News release from Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont: Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont (GSCP2P) is partnering together with Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute (PARI) to celebrate the total solar eclipse happening in April 2024. The event titled “Total Eclipse of Brevard” invites all girls in grades K-12 to spend the weekend at Camp Pisgah, […]
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APD investigates shooting incident in South Asheville, seeks public assistance
Press release from Asheville Police Department Asheville Police Department detectives are investigating a Tuesday night shooting in south Asheville that left a man with non-life-threatening injuries. APD patrol officers responded to a residence near the 35 block of Forest Street around 9:44 p.m. on February 6 to investigate a reported gunshot wound. When officers arrived on […]
WellCare of North Carolina to host event for Medicaid beneficiaries on Feb. 10
Press release from WellCare of North Carolina WellCare of North Carolina (WellCare) will host a Block Party Event in Asheville, North Carolina, to provide comprehensive support and resources to Medicaid beneficiaries, focusing on enhancing their health, well-being and empowerment. This event will bring together beneficiaries, healthcare providers and community organizations to offer education on Medicaid Expansion, […]
Senior Games and SilverArts back to break records, build friendships, and define Asheville’s active aging experience
Press release from Asheville Parks & Recreation People around the globe have almost double the life expectancy they had in 1900. Beyond just living longer, living healthy, active, and creative lives while aging strengthens individuals and the Asheville community as a whole. Asheville-Buncombe Senior Games and SilverArts use the tools of sports and arts to […]
Commissioners approve closing out COVID-19 grant funds and provide funding for land conservation easements and 911 operations projects
Press release from Buncombe County Following a public hearing, the Board of Commissioners approved closing CDBG Coronavirus funds for the grant that provided more than $495,780 in funds to the County. Buncombe County was awarded $900,000 through the CDBG Coronavirus Program in December 2020. With these funds, the County was able to provide mortgage and/or […]
NCDOT requests feedback on two proposed Buncombe greenway and trail projects
Press release from N.C. Department of Transportation: The N.C. Department of Transportation is seeking public input on plans to build and extend several proposed trail and greenway projects throughout the state. The Great Trails State Implementation Report was prepared in coordination with the Integrated Mobility Division (IMD), stakeholders, and partners across North Carolina to identify priority […]
County community survey coming to selected mailboxes soon
Press release from Buncombe County: Beginning this week, a random sampling of Buncombe County community members will get the chance to provide feedback to the community, and it’s coming straight from your friendly postal worker. In just 15 minutes, survey recipients can share what’s on their minds, and that feedback will go directly into shaping […]
Final open house for Gen H Comprehensive Plan set for Feb. 13
Press release from City of Hendersonville: We are having a conversation across Hendersonville about change, where we are, and where we want to be twenty years from now … and beyond. The City of Hendersonville invites the community to participate in a final Gen H Open House to provide input in the development of a […]
Congressman Edwards to host Military Service Academy Day, March 2
Press release from U.S. Congressman Chuck Edwards: U.S. Congressman Chuck Edwards (NC-11) today announced that he will be hosting a Military Service Academy Day for North Carolina’s 11th district on Saturday, March 2 at the Henderson County Historic Courthouse, 1 Historic Courthouse Sq., Suite 1, Hendersonville, NC from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Parents, students and educators in Western […]
Manheimer, NC mayors urge Biden administration to finalize strongest emissions standards for HDVs
Press release from Electrification Coalition: On Feb. 6, 75 mayors – including the mayors of Asheville, Chapel Hill, Charlotte, Durham and Greensboro in North Carolina – sent a letter urging the Biden administration to finalize the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) strongest proposed rule for the GHG Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles – Phase 3 rule (HDV […]
Artists invited to share candid feedback about affordability and space challenges
Press release from ArtsAVL: ArtsAVL invites artists and arts organizations in the Asheville Metro area (Buncombe, Haywood, Henderson, and Madison Counties) to share their candid feedback about local creative spaces and space-related issues impacting creative growth and development. Vital findings from the survey, along with additional data on cost of living and space accessibility, will […]
Notice of Board of Education regular meeting
Press release for Buncombe County Board of Education: The Buncombe County Board of Education will meet in regular session on February 8, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. in the Minitorium at 175 Bingham Road, Asheville. Board updates and closed session will begin at 4:00 p.m. in the Executive Conference Room for the purpose of discussing confidential […]
North Carolina drought-free for the first time since Aug. 8
Press release from N.C. Department of Environmental Quality: North Carolina is now drought-free, according to the latest update from the Drought Management Advisory Council, or DMAC. For the first time since Aug. 8, 2023, there are no counties in the state listed in drought status, according to the DMAC. However, all or parts of five western […]
Code Purple for Wednesday, 2/7/24
Press release from the Asheville-Buncombe Homeless Coalition: Code Purple is a coordinated effort among Asheville and Buncombe County shelters and other organizations to provide emergency overflow shelter to people experiencing homelessness during extremely cold weather (at or below 32 degrees, including wind chill, or 33-40 degrees with precipitation). During Code Purple, participating shelters will provide […]
Code Purple for Tuesday, 2/6/24
Press release from the Asheville-Buncombe Homeless Coalition: Code Purple is a coordinated effort among Asheville and Buncombe County shelters and other organizations to provide emergency overflow shelter to people experiencing homelessness during extremely cold weather (at or below 32 degrees, including wind chill, or 33-40 degrees with precipitation). During Code Purple, participating shelters will provide […]
Code Purple for Monday, 2/5/24
Press release from the Asheville-Buncombe Homeless Coalition: Code Purple is a coordinated effort among Asheville and Buncombe County shelters and other organizations to provide emergency overflow shelter to people experiencing homelessness during extremely cold weather (at or below 32 degrees, including wind chill, or 33-40 degrees with precipitation). During Code Purple, participating shelters will provide […]
Salute to Western North Carolina heroes 2024 seeking nominations
Press release from the American Red Cross: Do you know someone who has made a difference? If so, please join us in honoring our community heroes by nominating someone who has done something extraordinary in your county. Throughout our community, ordinary people perform extraordinary acts every day. The Western North Carolina Chapter of the American […]
TRAVEL ALERT: Evening lane closures on Terminal Drive beginning tonight
Press release from the Asheville Regional Airport: Travelers are being advised that three lanes of Terminal Drive will be closed during overnight hours from approximately 8pm until 4:30am two nights this week. The closures are planned to occur tonight, February 5 and tomorrow, February 6, and are necessary so demolition of the northern curbside canopy […]
Veterans services are always free; be aware of scams
Press release from Buncombe County: After serving and providing vital support for their country, many Veterans find the transition back to civilian life challenging, including experiencing financial hardships, struggles with mental health, and a lack of community connection. To help address these issues, Veterans are entitled to services and resources that aim to support them […]
Teacher, longtime broadcaster named BCS chief communications officer
Press release from Buncombe County Schools: ASHEVILLE – A Buncombe County teacher, experienced in sharing news with the community, will now help keep you connected to what’s happening in classrooms throughout the district. Buncombe County Schools Superintendent Dr. Rob Jackson is proud to announce the appointment of Ken Ulmer as Chief Communications Officer. Ulmer has […]
Funding opportunities for Buncombe County’s Juvenile Crime Prevention Council’s programs available
Press release from Buncombe County: The Buncombe County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) is now accepting proposals for fiscal year 2024-25 with $73,357 in state funding for local nonprofits and public agencies working to serve youth involved in the juvenile justice system. The JCPC addresses the gaps in youth services by promoting intervention, treatment, and […]