Press release from Vickers Russe Law, PLLC: RE: Russe v. Madison Sheriff’s Department, et al, 22-cv-221 Settlement On October 06, 2023 Madison County Sheriff finally agreed to change its strip search policy to settle Plaintiff Rupa Vickers Russe’s lawsuit in case no. 22-cv-221 filed in the Western North Carolina District Court. Ms. Russe’s claims stemmed […]
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New Federal Housing Administration policies expand financing for accessory dwelling units
News release from the City of Asheville: The City of Asheville supports Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) as a way to spur the development of more affordable housing options and promote diversity in the types of housing choices available for residents. ADUs are also known as backyard cottages, mother-in-law suites, basement apartments, ancillary units, carriage houses, […]
City of Asheville to host second minority and women-owned business outreach event
News release from the City of Asheville: The Asheville Business Inclusion (ABI) office is excited to announce it will host a Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) outreach event on Wednesday, November 8 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event will take place at 8 River Arts Place and the doors will open at […]
WNC Career Expo opens Wednesday, Oct. 25
News release from Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce: Job seekers of all experience levels are encouraged to attend the WNC Career Expo, which will take place Wednesday, October 25, 2023, from 11 AM to 4 PM at the WNC Agricultural Center’s Davis Event Center, located at 761 Boylston Highway in Fletcher. The WNC Career Expo […]
Allen School gets recognition with historical marker in downtown Asheville
The Allen School, one of the first institutions that provided educational opportunities for African American women, was dedicated with a historical marker at 205 College St. Oct. 21. The school was originally located at 27 College Place, now the home of the Explore Asheville Convention and Visitor’s Bureau. The dedication sign is located in front […]
Regional leaders gather to discuss the French Broad River’s effect on the environment and economy
News release from RiverLink: FREE and open to the public; registration is requested at this link. The French Broad River Partnership (FBPR) invites the community to attend its fifth annual meeting to be held Wednesday, November 8, 9:00-11:30 a.m. in the Ferguson Auditorium at A-B Tech. The program will feature three moderated panel discussions on […]
Free injury prevention and fall risk screenings offered to Asheville adults through Nov. 30
The Centers for Disease Control reports, “Every second an adult in the U.S. falls.” Additional CDC research shows falls are the leading cause of injury and death in people over age 65. To help you be proactive in taking preventive measures, Benchmark Physical Therapy is offering complimentary fall risk screenings through November 30. The free […]
Regular monthly meeting of the BCTDA to be held Oct. 25
News release from the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority: Notice: Regular monthly meeting of the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority Wednesday, October 25, 2023 | 9–11 a.m. Explore Asheville Board Room | 27 College Place, Suite 200, Asheville WHAT: The regular monthly joint board meeting of the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, a public authority and […]
Veterans Day celebration planned at VA Medical Center
News release from the Charles George Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center: The Western North Carolina VA Health Care System has partnered with the City of Asheville and the Buncombe County Veterans Council to host a Veterans Day Ceremony Saturday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. at the Charles George VA Medical Center in Asheville. The ceremony will […]
Land of Sky Regional Council receives $952,963 from Appalachian Regional Commission’s POWER Initiative
Press release from Land of Sky Regional Council: Asheville, October 20th, 2023 — Land of Sky Regional Council has been awarded $952,963 by the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to grow the Creative Manufacturing industry in 26 Western North Carolina counties. Land of Sky Regional Council (LOSRC) and its partners will work collaboratively across 26 counties […]
Viewing platform atop Mount Pisgah to undergo reconstruction
Press release from Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation: (Asheville, N.C., October 20, 2023) – Beginning Monday, Oct. 23, a contracted crew and volunteers will start reconstruction of the viewing platform atop Mount Pisgah in Pisgah National Forest off the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 407.6. The project is funded through donations to the Blue Ridge Parkway […]
UNC Health Pardee offering free mammogram screenings on Thursday, Oct. 26
Press release from UNC Health: Hendersonville – In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, UNC Health Pardee is hosting a free mammogram night on Thursday, Oct. 26, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Screenings are by appointment only and will take place at Pardee Breast Imaging, located at 807 N. Justice Street in Hendersonville. To schedule […]
Menopause Cafe Asheville returns
Press release from Menopause Cafe Asheville: Join us Nov 13th for a frank and free chat as we normalize menopause and just talk about it! Whether you’re years away from this life transition, currently in the throes of it, or it’s way behind you, we’d love for you to join! Light refreshments will be served. Menopause Café AshevilleMonday, November […]
Two UNC Asheville astronomy students receive North Carolina Space Grants for undergraduate research
Press release from UNC Asheville: Out of the only 13 available statewide, two North Carolina Space Grants were awarded to UNC Asheville students. Abigail Grulick and Riley McBride are recipients of these competitive awards that come with an $8,000 scholarship to support their astronomy-related undergraduate research. NC Space Grant is a state-wide network of higher-education […]
AIGA Asheville Dream Fund – scholarship grants for WNC students in creative programs
Press release from AIGA Asheville: We are pleased to announce the inaugural AIGA Asheville Dream Fund. A grant program created to support Western North Carolina creative students’ technology and software needs. The Dream Fund benefits underrepresented and economically disadvantaged Western North Carolina students who are studying the design disciplines of graphic design, photography/videography, UI/UX, or illustration in […]
LEEDing the Way: Buncombe starts construction on state-of-the-art General Services complex
Press release from Buncombe County Government: A new era in Buncombe County is here. On Oct. 19, there was a groundbreaking for the new General Services Complex, the first new construction that will aim to save money and meet high-performance efficiency goals under a resolution that all new construction more than 10,000 square feet meet a minimum […]
Dogwood Health Trust holds 2023 annual meeting
Press release from Dogwood Health Trust: Dogwood Health Trust held its fourth Annual Meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 18, before an in-person and virtual crowd of more than 500 nonprofit partners and community members. Casey Cooper, CEO of Cherokee Indian Hospital, and a member of the Dogwood board of directors, was the keynote speaker. Cooper spoke in great detail about […]
The City of Asheville announces the Homelessness Learning Series for November and December
Press release from the City of Asheville: The Homelessness Division of the City of Asheville Community and Economic Development Department invites members of the public to join them for an informative learning series focused on homelessness in our community. This 3-part learning series, presented by Homeless Strategy Specialist Debbie Alford, offers community members the […]
Mission Health sites host drug take back event Oct. 28
Public service announcement from Mission Health: Mission Health is partnering with local law enforcement agencies on Saturday, Oct. 28, to host the fifth annual Crush the Crisis, a prescription drug take-back event. On Saturday, anyone in the community can safely and anonymously drop off unused and expired medication for proper disposal. Prescription drug misuse is […]
Asheville police seeking public’s assistance involving Wednesday night pedestrian fatality
Press release from APD: Asheville Police Department Patrol Officers are investigating a fatal collision in which a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Sweeten Creek Road yesterday evening. Jason Matthew Perry (04/25/1977) came upon a collision involving a downed motorcyclist near the 1120 block of Sweeten Creek Road on Oct. 18. Perry stopped and exited his […]
Great Smoky Mountains Association publishes ‘Letters from the Smokies,’ a humanizing look into the park’s past through curated correspondence
Press release from Great Smoky Mountains Association: Great Smoky Mountains Association is pleased to announce the publication of “Letters from the Smokies,” a compilation of written accounts from the archives of Great Smoky Mountains National Park that spans more than 230 years. Each captivating letter in this collection culled by park librarian–archivist Michael Aday is […]