Press release from Mountain Area Workforce Development Board: Mountain Area Workforce Development will be holding a $19 per Hour and Beyond Job Fair next Wednesday, June 29, 2022, from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm at the WNC Agricultural Center’s Virginia Boone Building, 761 Boylston Highway, Fletcher, NC 28732. The Virginia Boone Building is located across from […]
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WNC Communities awards scholarships to local youth
Press release from WNC Communities: WNC Communities is awarding $10,000 to eleven young women and men of Western North Carolina for 2022, including Anna and Grace Laws of Buncombe County. They are each receiving a George H.V. Cecil Journey Scholarship ranging from $500-$1500 to attend college. The recipients are: Jada Pennington of Peak Creek, in Ashe […]
Fish for Free in North Carolina on July 4
Press release from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission: On July 4, anglers of any age or residency status will be allowed to fish without a license in North Carolina from 12 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. Free Fishing Day, sponsored by the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, is an annual event that was authorized by the N.C. General […]
RSVP for The RAIL Memorial Project event – in-person or online -Sunday, June 26
Press release from the Western North Carolina Historical Association: The Western North Carolina Historical Association’s (WNCHA) 2021 Outstanding Achievement Award will be presented to The Railroad and Incarcerated Laborer (RAIL) Memorial Project for their work telling the story and memorializing the work and sacrifice of the thousands of incarcerated laborers who were forced to build the […]
Board of Commissioners change meeting time
Press release from the Town of Woodfin: At the June 21, 2022, Woodfin Board of Commissioners meeting, the Board passed an ordinance to amend their meeting time. Starting with July 19, 2022, the Woodfin Board of Commissioners will meet at 5 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month at Woodfin Town Hall, located at […]
Commissioners commit funding to strategic priorities, hold tax rate with approved budget
Press release from Buncombe County: Increased spending on education and prioritizing community needs and strategic priorities are a hallmark of Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) budget approved the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners on June 21. The spending plan includes a nearly 12% increase of funding for K-12 schools and A-B Tech along with almost $4 […]
Board of Commissioners approve Internal Audit Plan
Press release from Buncombe County: At its June 21 regular meeting, the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners approved an Internal Audit Plan that included an Audit Committee Charter, Audit Committee Bylaws, and an Internal Audit Charter. The plan was presented by Internal Auditor Dan Keister. Commissioners Al Whitesides and Robert Pressley serve on the Internal […]
Nominations being accepted for 2022 Thomas Wolfe Memorial Literary Award
Press release from Western North Carolina Historical Association: The Western North Carolina Historical Association (WNCHA) is now accepting nominations for the Thomas Wolfe Memorial Literary Award. Originated by the Louis Lipinsky family, the Thomas Wolfe Memorial Literary Award has been presented by WNCHA since 1955. The award comes with a $2,500 cash prize. The deadline for submission […]
Children under 5 years old eligible for COVID-19 vaccines in N.C.
Press release from Buncombe County: The COVID-19 vaccine is now available for children between 6 months and 5 years old. This means that the wait is over for families with young kids! Children under 5 years old now have the option to receive a lower dose of either Pfizer or Moderna. Both vaccines have been […]
Sheriff’s Office arrests nine in drug trafficking operation, 24 lbs of methamphetamine seized
Press release from the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office: The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office with the assistance of the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office has seized 24.2 pounds of methamphetamine, three firearms, two vehicles, $34,138 in U.S. Currency and arrested nine individuals from a drug trafficking operation based out of the Weaverville area of Buncombe County. During […]
Design Review Committee – pre-meetings added to the regular schedule
Press release from the city of Asheville: NOTICE: The Design Review Committee meeting will begin holding a pre-meeting at 12:15 p.m. before the regular start time of 12:30 p.m. The pre-meeting is open to the public but public comment will not be accepted. The Design Review Committee will continue to meet virtually on the 3rd Thursday of each month and […]
Boards and Commissions Committee – July and August meeting updates
Press release from city of Asheville: NOTICE: The July meeting of the Boards and Commissions Committee meeting, regularly scheduled for July 12 has been cancelled. The August meeting has been rescheduled from August 9 to now be held on August 23 at 10:00 a.m. These meetings will continue to be held virtually and can be […]
City of Asheville announces the Juneteenth Celebration at Pack Square
Press release from city of Asheville: The City of Asheville is proud to be one of the sponsors of the Young Men’s Institute (YMI) Cultural Center upcoming Juneteenth festival: Freedom festival. This year, the Juneteenth celebrations will take place: Saturday, June 18, 2022 Pack Square 12:00p.m. This event is free and open to the public. […]
Recreation Park Pool reopens, Malvern Hills Pool to remain closed this year
Press release from city of Asheville: Asheville Parks & Recreation has important information to share regarding the community’s two public swimming pools. Recreation Park Pool (65 Gashes Creek Rd.) reopened on Friday, June 17 after closing for a week following the discovery of broken glass in the water. Malvern Hills Pool (75 Rumbough Pl.) will […]
Next Formal City Council meeting – June 28 – Moving back to City Hall
Press release from city of Asheville: The next formal meeting of the Asheville City Council will be held on Tuesday, June 28, beginning at 5:00 p.m. Please note that the City Council meetings will again be held in the Council Chamber, located on the 2nd Floor of City Hall. Persons wishing to speak live at […]
Asheville introduces Your Voice, Your Choice
Press release from City of Asheville The City of Asheville is taking additional steps to connect with people whose voices are often missing from decision making processes. Your Voice, Your Choice is an opportunity to sign up to receive invitations to participate in the matters most important to you. This will be a critical resource […]
$19 per Hour and Beyond Job Fair
Press release from Mountain Area Workforce Development Board Mountain Area Workforce Development will be holding a $19 per Hour and Beyond Job Fair Wednesday, June 29, 2022, from 11:00 am – 4:00 pm at the WNC Agricultural Center’s Virginia Boone Building, 761 Boylston Highway, Fletcher, NC 28732. The Virginia Boone Building is located across from the […]
Asheville honors African American history in Asheville for Juneteenth
Press release from Buncombe County Government As Buncombe County prepares to honor Juneteenth, the County has partnered with the Shiloh Community Association to release historic maps of African American landmarks. These maps identify the historical landmarks and markers that outline the rich and vibrant history of African Americans in Asheville and Buncombe County. Free maps […]
Fletcher Police Department seeking information about in-custody death
Press release from Fletcher Police Department An investigation is underway of an in-custody death occurring in the parking lot of 352 Seasons Circle on June 15, 2022. After responding to a 911 call for help officers encountered 35-year-old Christopher Robert Hensley. A fight ensued between officers and Hensley. After being handcuffed, Hensley became unresponsive. Hensley […]
Warrior Canine Connection holding June 29 meet and greet at Veterans Healing Farm
Press release from Veterans Healing Farm The Asheville-based site of the national veteran service dog training organization, Warrior Canine Connection (WCC), is holding a meet and greet at the Veterans Healing Farm (VHF), June 29, 2:30-3:30 p.m. This info session will give attendees a better understanding of the positive power of the human animal bond and how they can […]
People’s Empowerment & Services Summit comes to WNC Ag Center June 21-22
Press release from People’s Recovery Initiative for Solutions & More (PRISM) ASHEVILLE, NC (June 14, 2022) – Residents and substance use recovery professionals in Western North Carolina will have the opportunity to participate in a special 2-day event that addresses addiction, substance use resources, recovery and support at the Western NC Ag Center in Fletcher on […]