Press release from CoThinkk: Community nominations for the seventh annual awards event are now open through July 15th. CoThinkk uplifts leaders of color and allies who are playing a critical role in the social change ecosystem of Western NC and working to shift the narrative of communities of color. Designed specifically to create supportive networks, accelerate […]
News Bulletins
Mayor Manheimer proclaims July as Parks and Recreation Month
Press release from City of Asheville: Parks are at the center of so many experiences, memories, and milestones – moments that park and recreation professionals make happen. The U.S. House of Representatives has designated July as Park and Recreation Month, emphasizing the outsized role parks play in regards to social equity, personal wellness, and community […]
Vaya Health, Asheville Tourists partner to make park experience more inclusive
Press release from Vaya Health: Vaya Health is teaming up with the Asheville Tourists to make the ballpark experience more inclusive for guests. Sensory kits provided by Vaya will feature items to help attendees with sensory sensitivities feel more comfortable at games. The kits will be available this weekend as the Tourists head into the […]
Malvern Hills Pool opens on Saturday, making both of Asheville’s public pools available to the community for the summer
Press release from city of Asheville: Following weeks of conversations, engineering consultations, and brainstorming, Asheville Parks & Recreation is happy to announce that Malvern Hills Pool will open on Saturday, July 2, at 11 a.m. Regular operating hours for the pool on 75 Rumbough Place are 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday, 1-6 p.m. on Sunday, […]
UNC Asheville Named a 2022-23 College of Distinction
Press release from UNC Asheville: UNC Asheville has been recognized for its exemplary commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow, and succeed by Colleges of Distinction, a unique guide for college-bound students. Along with being named a 2022-2023 College of Distinction, UNC Asheville was also listed among the best public colleges nationally and best colleges […]
Council on Aging of Buncombe County schedules Medicare classes
Press release from Council on Aging of Buncombe County: The Council on Aging of Buncombe County, in conjunction with the N.C. Department of Insurance’s Seniors’ Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP), announces its classes “Introduction to Medicare – Understanding the Puzzle” for July – September 2022. The classes will explain how Medicare works, the enrollment process, how […]
Next formal City Council meeting – July 26
Press release from city of Asheville: The next formal meeting of the Asheville City Council will be held on Tuesday, July 26, beginning at 5:00 p.m. The July 12 meeting has been cancelled. Please remember that City Council meetings will be held in the Council Chamber, located on the 2nd Floor of City Hall. Persons wishing […]