Press release from WNC Communities: WNC Communities is now accepting nominations for the 2022 Agricultural Hall of Fame. This annual event recognizes stewards of our Western North Carolina agribusiness sector and honors the visionaries and leaders of the agriculture industry. At a time when Western North Carolina is seeking new methods of sustainability, WNC Communities is […]
News Bulletins
Buncombe County opening at 11 a.m. Tuesday
Press release from Buncombe County: Due to inclement weather, Buncombe County offices and facilities will begin operations at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022. The Courthouse also will open at 11 a.m. The vaccine clinic located at 40 Coxe Ave., Asheville will be open from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. The landfill and transfer […]
Asheville Downtown Association elects new board and executive committee members
Press release from the Asheville Downtown Association: The Asheville Downtown Association (ADA) today announced the election of new board and executive committee members. Board members support the ADA’s mission to be a leader and advocate for the vitality of Downtown Asheville. Bill Durr (Ward & Smith) will serve as president of the board of directors with […]
Asheville Housing and Community Development cancelled – Jan. 18
Press release from the city of Asheville: UPDATE: The Housing and Community Development meeting scheduled for tomorrow, January 18 has been canceled.
Buncombe County comprehensive plan in-person meetings postponed, additional operations pivot to virtual as much as possible
Press release from Buncombe County: Due to surging COVID-19 infection rates and to limit public interactions, in-person meetings for the Buncombe County Comprehensive Plan have been postponed. Additional virtual meeting dates and times will be announced in addition to the currently scheduled Jan. 20 and Jan. 25 virtual meetings. Go to engage.buncombecounty.org to access those meetings. The Tuesday, Jan. 18 […]
Notice of Meeting Cancellation: Buncombe County Commissioners Jan. 18
From Buncombe County Commissioners: NORTH CAROLINA BUNCOMBE COUNTY Notice is hereby given that the Buncombe County Commissioners’ Regular Meeting at 5 p.m., Agenda Briefing at 3 p.m., and Special Meeting at 1 p.m. scheduled to be held at 200 College Street in the Commission Chambers, Room 326 in downtown Asheville, North Carolina on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 […]
Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office and Greenville County Sheriff’s Office receive grant for K-9 Unit
Press release from American Kennel Club: RALEIGH, NC — AKC Reunite, the largest non-profit pet microchip identification and recovery service provider in the United States, is pleased to announce $526,500 in donations to K-9 units throughout the country through its AKC Reunite Adopt a K-9 Cop matching grant program in 2021. Funds were raised by […]
COVID-19 cluster at Buncombe County Detention Facility
From Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office: Mass testing for COVID-19 at the Buncombe County Detention Facility began on Tuesday of this week, after seeing an increase in symptoms and positive tests among detainees. As of today 35 detainees have tested positive and 15 detention officers have also tested positive since the beginning of the outbreak. A significant number […]
Nonprofits benefit from free follow-up support in fundamentals certificate program
Press release from WNC Nonprofit Pathways: Registration is now open for WNC Nonprofit Pathways’ online Nonprofit Fundamentals Certificate Program. Sessions begin January 19, 2022. The program’s curriculum includes 20 in depth courses that focus on core competencies of nonprofit management. Topics for our spring session include equity, grant writing, accounting, fundraising, evaluation, leadership, strategic planning, […]
City of Asheville requests public input on sidewalk improvements on Vermont Avenue
From City of Asheville: The City of Asheville is asking for public input on sidewalk improvements along Vermont Avenue in West Asheville. The project will address approximately 1,200 lineal feet of existing severely damaged sidewalk and replace it with new Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant concrete sidewalk along Vermont Avenue between Haywood Road to […]
Asheville City Council meeting Jan. 25
From City of Asheville: The next formal meeting of the Asheville City Council will be held on Tuesday, January 25, beginning at 5:00 p.m. This meeting will remain remote. Instructions for all public comment will be made available on the City Council Agenda for January 25 sent out on Friday, January 21. City Council will continue to […]
APD NEWS RELEASE: Asheville Police seek machete-wielding burglar
From Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (Jan. 14, 2022): Asheville Police are on the lookout for a burglar who possessed a machete as he broke into a residential garage in the 100 block of S. French Broad Ave. early hours on Jan. 12. The suspect was caught on surveillance video carrying a machete as surveilled […]
City of Asheville virtual meetings for Jan. 17-21
From City of Asheville: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the following committees will hold remote meetings during the week of January 17-21, 2022. 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 be viewed […]
City of Asheville prepared to respond to winter storm
Press release from city of Asheville A major winter storm may affect the Asheville area Saturday night through Sunday, according to the National Weather Service. An advisory on the Weather Service’s website says: “Significant accumulations of snow are possible, and sleet and freezing rain may mix in at times, especially in southern mountain locations.” The […]
Friday, January 14th Will Be a Remote Learning Day for Asheville City Schools
Press release from Asheville City Schools School and district administrators are monitoring student and staff attendance at all schools each day. Due to the high number of staff absences, Asheville City Schools is unable to maintain facilities operations or hold classes. Therefore, all schools in our district will be closed tomorrow, Friday, January 14th. On […]
City of Asheville boards and commissions opportunities
Press release from city of Asheville Please distribute the attached February vacancy flyer for current openings on the City of Asheville Boards & Commissions. The application deadline is Jan. 31 at 5 p.m. unless noted otherwise. This month’s opportunities include: African American Heritage Commission Board of Electrical Examiners Historic Resources Commission Human Relations Commission Multimodal Transportation […]
City offices to close for MLK Jr. Day, ART buses will run on a holiday schedule
Press release from the city of Asheville Asheville City government offices will be closed Jan. 17 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Here is a look at City services affected by this holiday. Trash and recycling Though city offices will be closed, Sanitation Services will run on schedule. Residential trash and recycling will […]
UPDATE: Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office attempting to locate missing teen from Arden area
Updates press release from Asheville Police Department, Jan. 13, 5:00 p.m.: Ms. Kirby has been located and is ok. Original press release from Asheville Police Department: The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is attempting to locate a missing 13-year-old from the Arden area. Lillian Kirby is approximately 5’ 9” and 170 pounds with short red/blonde hair […]
Charles George VA Medical Center Job Fair
Press release from NCWorks Career Center: Asheville N.C. Charles George VA Medical Center will be holding a job fair at the NCWorks Career Center Asheville, 48 Grove Street, Asheville NC 28801 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm on Wednesday, January 19, 2022. This job fair will feature many positions including Registered Nurses, Nursing Assistants, Police Officers, Advanced […]
Western North Carolina on verge of community blood crisis; blood drive hosts needed now
Press release from The Blood Connection: ASHEVILLE, N.C. (January 12, 2022) – The Blood Connection (TBC), the community blood center directly serving the Carolinas and Georgia, is experiencing a never-before-seen critical need for blood, which if prolonged could negatively impact patients in local hospitals. This event is unlike any other in TBC history; TBC is […]
College internship applications are open at Parkway Playhouse
Press release from Parkway Playhouse: BURNSVILLE, NC: Are you a college student? Are you between the ages of 18-25? Are you passionate about theatre? Then Parkway Playhouse has the perfect opportunity for you! Parkway Playhouse is now accepting applications for their 2022 college internship program. This internship is an immersive hands-on experience. Interns in the […]