 20s this weekend, ABCCM is mobilizing Code Purple Vans to help Buncombe County’s homeless residents stay safe and warm. The mission of Code Purple is vital to the work of ABCCM. “Code Purple is a life-saving arm of the churches supporting ABCCM,” said ABCCM Executive […]
UPDATE: Detectives need help to find 16-year-old
UPDATE, 4:30 p.m.: Missing person has been located. Press release from Asheville Police Department, 12:00 p.m.: Detectives need help to locate a missing juvenile, Nevaeh Lance. She was last seen on November 2 in the area of Maple Avenue. Lance is a 16-year-old, white female. She is 5’3″, approximately 180 pounds and has long black hair and […]
New training program designed to help small, diverse businesses learn how to work with NCDOT
Press release from City of Asheville Interested in working with the N.C. Department of Transportation, but don’t know how to get started? The City of Asheville, the NCDOT Office of Civil Rights, and the Small Business Transportation Resource Center are collaborating on a three-hour program. It will show small, diverse businesses how to navigate local […]
Let’s talk: A virtual parent-led conversation focused on vaccinations for young people 5-11
Press release from Buncombe County Buncombe County Health and Human Services and community partners will host a Let’s Talk: Children’s COVID-19 Vaccines, a parent-led, community- centered discussion about vaccines for children 5 to 11-years-old. This timely discussion is geared towards families and caregivers who have questions about the vaccine. The goal of creating a safer […]