In observance of Veterans Day, the City of Asheville offices will be closed this Friday, November 11, 2022. Here is a look at how the City will be observing the day, and any impact to services. Veterans Day Ceremony The City of Asheville and partner agencies will honor our local Veterans during a Veterans Day […]
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APD seeks missing teenager– Jada Douglas
Asheville Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating a missing teen. Jada Douglas (06/17/2005) was last seen around 6:45 p.m. on October 20, 2022, in the area of Biltmore Avenue in South Asheville. She is described as a bi-racial female, 5 feet 6 inches, about 100 pounds, with curly red hair and brown […]
CORRECTION: Midterm General Election Update: Buncombe County 2 p.m. Election Day Voter Count
Press release from Buncombe County: UPDATE: Due to an error by communications staff, the total in-person number previously listed was incorrect. The correct number is reflected below in bold. The Midterm General Election is today, and the polls have been open since 6:30 a.m. As of 2 p.m., 24,543 voters have turned out, bringing the total […]
Midterm General Election update: Buncombe County 2 p.m. election day voter count
The Midterm General Election is today, and the polls have been open since 6:30 a.m. As of 2 p.m., 24,543 voters have turned out, bringing the total to more than 106,250 people who have now cast their votes in person in Buncombe County. During early voting, 70,371 voters cast their ballots. At this time, 6,287 […]
260 students inducted into Phi Beta Kappa at UNC-Chapel Hill
Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most honored college honorary society, inducted 260 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill students as new members. Less than 1% of all college students qualify for acceptance. Several students from Buncombe County were among those inducted. The recent induction ceremony featured remarks by chapter officers and a […]
City of Asheville offices closed for Veterans Day, ART buses to run on regular schedule
Press release from City of Asheville: In observance of Veterans Day, the City of Asheville offices will be closed this Friday, November 11, 2022. Here is a look at how the City will be observing the day, and any impact to services. Veterans Day Ceremony The City of Asheville and partner agencies will honor our […]
Midterm General Election update: Buncombe County 10 a.m. voter count
The Midterm General Election is today, and the polls have been open since 6:30 a.m. As of 10 a.m., 11,341 voters have turned out to the County’s 80 precincts bringing the total to more than 81,700 people who have now cast their votes in Buncombe County. 70,371 voters took advantage of early voting. You can […]
APD seeks missing teenager – Jada Douglas
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating a missing teen. Jada Douglas (06/17/2005) was last seen around 6:45 p.m. on October 20, 2022, in the area of Biltmore Avenue in South Asheville. She is described as a bi-racial female, 5 feet 6 inches, about 100 pounds, with […]
Free presentation of Te Ata at community center highlights Native American Heritage Month
Native American Heritage Month is celebrated each November to provide a platform for Native people in the United States to share their culture, traditions, music, crafts, dance, and ways and concepts of life. As part of this reminder to study the history of the nation and highlight the great diversity Native people have brought for […]
Midterm General Election Update: Buncombe County 10 a.m. voter count
Press release from Buncombe County: The Midterm General Election is today, and the polls have been open since 6:30 a.m. As of 10 a.m., 11,341 voters have turned out to the County’s 80 precincts bringing the total to more than 81,700 people who have now cast their votes in Buncombe County. 70,371 voters took advantage […]
Six Asheville natives inducted into Phi Beta Kappa at UNC Chapel Hill
Press release from UNC Chapel Hill: Phi Beta Kappa, the nation’s oldest and most honored college honorary society, inducted 260 University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill students as new members. Less than 1% of all college students qualify for acceptance. The recent induction ceremony featured remarks by chapter officers and a keynote address by […]
Free film screening at Burton Street Community Center highlights Native American Heritage Month, Nov. 10
Press release from City of Asheville: Native American Heritage Month is celebrated each November to provide a platform for Native people in the United States to share their culture, traditions, music, crafts, dance, and ways and concepts of life. As part of this reminder to study the history of the nation and highlight the great […]
City of Asheville and Buncombe County Community Reparations Commission meeting, Nov. 7, 2022
The Community Reparations Commission is empowered to make short, medium, and long-term recommendations that will make significant progress toward repairing the damage caused by public and private systemic racism. The task of the Reparations Commission is to issue a report in a timely manner for consideration by the City, County, and other participating community groups […]
County offices to close in observance of Veterans Day, Nov. 11
Buncombe County Government offices will close on Friday, Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans Day. Operation Green Light To show support for Veterans and shine a light on the support services that Buncombe County has to offer, Buncombe County will be shining the green light for Veterans November 7-13 in three locations in downtown Asheville: […]
Public libraries notice: NC Cardinal scheduled upgrade Nov. 11-13
Press release from: Buncombe County Government Before you head out to Buncombe County Public Libraries on Saturday, Nov. 12, please be advised that Evergreen and the NC Cardinal catalog will be down for a scheduled upgrade Nov. 11-13. Buncombe County Libraries will be closed on Friday Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day, and they […]
ABCCM announces Veterans Day event Friday, Nov. 11 at noon
Press release from Asheville Buncombe Community Christian Ministry ABCCM is pleased to announce its 3rd annual Honor A Veteran™ event for Veterans Day 2022. ABCCM and Ingles will host a free catered lunch for all Veterans from 12:00-1:00 at the Veterans Restoration Quarters, Asheville in Buncombe County; First Baptist Church of Hendersonville in Henderson County; First […]
MANNA announces the lighting of 30th Ingles Giving Tree
Press release from Manna FoodBank: Nothing can hold back the giving spirit of the holidays here in Western North Carolina, particularly when it comes to ensuring that thousands of would-be empty plates will be filled with food. At a time when more people than ever are deeply burdened, Ingles Markets is again launching the annual […]
Suzanne and David DeFerie honored with United Way’s Tocqueville Society Community Service
Press release from United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County: On the 20th anniversary of the Tocqueville Society Community Service Award, United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County celebrated the leadership and contributions of Suzanne and David DeFerie in our community as a couple and Suzanne’s decades-long contributions as a leader and volunteer with the […]
UNC Asheville makes Princeton Review’s Top 50 “Guide to Green Colleges” list for 2023
Press release from UNC Asheville: UNC Asheville is one of the Top 50 Green Colleges in the United States, according to the Princeton Review’s “Guide to Green Colleges: 2023 Edition.” Schools in the Top 50 list were recognized for superb sustainability practices, a strong foundation in sustainability education, and a healthy quality of life for […]
Supporting our Veterans through Operation Greenlight
Press release from Buncombe County Government: To show support for Veterans and shine a light on the support services that Buncombe County has to offer, Buncombe County will be shining the green light for Veterans November 7-13 in three locations in downtown Asheville: • Buncombe County Courthouse • Health and Human Services Tower- Home to […]
County grants bolster grassroots efforts, help provide vital resources for students, adults & more
Press release from Buncombe County “When I came home and unpacked all that food, I just started to cry, I was so grateful. My daughter died, and now I’m taking care of her children. [Bounty & Soul’s] support is a blessing to me and my grandkids,” exclaimed an anonymous person after receiving free produce from […]