Press release from Pardee UNC Health Care: Hendersonville – James Radford, MD, an oncologist and cancer research pioneer who retired in 2021 from Pardee UNC Health Care after more than 20 years, was presented with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine on Monday, Jan. 9 at a private ceremony at the Pardee Cancer Center […]
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NCDHHS offering free residential radon test kits
Press release from the NC Department of Health and Human Services: RALEIGH — Governor Roy Cooper proclaimed January as National Radon Action Month to help educate people about how to reduce their risk of lung cancer from radon. Because testing is the only way to know if your family is at risk, the North Carolina Department of […]
Land of Sky Regional Council receives $3.9+ million grant
“This grant required a multi-state approach for intermediary organizations like Land of Sky Regional Council so we are partnering with the East Tennessee Development District for this project. We will be serving at-risk youth in the two highest poverty census tracts in the City of Asheville and in East Tennessee” — Nathan Ramsey, Executive Director at […]
Rotary Club of Asheville announces Teachers of Excellence Awards Program
Press release from Rotary Club of Asheville: The Rotary Club of Asheville is proud to announce its inaugural Teachers of Excellence Awards Program. An awards luncheon will be held at Noon on January 26 at Trinity Episcopal Church. Five teachers will receive a cash award of $2,000. The following teachers have each been recognized for their […]
Summary of Jan. 9 Reparations Commission Meeting
Press release from City of Asheville: 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, […]
Edwards asks constituents with unfinished casework to call office
Press release from the Office of Congressman Chuck Edwards: In keeping with his pledge to make constituent service his top priority, Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) today asked anyone with outstanding or unfinished casework to please get in touch with his office at 202-225-6401, or at 828-435-7310. The office of former Congressman Madison Cawthorn did not […]
Jan. 13 Downtown Commission meeting canceled
Press release from City of Asheville: NOTICE: the regularly scheduled Downtown Commission meeting for Jan. 13 has been canceled. In place of the Downtown Commission’s regular meeting scheduled for January 13, Commissioners and the public are encouraged to attend the Pack Square Visioning Design Workshop scheduled from 9:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Development […]
Buncombe County Board of Education regular meeting Jan. 12
Press release from the Buncombe County Board of Education: The Buncombe County Board of Education will meet in regular session on January 12, 2023 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 Executive Conference Room for the purpose of discussing confidential […]
Rents in Asheville down 1.7% over past month
Press release from Apartment List: National prices sank another 0.8% in December, according to the latest data from Apartment List. The market cooldown remains widespread, with rents down in 90 of the nation’s 100 largest cities this past month. National month-over-month rent change is plotted in the chart below, showing how this winter’s price declines […]
Code Purple in effect for Monday, 1/9/23 and Tuesday 1/10/23
Press release from the Asheville Homeless Coalition: Code Purple in effect for Monday, 1/9/23 and Tuesday, 1/10/23. National Weather Service predicts the temp will be 28° F and 31° F, respectively. Purpose of Code Purple: The purpose of the Code Purple procedure is to provide a coordinated effort among Asheville and Buncombe County shelters and other organizations to provide […]
Asheville Planning & Urban Design Director accepts new position with Metro Nashville Government
Press release from the City of Asheville Asheville Planning & Urban Design Director Todd Okolichany has accepted a position as Deputy Executive Director of the Planning Department in Metro Nashville, TN government and will leave the City of Asheville January 27, 2023. During his tenure with the City of Asheville, Todd was instrumental in managing […]
Buncombe County Special Collections returns to regular schedule
Press release from Buncombe County Government After a temporary shift in operating hours, Buncombe County Special Collections (BCSC) at Pack Memorial Library will return to regular service hours beginning Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2023. We look forward to welcoming the public back on a more regular basis. The new hours will be: Sunday & Monday – […]
City Council Agenda for Jan. 10, 2023
Press release from the Asheville City Clerk The electronic agenda for the January 10, 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. PRIOR to the formal meeting on January 10, City Council will be holding pre-arranged interviews for the […]
Code Purple in effect for Friday, Jan. 6
Press release from Asheville Homeless Coalition: Code Purple in effect for Friday, 1/6/23. National Weather Service predicts the temp will be 30 degrees Fahrenheit. Purpose of Code Purple: The purpose of the Code Purple procedure is to provide a coordinated effort among Asheville and Buncombe County shelters and other organizations to provide emergency overflow shelter to people experiencing homelessness when […]
City of Asheville Parks and Recreation releases its Winter-Spring program guide for 2023
Press release from City of Asheville Parks and Rec: The beginning of the year is a great time for Ashevillians of all ages to explore, connect, and discover. Asheville Parks & Recreation (APR)’s new winter-spring program guide is filled with registration dates, information, and listings for hundreds of fitness and active living offerings, sports and […]
Land of Sky Association of Realtors to host property value appeal clinics
Press release from Land of Sky Association of Realtors: The Land of the Sky Association of REALTORS (LOTSAR) will host a series of clinics to help residents of Buncombe County understand their property values. Volunteer realtors will be available to show residents their property cards, look at comparable properties, and provide information about the property […]
Healthcare.gov open enrollment ends Jan. 15
Press release from Pisgah Legal Services: If you need health insurance for 2023, now is the time to act. The Healthcare.gov Marketplace closes at midnight on Sunday, Jan. 15. Pisgah Legal Services has helped hundreds of people in Western North Carolina find and enroll in quality, affordable plans during this year’s Open Enrollment period. Kayla […]
Code Purple in effect for Thursday
Press release from Asheville Homeless Coalition: Code Purple in effect for Thursday, 1/5/23. National Weather Service predicts the temp will be 29 degrees Fahrenheit. Purpose of Code Purple: The purpose of the Code Purple procedure is to provide a coordinated effort among Asheville and Buncombe County shelters and other organizations to provide emergency overflow shelter to people experiencing […]
Dogwood Health Trust announces 2023 grant cycles and priorities
Press release from Dogwood Health Trust: Asheville, N.C. – Dogwood Health Trust has announced a new grantmaking process and schedule for 2023 to better align its strategic priorities with its long-term objectives. Beginning this year, Dogwood will accept grant applications within its four strategic priority areas of Housing, Education, Economic Opportunity and Health & Wellness during […]
With Water restored to residents, water distribution closing Wednesday at 5 p.m.
Press release from Buncombe County: Following the City of Asheville’s announcement that water has been restored and the boil water advisory has been lifted, Buncombe County will suspend water distribution operations at 5 p.m. Wednesday. The closure includes both locations at West Buncombe Fire Department and Enka-Candler Station #2. “We are grateful to our partners […]
Boil Water Advisory lifted for western Buncombe County water service areas
Press release from city of Asheville: The City of Asheville is pleased to announce water has been restored in the western Buncombe County service area and the Boil Water Advisory for this area will be lifted as of 12:00 p.m. today. Laboratory results have confirmed that the water supply is free from contaminants and is […]