Press release from city of Brevard: [BREVARD, N.C., July 6, 2023] – Just two weeks after Senator Thom Tillis identified the City of Brevard as the recipient of a $24.5 million RAISE grant for the Ecusta Trail, the Federal Highway Administration announced today that Brevard has been awarded a $21.4 million grant from the US […]
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Local group Reject Raytheon AVL joins an international day of action to call for peace
Press release from Reject Raytheon AVL Local citizen’s coalition Reject Raytheon AVL is sponsoring an event for world peace this Saturday, July 8, 6-7:00 p.m. at Pack Square. The event is part of a globally live-streamed event called 24-Hour Peace Wave. The international event is sponsored by the International Peace Bureau and World Beyond War […]
The History of Flat Rock comes to life at special collections free movie screening
Press release from Buncombe County The chronicles of St. John in the Wilderness Church come to life in a new film showcasing a wealth of stories and history specific to Flat Rock. The archivally rich film includes photos, maps, blueprints, literature, and art from diverse repositories. Buncombe County Special Collections at Pack Memorial Library has […]
Ingles and Eblen Charities announce Tools for Schools drive
Press release from Eblen Charities Eblen Charities is pleased to announce its 15th annual Tools for Schools drive, in partnership with Ingles Markets. The event will take place on Wednesday, August 2 at Ingles Markets at 151 Smoky Park Highway, Asheville. New school supplies will be collected from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at that […]
BeLoved Asheville receives $195,000 grant from Lowe’s
Press release from BeLoved Asheville On Friday, July 7 2022 at 5 p.m., BeLoved Asheville is hosting a celebration and surprise announcement that BeLoved has been chosen as a recipient of one of 100 Lowe’s Hometowns national grants. Chosen from more than 2,000 applicants, the grant in the amount of $195,000 will accelerate the completion […]
One day left to apply to serve on the LIFT committee
Press release from BCTDA: Applications to Serve on the LIFT Committee are Due This Friday, July 7 The Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority (BCTDA) is seeking candidates for the forthcoming Legacy Investment From Tourism (LIFT) Committee. This committee will make recommendations to the BCTDA to invest in tourism-related capital projects that will increase patronage at […]
APD investigating shooting that sends man to the hospital with serious injuries
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred early this morning, leaving one man with life-threatening injuries. APD Patrol Officers responded shortly after midnight on July 5 to Maple Crest Apartments located on Lee Garden Lane to investigate a report of a gunshot wound. Responding Patrol officers arrived […]
Edwards announces 2023 Congressional Award applications are open
Press release from Congressman Chuck Edwards: Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) announced his office is accepting submissions for the 2023 Congressional Award for young Americans in North Carolina’s 11th district. Applicants will be recognized for achieving challenging goals in areas of public service, personal development, physical fitness and extracurricular activities. This is a non-partisan, voluntary and […]
Air quality forecast: Buncombe County
Press release from AirNow: For additional information concerning the air quality forecast including a detailed forecast discussion, please visit the following link on the NC Division Of Air Quality Web Site: https://airquality.climate.ncsu.edu/ Care for the Air— Drive less: carpool, vanpool, take the bus, telecommute.— Conserve electricity.— Pack a lunch or walk to lunch.— Avoid idling […]
Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office: request for information
Press release from BCSO: Detectives with the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office are requesting the public’s help identifying the two suspects pictured here. Showtime Sports and Trophies, located at 105 Charlotte Hwy, was broken into on June 30, 2023. If you have any information, please contact Detective Jones at 828-250-4467.
Asheville police seeking burglary suspects caught on home camera
Press release from APD: The Asheville Police Department is seeking two burglars who broke into a south Asheville residence early Sunday morning. Officers responded to a residential alarm on London Road around 2:46 a.m. on July 2; suspects were not located in the area. The suspects are believed to be driving a late 90’s model […]
Air quality forecast for Buncombe County
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City of Asheville to continue downtown safety initiative on ongoing basis
Press release from the city of Asheville: The city of Asheville’s Downtown Safety Initiative to develop a sustainable approach to addressing community safety and cleanliness issues will transition from a pilot initiative to an ongoing effort on July 1, 2023. During the 60-day pilot period, city staff continued standard operations while also tracking and testing […]