Press release from Asheville Downtown Association: The 34th season of Downtown After 5, presented by Prestige Subaru, wraps up on Friday, September 16 with local DJ Molly Parti hitting the stage at 5pm and Who’s Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience at 7pm. Downtown After 5 is produced by the Asheville Downtown Association and held on […]
News Bulletins
Buncombe internet provider set to receive $3.3M in state funding to expand high-speed internet
Press release from Buncombe County Government: Access to high-speed internet could be easier for some Buncombe County families in the near future. On Aug. 31, Governor Roy Cooper announced that nearly 85,000 households and more than 2,400 businesses in 69 counties are set to receive access to high-speed internet thanks to more than $206 million […]
Asheville City Schools students’ state test scores improved during the 2021-22 school year
Press release from Asheville City Schools Asheville City Schools students’ state test scores improved during the 2021-2022 school year! Schools achieved growth in line with pre-pandemic levels, according to the state’s accountability report that has been made public by The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. “It is important to understand the challenges our families […]
Aston Park Health Care Center and Lutheran Services Carolinas partner
Press release from Lutheran Services Carolinas: Aston Park Health Care Center and Lutheran Services Carolinas (LSC) recently announced a strong nonprofit partnership to continue to serve Asheville’s seniors. Aston Park’s legacy in the Asheville area, along with LSC’s position as the largest nonprofit skilled nursing provider in the state, combine to continue to provide the […]
Buncombe continues emissions inspections as three NC counties end requirement
Press release from N.C. Department of Transportation: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has approved a reduction in North Carolina counties required to perform yearly vehicle emissions tests. Beginning Nov. 1, vehicle owners in Lee, Onslow and Rockingham counties will join 78 other counties that are not required to conduct emissions tests. The approval was a result […]
Mission Health invests $22 million in pay increases
Press release from Mission Health: In its ongoing effort to recognize, retain and recruit colleagues during this national healthcare worker shortage, Mission Health is making a $22 million investment in their colleagues by giving additional pay increases for key roles which support patient care. In addition to the annual wage increases given to all colleagues […]
Buncombe COVID-19 trends remain stable, Monkeypox vaccinations a priority for public health
Press release from Buncombe County: Since our last COVID-19 update in June, Buncombe County has been in a moderate level of COVID-19 illness in the community. This wave has been relatively constant over the summer, however, within the last 4 weeks there has been a consistent week over week decline. The current case rate in […]
Buncombe Commissioners to weigh affordable parking options for downtown Asheville, get update on early childhood education investments
Press release from Buncombe County: More than 100 new preschool enrollment slots were created thanks to help from investments by the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners. During a presentation on Sept. 6, Commissioners received an update on Early Childhood Education and Development Fund projects. That fund had just over $3.7 million last fiscal year, and […]
BeLoved Asheville celebrates vertical construction, announces major sponsorship
Press release from BeLoved Asheville: On Wednesday, Sept. 7, 2022 at 4pm, BeLoved Asheville invites the community and local leaders to join together to celebrate the vertical construction of the BeLoved Village, a community of 12 deeply affordable (30% AMI), sustainable micro-homes at 15 Overbrook Place in East Asheville. BeLoved Asheville, a local non-profit organization with […]
WNCAP hosts vaccine clinic, Sept. 9
Press release from Western North Carolina AIDS Project: One-day clinic will offer COVID, Flu, and Monkeypox (MPXV) vaccines. WNCAP 554 Fairview Road Asheville NC, 28803 Friday, September 9th 1 pm to 4 pm No appointment necessary. Supplies are limited. First and second doses of the Monkeypox (MPXV) vaccine will be provided by the Buncombe County Health […]
City of Asheville to hold public 9-11 remembrance ceremony
Press release from City of Asheville: The City of Asheville will hold a 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony at 8:30 a.m. Sept. 11 at the City Municipal Building, 100 Court Plaza. This event is to pay solemn tribute to those who heroically sacrificed their own lives to save thousands of others, and to remember those who helped […]
APD seeking public assistance in early morning weekend shooting
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police Department Detectives are investigating an early-morning shooting over the weekend in a west Asheville neighborhood that left one man with non-life-threatening injuries. APD Patrol Officers were called to the 200 block of Sulphur Springs Road around 2:30 a.m. Sunday morning to investigate a reported gunshot wound. When […]
Pack Library hosts State Archives regional workshop, Sept. 23
Press release from Buncombe County: As the United States nears its 250th year, North Carolina is preparing to commemorate this important historical marker. Buncombe County Special Collections is proud to partner with the State Historic Records Advisory Board on a free workshop that will focus on working with community members to preserve Buncombe County’s stories […]
Dogwood Health Trust annual community meeting set for Oct. 6
Press release from Dogwood Health Trust: The Board and Staff of Dogwood Health Trust invite you to attend the 2022 Annual Community Meeting on Thursday, October 6th from 1:30 – 3:00 pm at Blue Ridge Community College and online. We are pleased to announce that David Dodson, senior fellow and former president of MDC and an expert in philanthropy, […]
Walk to End Alzheimer’s set for Oct. 8
Press release from Alzheimer’s Association: The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting Buncombe County and surrounding arearesidents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® on Saturday, Oct. 8 in Asheville. The Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter will be hosting Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Asheville at Pack […]
Monkeypox vaccination clinic at The Getaway River Bar, Sept. 14
Press release from 103.3 Asheville FM: 103.3 Asheville FM & its LGBTQIA Talk Show – Sweet Tea, in partnership with The Getaway River Bar and Buncombe County Health and Human Services invites everyone eligible to a Monkeypox Vaccination Clinic on Wednesday, September 14, 2022 from 6-10pm at The Getaway’s Monthly event, Sausage Party. Buncombe County Health […]
Buncombe County Public Libraries modify Thursday hours starting Sept. 22
Press release from Buncombe County: In order to provide more regular and consistent hours, Buncombe County Public Libraries will be adjusting operating hours on Thursdays starting the week of Sept. 19. All libraries will be open from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Thursdays, rather than the previous schedule of 10 a.m. until 8 p.m., […]
State, U.S. candidates answer CJJ questionnaire
Press release from Carolina Jews for Justice-West: “It is important for candidates to be able to share their positions on important issues and for the constituents in those districts to be informed and know about those positions,” says Ron Katz, board member for Carolina Jews for Justice and the lead of the CJJ-West Democracy Rights work […]
WNC Agricultural Options accepting grant applications through Nov. 18
Press release from WNC Communities: WNC Agricultural Options is now accepting grant applications from farmers diversifying or expanding their businesses. With funding from the N.C. Tobacco Trust Fund Commission, WNC AgOptions is distributing a total of $220,000 to western North Carolina farmers in 2023. The application deadline is Nov. 18. WNC AgOptions helps offset farmers’ risk […]
Buncombe COVID-19 community update today at 3 p.m.
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’ briefing on Tuesday, September 6th at 3:00 p.m. Watch this update via Facebook Live in English @Buncombegov or in Spanish @BCHHS.
College Street roundabout closures starting Sept. 11
Press release from City of Asheville: The Public Works Stormwater Division will replace a storm drain pipe on College Street that will require the closure of the College Street roundabout beginning on the evening of Sunday, September 11. The work will take place primarily between 7:00 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. for minimal traffic disturbance and […]