Press release from the N.C. Department of Transportation: It’s a legitimate question in the Pigeon River Gorge: How do the bear, the deer and the elk get to the other side of the interstate? The answer will soon be, by walking underneath it. A contractor for the N.C. Department of Transportation is preparing for significant construction […]
News Bulletins
Agenda for the Nov.10 Board of Adjustment meeting
Press release from Buncombe County: Information about this meeting can be found on the BOA Meeting Calendar. Application documents and available staff reports can be found by searching on the Development Project Portal, or directly at the links below for the projects ZPH2021-00038 Moonlight in the Pines SUP (Continued from 10/13) ZPH2021-00039 Moonlight in the Pines Variance (Continued from […]
Asheville Downtown Association seeks volunteers for Holiday Parade
Press release from the Asheville Downtown Association: Asheville Holiday Parade Returns Saturday, Nov. 20 Beginning at 11am – Volunteer Opportunities The 75 Annual Holiday Parade returns to Downtown Asheville on Saturday, Nov. 20. The parade begins at 11am at the intersection of Biltmore Avenue and S. Charlotte St. It moves north to Patton Avenue, then […]
Asheville area real estate market analysis – third quarter 2021
Press release from Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty: Number of homes sold. Strong demand was a defining feature of the 3rd quarter in 2021. More homes sold in the first three quarters in 2021 in Buncombe County and the City of Asheville than in any previous year, with 2,579 home sales in Buncombe County (not including Asheville), and […]
Asheville Police Department Headquarters lobby now open to the public
Press release from the Asheville Police Department: The Asheville Police Department Headquarters lobby (100 Court Plaza) is now open to the public.The lobby was temporarily closed on May 1st due to the number of vacancies of police information desk staff. We have been able to re-open due to those desk staff vacancies being filled by two, […]
WNC Nature Center earns accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Press release from WNC Nature Center: The WNC Nature Center is excited to announce that they have been accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Fewer than 10% of all zoos and aquariums in the world meet the standards to earn accreditation from the AZA and the WNC Nature Center is one of […]
Detectives need help to find 15-year-old
Press release from thee Asheville Police Department: Detectives need help to locate a missing juvenile, Neicee Sherrill. She was last seen on September 1st in the area of Atkinson Street. Sherrill is a 15-year-old, white female. She is 5’06”, approximately 120 pounds, and has brown hair and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a white Adidas tee […]
Buncombe County Board of Commissioners vote to maintain current library system
Press release from Buncombe County: The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday night to maintain the Buncombe County Libraries in their current facilities, including Black Mountain, Oakley, Swannanoa, and Weaverville. The motion also keeps the current Pack Memorial Library rather than exploring a new downtown location. The Board of Commissioners also directed staff to […]
Voter turnout for municipal general election surpasses past numbers
Press release from Buncombe County: As of 4 p.m. today, 874 Election Day voters have turned out for the Town of Weaverville, Town of Woodfin, and Woodfin Water & Sewer districts, bringing the total to 1780 people who cast their votes in the Municipal General Election. Turnout is likely to quadruple as compared to 507 […]
Buncombe COVID-19 case rates show promise, but deaths increase
Press release from Buncombe County: Buncombe County continues to see the case rate and percent positivity decline when compared to prior week. Cases per 100,000 per week decreased from 119 last week to 107 this week. At 4.7%, the percent positivity dropped below 5% for the first time since July. The death rate increased since […]
November food drive to benefit MANNA FoodBank
Press release from Focal Point Coworking: Focal Point Coworking will be collecting canned goods and dry goods throughout the month of November with all items to benefit MANNA FoodBank. According to MANNA, “For every 1.2 pounds of food donated, MANNA can provide 1 meal. For every $1 donated, MANNA helps provide 4 meals.” The collection box is located at 125 S. Lexington […]
International Living Wage Week is Nov. 15-21
Press release from Just Economics of WNC: The week of November 15th – 21st is International Living Wage Week. Living Wage Week is celebrated around the world and this year The WNC Raising Wages Coalition is excited to partner with Just Economics, the National Living Wage Network, Living Wage for US to bring Living Wage Week […]
41st Annual Smoky Mountain Toy Run set for Nov. 6
Press release from Smoky Mountain Toy Run: This Saturday, November 6th marks the forty first anniversary of the Smoky Mountain Toy Run. The police escorted Toy Run is a motorcycle parade starting at the Kearfott Corporation parking lot at 2858 US Hwy 70 in Black Mountain, and traveling via US Hwy 70 to City/County Plaza in […]
UPDATED: City of Asheville virtual meetings Nov. 1-5
Press release from city of Asheville: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following committees will hold remote meetings during the week of November 1-5, 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 meetings can also […]
Asheville Parks & Rec announces indoor programming as winter approaches
Press release from City of Asheville: Cooler temperatures are coming quickly to our mountains — but that doesn’t mean parks programming and activities are slowing down. Check out these indoor recreation and athletic opportunities through the fall and winter. Climbing wall at Tempie Avery Montford Center Looking for an activity that will strengthen your muscles, improve your flexibility […]
Buncombe Board of Education regular meeting set for Nov. 4
Press release from Buncombe County Public Schools: The Buncombe County Board of Education will meet in regular session on November 4, 2021 at 5:30 p.m. in the Minitorium at 175 Bingham Road, Asheville. Board updates and closed session will begin at 4:00 p.m. in the Beaucatcher Room for the purpose of discussing confidential personnel, student, […]
Jennifer Cathey honored by Preservation North Carolina
Press release from Preservation North Carolina: Jennifer Cathey of Asheville has been named the 2021 winner of the Robert E. Stipe Professional Award presented annually by Preservation North Carolina. The award was presented to Jennifer at Preservation North Carolina’s virtual Annual Conference on Friday, October 22nd. The recording of the awards ceremony can be viewed […]
Buncombe COVID-19 community update at 3 p.m. today
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, November 2 at 3:00 p.m. Watch this update via Facebook Live in English @Buncombegov or in Spanish @BCHHS.
Asheville City Schools’ Nov. 1 work session board brief
Press release from Asheville City Schools: FEEDBACK FROM BUDGET QUESTIONNAIRE During Nov. 1’s Special Called Meeting, Ashley-Michelle Thublin, Executive Director of Communications, presented the Board with a look at the Budget Questionnaire, which closed at 11:59 PM on October 31st. In total, 382 stakeholders ensured their voices were heard, with the largest group representing current parents […]
Veterans For Peace will hold day of peace events on Nov. 11
Press release from Veterans for Peace: Every year Chapter 099 of Veterans For Peace celebrates November 11th as a day for peace. As veterans, we know that a day that celebrates peace, not war, is the best way to honor the sacrifices of veterans. This year’s celebration will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00, […]
Unidentified man seriously injured after being hit by car
Press release from Asheville Police Department: The Asheville Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying a pedestrian who was critically injured when a car crashed into him. Officers responded to the 2330 block of Hendersonville Road on October 30th at 7:16 am for a vehicle accident involving a pedestrian. A vehicle traveling south on Hendersonville […]