Press release from N.C. Department of Environmental Quality: RALEIGH – The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Water Resources has honored 72 water treatment plants for surpassing federal and state drinking water standards in 2022. The division’s Public Water Supply Section awarded the facilities the prestigious N.C. Area Wide Optimization Award, which is […]
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Buncombe County Commissioner Parker Sloan announces re-election bid
Press release from Parker Sloan: Buncombe County Commissioner Parker Sloan announced today that he is running for Commission in District Three. Parker and his wife Maia live in Asheville with their five year old son Austin, three year old daughter Willa and Lucy, their black lab. “My priority if re-elected will be focusing on how […]
Free mammograms and health services event at Asheville Outlets Oct. 27
Press release from Carelon Health: WHAT: In honor of breast cancer awareness month, Carelon Health (formerly CareMore Health), an advanced primary care provider in Asheville, is partnering with Invision Diagnostics to bring their mobile 3D mammogram truck to Asheville Outlets so that more women can receive this critically important health screening. The event is FREE […]
Buncombe County EMS and Sheriff’s Office announce launch of Co-Responder Unit
Press release from Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office: Buncombe County EMS and Sheriff’s Office Announce Launch of Co-Responder Unit WHEN and WHERE: Friday, October 27 at 1:30 p.m. Buncombe County Emergency Services, 164 Erwin Hills Road, Asheville 28806. WHAT: Buncombe County Sheriff Quentin Miller, Buncombe County Emergency Services Director Taylor Jones, EMS and Sheriff’s Office staff will […]
Free Domestic Violence Awareness Vigil tonight
Press release from Helpmate: October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Helpmate will hold a Domestic Violence Awareness Vigil on Thursday, Oct. 26 from 5-6:30pm at the Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Community Center, 285 Livington Street. This event is free and open to everyone. Jane DeCuir will offer a musical performance and refreshments will […]
Asheville Humane Society and Buncombe County Animal Shelter launch Community Sheltering Center
Press release from Asheville Humane Society Asheville Humane Society, in a comprehensive redesign of the intake procedure at the Buncombe County Animal Shelter, has launched the Community Sheltering Center (CSC). The CSC provides accessible resources to the animals in our community while maintaining an expectation of operating within the shelter’s capacity. This new center will mitigate […]
Asheville-Buncombe air quality forecast for Oct. 26-27
Press release from NC Division Of Air Quality Care for the Air — Drive less: carpool, vanpool, take the bus, telecommute. — Conserve electricity. — Pack a lunch or walk to lunch. — Avoid idling your vehicle. — Refuel and mow after 6:00pm. Air Quality Index (AQI) Green………..0- 50 AQI……..Good air quality. No health risks […]
Asheville community centers host Green Book exhibit highlighting Black life during Jim Crow era
Press release from City of Asheville: Did you know that 327 businesses in North Carolina were listed in The Negro Motorist Green Book – including 13 in Buncombe County? Published from 1936 to 1966, the book was used as both a travel guide and a tool of resistance to confront the realities of racial discrimination in the […]
Update: APD is seeking public’s help locating a missing man
Update October. 25, 2023: Ronald Dean Cochran has been safely located. October 23, 2023 news release from the Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police Department is requesting the public’s help in locating a missing man. Ronald Dean Cohran (08/30/1954) was last seen near the 500 block of Biltmore Ave on Oct.10. He is described as a […]
Upcoming Mission/HCA independent monitor meetings Nov. 1 and 2
Press release from Hall Strategies Public meetings hosted by the independent monitor to Mission Health System will continue next week in several communities across Western North Carolina. The next two meetings will take place on November 1 and November 2 for Macon/Jackson Counties, relating to Angel Medical Center and Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. These follow the initial two meetings last […]
APD investigating two drive-by shootings of occupied homes, seeks public’s help
Press release from APD Asheville police are investigating two drive-by shootings in which someone shot multiple rounds into an occupied west Asheville home twice in one weekend. Thankfully, no one was injured; only property damage has been reported at this time. In the first incident, officers responded to a residence near the 40 block of […]
Black Mountain toy and coat drive
Press release from The Bear WZGM 96.1fm / 1350am The Bear WZGM 96.1fm / 1350am, in collaboration with Bounty & Soul, is thrilled to announced the first annual toy and coat drive starting November 13th and ending December 11th. This is aimed at spreading warmth and joy to our local community this holiday season. As the holiday […]
City of Asheville boards & commissions vacancies
Press release from City of Asheville The City of Asheville has various openings on various committees. Do you want to have a voice in the City’s growth and future? If yes, take that initial step forward and put your perspective, leadership and knowledge to task by serving on one of the many committees the City […]
The 2023 City of Asheville Disparity Study supports extending its race- and gender-conscious contracting policy
Press release from City of Asheville The City of Asheville has released a Disparity Study report detailing its contracting and purchasing activities and practices for the past 5 years. A Disparity Study is a type of research study that is designed to assess whether there are disparities, or differences, in the participation rates and opportunities for various […]
Asheville City Council approves changes to the Outdoor Dining Program
Press release from City of Asheville The City of Asheville is pleased to announce significant updates to its outdoor dining program as permitted in public spaces (streets and sidewalks) after City Council approval at their regularly scheduled meeting on October 24, 2023. Updates to the program include: A new outdoor dining ordinance that includes “streeteries” […]
Buncombe County Democratic Party elects Kathie Kline as chair
Press release from Buncombe County Democratic Party The Buncombe County Democratic Party is pleased to announce that Kathie Kline was elected to the position of Chair on Saturday, October 21, 2023. Kathie Kline has served as the First Vice Chair of Buncombe Dems since 2022. A lifelong Democrat and former social studies teacher, she’s been […]
Code Purple emergency shelter details
Press release from City of Asheville: Code Purple is a longstanding initiative of local homeless service providers to add overflow emergency shelter beds during cold weather to ensure safety and survival for people experiencing homelessness. The Code Purple operational plan is collaboratively developed each year by participating service providers who each contribute to making this […]
Mindy Conner hired as new Buncombe County Schools Director of Special Services
Press release from Buncombe County Schools: Superintendent Dr. Rob Jackson announces a new administrative appointment for Buncombe County Schools for the 2023-24 school year. Dr. Mindy Conner will join BCS as the new Director of Special Services. Dr. Conner’s prior experience includes Chief Student Supports Officer for Washington County Schools, Tennessee; Assistant Director of Schools, […]
The Community Foundation announces changes to focus area grant programs
Press release from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina: The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) is announcing several adjustments to its focus areas. Since 2011, CFWNC’s four priorities for spending discretionary dollars have been Human Services, Early Childhood Development, Food and Farming, and Natural and Cultural Resources. “While these areas remain critical for […]
Public input sought for DuPont Forest’s Master Recreation Plan, Nov. 4
Press release from DuPont State Recreational Forest: Third Public Input Drop In for DuPont State Recreational Forest’s Master Recreation Plan What/Why: Review preliminary findings and recommendations that designed to balance ecological, social, and financial sustainability while improving the DuPont State Recreational Forest experience for all user groups Date: Saturday, November 4th Time: 8:30am – 12:00pm Where: […]
Asheville Regional Airport to hold open house for master plan development
Press release from Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority: The Greater Asheville Regional Airport Authority (GARAA) is holding a public open house on October 26, 2023 from 5:30-7:30 pm. The open house will be held in room 346 at the Western Carolina University Campus located at 28 Schneck Pkwy., Asheville NC, 28803. This open house is an […]