Press release from MLK Association of Asheville & Buncombe County: ASHEVILLE, NC – January 12, 2022 The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Association of Asheville & Buncombe County invites the community to its 41 Years of Commemorating Dr. King’s Dream and Legacy event. The 2022 programming schedule will be hosted via YouTube, and will showcase historical […]
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COVID-19 infection rates grow another 40%, public encouraged to limit interactions if possible
Press release from Buncombe County: Buncombe County COVID-19 infection rates have grown precipitously in the last two weeks. In the last week alone, cases have risen approximately 40%. Currently, the case rate is 913 new cases per 100,000 per week. This is coupled by an increasing percent positivity. The current percent positivity is 20.2 compared […]
APD seeking help to identify body
Press release from Asheville Police Department: UPDATE: 1/12: APD believes they have identified the victim and are in the process of contacting family. The Asheville Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying a woman, whose remains were found in a wooded area near Bleachery Blvd., Swannanoa River Rd., and River Ridge Dr on Jan. 5th. The […]
2022 MLK Jr. Unity Celebration to be held virtually
Press release from Community Foundation of Henderson County: The Martin Luther King, Jr. Unity Breakfast Committee has announced that the 2022 MLK, Jr. Unity Celebration will be held virtually. Due to public health conditions, the traditional breakfast held at Blue Ridge Community College was moved to a virtual format beginning in 2021. This year’s virtual celebration […]
Mercy Urgent Care now offers Molnupiravir at West AVL facility
Press release from Mercy Urgent Care: Mercy Urgent Care is pleased to announce its West Asheville facility now offers Merck’s oral antiviral treatment, Molnupiravir, for the treatment of mild-to-moderate COVID-19 in adults age 18 and up who tested positive for the virus. The five-day treatment course will be available for high-risk patients within five days […]
Asheville City Schools’ Jan. 10 board brief
Press release from Asheville City Schools: During tonight’s Special Called Meeting of the Asheville City Board of Education, Chairman James Carter proposed an update about Board Meeting Times. Peyton O’Conner explained she wished to push back the start time until 5:15. However, the Board decided to keep their meeting times as is. Work Sessions and Regular […]
City Council public hearings for Jan. 25
Press release from City of Asheville: The following are public hearings scheduled for the next formal meeting – January 25. This meeting will continue to be virtual. 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 […]
Pardee UNC Health Care reopens urgent care locations
Press release from Pardee UNC Health Care: Pardee UNC Health Care has reopened its urgent care locations in Fletcher and Mills River after being closed due to staffing issues. Pardee Urgent Care Fletcher is back open with a full spectrum of urgent care services while Mills River is open to COVID testing only for symptomatic patients. […]
Asheville Outlets to host American Red Cross Blood Donation Drives Fridays, January 28 and February 11
Press release from the American Red Cross and the Asheville Outlets: Asheville Outlets (ShopAshevilleOutlets.com) will host American Red Cross Blood Drives on Fridays, January 28 and February 11, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Giving blood is a simple thing to do, but it can make a big difference in the lives of others. The donation […]
Pardee President/CEO offers statement to the community on current COVID surge
Press release from Pardee UNC Health Care: It is rare that I personally reach out to members of our community to share a direct message from Pardee. Usually, it would be to share some good news about an award or a new service that we’ve added to our system. Unfortunately, that is not the case […]
New adult coloring book highlights Asheville’s community gardens, showcases local talent, and connects residents to food resources
Press release from the city of Asheville: Part of a healthy lifestyle is minimizing stress. Coloring books for grownups are one of the latest trends to help. Thanks to a collaboration between Asheville Parks & Recreation, area nonprofits and agencies, and local artists, residents can connect with food resources and learn about community gardens through […]
Board of Education regular meeting
Press release from the Buncombe County Board of Education: The Buncombe County Board of Education will meet in regular session on January 13, 2022 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, and […]
AIR Announces new Executive Director
Press release from the Asheville Independent Restaurant Association: A new, but familiar face will soon take over as Asheville Independent Restaurant Association’s Executive Director. The Association is excited to announce the selection of Kim Murray as the Executive Director of the Asheville Independent Restaurant Association (AIR). Murray, an industry vet & former AIR Board Member, […]
Vaya Health Regional Board Meetings week of January 10, 2022
Press release from Vaya Health: This email serves as official Notice that Vaya Health Regional Boards for Regions 1, 2, 3, and 4 will conduct special called meetings during the week of January 10, 2022. The meeting dates and times are listed below, along with connection information. PUBLIC ACCESS will be available via electronic communication only (real-time […]
Asheville City Manager Debra Campbell names Rachel Wood as Assistant City Manager
Press release from City of Asheville: After a national search, City Manager Debra Campbell is excited to announce that Rachel Wood will become Asheville’s next Assistant City Manager. Her first day on the job will be January 24. Wood comes to the City of Asheville from Denton, Texas, where she has served in a number […]
Comprehensive Plan in-person community meetings rescheduled
From Buncombe County Government: After postponing January meetings due to increased COVID-19 infection rates, in-person meetings for the Buncombe 2043 Comprehensive Plan have been rescheduled. Community meeting schedule: Thursday, Jan. 20, 2022 – 6-8 p.m. – virtual session with live Spanish interpretation Tuesday, Jan. 25, 2022 — 12 noon-2 p.m. – virtual session with live […]
Asheville City Council continues remote meeting format in the new year 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. January 11 City Council meeting. Here’s what you need to know to watch/listen and/or to […]
Ad Hoc Reappraisal Committee seeks public comment, public can attend virtually
Press release from Buncombe County Government: Do you have thoughts, concerns, or ideas to share with Buncombe County’s Ad Hoc Reappraisal Committee? Your input can help guide the next reappraisal process. On Wednesday, Jan. 12 the Ad Hoc Reappraisal Committee will hold their second public comment session. The committee will accept public comment during the […]
Blue Ridge Parkway seeks public comment on Right of Way application
(Asheville, NC) — National Park Service officials today announced a public comment period is open as part of the Blue Ridge Parkway’s review of an application submitted by Dominion Energy North Carolina (DENC) for a right-of-way (ROW) permit to construct, operate, and maintain a 760-ft segment of pipeline that would cross beneath the Parkway near […]
Veterans Healing Farm is holding a winter clothing drive for Afghanistan evacuees
From Veterans Healing Farm: In January and February of 2022, the greater Asheville area will become part of history as we welcome Afghans into our community who were part of the evacuation from Kabul this past September. Over several weeks, almost 100 individuals will arrive here, sponsored by Lutheran Services of the Carolinas Refugee and […]
City Council Agenda – January 11 – will remain remote
From City Clerk, City of Asheville: The electronic agenda for the January 11, 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 the […]