Press release from NC Department of Transportation A contractor for the N.C. Department of Transportation will install a familiar detour on Interstate 40 East in Asheville this weekend, weather permitting. Crews from DBA Harrison Construction Company of Asheville plan to close I-40 East from the I-240 East/I-26 West interchange (Exit 46B) to Hendersonville Road (Exit […]
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Graham County receives a permanent replica of the Charters of Freedom
Press release from Charters of Freedom A celebration of freedom and patriotism took place in Robbinsville, North Carolina this week, as the 61st Charters of Freedom setting nationwide was dedicated on Constitution Day, September 17th. This setting, the 36th of its kind in North Carolina, includes full-scale replicas of the Declaration of Independence, U.S. Constitution, […]
The Veterans Healing Farm announces new headquarters in Mills River
Press release from Veterans Healing Farm The Veterans Healing Farm is pleased to announce that after nine months of searching, we have found our own property! “We are home!” said Alan Yeck, Executive Director. This new headquarters located at 138 Kimzey Road, Mills River will allow us to run our workshops, agritherapy, and community events […]
Unincorporated Buncombe residents encouraged to sign up now for trash and recycling pick up with new solid waste provider FCC Environmental
News release from Buncombe County: Buncombe County is set to transition to FCC Environmental Services for residential garbage and recycling services in unincorporated areas of Buncombe County, replacing the current solid waste provider, Waste Pro. FCC was chosen as the top-ranked firm for this role, leading to the approval of a contract for residential solid […]
The Center for Native Health names Kristina Hyatt as new program officer for maternal and child health
News release from the Cherokee Center for Native Health: The Center for Native Health, is pleased to announce Kristina Hyatt, as the Program Officer for Maternal & Child Health programming. Kristina Hyatt hails from the Big Cove community and is a mother, dental hygienist, former Miss Native American USA, and an enrolled member of the […]
2024 NC State fiction contest open for entries
Press release from College of Humanities and Social Sciences NC State University The annual NC State Fiction Contest is a free literary competition open to all North Carolina residents, including out-of-state and international students who are enrolled in North Carolina universities. It remains one of the largest free-to-enter fiction contests in the South. This year’s guest judge […]
Kuwohi name restored to the highest peak in the Smokies
Press release from Great Smoky Mountains National Park The U.S. Board of Geographic Names voted today in favor of the formal request submitted by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI) to change the name of Clingmans Dome (FID #1326387) to Kuwohi. Kuwohi, is the Cherokee name for the mountain and translates to “mulberry place.” In Cherokee […]
Buncombe County invites the public to share their vision for parks, greenways and open spaces on Oct. 3 at Weaverville Town Hall
Press release from Buncombe County Buncombe County residents are invited to help envision the future of the County’s parks, greenways, and open spaces through a public meeting on Thursday, October 3, from 6-8 p.m. at Weaverville Town Hall. This community-driven event is a key step in developing the County’s first-ever Parks & Recreation Master Plan and Open […]
Buncombe County Commissioners honor Hispanic Heritage Month, expand Enka recreation destination offerings, increase shelter beds and more
Press release from Buncombe County With election season in full swing and Early Voting set to kickoff next month, the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners honored the winner of this year’s election sticker contest during its meeting on Sept. 17. With more than 2,300 people casting a vote, 12-year-old Maya LeRoy’s ‘I Voted’ sticker design won […]
Buncombe Commissioners approve resolution appointing Eric Cregger as interim property assessor
Press release from Buncombe County At its Sept. 17 regular meeting, the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution appointing Eric Cregger as Interim Property Assessor. Cregger had previously served as Assistant Director of Property Assessment since September 2023 and has worked for Buncombe County since October 2015. The assessment office manages land records, individual […]
Buncombe Commissioners vote to remove property assessor Keith Miller
Press release from Buncombe County: At its Sept. 17 special called meeting, the Buncombe County Board of Board of Commissioners voted to remove Property Assessor Keith Miller for good cause effective immediately. “We remain committed to our values of respect, integrity, collaboration, honesty, and equity,” said County Manager Avril Pinder. “Wavering from our values is not […]
VA hosts Community Mental Health Summit in Asheville
Press release from U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: The Western North Carolina Veterans Affairs Health Care System steadfastly continues its mission of uniting veterans across the mountains with the services and resources within their reach. Last Friday, the five-star facility hosted its 2024 Mental Health Summit at the AB Technical Community College. In her opening […]
WNC VA Health Care system earns 5-star rating
Press release from U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: The Western North Carolina VA Health Care System proudly announced today that it has been awarded a 5-star rating by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for the second consecutive year. This accolade places Western North Carolina VA among the top-tier facilities nationwide and highlights […]
Andrea Clark photo exhibit to open Sept. 21
Press release from Asheville Museum of History: The Asheville Museum of History is in the final stages of preparation for its newest exhibition: The Photography of Andrea Clark: Remembering Asheville’s East End Community. Opening to the public on Saturday, September 21st, 2024, this new exhibition showcases rare images from the late 1960s through the early 1970s […]
UPDATE: Third person charged with ethnic intimidation turns themselves in
From Asheville Police Department: UPDATE: Emily Kathryn Murphy (11/11/1985) has turned herself in on Ethnic Intimidation charges. Murphy was booked into the Buncombe County Detention Facility on September 17 and released under a Written Promise to Appear issued by the magistrate. Detectives are continuing their investigation, and if anyone has information about this incident, you […]
Warren Wilson College lowers tuition nearly 40% for 2025-26
Press release from Warren Wilson College: Warren Wilson College announced today a bold decision to underscore its longstanding commitment to access and inclusion by lowering its published tuition price nearly 40 percent, from $41,500 to $25,500, while continuing to provide aid to every student. The change will take place beginning with the 2025–2026 academic year. Considered […]
Fall bulk leaf collection for City of Hendersonville residents begins Oct. 14
Press release from City of Hendersonville: On October 14, 2024, the City of Hendersonville will begin its fall bulk leaf collection service for City residents. Bulk leaf collection will continue throughout the fall season and conclude on December 31. During bulk leaf collection, City residents should pile loose leaves at the edge of the street along […]
BBB Scam Alert: That’s not your boss texting
Press release from Better Business Bureau: You may be used to getting text messages and emails from your boss, which is why a recent texting scam is so effective. Scammers find out where you work and pose as the CEO or other executive. Be on guard and don’t share money or information – be it your own or your company’s. […]
City of Hendersonville affordable housing listening sessions starting Sept. 23
Press release from City of Hendersonville: Reminder: The City of Hendersonville’s Affordable Housing Listening Sessions and Council Conversation series will begin next week. A virtual survey will be posted at www.hvlnc.gov/housingplan on September 23rd for any community members who are unable to attend the sessions. City of Hendersonville Affordable Housing Listening Sessions The City of […]
New study: Asheville #3 of thriving college towns Americans flocking to in 2024
Press release from Green Flag Digital: Small towns bolstered by the presence of local universities may be worried about the murmurings of faltering enrollment counts. But, in some college towns, there’s promising news: new residents want to move in, and they aren’t just college kids. In fact, North Carolina is home to 5 cities among […]
APD seek public’s help locating armed robber
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville Police investigators are seeking the public’s help in identifying an armed robber who held up an east Asheville convenience store at gunpoint shortly after midnight. APD officers responded to a convenience store near the 600 block of Swannanoa River Road around 12:04 a.m. on September 17th to investigate an […]