When Deborah “Dee” James walked tentatively onto the UNC Asheville campus in 1969, it was as one of the first African-Americans to integrate the women’s dormitories. Nowadays, however, she downplays that pioneer status. “It was the times; it was happenstance. If it wasn’t me, then it would have been somebody. Also, because I was 17, […]
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Buncombe Cultural Alliance celebrates its one-year anniversary
The concept that is driving the Buncombe Cultural Alliance’s mission is collective impact. The leadership team hosted a three-hour focus group at the 2014 Creative Sector Summit to share their progress and solicit feedback on a strategy draft.
Portrait of CIBO: Council of Independent Business Owners rallies Asheville business community
The Council of Independent Business Owners has been called a lot of things over the years.
Few could argue that the nonprofit — whose members serve on such powerful public bodies as Asheville’s City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission, the Western North Carolina Regional Air Quality Agency’s board and the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners — lacks influence. But how far does it reach? And does the group still have the kind of impact that it did in the past?
Buncombe School Board candidate McMahon announces campaign kickoff
Here’s the press release from the campaign of McMahon: Buncombe County School Board Candidate Announces Campaign Kickoff Cindy McMahon, candidate for Buncombe County Board of Education, invites the public to her campaign kickoff on Thursday, March 13 from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. at the Reynolds Fire Department, 235 Charlotte Highway (Hwy 74). This will be […]
North Carolina state parks seeking volunteers for 2014
Press Release From N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources: RALEIGH – North Carolina’s state parks are actively seeking volunteers to help protect the state’s rich natural resources and serve an expected 14 million visitors this year, according to the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation. At all 40 state parks and state recreation areas, […]
Growing community gardens: How networks of growers seek to end food waste and hunger
Each year, area food assistance programs seek out locally grown produce in their fight against food insecurity. But as some services struggle to provide enough food, some growers face an overabundance of certain crops — which may end up in a compost pile or rotting on the stock. Part one of our two-part series on community gardens looks at how growers are working together to eliminate food waste — and fighting hunger from the ground up.
Let the good times roll: Asheville on Bikes throws Bike Love fundraiser party
Asheville on Bikes is on a roll. Since its birth in 2006, the organization has been a key advocate for a more bicycle-friendly city. And it seems poised for growth as it prepares to celebrate Bike Love — a fundraiser and membership drive featuring a range of speakers and musical acts.
Chancellor Anne Ponder announces retirement from UNC Asheville
UNC Asheville Chancellor Anne Ponder announced today, Jan. 16, 2014, that she plans to retire from university service on July 31, 2014.
Cindy McMahon aims to represent Reynolds District on Buncombe County School Board
Cindy McMahon announced Jan. 14 that she plans to run for the Buncombe County School Board in the Reynolds District, which is currently represented by Lisa Baldwin. Here’s the press release from McMahon: Reynolds Mom Seeks Election to Buncombe County School Board Cindy McMahon of Haw Creek announced today that she will seek election to […]
Turner announces NC Statehouse bid against Moffitt
Former UNC Asheville Assistant Vice Chancellor Brian Turner (D) announced his intention today to run for the North Carolina General Assembly in 2014 against two-term incumbent Rep. Tim Moffitt (R).
Still going strong: Christmas Jam celebrates 25 years of benefit concerts with two-night blowout
Reflecting on his 25 years of annual Christmas Jam benefit concerts, Warren Haynes says there’s been “too many highlights to list.” The event’s grown from a small concert at the now-defunct 45 Cherry nightclub into one of the city’s biggest entertainment events, held this year on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 13-14, at the U.S. Cellular Center. With proceeds going to Habitat for Humanity, the shows are meant to celebrate Asheville’s philanthropic and artistic values, says Haynes.
Showing their roots
In October, Xpress correspondent Jonathan Ammons explored a few South Asheville dining options. In this issue, Ammons is back with his take on two North Asheville eateries that offer their own brand of comfort food.s
Positive impacts
What is the mission of your organization? What is your organization's newest initiative? Why did you choose to take on this initiative? How will it positively impact Western North Carolina? Women's Wellbeing and Development Foundation wwd-f.org Mission: Empower women and children to achieve personal growth and comprehensive development of their communities. WWD-F supports local and […]
“We have a farm, but no land to grow on.”
Ten Mile Farm faces a common problem in Western North Carolina: lack of affordable land for small-scale farming. Ten Mile recently lost its lease after eight years as a fixture in the local food movement. In this post, operator Christina Carter shares her and her husband’s struggle to find a place to grow their crops, next year and into the future.
Happy Body yoga offers veterans alternative ways to heal
For Army veteran William Gallion, a busy schedule makes finding time to treat back injuries and post traumatic stress disorder difficult. But thanks to a collaboration between Connected Warriors and Happy Body yoga studio, he and other veterans have been able to find relief through yoga.
Collateral damage: Local veterans wrestle with the aftermath of war
Despite having no military base nearby, nearly 20,000 veterans call Buncombe County home — giving it the sixth-largest veteran population in the state. As local visits for PTSD, depression, substance abuse, homelessness and unemployment continues to climb at Charles George VA, three local veterans share their struggles and stories about mental health. (Cover design by Sarah Riddle)
Ruffled feathers: How we got an in-town Chick-fil-A drive-thru
On Merrimon Avenue, the Harris Teeter nears completion. Along with the grocery store, a fast-food drive-thru and a car-care center are coming. Straddling a main thoroughfare and a residential neighborhood, the development has a complicated history.
The Holy Spirit closes in on Raleigh: Local faith leaders call on Asheville to stand for justice
A determined and inspirited contingent of Asheville’s faith community made itself heard last Monday, May 20, when over 20 faith leaders held a press conference at the foot of the courthouse steps to speak out against a plethora of laws that are being proposed and passed by the North Carolina General Assembly this year.
Lunch at large
“Steak pizza,” reads the sign outside of Carmel's. “Tourist food,” I think: approachable, nearly absurd and totally decadent. Heck, who wouldn't want a steak pizza? But I have a different meal in mind. I want to understand the tourist appetite, and what better classroom than a food tour? A jaunt around town with eight visitors, […]
Race to benefit Girls on the Run of WNC
Here’s the press release from Girls on the Run: 2nd Annual Rise n’ Shine 5K at Mountain Sports Festival to benefit Girls on the Run of WNC ASHEVILLE, NC, May 9, 2013 – The Rise n’ Shine 5K will take place as part of the Mountain Sports Festival on Saturday, May 25th at 9am at […]
Western Highlands announces plans to merge with Smoky Mountain
As the July 31 deadline looms for ending Western Highlands Network’s state Medicaid contract, its board hopes to keep mental health, substance abuse and developmental disability services close to home. (Above, WHN board member Steve Wyatt announces the board’s the resolution of intent to merge with Smoky Mountain. Photo by Caitlin Byrd)