From the press release: ASHEVILLE, N.C. (March 26, 2012) Asheville School alumnus David Pless (class of 2009) continues his record-breaking Track and Field career as a junior at Bates University. He won his second straight national shot-put title, breaking the NCAA Division III Indoor Track & Field record in three of his six attempts on […]
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Wordfest 2012 schedule announced May 4th-6th
The schedule is set for Asheville’s Wordfest Schedule 2012 Friday May 4 HOME Part 1: HERE Jeff Davis Katherine Soniat Barbie Angell TBA 7 p.m. Altamont Theater Cost: $10.00 HOME Part 2: THERE An Evening of Translation Erik Bendix Caleb Beissert more TBA 9 p.m. Altamont Theater Cost: $10.00 Saturday May 5 Morning of Spirit […]
UNC Asheville and Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce will host “Thank You Asheville” Rally March 27
UNC Asheville and the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce will host a “Way to Go, Asheville” Rally on Tuesday, March 27, to thank the fans, volunteers and sponsors of the recent Southern Conference and Big South basketball tournaments. The hour-long event, which is free and open to the public, begins at 4:30 p.m. in the […]
ECO orientation for new volunteers to be held Thursday
Details here: The Environmental and Conservation Organization (ECO) will offer a short film and discussion for people interested in working with ECO as volunteers to carry out their mission of protecting Henderson County’s natural heritage. The orientation session will be held at Black Bear Coffee Shop in downtown Hendersonville on March 29 starting at 5:30 […]
Asheville Symphony announces winners in its Young Artist Competition
Details here: “The Asheville Symphony is pleased to announce the winners of the 2012 Young Artist Competition. The competition took place on Saturday, March 24, with 19 applicants ages 10 to 17 competing. Applicants were invited from a 23-county area of Western North Carolina. First place: Grace Kim, flute, Concertina, “Opus 107” by Chaminade. Second […]
April 3 Freedom Ball celebrates the four-year anniversary of Edward Chapman’s release
PRESS RELEASE WHAT: The Fourth Annual Freedom Ball — Join David LaMotte, River Guerguerian, Chris Rosser at 7 and Westsound at 9 to celebrate with NC death row exoneree Edward Chapman his fourth year of freedom after more than 15 years in prison for two murders he did not commit. WHEN: Tuesday, April 3, from […]
Why you should visit Asheville now, according to Forbes Travel Guide
Forbes Travel Guide says that Asheville has great history, beer, art and “movie magic.” The guide makes no mention of the food. Hey, that’s alright — we know what we’ve got. Read on for more: “A longtime artist’s haven and historic hub, Asheville is gaining new attention (and new visitors) with the premiere of The […]
Fine Arts League of the Carolina benefit postponed
The Fine Arts League of the Carolinas has postponed its Tues., March 27 fundraiser. “Tomorrow Night’s Fundraiser Postponed. Our Annual Fundraiser has been postponed. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Our new location, where the fundraiser was to be held, is not ready. We will keep you posted on the rescheduling of […]
Anti-Amendment One group launches weeklong fundraising effort
Full announcement from the Coalition to Protect All NC Families: Raleigh, N.C. – On Monday, March 26, Protect All NC Families, the coalition effort to defeat Amendment One on May 8, announced the launch of an aggressive week-long grassroots fundraising effort to reach the referendum campaign’s initial $1 million dollar fundraising milestone. Protect All NC […]
GA baseball field to be named for Asheville man
Riverside Military Academy’s award-winning baseball field will be dedicated Friday as Katterjohn Field. The RMA baseball field was chosen as the Georgia High School Association (GHSA) Region 8-A “Field of the Year” for the 2010-11 season. A very generous donation to benefit baseball at RMA was made by alumnus Karl R. Katterjohn, ’64, of Asheville. […]
Navitat Canopy Adventures’ season opens on March 31
Zip line canopy tour, Navitat, located 20 minutes from downtown Asheville, opens for the spring season on Saturday, March 31. “Thrill seekers won’t be disappointed as they navigate the canopy on a series of artfully-designed sky bridges, rappels, tree-based platforms and 10 exhilarating zip lines – including one that soars more than 200 feet above […]
Chimney Rock General Manager Mary Jaeger-Gale honored by Gov. Perdue
FROM CHIMNEY ROCK (full release) Mary Jaeger-Gale, General Manager of Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park, was one of five distinguished North Carolinians inducted into the Winner’s Circle at the 2012 N.C. Governor’s Conference on Travel and Tourism. Governor Bev Perdue presented the awards on Monday, March 12, in Concord, N.C. Jaeger-Gale was honored […]
FDA urges caution with chicken jerky dog treats
From the FDA website, The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is again cautioning consumers that chicken jerky products for dogs (also sold as chicken tenders, strips or treats) may be associated with illness in dogs. In the last 12 months, FDA has seen an increase in the number of complaints it received of dog illnesses […]
NC Court of Appeals upholds NC state smoking ban in private for-profit clubs
In a ruling released last week, Judge Linda Stephens wrote that the wording of the state ban creates distinct categories of social clubs, providing clear guidance on where indoor smoking is prohibited. The judge said private golf, yachting or racquet clubs can be easily distinguished from bars and restaurants. The appeal was brought on after […]
McDowell County protestors call healthcare reform act a violation of religious freedom
From the McDowell News: On the second anniversary of President Obama’s healthcare reform act, more than 100 people gathered Friday in front of the McDowell County Courthouse to protest the sweeping legislation and its effects, saying it is an attack on religious freedoms.
NC Court of Appeals rules against TD Bank — sends case back to Buncombe County
The NC Court of Appeals has ruled in favor of Salvatore Mirabella who maintains he does owe money to TD Bank. Mirabella borrowed money from Carolina First Bank and said there was not adequate proof of the merger. TD Bank won in Buncombe County court, but this appeal sends the case back down to the […]
Locals question firing decision made by Henderson County Sheriff’s Office
From the Times-News: Downtown merchant Eva Ritchey is holding a public meeting this week to discuss new Sheriff Charlie McDonald’s decision not to keep a longtime employee. Ritchey is holding the meeting Tuesday at 117 South Main St. because she believes Sgt. Ben McKay was wrongfully dismissed from the department when McDonald took office earlier […]
More riverfront property to be made public
According to the Asheville Citizen-Times, A key section of riverfront land should be open to the public by the end of the year, a city staffer says, and could eventually hold a River Arts District visitors center. The property is located west of Riverside Drive, immediately north of 12 Bones Smokehouse and the Riverside Drive/Lyman […]
Biltmore Estate to expand wine sales — possibly all the way to China
From the Citizen-Times: “Three years ago the Biltmore Estate embarked on an ambitious plan to have its wine on sale in all 50 United States. That was strictly a domestic ploy, an effort to boost market share from coast to coast, and it’s going great. But if the estate plays its chardonnays right, it might […]
Geological Society of America will meet in Asheville, hosted by WCU, March 31-April 2
FROM WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY (full release) Western Carolina University’s Department of Geosciences and Natural Resources will host more than 700 professional geologists and geology students during the 61st annual meeting of the Southeastern Section of the Geological Society of America, which will be held Saturday, March 31, through Monday, April 2, in Asheville at the […]
Blue Ridge Parkway announce vista-clearing project, the Mountaineer reports
From the Mountaineer (Waynesville-Canton) (excerpt) …When park roads were constructed, the forests had been extensively logged and often burned in pre-park days, leaving unobstructed views in every direction, but 75 years of forest recovery has resulted in many of the scenic overlooks becoming obscured by maturing trees. Over the next few months a park contractor […]