Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (June 20, 2017): The Asheville Police Department is requesting public assistance to identify two suspects involved in an armed robbery that occurred on Saturday, June 18 at 6:30 a.m. at the Citi Stop (1361 Patton Avenue). A male subject wearing a dark hoodie with a white eagle […]
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APD responds to fatal crash on Biltmore Avenue
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (June 20, 2017): Last night at approximately 10:00 p.m. the Asheville Police Department responded to a traffic crash at Biltmore Avenue and Doctors Drive. A 1994 Chrysler was attempting to make a left hand turn to travel north on Biltmore Avenue and failed to stop at the […]
Free vein seminar and educational program, June 29
Press Release from Haywood Regional Medical Center: Haywood Regional Medical Center is hosting a free tired leg/ varicose vein educational program on Thursday, June 29, 2017 at 5 p.m. at the Vein Center at Haywood Regional Medical Center on the 2nd floor (enter behind the hospital) led by Dr. Al Mina, MD, FACS and Dr. […]
David LaMotte performs at White Horse Black Mountain on July 1
Press release: Black Mountain singer-songwriter David LaMotte is often spotted wearing his trademark bush hat, but in reality he wears many hats: singer-songwriter, speaker, author, workshop leader, humanitarian activist and more. He’s been a force on the local scene and beyond for over two decades, not only for his acclaimed songs but as a voice […]
Diana Wortham Theatre announces possible funding cut, asks for public support
Press release: Urgent Call To Action: County Funding for Diana Wortham Theatre to Be Cut in Half Your voice is needed to be heard by the Buncombe County Commissioners. Your support of Diana Wortham Theatre is what keeps us going. We are writing to ask your help in persuading the Buncombe County Commission to maintain […]
Pardee Hospital Association announces physician and philanthropist of the year
Press Release from Pardee UNC Health Care: Hendersonville, N.C. – Pardee Hospital Foundation announced the 2017 Physician of the Year and Philanthropist of the Year at its annual gala, A Black Tie Affair, on Saturday, June 17 at the Technology Building at Blue Ridge Community College. Peter Goodfield, M.D., a board-certified cardiologist at Pardee UNC […]
Healthcare Action Team to host symposium, June 27
Press Release from Indivisible Asheville/WNC: ASHEVILLE — The Healthcare Action Team of Indivisible Asheville/WNC is sponsoring an educational symposium on June 27 at A-B Tech’s Ferguson Auditorium to provide information leading to needed improvement in our nation’s failing healthcare system. Dr. Carol Paris, president of the national organization Physicians for a National Healthcare Program (PNHP), […]
CEO Tim Sinatra resigns from Eliada
Press release from Eliada Homes: It is with the deepest of regrets that Eliada Homes announces today that, because of extenuating family circumstances, CEO Tim Sinatra is resigning and moving back to Oregon, effective June 28th. Tim’s original intentions were to make a long-term commitment to Eliada and the Asheville community, but extended family situations […]
Visionary art exhibit and benefit for The BLOCK off Biltmore, June 23
Press release: Celebrating Visionary Art, Activism and Spirits: An Event to Keep THE BLOCK off biltmore’s Doors Open What: Visionary Art Exhibit/Reception/Sale/Door Prize. Art donated by Tobey Pierce. Music by Albi and The Lifters. Food donated by Corner Kitchen Catering. Cash bar. Children welcome. Free. Where: THE BLOCK off biltmore, 39 S. Market St. Asheville, […]
Giant basket and nest-building workshop, July 7 and 8
Press release: Come to Homestead Retreat July 7th-8th to Build a Giant Nest Made for People Nest Building with Nancy Basket: Wouldn’t it be great to change places with a bird? To fly freely, to perch on the highest branch – even to share the joys of building a nest! Join us for a fun […]
Findings of Arts & Economic Prosperity study are revealed
Press release from Asheville Area Arts Council: On Saturday, June 17 the Americans for the Arts released the Arts & Economic Prosperity V (AEP5) study finding the non-profit arts and culture sector is a $68 million industry in Buncombe County! This spending supports 2,233 full-time equivalent jobs and generates over $7.3 million in local and […]
