Press release from Buncombe County Republican Party: Only 28 percent of residents believe Buncombe is headed in the right direction. September 12, 2014 Asheville, NC- The Buncombe County Republican Party recently commissioned a poll and the results are in. Voters believe Buncombe County is headed in the wrong direction with and only 28 percent of likely […]
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Moffitt calls on Cooper to join CTS suit
Press release from N.C. Statehouse Rep. Tim Moffitt: Asheville — This morning, Representative Tim Moffitt sent an open letter to state Attorney General Roy Cooper, calling on him to join with the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners in likely legal action against the CTS Corporation. The Board of Commissioners is considering a lawsuit against CTS […]
AC-T: Buncombe County prepared to give Wicked Weed incentives
From Asheville Citizen-Times: By Romando Dixson Buncombe County and Wicked Weed Brewing are prepared to enter an incentive agreement for the company’s multimillion dollar expansion. Wicked Weed is guaranteeing an investment of $6.5 million and 75 full-time jobs, and the parties will enter a leasing and purchase agreement for a building at 145 Jacob Holm […]
Neighborhood Advisory Committee to hold West Asheville neighborhood meeting Sept. 22
From the City of Asheville: The Neighborhood Advisory Committee of the City of Asheville invites residents and business and property owners of West Asheville to a neighborhood meeting Monday, September 22, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the West Asheville Library, 942 Haywood Road. Please join us for this opportunity to express your ideas for improving […]
Regional farm tour showcases Appalachian farming and the future of food on Sept. 20-21
From a press release: A regional tour of over 40 family farms in Western NC takes place Sept 20 & 21, 2014. At Living Web Farms, participants will see traditional mountain agricultural techniques, learn cooking and farming skills, and can even enjoy a 4-course meal. Mills River, NC- Jeremy Griste prefers to do everything by […]
Cradle of Forestry to host monarch butterfly program
From a press release: PISGAH FOREST, N.C., Sept. 12, 2014 — The Cradle of Forestry invites the public to attend the “Bring Back the Monarchs” program on Sunday, Sept. 21 at 2 p.m. in the Forest Discovery Center. Noted naturalist and educator Ina Warren will present this lively multimedia program with assistance from master gardener […]
Brian Boggs Chairmakers celebrate 32 years with open house at new Amboy Road location
From a press release: Asheville, NC: Brian Boggs, master chairmaker, plans a celebration of his 30+ years in chairmaking with an Open House at his expanding company’s new location at 239 Amboy Road. The event will take place on Saturday, September 20, from 3:00-7:00 PM. The Open House is free and open to the public. […]
New Belgium Brewing CFO/COO promoted to president
Press release from New Belgium Brewing Co: Ft. Collins, Colo. – September 11, 2014 – New Belgium Brewing is pleased to announce the promotion of long-time Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer, Christine Perich, to the position of President. Perich, who started as CFO with New Belgium in 2004, has overseen all aspects of […]
RAD Farmers Market to hold summer harvest feast Sept. 24
From a press release: The River Arts District Farmers Market is hosting a Summer Farm to Table Feast on Sept. 24, 7-10 p.m. The RAD Farm Dinner will be held at The Junction with a decedent menu created by Chef Chad Kelly. Join us for our first Farm to Table Dinner in the River Arts […]
POLL: On eve of public hearing, fracking still unpopular in WNC
Press release from Progress NC Action: A majority of voters in House Districts 116 (Rep. Tim Moffitt) and 118 (Rep. Michele Presnell) oppose fracking, and are less likely to vote for a candidate who supports it RALEIGH — Fracking is still deeply unpopular in Western North Carolina, according to a Progress NC Action/Public Policy Polling […]
Study of neurofeedback as clinical treatment for children with ADHD to begin in Asheville
