Ted Warner, owner of Broadway’s bar on Lexington Avenue, has confirmed that his establishment is being sold to a new management team. Warner was not available for further comment on plans for the space or details about the new owners. Xpress will provide more information pending Warner’s availability.
From a press release: IPC Healthcare, Inc. , a leading national acute hospitalist and post-acute provider organization, announced today that it has acquired Extended Care Physicians (ECP), one of the largest private practice post-acute groups in the Carolinas. The acquisition expands the post-acute presence in North & South Carolina. Headquartered in Asheville, North Carolina, ECP for […]
WNC Communities has announced availability of $70,000 for a second year of competitive awards to help support efforts to restore North Carolina hemlocks.
Wednesday, June 17, 2015, is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for the valleys of Asheville. This means that unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion. For the ridge tops, it is a code GREEN air quality forecast day. No health impacts are expected when air quality is in this range. Please call our office if you have […]
Paranormal expert, author and radio host Joshua Warren will unveil his wishing machine project during a special event at the Masonic Temple on Sunday, July 19. Press release from Warren: Imagine a box that can make your wishes come true. That is exactly what Asheville author and TV personality Joshua P. Warren is promoting. And […]
Restaurants and breweries around Biltmore Village team up for Beer, Bites & Bands, now in its second year. The event takes place on Saturday, June 20. Press release from organizers: Restaurants and breweries in Historic Biltmore Village are hosting our 2nd annual Beer Bites and Bands event. . During the event, customers will have the […]
The duo will perform for the UNC Asheville’s Concerts on the Quad series Monday, June 29
Local street celebration Lexington Avenue Arts and Fun Fest, aka LAAFF, will return to downtown Asheville on Sunday, Sept. 6. This will be the 13th iteration of the free, family-friendly event, which takes place from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Press release from event organizers: The Lexington Avenue Arts and Fun Festival is known for highlighting the […]
This Sunday, July 26, Malaprop’s Bookstore and Cafe will be hosting Peggy Millin and the local writers who contributed to Writing in Circles.
Buncombe County Schools began serving free meals for local children on Monday, June 16, expecting demand to pass the 86,000 meals it served during last year’s program. A full list of participating locations can be found at the school board’s website.
MANNA FoodBank received a $25,000 grant from Morgan Stanley to help fund its BackPack Program, a child hunger initiative that helps to ensure students continue to receive nutritious food during school breaks.
The 39 Steps is a Hitchcock thriller from 1935, based on a 1919 novel by John Buchan. It was later adapted for the stage and premiered at the West Yorkshire Playhouse a decade ago. Haywood Arts Regional Theatre brings The 39 Steps to Waynesville from Friday, June 19, to Saturday, Aug. 1. Press release from […]
The Asheville Police Department requests the public’s help in identifying the armed robber who targeted Baymont Inn on Hendersonville Road on June 6. Anyone with information is urged to call the Asheville Police Department at 828-252-1110 or Asheville-Buncombe Crime Stoppers at 828-255-5050.
From a press release: Do you want to learn more about receiving help for yourself or a loved one for mental health concerns, alcohol or drug problems or intellectual or developmental disabilities? Do you work in the health or human services field and want to share your ideas about how to improve available services? Smoky […]
RiddleFest, an annual event celebrating Burnsville native Lesley Riddle and his contributions to country music, takes place at Parkway Playhouse in Burnsville on Friday, July 3. The festival, now in its eighth year, features musicians David Holt with Josh Goforth. Press release from event organizers: The 2015 RiddleFest will be held on July 3 at […]
Tuesday, June 16, 2015, is a code YELLOW air quality forecast day for the valleys of Asheville. This means that unusually sensitive people should consider limiting prolonged outdoor exertion. For the ridge tops, it is a code GREEN air quality forecast day. No health impacts are expected when air quality is in this range. Please […]
From a press release: The annual Heat Relief program at The Council on Aging of Buncombe County is now accepting requests for heat relief assistance at (828) 277-8288. The Heat Relief program is funded by Duke Energy Progress and Duke Energy Foundation. The Council will have 145 fans available for distribution. Fans are available to any […]
From a press release: The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) announced on Monday that Blue Ridge Community Health Services (BRCHS) has received Level 3 NCQA Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) Recognition. BRCHS received this recognition for using evidence-based, patient-centered processes that focus on highly coordinated care and long‐term, participative relationships for all of the organization’s […]
Celebrate the arts during the Arts & Culture Celebration in Transylvania County. Events begin on Saturday, June 20, with the Brevard Music Center opening night, and runs through Saturday, July 4. Press release from event organizers: The Transylvania Community Arts Council invites everyone to explore the creative side of Brevard and Transylvania County during Arts […]
Asheville resident David McKillen recently followed along with a team of biologists from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission and N.C. State University on a expedition to track and tag black bears.
From a press release: Smoky Mountain LME/MCO, a public managed healthcare organization, has hired a new director to help promote integrated, “whole body” care in western North Carolina. Peter Rives, who has 15 years of experience working with organizations that provide or manage care for people with mental illness, substance use and intellectual or developmental […]