Dollar General to host management hiring events
Press release from Dollar General: WHAT: Dollar General plans to host hiring events throughout North Carolina in the next week, specifically aimed at recruiting potential store management candidates. Attendees are encouraged to review and apply for positions online before attending the event at www.dollargeneral.com/careers. At each event, candidates will have the opportunity to meet with local […]
UNC Asheville to hold neighborhood meeting on June 29 to provide update on construction projects
Press release from UNC Asheville: UNC Asheville will hold a neighborhood meeting at 7 p.m. on Thursday, June 29, in the Reuter Center, Manheimer Room on campus, to provide an update on current university construction projects. The projects include construction of new residence halls adjacent to Brown Hall; the renovation of Highsmith Student Union and […]
Hendersonville’s Bullington Gardens hosts “Fairy Day” June 27
Press release from Bullington Gardens: HENDERSONVILLE: The fairies are coming for a magical day at Bullington Gardens on Tuesday, June 27. Children ages 4 and older are invited to enjoy the fun and fantasy at Bullington Gardens’ Fairy Village. Reservations are available for two sessions: 9:30-11:30 a.m., and 1-3 p.m. Space is limited. The cost […]
Conference on resilient infrastructure coming to The Collider June 22
Press release from CASE Consultants International: CASE Consultants International and its partners are pleased to announce a conference entitled Game-Changing Resilient Infrastructure that is scheduled for Thursday June 22, 2017 at The Collider facility in downtown Asheville, located at 1 Haywood St., on the top floor of the Wells Fargo building. The program begins at 8:15 […]
Tryon Arts & Crafts School holds ghost story competition
Press release: The Apparitionist-National Ghost Story Competition Write the Scariest Ghost Story You Can Think Of! Deadline: September 1, 2017 To embrace and honor the heritage of storytelling in Western North Carolina, Tryon Arts & Crafts School (TACS) is initiating this exciting National Ghost Story Competition. Winning stories will be read to an audience on […]
The Market Place Restaurant named to inaugural Good Food 100 Restaurants list
PRESS RELEASE from The Market Place Restaurant: Asheville, NC June 17, 2017—The Market Place Restaurant has been recognized for its role in promoting good food and sustainable food systems with Six Links on the first annual Good Food 100 Restaurants List from the Good Food Media Network. The list is based on self-reported annual food […]
Connect Buncombe provides updates on greenway projects, announces upcoming events
From Connect Buncombe: JUNE E-NEWS GROWING GREENWAYS On May 19 Connect Buncombe, in collaboration with NC State University’s Recreation Resource Service, held a public symposium at the North Carolina Arboretum focusing on generating and sustaining public and political support for greenway projects throughout Western North Carolina. Past President Ann Babcock recounts the event in our […]
Caldwell Arts Council hosts “Modern Traditions” exhibit Aug. 4 – Sept. 30
From the Caldwell Arts Council: “MODERN TRADITIONS” ART EXHIBIT AT THE CALDWELL ARTS COUNCIL The Caldwell Arts Council is pleased to announce the art exhibit “Modern Traditions” featuring furniture creations by Christina Boy and Richard Prisco; wall artwork by Julia Lawing, Jim Arendt, and Nick DeFord; and photography by Ann Ehringhaus. The exhibit will be […]
RiverLink hosts flood expert James Fox for discussion on French Borad River & floods June 22
From RiverLink: Hell or High Water: Flooding Past, Present and Preparedness Salon Join us as James Fox of NEMAC discusses historical floods of the French Broad River and what climate change may mean for future flooding. We will also discuss what our regional government is doing to prepare for the next big flood and simple […]
Cradle of Forestry invites public to celebrate Bug Day, Pollinator Week June 24
From the Cradle of Forestry in America: Cradle of Forestry Celebrates Bug Day and National Pollinator Week PISGAH FOREST, N.C., June 16, 2017 – The Cradle of Forestry in America invites all ages to come learn about insects and their relatives on Saturday, June 24 in honor of National Pollinator Week. From 10 a.m. – […]