Press release from Milken Institute: Asheville rose 1118 places in the Milken 2023 Best-Performing Cities Index, ranking 47th in the nation. The revitalization of its leisure and hospitality sector drove Asheville’s rise in this year’s Index. The Index reflects 12 indicators of economic growth and access to opportunities, including jobs, wages, high-tech growth, housing affordability, and household […]
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Congressman Edwards names local farmers to Agricultural Advisory Board
Press release from Congressman Chuck Edwards: Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) today announced that he is appointing nine local farmers and others in agriculture-related industries to a new Agricultural Advisory Board. The board will advise Rep. Edwards throughout his term, especially during the process of developing the Farm Bill, which expires this year after five years and […]
Dennis Newburn named new Division Manager for Community Development
Press release from City of Asheville: The City of Asheville welcomes Dennis Newburn to its Community and Economic Development department. Newburn will serve as Community Development Division Manager and manage the HOME and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs. He brings extensive experience in the areas of program administration, project management, contract compliance, program monitoring, and […]
2023 Sky High Growth Award winners announced
Press release from Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce: The Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce will present the 2023 Sky High Growth Award to 24 businesses at the 2023 Sky High Growth Awards Reception on Thursday, May 18th at Sierra Nevada Brewing Company from 4-6 p.m. Tickets are available at www.ashevillechamber.org/skyhigh. The Sky High Growth Awards honor […]
Abducted Illinois child located in Asheville — six years later
Press release from Asheville Police Department: A child abducted in Illinois in 2017 has been found safe in Asheville, NC. Asheville Police Department Officers responded to a business located at 26 Westgate Parkway around 7:26 p.m. on May 13 to investigate a reported kidnapping. A witness believed she had recognized a woman who kidnapped a […]
Nine critically endangered American red wolves born at WNC Nature Center
Press release from City of Asheville: Just in time for Mother’s Day, the WNC Nature Center announced the birth of nine red wolf pups last week. The critically endangered pups were born on April 28, 2023, and are the offspring of four-year-old Gloria and three-year-old Oak, both first-time Parents. The nine pups – eight females […]
Asheville City Schools appoints Rick Cruz new superintendent
Press release from Asheville City Schools: Asheville City Schools is thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Rick Cruz as the district’s new superintendent. With an extensive background in education and a passion for fostering academic excellence, Dr. Cruz brings a wealth of experience and innovative leadership to Asheville City Schools. “We are delighted to welcome […]
APD is seeking the public’s help in identifying a shooter
News release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville police are investigating two incidents of gun discharge that occurred on Sunday during the early morning hours. Thankfully, no one was injured in either incident. The first incident occurred around 1:58 a.m. on May 14. Officers in the area of Church Street and Patton Avenue heard multiple gunshots. […]
Buncombe looking for diverse voices to make a difference on boards & commissions
Press release from Buncombe County: Looking for a way to bring your unique voice to local government? Buncombe County wants your expertise to help diversify and grow perspectives on our various boards and commissions. From working with the environment to helping oversee development, there are nearly 50 different boards and commissions that could use your point of […]
Approval sought for freestanding emergency department in Buncombe County
Press release from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services: MH Mission Hospital LLLP has filed a certificate of need application with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services to develop a freestanding emergency department in Asheville. The proposed emergency department would offer emergency, laboratory, radiology and pharmacy services. The project is […]
Air Quality Forecast – Buncombe County
Press release from NC Division of Air Quality: Forecast for Buncombe County, NC Tomorrow’s Forecast Saturday, May 13: 51 AQI Moderate Particle Pollution (2.5 microns) 45 AQI Good Ozone Extended Forecast Sunday, May 14: 53 AQI Moderate Particle Pollution (2.5 microns) 43 AQI Good Ozone Monday, May 15: 43 AQI Good Ozone 40 AQI Good […]
Walk Hendo! Rank the most important pedestrian projects in online survey
Press release from city of Hendersonville: Hendersonville, NC (May 12, 2023) – Area residents and visitors can take part in improving Hendersonville’s pedestrian experience by completing the Walk Hendo Pedestrian Plan online survey. Anyone who lives in, works in, or visits Hendersonville is encouraged to visit www.hvlnc.gov/walkhendo by May 31 to complete a short survey that […]
Recreation Services seeks public feedback on the Vision of Buncombe County passive recreation lands
Press release from Buncombe County: Buncombe County Recreation Services staff and the Open Space Bond Manager will host a Community Meeting to gather public feedback that will shape the way passive recreation projects are selected. On Wednesday, May 17 from 6-7 p.m. at South Buncombe/ Skyland Library, Recreation Services Director Allison Dains and Principal Park […]
Explore Asheville wins bid to host 2024 Adventure Travel Trade Association conference
Press from Explore Asheville: ASHEVILLE, N.C. (May 12, 2023) — The Adventure Travel Trade Association™ (ATTA), the largest global network of adventure travel leaders, announced Asheville will be the 2024 host city for its annual conference, AdventureELEVATE North America, June 11-13, 2024. “Asheville boasts a wide variety of active and outdoor adventures and is renowned for […]
Asheville wins big at the 2023 World Beer Cup Awards
Press release from North Carolina Craft Brewers Guild The 2023 World Beer Cup Competition took place on Wednesday, May 10 in Nashville, TN. Often called the “Olympics of Beer”, the global competition is organized by the Brewers Association, the not-for-profit trade association for America’s small and independent craft brewers. This year’s competition saw 10,213 entries […]
Dogwood Health Trust grant helps support KFP’s STEM education initiatives in Western NC
Press release from Dogwood Health Trust The Kenan Fellows Program for Teacher Leadership (KFP) at N.C. State University is pleased to announce that four K-12 educators from the Dogwood Health Trust region have been selected as 2023-24 Kenan Fellows. Dogwood Health Trust is also supporting five teams of K-12 educators to participate in STEMwork, a hybrid professional learning institute […]
Kids fishing tournament at Lake Julian Park – register soon
Press release from Buncombe County Kids can test out their reeling skills at the Lake Julian Park Kids Fishing Tournament on May 20 from 7 a.m. to noon where the smallest fish will result in a big win. The catch-and-release event is open to kids ages 15 and under who will be divided into different age groups […]
Mail carrier finds loaded gun in mailbox
Press release from Asheville Police Department A loaded firearm was found by a mail carrier on Tuesday while delivering mail at an apartment complex in the Southside Community. Asheville Police Department officers responded to the 200 block of Walton Street on May 9 to recover the loaded pistol. The mail carrier advised officers as he […]
Buncombe County’s updated strategic priority dashboard offers look at county progress in key areas
Have you ever wondered how much progress Buncombe County is making toward its goals of environmental stewardship? Or how objectives surrounding economic development are moving forward? In a move aimed at increasing transparency around the 2025 Strategic Priorities, County staff has upgraded the dashboards that track metrics on a number of quantifiable achievements surrounding the identified […]
Cicadas emerging early in Asheville, across parts of the Midwest and South
The 17-year and 13-year cicadas are not supposed to arrive in certain parts of the country until next year – but a few are crashing the party early, including in and around Asheville. Some winged, red-eyed bugs are simultaneously popping up a year early across a number of Midwestern and Southern states, exciting scientists and […]
HCPS migrant education program named best in the state for 2023
Press relase from Henderson County Public Schools: The North Carolina Migrant Education Program (NCMEP) has named Henderson County Public Schools winner of the Outstanding Migrant Education Program for 2023. The designation recognizes Henderson County Public School’s ongoing efforts to bring support and educational services to the migrant families who work in the local agricultural industry […]