Press release from UNC Asheville: Asheville will be one of two sites for a new clinical study, funded by the National Institutes of Mental Health (NIMH), examining the efficacy of neurofeedback as a treatment for children with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). This five-year study, a collaboration between UNC Asheville and The Ohio State University, […]
SECU to purchase $50 Million in NCSEAA rehabilitated student loans
From press release: RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 11, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Reaffirming its support of North Carolina college students, State Employees’ Credit Union’s (SECU’s) Board of Directors recently approved the purchase ofup to $50 million in federally insured student loans from the North Carolina State Education Assistance Authority (NCSEAA). This increase doubles SECU’s original commitment […]
North Carolina’s Bus Ridership Week is Sep. 15-19
From press release: September 15-19 is Bus Ridership Week in North Carolina. Each year the state determines transportation funding for school districts by how many students ride the bus both to and from school. Joe Hough, Transportation Director for Buncombe County Schools, says, “If a child is going to ride a school bus any […]
Two-day program will focus on building a successful food business
From press release: All across kitchens in Western North Carolina, thousands dream of using grandma’s generations-old recipe to become the next Mrs. Fields or Ben & Jerry’s. Tinkering with food combinations and formulas, they fine-tune the ingredients and proportions to craft a winning recipe. But going from winning recipe to a winning business requires an […]
“Zombie Hospital 1955,” at Toy Boat, Nov. 8
From a press release: “Zombie Hospital 1955,” at Toy Boat, Nov. 8 Anam Cara Theatre Company presents “Zombie Hospital 1955” a fundraiser Saturday, November 8th at 7:30pm Toy Boat Community Arts Space 101 Fairview Rd. Asheville NC 28803 Advance $20, after October 15th $25 Cost of entry includes 1 free drink ticket We are excited […]
Zombie Run and Spooky Fun
From a press release: Zombie Run and Spooky Fun 2014 ChA HAUNTED ADVENTURES Zombie Run and Spooky Fun Opening this year’s frightfully scary Halloween event will be Cherokee Historical Association’s 2nd Annual Zombie Run. As you begin the 2.5 mile grueling course which starts on the stage of Unto these Hills, watch out for Zombies […]
Hi-Wire Brewing’s lager earns second place overall at 2014 NC Brewer’s Cup
Hi-Wire Lager earned a gold medal in the pilsner category and second place overall at the 2014 NC Brewer’s Cup. Several other Hi-Wire beers won awards in additional categories. For the full results, visit the NC Brewer’s Cup beer results page.
Experimental theatre ensemble Accordion Time Machine hosts ‘Late Night Snack Attack,’ Oct. 4
Press Release From Anam Cara Theatre: Accordion Time Machine, Anam Cara’s Experimental Theatre Ensemble, presents… Late Night Snack ATTACK! Saturday, October 4th at 8:00pm Toy Boat Community Art Space 101 Fairview Rd. Asheville, NC 28803 Accordion Time Machine, Anam Cara’s experimental theatre ensemble, has something delicious and scary in store for you with their next […]
Anam Cara hosts Zombie Hospital interactive theater fundraiser, Nov. 8
Press Release From Anam Cara Theatre: Save the Date! Anam Cara Theatre Company presents “Zombie Hospital 1955” a fundraiser Saturday, November 8th at 7:30pm Toy Boat Community Arts Space 101 Fairview Rd. Asheville NC 28803 Advance $20, after October 15th $25 Cost of entry includes 1 free drink ticket We are excited to bring you […]
Award-Winning songwriter offers workshop to Asheville teens, starting Tuesday, Oct. 7
From a press release: Award-Winning songwriter offers workshop to Asheville teens, starting Tuesday, Oct. 7 Award-winning singer-songwriter Cary Cooper will teach a four-session songwriting workshop starting Tuesday October 7, 2014 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Hyphen Coffee (81 Patton Ave, Asheville). The workshop costs $100 and is open to any high school student interested in the […]
John Cowan, John McFee and friends at The Grey Eagle, Sept. 27
From a press release: John Cowan, John McFee and friends at The Grey Eagle, Sept. 27 In celebration of the long-awaited new John Cowan album Sixty out on Compass Records, Jown Cowan along with fellow Doobie Brother and album producer John McFee are bringing an exciting and once in a lifetime lineup dubbed John Cowan, […]