From Cybergrass: Steep Canyon Rangers and Oskar Blues Brewery announce partnership The popular North Carolina-based bluegrass ambassadors, Steep Canyon Rangers, are proud to announce a new partnership with Oskar Blues Brewery, brewers of Dale’s Pale Ale, Mama’s Little Yella Pils, and other craft beers. This collaboration, which kicks off in January 2015, is the culmination […]
Phillip Bollhoefer, chef de cuisine for the Omni Grove Park Inn’s Sunset Terrace and EDISON Craft Ales + Kitchen is among a small group of chefs from the United States and Canada to chosen for the culinary line-up of the 2015 Palm Beach Wine Auction. The event, to be held on Thursday, Jan. 29, at The […]
From a RiverLink press release: RiverLink’s successful Hike With Dave series strolls on Earlier this year, RiverLink began the monthly Hike With Dave series, lead by Volunteer Coordinator Dave Russell and designed to bring hikers out to discover the French Broad River Watershed. The hikes are free and take place on Sunday mornings. The most […]
From a Western Carolina University press release: Art classes for children, adults to be offered at WCU CULLOWHEE – Western Carolina University’s Office of Continuing and Professional Education will start off the new year by offering community art classes for both children and adults. Local children can stay busy on their day off from school […]
From a Press Release: Nantahala Outdoor Center sponsors 212-mile Smoky Mountain Relay The Perfect New Year’s Resolution: The Southeast’s Hardest (and Most Beautiful) Overnight Race Bryson City, N.C. (December 19, 2014)— Registration is open now through April 10 for the Southeast’s most grueling team race: The Smoky Mountain Overnight Relay to be held April 17-18, […]
From a press release: 2014 Root Cause Award winners announced for excellency in the local forest products industry and sustainable forestry (Asheville, NC)—The second annual Root Cause Awards, celebrating achievement in the local forest products industry and sustainable forestry have been announced. The three winners are: Cullowhee-based non-profit forest stewardship consulting group Forest Stewards is […]
PRESS RELEASE UPDATE: Asheville Regional Airport’s new main entrance will partially open Monday, December 22 Asheville Regional Airport’s new main entrance will partially open Monday, December 22. The relocation of the airport’s entrance is part of a North Carolina Department of Transportation project to change the traffic interchange across the I-26 bridge at Airport […]
PRESS RELEASE from the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy Six Years After Kingston, EPA Finally Issues Rules to Regulate Coal Ash Advocates Concerned the Rules Are Too Weak, Leaving Ash Threats in Place Knoxville, Tenn. – Today, just days before the 6th anniversary of the Tennessee Valley Authority’s tragic coal ash disaster on Dec. 22, 2008 […]
PRESS RELEASE from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Common sense, pragmatic rules to protect against structural failure, water and air pollution WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today announced the first national regulations to provide for the safe disposal of coal combustion residuals (coal ash) from coal-fired power plants. The final rule establishes safeguards to […]
PRESS RELEASE Expanding energy opportunities and cleaning up coal ash are among top 2014 news items for state agency RALEIGH – To help journalists with year-in-review stories, the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources has put together its list of the agency’s biggest news items and accomplishments for 2014. Expanding energy opportunities The N.C. Mining […]
From a press release: The Three Davids in Concert Who: David Holt, David Wilcox, and David LaMotte What: The Three David’s in Concert When: February 21, 2015 8pm Where: Diana Wortham Theatre Tickets: $35/$25 for students and children under 12 Please join three of Asheville’s favorite award-winning songwriters and entertainers, David Holt, David Wilcox, and […]
From an email: The Martin Grant is open to local comedians The Martin Grant was established by Steve Hofstetter and Next Round Entertainment in order to identify and reward up and coming stand-up comedians. It was inspired by Hofstetter’s work on Laughs, and the loss of his father. Read the full story here. The grant […]
From Farm Aid website: Grants for Family Farm Agriculture In addition to Farm Aid’s work throughout the year to build a thriving family farm-centered system of agriculture, Farm Aid funds family farm and rural service organizations through our annual grant program. We view our grantees around the country as critical on-the-ground partners in the movement […]
From a press release: “Into the Woods Jr” at The Masonic Temple, Jan. 24 & 25 Voice of the City Productions announces pre-sale tickets for the Asheville January 2015 performance of: Into The Woods Jr Music by Stephen Sonheim story by James Lapine Directed by James King Show Location: The Masonic Temple, 80 Broadway Street, […]
Announcement: Since 2012, Nantahala Brewing and their patrons have supported the Ridgerunner program by donating a portion of sales of their limited release Trail Magic Ales.
Press release from Epic Cycles: Black Mountain, NC: Epic Cycles, a Black Mountain based bike shop focused on both mountain and commuter biking, has opened a second store at 800B Haywood Rd. in West Asheville. Conveniently located under the newly opened Odd’s Café, the West Asheville location will focus on the commuting customer, and will […]
From a press release: Best Asheville Comics Showcased on Saturday, Jan. 3 10 top Asheville Comics. Surprise Guests. Tons of laughs! On Saturday, Jan. 3, at 8 p.m., Funny Business at the Millroom is excited to host the 10 most popular and upcoming Asheville comedians performing their best 8 minute sets. Come see the most […]
PRESS RELEASE Miracle on Forever Friend Lane Adoption Promotion They Believe in their Forever Home Asheville, NC—Asheville Humane Society is reducing the adoption fee for all dogs and cats over 6 months on the days leading up to the holidays. “Miracle on Forever Friend Lane” is December 19, 20, 23 from 10AM until 6 PM […]
The view of Little Sandy Mush Bald, an iconic high elevation bald situated above rolling farms and coves, is prominent throughout the Sandy Mush community. Now, more of it has been permanently preserved for future generations.
Press release from organizers with Adapt Public Relations: In December 2013, seven downtown Asheville businesses joined together to create 12 Days of Giving. The program was designed to contribute directly to three local non-profits that help feed, clothe and shelter the homeless: Haywood Street Congregation, ABCCM, and Western Carolina Rescue Ministries. The seven founding businesses […]
Press Release From North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources: RALEIGH – The N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation will conduct multiple prescribed burns at Lake James State Park in coming weeks. According to Park Superintendent Nora Coffey, the specific dates of the burns will depend on local weather conditions. The prescribed burns will […]
