Press release from City of Asheville: The Homeless Initiative Advisory Committee will hold its rescheduled monthly meeting on July 25, 2024, 9-10:30 a.m. in the 6th floor conference room of Asheville City Hall (70 Court Plaza). Please note the room change. Meeting materials are available here. Community members are welcome and encouraged to attend this in-person meeting or to […]
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City Council takes action to include $80 million obligation bond proposal on November ballot
Press release from City of Asheville: City Council members unanimously take action Tuesday, July 23 to finalize placing an $80 million dollar general obligation bond referendum on the November 2024 ballot for public vote. Council members solidified totals in four different categories: Finance Director Tony McDowell provided examples of how bond funds could be used to address […]
Darwin Carter named ACS Director of Innovative Programming
Press release from Asheville City Schools: Asheville City Schools (ACS) are proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Darwin Carter as the new Director of Innovative Programming, leading both Cougar Academy and the Education & Career Academy at William Randolph. Dr. Carter officially began his tenure on July 15th. “We are delighted to welcome Dr. Carter […]
Artist Support Grant application now open to regional artists of all disciplines
Press release from ArtsAVL: Artists of all disciplines are invited to apply for the 2024-25 Artist Support Grant from July 22 – September 3. This year’s grantees will be awarded $500 – $3,000 in categories including visual arts, literary arts, music, film, choreography, interdisciplinary arts, and more. This regional grant is open to residents of […]
I-26 overnight closures include traffic shift this week
From N.C. Department of Transportation: Contractors and N.C. Department of Transportation engineers have set a schedule for overnight closures on Interstate 26 this week. Each night a section of the interstate is set to close no earlier than 8 p.m. and open again by 6 a.m. Marked detours will direct traffic and traffic lights will […]
Asheville City Schools announces open nominations for high school athletics hall of fame
From Asheville City Schools: Asheville City Schools (ACS) are proud to announce the opening of nominations for Asheville High School (AHS) Athletics Hall of Fame! This prestigious honor will recognize and celebrate the outstanding achievements of AHS athletes and coaches who have left a lasting legacy on the school’s athletic programs. Nominations are now open […]
A-B tech culinary team wins 2024 national championship
From A-B Tech Community College: A student team from A-B Tech Community College’s renowned Culinary Arts and Hospitality program won the college’s second national championship on July 17 at the American Culinary Federation (ACF) Nationals. Regional winners vied for the national title during the ACF Annual Convention, held July 14-17 in Phoenix. The team won […]
Sara Disher Ratliff announces candidacy for Buncombe County School Board – District 2
Press release from Sara Disher Ratliff: As a lifelong resident of Buncombe County, Sara Disher Ratliff is genuinely invested in the success of our schools and the well-being of our community. She is committed to working collaboratively with parents, teachers, administrators, and community stakeholders to address the unique needs of both District 2 and the […]
Housing Assistance Corp. receives major funding for affordable workforce housing
Press release from Housing Assistance Corp.: HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. – July 19, 2024 – In a significant boost to the Apple Ridge Development Project, the Dogwood Health Trust announced on Friday, July 12th, an award of $1M to support infrastructure for the Apple Ridge Subdivision in Henderson County. This funding matches the county’s commitment of […]
Margaret A. Noel, MD, Honored with The Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award
Press release from MemoryCare: Asheville, NC – July 19, 2024 – Dr. Margaret A. (Peggy) Noel was recently awarded The Order of the Long Leaf Pine, one of North Carolina’s highest honors, in recognition of her outstanding contributions to her community and exemplary service within the state. Dr. Noel, a highly esteemed Geriatric Specialist with over […]
UPDATE: APD charges two in water-pellet Gun assaults
Press release from Asheville Police Department: UPDATE, July 19: Asheville, NC (July 19, 2024): Asheville Police Department Detectives have identified and charged two people in the recent Orbeez-style water pellet gun assaults targeting pedestrians. Through strategic technological investments and innovative use of License Plate Readers (LPR) and surveillance video analysis, APD has identified and charged […]
Buncombe County CrowdStrike update as of 10 a.m.
Press release from Buncombe County: In Buncombe County, the CrowdStrike-related global IT outage has not impacted core services, and 911, Emergency Services, Libraries, and Election Services are running without interruptions. Some services relying on third-party vendors have been impacted. Those include: · Mountain Mobility – Fixed Trailblazer routes are running without impacts; however, if you’ve […]
Cyclist dies following Swannanoa River Road collision
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (July 19, 2024): Asheville Police Department Patrol Officers investigate a fatal collision in the East Asheville area in which a cyclist was struck by a vehicle Thursday afternoon. The preliminary investigation indicated Alexander Rozos (01/10/98) was on a bicycle traveling west near the 300 block of Swannanoa […]
Glenda Weinert announces intention to run for Buncombe County School Board
News release from Glenda Weinert: Buncombe County businesswoman Glenda Weinert recently announced her intention to file for candidacy for Buncombe County Board of Education Member at Large. Weinert will appear on the November ballot after her appointment to the position following the resignation of Amanda Simpkins in May of 2024. With experience ranging from early […]
A portion of Patton Avenue will be closed tonight, July 18
News release from the City of Asheville: Traffic Alert from the City of Asheville: Due to the ongoing Carter-Ann-Patton stormwater project, a portion of Patton Avenue and connecting streets will be closed tonight, July 18 from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Work will be carried out overnight to minimize disruption to area businesses and residents. […]
APD seeks assistance finding man charged with ethnic intimidation following West Asheville Library incident
News release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police Detectives have identified and charged another man with ethnic intimidation following an assault at the West Asheville Library on June 29. Detectives charged Tyler Byrne Hackett Kelly (10/20/1990) with Ethnic Intimidation specifically for his actions on June 29th at the West Asheville Library. Kelly is described as […]
Buncombe Commissioners taking applications for short-term rental ad hoc committee
News release from Buncombe County: The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications for a Short-Term Rental Ad Hoc Committee through July 31. Commissioners are looking for representation from: Real estate professionals Short-term rental property owners Affordable housing advocates Short-term rental ancillary business owner, like a management or cleaning company Community at-large One or […]
Asheville Police continue to investigate car vandalism, reward increased
Press release from Asheville Police Department: APD continues investigating two vehicles vandalized in June and ask for the public’s help with information about the incidents that would help identify the individuals involved. Community members concerned about public safety are now offering a reward of $6,000 for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for vandalizing […]
I-40 East weekend closure returns to Asheville starting July 19 at 8 p.m.
Press release from North Carolina Department of Transportation: A short stretch of Interstate 40 will close this weekend, weather permitting, allowing contract crews to perform rehabilitation tasks on a bridge between I-26 and Hendersonville Road. Crews from DBA Harrison Construction Company of Asheville plan to close I-40 East from the I-240 East/I-26 West interchange (Exit […]
NC Department of Environmental Quality recognizes local universities, community colleges for energy reductions
Press release from North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality: The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s State Energy Office recognizes thirteen state agencies, universities and community colleges for their significant energy reductions and progress towards Executive Order 80’s goal. In 2018, Governor Cooper’s Executive Order 80 set a goal for cabinet agencies to reduce energy consumption […]
Public comment opportunities for French Broad River Plan scheduled
News release from the French Broad River Metropolitan Planning Organization: The French Broad River MPO’s Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP), Elevate 2050, will be kicking off the first phase of public input opportunities for the plan in August. The MTP is a federally-required transportation plan for urbanized areas with a population over 50,000 and helps to […]