Press release from U.S. Cellular Center: Joe Biden has always believed that when given a chance, ordinary people can do extraordinary things. As a scrappy kid from Scranton who rose to the Office of Vice President, he is no exception. During his 45 years of public service, one of Biden’s greatest strengths has been his ability […]
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City to hold grand opening of Arts & Culture Center at 14 Riverside Drive on July 21
Press release from the city of Asheville: An historic building renovated to enhance the character of Asheville’s River Arts District (RAD) will open to the public this month. Everyone is invited to come see the 14 Riverside Drive Arts & Culture Center during its grand opening, 3 to 6 p.m. July 21. This formerly bricked […]
Season’s at Highland Lake hosts Garden Harvest Wine Dinner, July 27
PRESS RELEASE from Season’s at Highland Lake: Please join us on July 27th at 6:30pm for our Garden Harvest Wine Dinner. Our team of Chefs will showcase delights from our garden. Tom Leiner with Grapevine Distributors will discuss the wine pairings. Dinner will begin with a delicious Pork and Grit Cake, featuring Hickory Nut Gap […]
Vijay Kapoor files for Asheville City Council
Press release from Vijay Kapoor: Neighborhood advocate Vijay Kapoor filed to run for Asheville City Council today. “City Council needs to be laser-focused on the needs of our residents and neighborhoods,” Kapoor said. “I’m running to ensure that all of Asheville’s residents go to sleep each night feeling safe, fed, healthy and valued.” Kapoor successfully […]
Habitat offers repair service for low-income homeowners
Press release from Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity: Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity (AAHH) has completed nearly 200 Home Repair projects since 2010. The program enables low-income homeowners to age in place by offering low-cost home improvements that improve accessibility, safety, and comfort and/or remediate issues that negatively affect health and well-being (water damage, inadequate […]
N.C. residents decry Duke Energy’s lack of progress on coal ash issues, despite 2016 legislation
From Clean Water For North Carolina: On Anniversary of Coal Ash Legislation, Impacted Communities Still Have No Solutions Communities across North Carolina have not seen improvements after legislation passed in 2016 required Duke Energy to provide permanent replacement water sources to residents near coal ash pits, and also made provisions for the company to be […]
UNC Health Care honored as “Most Wired Advanced” by American Hospital Association
Press release: The Board of Directors and administrative team for Pardee UNC Health Care received notification this week that the UNC Health Care system is one of only 27 systems in the United States to be recognized as a “Most Wired Advanced” health care system by the American Hospital Association (AHA) for its use of […]
Pardee UNC Health Care diabetes support group announces August classes
Press release: Pardee UNC Health Care’s Diabetes support group will meet on Wednesday, Aug. 2, and Wednesday, Aug. 16, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Pardee Rehabilitation & Wellness, located at 212 Thompson Street in Hendersonville (in the Epic Theatre complex). The group meets the first and third Wednesday of every month at […]
Ben Teague tapped for Board of N.C. Economic Development Association
Press release: ASHEVILLE’S TOP BUSINESS RECRUITER TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF NC ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION Raleigh, N.C. – July 14, 2017. Ben Teague, executive director of the Economic Development Coalition of Asheville-Buncombe County, has been elected to the board of directors of the North Carolina Economic Development Association (NCEDA), the state’s leading membership organization […]
The Colby Deitz Band returns to Concerts on the Creek on Friday, July 21
Press release: The Colby Deitz Band returns to Concerts on the Creek on Friday, July 21 The Colby Deitz Band has one of the most high energy sets around. If you’re looking for The Avett Brothers meets Chris Stapleton, with a touch of Rolling Stones, then this is your band. Visit their website at colbydeitzband.com […]
Airport kicks off Paws for Passengers program
Press release: Airport kicks off new Paws for Passengers program with four-legged airport ambassadors who provide companionship, comfort, wags and kisses Starting July 14, 2017, there will be new ambassadors at Asheville Regional Airport. These volunteers will have four legs, wagging tails and lots of affection to share with passengers and visitors. They may even […]
N.C. Works Career Center job listings for Buncombe and Henderson counties
Press release: For a list of current job openings from N.C. Works Career Center click here or see below:
Transylvania County awarded FEMA food and shelter funds
Press release: Transylvania County Awarded FEMA Food and Shelter Funds Steve Pulliam, Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Transylvania County, announced that Transylvania County has been chosen to receive a $4,893.00 grant to supplement emergency food and shelter programs in the county. The selection was made by a National Board that is chaired by […]
Blue Ridge Health to host 5th annual Opening Doors to Health
Press release: Blue Ridge Health to Host 5th Annual Opening Doors to Health Event HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (July 14, 2017) – Blue Ridge Health (BRH) will host its 5th annual Opening Doors to Health event at Kenmure Country Club on Saturday, August 5th, from 6:00 – 9:00pm. Tickets are $100 and all proceeds help fund the […]
Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation to host second annual Denim Ball on August 4
Press release: Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation to host second annual Denim Ball on August 4 Fundraiser to benefit Moses H. Cone Memorial Park on the Blue Ridge Parkway (BLOWING ROCK, N.C.) – The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation is delighted to host the second annual Denim Ball at 6 p.m., Friday, August 4, at Chetola Resort […]
Rural Heritage Museum opens “Civil War in The Southern Highlands” exhibit August 19
Editor’s note: The Rural Heritage Museum’s upcoming exhibit, “The Civil War in The Southern Highlands: A Human Perspective,” was curated by Mountain Xpress staff writer Max Hunt (a.k.a.: me). Xpress is not affiliated with the exhibit’s development or concept. From the Rural Heritage Museum at Mars Hill University: The Rural Heritage Museum At Mars Hill […]
DEQ to convene science panel to address chromium groundwater performance standard on coal ash
Press release: DEQ to convene science panel to address chromium groundwater performance standard on coal ash RALEIGH – DEQ Secretary Michael Regan is directing a state panel to provide science-based guidance that can be used to address the recently announced performance standard for chromium in groundwater. Regan is expanding the scope of the Secretary’s Science […]
Dee Williams campaign announces rally prior to filing on July 18
Press release from the Western North Carolina Green Party: On Tuesday, July 18, 2017, at 11 am, Dee Williams files as a candidate for the 2017 Asheville City Council race. Dee Williams is the first candidate ever endorsed by the Western North Carolina Green Party. Her platform includes creating a Community Land Trust for permanently […]
Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair, Aug. 4-5
Press release from Yancey County Tourism: On the first weekend of August, Burnsville’s historic Town Square and quaint Main Street reflect Americana at its finest during the Mt. Mitchell Crafts Fair. On Friday, Aug. 4, and Saturday, Aug. 5, crafters line the street with handmade quilts, blown glass, wooden carvings, paintings, pottery and furniture. Attendees […]
United Way seeks volunteers for Day of Action
Press release from United Way of Henderson County: HENDERSONVILLE, NC, July 13, 2017 – United Way of Henderson County is seeking hundreds of volunteers throughout the community for the second annual Day of Action sponsored by Pardee/UNC Health Care to mobilize the caring power of volunteers to make a meaningful impact in the community. Here in […]
Haywood Community College hosts hunter safety courses
Press release from Haywood Community College: Haywood Community College’s Department of Arts, Sciences, and Natural Resources and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission will offer a hunter safety course August 14-15, 6:00-9:30 p.m. on the HCC campus in building 3300, room 3322. Participants must attend two consecutive evenings to receive their certification. More than a […]