Press release from the Poor People’s Campaign: ASHEVILLE — The Poor People’s Campaign: A National Call for Moral Revival, sponsors its first Town Hall in Asheville 7-9 p.m. Feb. 8, at Hill Street Baptist Church. The campaign originated in December 1967, created by Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., who was assassinated before he was […]
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Carolina Concert Choir holding auditions throughout January
Press release from Carolina Concert Choir: Carolina Concert Choir is pleased to announce auditions for the Choir’s 39th season will be held throughout the month of January. Positions are open for quality voices, especially tenors and basses, though all voice types are encouraged to try out. “We look forward to welcoming new talent for our 2018 […]
Be Active Day set for Jan. 27 in Hendersonville
Press release from Henderson County Department of Public Health: Be Active Day will be held Saturday, Jan. 27, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., at center court at the Blue Ridge Mall. Sponsored by the Henderson County Department of Public Health, the free event features information, activities and demonstrations to inspire all ages-toddlers, kids, adults and seniors to move […]
Craft Centric Taproom & Bottleshop named one of top five in the U.S.
PRESS RELEASE from Craft Centric Taproom & Bottleshop: South Asheville, NC – Craft Centric Taproom & Bottleshop ia a New Addition to the craft beer scene in South Asheville. On Jan. 12, 2018, Hop Culture magazine voted Craft Centric one of the Best New Bottle Shops in the United States for 2017. “We’re honored to be named to this […]
Blue Ridge Community College to hold Discover Diversity Week
Press release from Blue Ridge Community College: Blue Ridge Community College will hold its annual Discover Diversity Week, March 12-15, at both the Henderson and Transylvania County campus locations. BRCC’s Discover Diversity Week is a series of events to promote awareness of diversity and a greater understanding of global issues. Ms. Wheelchair USA Madeline Delp […]
Powers named chair of SEDC board
Press release from the Southern Economic Development Council: ASHEVILLE — The Southern Economic Development Council, the oldest and largest regional economic development association in North America, announced Samuel (Sam) H. Powers, CEcD, economic development director of the city of Asheville in Asheville as chairman on the SEDC board of directors as of Jan. 1. Powers […]
Terry Taylor presents South Asheville’s history through postcards
Press release from Terry Taylor:
North Carolina SBI seeks applicants for vacant Special Agent I positions
From the N.C. State Bureau of Investigation: SBI Has Job Openings for Special Agent I Positions RALEIGH — The State Bureau of Investigation is accepting job applications until Friday, Jan. 26, at 5 p.m. for approximately 12 special agent I positions to work in various locations statewide. “We are looking for men and women who are […]
Historian Darin Waters kicks off A-B Tech’s Community Voices lectures series Jan. 31
From Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College: Community Voices Lecture Series Beginning at A-B Tech A-B Tech is launching a Community Voices lectures series that will be kicked off with a Black History Month presentation by Dr. Darin J. Waters, Assistant Professor of History and Special Assistant to the Chancellor at UNC Asheville, at 3 p.m. on […]
Mission Health, MAHEC honor team members with Spirit of MLK Awards
From Mission Health: Winners honored at Spirit of MLK Awards On January 17, Mission Health and MAHEC recognized team members at the 2018 Spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Awards Ceremony who carry on Dr. King’s spirit, leadership and vision to influence unity, equality, equity and justice in both the workplace and their communities. […]
Riceville Volunteer Fire Department appoints John Coffey as interim chief
From the Riceville Volunteer Fire Department:
Air quality forecast for Asheville: Saturday, Jan. 20: Moderate (YELLOW)
Saturday, Jan. 20, is a code yellow air quality forecast day for the valleys and ridge tops of Asheville and Buncombe County. Unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor activities. The rating is based on particulate matter in the air. Click on the map below for an updated, detailed forecast. For more information contact: WNC Regional Air Quality […]
Asheville Art Museum presents award-winning WNC student artwork
Press release from the Asheville Art Museum: ASHEVILLE—The Asheville Art Museum is excited once again to present the Western North Carolina Regional Scholastic Art Awards exhibition with a selection of award-winning student artwork on view January 27 – March 4 at 175 Biltmore Avenue. The Asheville Art Museum and the Asheville Area Section of the […]
Artspace survey on affordable housing for Asheville artists launches Jan. 25
Press release from the Center for Craft: The Center for Craft and Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce are pleased to announce the launch of a comprehensive community outreach campaign and survey to quantify affordable housing and space options for Asheville’s artists, makers, performers and creatives. The Arts Market Survey, with a tagline of “Keep Asheville […]
8th annual Kudzu Root Camp to take place March 16-18
Press release from Kudzu Culture: 8th annual Kudzu Root Camp offers hands-on training in how to eat the vine that ate the South, as well as exploring other uses of the abundant kudzu plant, such as medicine and fiber for basketry and fabric Sylva, NC: Kudzu Camp is a 3-day event in the kudzu patch, […]
Larry Blunt announces bid for Buncombe County Commissioner, District 3
Press release from Larry Blunt: Building on a lifetime of service to the public, Larry Blunt announces his bid for Buncombe County Commissioner, District 3, as an Independent candidate. “As a U.S. Navy veteran, I served my country with honor,” says Blunt. “As a journalist, I served Buncombe County and all of western North Carolina with […]
Secretary Copeland announces new effort to recruit outdoor industry
Press release from North Carolina Department of Commerce: Raleigh, N.C. – North Carolina Commerce Secretary Anthony M. Copeland announced today that David Knight will join the North Carolina Department of Commerce as the state’s Outdoor Industry Recruitment Director. Knight will lead efforts to promote North Carolina’s outdoor recreation economy and recruit new outdoor industry businesses […]
UNC Asheville ranked nationally in Princeton Review publication
Press release from UNC Asheville: UNC Asheville has once again earned top marks in The Princeton Review’s “Colleges that Pay You Back: The 200 Schools That Give You the Best Bang for Your Tuition Buck.” The 2018 edition ranks UNC Asheville No. 2 nationally among the Top 25 Best Schools for Making an Impact. These […]
County to host town hall on opioid epidemic Jan. 30
Press release from Buncombe County: The entire Board of County Commissioners will be on-hand to host an upcoming Town Hall meeting to discuss the opioid epidemic facing our County. This Town Hall follows the positive community response to the initial Opioid Town Halls in District 2. With this central location, the Commissioners hope to increase […]
APD seeks help from public in locating missing person
Press release from the Asheville Police Department: ASHEVILLE — The Asheville Police Department is seeking help from the public to locate Samantha Arriaga. She was last seen on Jan. 5 in Deaverview Apartments. Samantha is 27 years old, 5’1″ tall and has black hair and green eyes. She has multiple tattoos, including a vine from her […]
Darby Communications awards local nonprofits with pro bono PR assistance
From Darby Communications: Darby Communications Announces 2018 Stand Up Initiative Partners Initiative Provides Pro Bono PR Services to Select Environmental Nonprofits Asheville, NC – January 18, 2018 – Darby Communications, a boutique public relations firm specializing in the outdoor, fitness and wellness industries, is proud to announce selections for its 2018 Stand Up Initiative. With […]