Press release: Mountain Area Health Education Center will host the Integrative Healthcare Across the Lifespan regional event Saturday, April 29th from 8:30 am-5:10 pm at the MAHEC Biltmore Campus. This continuing education program is open to the public for anyone interested in learning more about evidence-based holistic approaches to compliment Western medicine, and will […]
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GSMNP hosts National Junior Ranger Day April 22
Press release: Park to Celebrate National Junior Ranger Day Great Smoky Mountains National Park will celebrate Junior Ranger Day on Saturday, April 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with special activities at the Sugarlands Visitor Center, Cades Cove Visitor Center, and Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Kids of all ages are invited to come learn how […]
Pastors for Peace host Cuba talk April 26
Press release: The Pastors for Peace Friendshipment Caravan to Cuba will be in Asheville on April 26, 2017 to discuss life in Cuba today and the current state of US-Cuba relations. Asheville, NC. — A group of local activists are sponsoring the 2017 Pastors for Peace Frienshipment Caravan to Cuba on Wednesday, April 26. Gail […]
Asheville Police request assistance identifying suspect in armed robbery
From the the Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (April 7, 2017): At approximately 6:00 p.m. a white male entered the First Citizens Bank at 975 Smokey Park Highway demanding money from the teller. During this encounter the man lifted his shirt and displayed the grip of a handgun under the waistband of his pants. The […]
Franklin School of Innovation design students create and submit mural for Asheville Outlets
Press release from Asheville Outlets: As a special class project, Franklin School of Innovation art students submitted mural designs for the Asheville Outlets Food Court. The winning design is now being painted and is slated to be complete in April. “The project has been an exciting journey for our art students,” said Katherine Robbins, Art […]
UNC Asheville holds two evenings of Spring Dance Sharing, April 27-28
Press release: UNC Asheville’s Dance Program will present two performances – the Spring Dance Sharing, both beginning at 7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, April 27 and 28, in Belk Theatre on campus. These performances are free and everyone is welcome to attend. UNC Asheville students and faculty will present work in these two Spring […]
East Henderson High to host Special Olympics Spring Games on April 14
Press release from Henderson County Public Schools: HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (April 7, 2017) – East Henderson High’s track and football field will transform into an Olympic Arena on Friday, April 14, for Special Olympics Henderson County’s annual Spring Games. More than 300 athletes of all ages from local adult and homeschool groups, RHA Health Services, Storybook […]
Whole hog butchery class at Hickory Nut Gap Farm
Press release from Hickory Nut Gap Farm: On Thursday, April 20thth from 6pm-8pm, Butcher Elliott Orwick of Hickory Nut Gap Farm will be teaching a demonstration class on Whole Hog Butchery. With origins in the restaurant world, Butcher Elliott Orwick began his adventures in butchery in 2010. After completing his butchery studies at SUNY, he […]
Michael Franti & Spearhead play benefit for MountainTrue at Salvage Station, Aug. 3
Press release: Michael Franti & Spearhead at Salvage Station Thursday, August 3rd *21+ Only $31 ADV / $36 DOS $100 VIP *Limited Supply MICHAEL FRANTI & SPEARHEAD Michael Franti is a musician, filmmaker and humanitarian who is recognized as a pioneering force in the music industry. Long known for his globally conscious lyrics, powerful performances, […]
Park Ridge Health presents “Experience the Wild Wild West” Gala May 11
Press release The Park Ridge Health Foundation invites the community to “Experience the Wild, Wild West” at its 2017 Annual Gala with a BBQ, Boots and Bling theme. This year’s Park Ridge Health Foundation Gala will take place on Thursday, May 11, at 5:30 p.m. at Jeter Mountain Farm. This year’s western setting will […]
Park Ridge Health lifts flu restrictions
Press release: Park Ridge Health has lifted its visitor restrictions tied to influenza. In December, Park Ridge Health implemented restrictions due to a sharp increase in influenza-like illness across the state as reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. Park Ridge Health physicians and providers have seen a significant decrease […]
Ron Rash receives a Guggenheim Fellowship for 2017
Press release: Poet and novelist Ron Rash, who holds the John and Dorothy Parris Distinguished Professorship in Appalachian Cultural Studies at Western Carolina University, is recipient of a prestigious Guggenheim Fellowship for 2017. Announcement of Rash’s inclusion in the diverse group of 173 scholars, artists and scientists from the U.S. and Canada selected for the […]
The Toe River Studio Tour is scheduled for June 2-4
Press release: The deadline has past and the tour is cranking up to be another great adventure for visitors. We have 53 studio sites with 83 artists, including eight who have never participated or participated over three years ago. In their own words, they introduce themselves. First on the list is Garold Amsberry (#74) of […]
Asheville and community partners to celebrate Earth Week April 21-23
Press release from the city of Asheville: The City of Asheville is joining with community partners for a weekend full of Earth Day events and family-friendly activities. The City of Asheville, Brother Wolf Animal Rescue, Equinox, GreenWorks, New Belgium Brewing, Organic Grower’s School, Mountain True and RiverLink are hosting Asheville Earth Week on April 21, […]
French Broad River Festival returns to Hot Springs on May 5
Press release from French Broad River Festival: Kick off the spring outdoor season in the Appalachians at what will be an epic 20th annual French Broad River Festival. It’s part outdoor adventure, part music festival with whitewater and mountain bike races, group rides, hiking, kid’s village, camping, greatmusic and much more. Painter John, a popular […]
20th Annual French Broad River Festival, May 5-7
Press release: This annual grassroots festival has grown steadily from a one night benefit party on the banks of the French Broad to an all weekend festival featuring some of the best music in the area and a number of outdoor events in celebration of this beautiful river and setting. Date: May 5-7, 2016 Location: […]
Toe River Arts Council announces studio tour held June 2-4
Press release from Toe River Arts Council: The deadline has past and the tour is cranking up to be another great adventure for visitors. We have 53 studio sites with 83 artists, including eight who have never participated or participated over three years ago. In their own words, they introduce themselves. First on the list […]
Funeral procession to honor fire and police chaplain Wayne Roper today, April 7
Press release from Asheville Fire Department: Asheville Fire and Police Chaplain Wayne Roper passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2017, at Mission Hospital. Chaplain Roper served several years for Asheville Fire and Police Departments assisting with ceremonies and providing emotional support. On Friday, April 7th, there will be a procession from Groce Funeral Home at […]
Park Ridge Health announces new behavioral health administrative director
Press release from Park Ridge Health: Hendersonville, NC (April 7, 2017) – Park Ridge Health welcomes Fred Nirdé, LCSE, CPA, as Administrative Director of Behavioral Health. Nirdé has an extensive career history of innovative leadership in both public and private behavioral health care systems. As Administrative Director of Behavioral Health, Nirdé is overseeing the broad […]
Friends of Connect Buncombe announce upcoming greenway-related events
Announcement of upcoming events from Friends of Connect Buncombe: April 8: GREENWAY CHALLENGE The Black Mountain Greenway Commission and Pisgah Brewing invite you to the 10th Annual Greenway Challenge 5K/10K Race. April 21-23: ASHEVILLE EARTH WEEK French Broad River Greenway Ribbon Cutting and Sustainability Tour, Riverbank’s KidFest, Film Screening, Workshops and More! May 9: GREENWAYS INFORMATIONAL […]
UNC Ashevile hosts 33rd annual Economic Crystal Ball Seminar
Press release: UNC Asheville Hosts 33rd Annual Economic Crystal Ball Seminar on April 27 UNC Asheville’s 33rd annual Economic Crystal Ball Seminar will be held on Thursday, April 27, at UNC Asheville’s Lipinsky Auditorium. Noted economists David W. Berson and James F. Smith will make forecasts on the business and financial outlook for the coming […]