Several local environmental nonprofits sent a letter to North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper on Jan. 11 outlining concerns about the proposed shipment of liquid nuclear waste from Ontario, Canada to the U.S. Department of Energy Savannah River waste processing facility in Georgia. The signers are: Clean Water for N.C., Environmentalists, Inc., Dogwood Alliance, MountainTrue, NC WARN, Nuclear Information and Resource […]
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Hometown Reads website showcases Asheville-area authors
Press release: Asheville readers: your next favorite author could be your next door neighbor. Bibliophiles now have a new resource for finding local books and authors in the form of an ongoing initiative called Hometown Reads, launched earlier this year by book marketing company Weaving Influence. Weaving Influence has selected authors in Asheville with published […]
Warren Wilson professor is one of Indonesia’s 40 ‘Traveling World Class Professors’
Press release from Warren Wilson College: Siti Kusujiarti’s lessons in sociology, anthropology and gender education are often delivered through stories from life in her native Indonesia. A professor at Warren Wilson College since 2000, Kusujiarti’s work recently caught the eye of the Indonesian government. As an invited guest of the Ministry of Research, Technology and […]
Haywood County government gives thanks to responders for finding lost hikers
Press release Haywood County government: The recent rescue of two hikers in the Shining Rock Wilderness would not have been possible without the efforts of over 100 local, regional, state and federal responders. “There are two men alive today because of the efforts of people who have a heart of servitude,” said Sheriff Greg Christopher. “I […]
‘Party Rock Fire’ thank you celebration and fundraiser
Press release: Lake Lure & Chimney Rock Village Communities announce ‘Party Rock Fire’ Thank you Celebration & Fundraiser for Hickory Nut Gorge Fire Departments. Hosted by Rumbling Bald Resort on Saturday, January 21, 2017 Through a continuing sense of unity, several public and private organizations are coming together at Rumbling Bald Resort on Jan. 21st […]
Wildlife Commission to hold public hearing in Clyde on Jan. 17
Press release from NC Wildlife: The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission will conduct a public hearing in Clyde on Jan. 17 at 7 p.m. to take comments on proposed changes to 39 agency regulations related to wildlife management, fisheries and game lands for the 2017-18 seasons. The public hearing will be held at the Haywood Community College […]
2017 Prom Party Extravaganza
Press release from Safelight: Safelight and the Junior Welfare Club of Hendersonville announce an exciting, free event for Henderson County high school or homeschooled junior and senior ladies. The 2017 Prom Party Extravaganza will be Saturday, February 18 from 9am until noon at St. James Episcopal Church, 766 N. Main Street in Hendersonville. This event […]
Registration Open for Habitat for Humanity “Singles Build”
Press release from Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity: In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity invites young, single professionals (age 21+) to spend a day making connections while making a difference at its Singles Build. Held Saturday, February 11th from 8:15AM-3:30PM, up to thirty participants will build on the jobsite together, […]
ASAP announces 14th Business of Farming Conference and Winter Workshops
Press release from ASAP: ASAP (Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project) kicks off 2017 with their 14th Annual Business of Farming Conference and two workshops in partnership with NC Cooperative Extension and Mountain BizWorks. These initiatives are designed to offer farmers marketing, financial and production tools and resources to improve farm businesses. The first workshop of the […]
Brevard College presents: “8 Days a Week”
Press release from Brevard College: The Brevard College Fine Arts Department opens its first exhibition of the year, “8 Days a Week” on Friday, Jan. 20. The community is invited to an opening reception from 5 to 7 p.m. in Sims Art Center’s Spiers Gallery. This free exhibit of sculptural works will run through Feb. […]
Musician’s Wellness event
From Asheville Music Professionals: AMP is partnering with MusiCares to bring in the New Year with a Musician’s Wellness event. Dr. Brent Myers will be speaking about working through pain from repetitive motion and how to stay mobile on the road, while Dr. Alan Baumgarten will be hosting “Ask a Doctor”. There will also be […]
Pisgah Brewing celebrates year anniversary of the Travers Brothers Sunday Jam
Press release from Pisgah Brewing: Pisgah Brewing Company has long been known for its love of music, hosting artists small and large for nearly 10 years now. Music is ingrained in the Pisgah Brewing DNA, dating back to the days before the taproom was open and owners, staff and friends would jam to entertain the […]
“Live Longer with Earth Fare”
Press Release from Earth Fare: Asheville, NC – Americans are eating their way to an early grave, plain and simple. According to the National Center for Health Statistics1, shockingly, life expectancy for Americans in 2015 declined for the first time in more than two decades. In response to the crisis, Earth Fare, America’s original healthy […]
Seeking advocates for the Asheville City Board of Education
Press release from the City of Asheville: NOTE: Clarification from earlier announcement – all candidates for the Asheville City Board of Education must be City residents; however, they do not need to live in the Asheville City School District. The Asheville City Council is seeking interested individuals to fill three seats on the Board of […]
Registration open for Wings for Autism
Press release from Asheville Regional Airport: On Saturday, February 11, 2017 from 9-11am, the second annual Wings for Autism® event will be held at Asheville Regional Airport, and registration is now open for this free event. Sponsored by The Arc of Buncombe, Asheville Regional Airport, Allegiant Air and the Transportation Security Administration, Wings for Autism® is a […]
Seven Deadly Sins at Isis Restaurant & Music Hall
Press release from Isis Restaurant & Music Hall: Brighten up your winter with a little more… darkness. Seduction Sideshow is ready to take the stage once more with an all-new show, “Seven Deadly Sins!” premiering January 27th and 28th at Isis Restaurant and Music Hall. Together we’ll explore the darkness that draws us, the dilemmas […]
“Women United” collects gifts for local students in need
Press release from United Way of Hendersonville County: Fifty children at Upward Elementary School had happier holidays because of a new women’s group at United Way of Henderson County. “Women United” is a new initiative for women who want to connect their financial giving to volunteer opportunities in the community. Members of Women United enjoy […]
RiverLink’s 10th annual Art & Poetry Contest is now open
Press release from RiverLink: RiverLink is excited to announce the 10th annual Voices of the River Art and Poetry Contest, celebrating a decade of colorful, creative, and inspiring art and poetry submissions from pre-K to 12th-grade students. Each year the work of these students reflects thoughtful consideration of the rivers and other environments that surround […]
Collaboration: The Junction and New Belgium team up for Winter Beer Dinner
Press release from The Junction: We are delighted to partner with our River Arts District neighbors, New Belgium Brewing, for the fourth consecutive year. Our teams have collaborated to create a spectacular & truly one-of-a-kind winter beer dinner. Chef David Van Tassel and his kitchen will create a five-course menu designed around five individually selected New Belgium Brews including: […]
The Magnetic Theatre and Asheville Creative Arts and others join the Ghostlight Project, Jan. 19
Press release: On Thursday, January 19, 5:30-6:30 PM, The Magnetic Theatre, Asheville Creative Arts, and many more local theatres, join hands with countless companies nationwide to declare themselves “brave spaces,” where “It is safe to be who you are, regardless of race, class, religion, country of origin, immigration status, (dis)ability, gender identity, or sexual orientation,” […]
Dave Chappelle will perform at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium, Feb. 6
Press release: Live Nation welcomes DAVE CHAPPELLE to Thomas Wolfe Auditorium at the US Cellular Center Asheville on Monday February 6th at 7:00pm. Tickets go on sale Friday, January 13th at 12pm. Tickets start at $67.50 and are on-sale Friday, January 13th at 12pm noon. Tickets are available for purchase at livenation.com, the US Cellular […]