Press release Southern rocker/outlaw country artist Andy Buckner at White Horse, Jan. 4 If an artist is described as playing Southern music it’s fair to ask what kind. Southern Rock? Outlaw County? Rock and Roll, Blues, Bluegrass? In the case of Andy Buckner, the answer is “all of the above” in one talented musical package. […]
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Mission Health asks patients to limit visits to the hospital to decrease spread of influenza
Press Release From Mission Health: ASHEVILLE, N.C. (Jan. 2, 2012) – Due to an increase in influenza (flu) activity throughout North Carolina, Mission Health is asking that family and friends limit their visitations to patients in the hospital. In particular, Mission Health is asking children under age 12 and people who do not feel well, […]
TC Arts Council announces 2014 calls for artists
Press release TC Arts Council announces 2014 calls for artists TC Arts Council Places a Call for Artists for 2014 Exhibits & Fundraisers The Transylvania Community Arts Council in Brevard, NC has announced its exhibits for the 2014 season and has placed an open call for artists to enter. Tammy Hopkins, executive director at the […]
Blossman Services begins construction on National Autogas Research and Technology Center
Press Release From Blossman Services: Blossman Services, Inc. (BSI), a subsidiary of The Blossman Companies, has begun construction on its new Autogas Research and Technology Center located in Asheville, NC. Once completed the world-class center will focus on the testing and development of propane autogas systems and will also provide vehicle technician training. BSI is […]
WNCA offers discussion course for exploration of sustainability
Press Release From the Western North Carolina Alliance ASHEVILLE – The Western North Carolina Alliance is offering a seven-session book discussion course that will give participants an opportunity to explore the meaning of sustainability and to learn about its applications from individual, societal and global perspectives. The word “sustainability” is used so freely that it […]
Asheville native Hunter Frederick contributes to new nonprofit crisis communication book
Press release Asheville native Hunter Frederick contributes to new nonprofit crisis communication book Asheville native Hunter Frederick, founder and CEO of Frederick & Associates LLC has been named as an expert contributor for a new book on non-profit crisis communication. The how-to manual is being written specifically for the non-profit community to address the unique […]
Marc Bamuthi Joseph speaks at UNC Asheville Jan. 23
Martin Luther King Jr. Week Keynote: Marc Bamuthi Joseph From UNC Asheville Event Description His talents and insights have been on display on HBO, public radio and Broadway. He also created Youth Speaks, where he mentored 13- to 19-year-old writers, and he co-founded Life is Living, a series of festivals designed to activate underresourced parks […]
NC Stage announces fee free pricing
Press release NC Stage announces fee free pricing North Carolina Stage Company is excited to announce a wider array of pricing options, no matter when you want to come. And to make things even easier, we’ve done away with service fees. NC Stage is committed to making theatre accessible for everyone, and proud to be […]
Community Foundation of Henderson County releases annual report
Here’s the press release from Community Foundation of Henderson County: Growth in local charitable dollars and stories about home-based philanthropy featured in CFHC’s 2013 annual report Hendersonville, N.C., Dec. 30, 2013: Community Foundation of Henderson County received more than $3.6 million in contributions, had more than $77.6 million in assets and awarded more than $2.49 […]
Left loop of Tsali Trail system Closed
Here’s the press release from the U.S. Forest Service: ROBBINSVILLE, N.C. – The Left Loop of the Tsali Trail system is currently closed due to a slide along the trail. The other 3 loops in the trail system remain open. The Forest Service will work to evaluate and repair damage to the trail and issue […]
“Heat For Hunger” program raises funds for MANNA FoodBank
Press Release Blossman Gas, Alliance AutoGas, Blossman Services, Inc. Between November 20 and December 20 partial proceeds from each gallon of propane sold from the Asheville, NC branch office of Blossman Gas, Appliance & Service benefitted MANNA Foodbank. MANNA collects, stores, warehouses and distributes food to MANNA accredited non-profits throughout 16 counties in Western North […]
Sugar Mountain presents 19th annual National Winter Trails Day
Try snowshoeing at Sugar Mountain Resort for free. Discover the fun and fitness of snow sports by participating in the 19th Annual National Winter Trails Day Saturday, January 11, 2014 at Sugar Mountain Resort. Children and adults new to snow sports can try snowshoeing for FREE at Sugar Mountain on Saturday, January 11th. Guided snowshoe […]
Henderson County Christmas tree recycling event this Saturday
Press Release ECO, Environmental and Conservation Organization The Henderson County Annual Christmas Tree Recycling Event is scheduled for Saturday, January 4, 2014 from 9am to 2pm at Jackson Park. At this post-holiday event, Christmas trees will be chipped into mulch and a fragrantly fresh heap of chips will be available for free gathering. This year, […]
Jackson County: Green Energy Park and WCU students to unveil metal project for mural
Press Release Catch the Spirit of Appalachia, Inc. A special event is coming up on January 14 at 12:00 noon in Dillsboro. The stunning three dimensional “Tree of Life” bronze plaque which was cast and finished by the Jackson County Green Energy Park and Western Carolina University art students, will be attached to the Dillsboro […]
First Citizens Bank completes merger with 1st Financial Services, Mountain 1st Bank
Press Release First Citizens Bank First-Citizens Bank & Trust Company (known as First Citizens Bank) announced today that the previously announced merger of 1st Financial Services Corp. and its subsidiary, Mountain 1st Bank & Trust Co., into First Citizens Bank was completed on Wednesday, Jan 1. The former Mountain 1st branches in western North Carolina […]
Brides for Barks: Donate wedding items to benefit local pets in need
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Riverlink to develop interactive French Broad map and app
Press release from RiverLink RiverLink is developing an interactive map and app a online resource to serve residents and visitors to the French Broad River Watershed. We have designed this map as a “one stop” shop to showcase unique local businesses in Transylvania, Henderson, Buncombe, and Madison Counties that compliment the French Broad River Paddle […]
Pink Floyd tribute The Machine performs at The Orange Peel on Jan. 9
Press release Pink Floyd tribute The Machine performs at The Orange Peel on Jan. 9 THE MACHINE will perform at The Orange Peel on Thursday, January 9th. Doors open at 8:00 P.M. Showtime is 9:00 P.M. This is an 18 + show. Tickets are $16.00 in advance and $18.00 day of show. For more information: […]
“For You My Door Is Always Open,” one-woman show about the life of Golda Meir on Jan. 19
Press release For You My Door Is Always Open: A Visit with Golda Meir EVENT: For You My Door Is Always Open: A Visit with Golda Meir Sunday, January 19, 2014 at noon Light Brunch at noon; performance at 1pm Congregation Beth Israel, 229 Murdock Avenue, Asheville, NC 28804 Tickets: There is no cost for […]
FMC Scholarship winners to perform at Isothermal Community College
Press release FMC Scholarship winners to perform at Isothermal Community College Two Foothills Music Club, Inc. scholarship winners will take the stage at FMC’s upcoming January 9 concert at Isothermal (Polk Campus). Both women are high school seniors. Kate Riedy, soprano, will perform “O mio babbino caro” by Puccini and “Far From the Home I […]
The Mountaineer: Haywood County Sheriff’s Office warns about Publisher’s Clearinghouse scam
From The Mountaineer: The scenario goes something like this: Victims are called and told they won money, a new car or another prize through Publisher’s Clearinghouse or similar sweepstakes. The victims are instructed to send either cash or pre-paid debit cards from CVS or WalMart to a specific address, often an address in New York.