Here’s the press release from the office of Rep. Mark Meadows: Washington, D.C. – Representative Mark Meadows (NC-11) released the following statement after introducing the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau Personnel Flexibilities Act of 2013, which makes permanent a performance-based compensation system for the scientific and technical employees of the Alcohol and Tobacco […]
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State Water Quality officials file amendment to March lawsuit on coal ash
Here’s the press release from the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources: RALEIGH – State water quality officials this week amended a March lawsuit involving Duke Energy Progress’ (formerly Progress Energy Carolinas) coal-fired power plant in Asheville in order to address similar environmental compliance issues at Duke Energy Progress’ coal-fired power plant in Gaston […]
Free trolley available from downtown Asheville to the RiverMusic series
Here’s the press release from RiverLink: Free trolley service through Gray Line Trolley (the red trolley) will be available from downtown Asheville to the RiverMusic series in the River Arts District this summer. RiverLink is excited to announce that Gray Line Trolley has signed on to provide a shuttle between the downtown area and RiverLink’s […]
Watercolor exhibit opens today at UNCA
Press release From UNCA News Services: “People and Places of Nepal,” an exhibition of watercolor paintings in the plein air style by Dhwoj Bahadur Gurung, will open with a reception from 3-5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 22, in the Blowers Gallery at UNC Asheville’s Ramsey Library. Both the reception and the exhibit are free and […]
MANNA Food Bank to hold celebration for 30th anniversary, proceeds go to the nonprofit
Press release From MANNA Food Bank: Asheville, NC (May 10, 2013) On June 1, MANNA Food Bank’s Blue Jean Ball will take over the MANNA campus along the Swannanoa River. This year’s theme, Putting it on the Table, 30 Years Deep- marks 30 years of community outreach, collaboration and service. The annual event includes small […]
Times-News: First phase of bike park opens to public
From the Times-News From staff reports Phase one of the Hendersonville Bike Park opened to the public Tuesday, showcasing dirt jumps, pump tracks and more during a “soft” opening at Jackson Park.
Buncombe County offices and libraries closed for Memorial Day
Press release From Buncombe County Buncombe County Government offices and libraries will be closed on Monday, May 27 for Memorial Day. Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Recycling Day at the Buncombe County Landfill will be cancelled on Friday, May 24. The Landfill and Transfer Station will be open regular hours on Friday, May 24 and […]
Parkway Medical Group adds family nurse practitioner to its practice
Press release From Parkway Medical Group Asheville, North Carolina – May 16, 2013 Parkway Medical Group, an eleven-provider medical practice with offices in Asheville and Black Mountain, has added a new provider, board certified family nurse practitioner, Kristie Ruff. Ruff will serve patients out of both the Black Mountain and Asheville offices. Ruff has ten […]
Local charities award more nearly $60,000 to Buncombe County Schools programs
Press release from Buncombe County Schools 6 Buncombe County Schools Receive $57,000 in Local Grants Funds will support technology, an outdoor classroom, and bilingual education Two local charitable funds have announced plans to provide grants to six Buncombe County Schools this month. The Biltmore Lake Charitable Fund is awarding over $47,000 in grants to schools […]
University of North Carolina system switching student health insurance
From The Western Carolinian: Beginning in the Fall 2013 semester, Western Carolina University, along with the University of North Carolina system campuses, will provide student health insurance through Student Blue from BlueCross and BlueShield of North Carolina (BCBSNC).
Buncombe County Department of Health issues rabies warning
Press release from Buncombe County Department of Health: Rabies is a dangerous virus that anyone can get if they handle or get bitten by an animal that has the disease. Protect yourself and your family from rabies: stay away from wild animals and be sure pets are vaccinated every year. Rabies is caused by a […]
Associate dean at Western Carolina University endows scholarship
Press release from Western Carolina University: Ken Flynt, an associate dean in the College of Business at Western Carolina University, has endowed a scholarship in memory of his late son. The Chad M. Flynt Scholarship will benefit students majoring in sport management who carry a 3.2 grade point average and display leadership and engage in […]
Area groups send aid to tornado victims
From Asheville-Citizen Times: Asheville-area disaster relief agencies including the local American Red Cross chapter, Hearts With Hands and Samaritan’s Purse are among organizations from across the country mobilizing to help victims of the Moore, Okla. tornado.
Asheville Tea Party to protest at IRS Office
Here’s the press release from The Asheville Tea Party: On Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at 12 noon, The Asheville Tea Party, Incorporated will be gathering to protest the IRS abuse of power and to reaffirm Asheville Tea Party’s support for the Fair Tax that will eliminate the out of control IRS. The protest will take […]
Pesticide Collection Day to be held in Haywood County
From The Mountaineer: North Carolina Cooperative Extension and North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services will co-sponsor a Pesticide Collection Day for the public on Wednesday, May 22, at the Haywood County Cooperative Extension Center on Raccoon Road.
Free Trolley Service Offered from Downtown to RiverMusic Series
Free trolley service through Gray Line Trolley (the red trolley) will be available from downtown Asheville to the RiverMusic series in the River Arts District this summer. “RiverMusic is going to be the best ever this year. We have always said that the river and downtown are wonderful partners, and provide so many exciting options […]
McDowell Hospital offers free physicals for junior high, high school athletes this week
Press release From McDowell Hospital MARION, N.C. (May 16, 2013) – McDowell Hospital is offering free physicals for junior high school and high school athletes on Thursday, May 23, at the McDowell High School gym. Students who plan to try out for any school-sponsored athletic team are required to have a physical before participation in […]
Entrepreneurship camp for high school students accepting applications
A-B Tech’s Small Business Center is accepting applications for its weeklong summer day camp for high school students interested in business ownership. The Young Entrepreneurial Scholars (YES!) Camp is a North Carolina Rural Entrepreneurship through Action Learning (NC REAL) Youth Entrepreneurship camp that will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 24-28 at the […]
Local Habitat ReStore will celebrate 10 year anniversary this weekend
Press release from Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity: The Habitat ReStore will celebrate ten years in it’s Meadow Road location on Saturday, May 25 with a storewide sale from 9am – 6pm. All ReStore merchandise – including furniture, housewares, appliances, building materials, antiques and more – will be 25% percent off! 98.1 The River will […]
Park Ridge Health announces events for May 20-26
Press release From Park Ridge Health: Event Summary for 5/20/13 – 5/26/13 Please call 855-PRH-LIFE to register for any Park Ridge Health events. The Baby Place Events Breastfeeding Clinic for Spanish Speakers Thursday, May 23 6 – 8 p.m. At the office of Kelly Thompson 2605 Chimney Rock Road, Hendersonville We invite all Spanish-speaking mothers […]
Hearings in Franklin, Marion on Duke Energy rate hike
From the Canary Coalition: The North Carolina Utilities Commission will be holding a series of six public hearings on Duke Energy’s latest request for a rate increase. The first hearing will be held in Franklin on Tuesday, May 21, 7 PM at the Macon County courthouse, 5 W. Main Street, Courtroom A. A large public […]