Carl Sandburg called Chicago the “city of the big shoulders”; if he were alive today, he might describe Asheville as “the city of the big thinkers,” acknowledging the passion so many area residents display in seeking out new solutions to the issues we face. On many fronts, creative new approaches are being hatched and put […]
At the Tuesday, Jan. 5 Buncombe County Board of Commissioners meeting, the Board voted to fill county “doughnut holes,” fund the Asheville Museum of Science and allow the Department of Health and Human Services to reallocate its positions for increased efficiency.
The American Association of State Climatologists announced today that its headquarters will be located in Asheville, according to a media release from the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce. From the WNC office, newly hired executive director Lieutenant-Colonel Glenn Kerr (retired) — former commander of the 14th Weather Squadron of the U.S. Air Force — will […]
Farm workers protest Publix, Woody Pines drops a self-titled album, Asheville’s shipping container restaurant nears completion and county commissioners can’t seem to get along in a timely fashion. Did you miss it?
On Tuesday, April 21, the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners held two workshops: one to hear nonprofit funding requests and the other to facilitate discussion with the Buncombe County Fire Chiefs Association.
As we celebrate Earth Day 2015, we take a look at the status of the sustainability movement in WNC. How far have we come, and how far do we have to go? We asked local nonprofits and regulatory agencies to take us to school by examining our environmental efforts — from our air to our water, from our successes to our failures — and giving us an honest assessment of how we’re doing.
From a press release: Chimney Rock State Park hosts Earth Day celebration on Saturday, April 25 Local environmental educators will offer free activities, incentives and information CHIMNEY ROCK, N.C. (April 15, 2015)— Chimney Rock State Park will host an Earth Day Celebration in Chimney Rock Village on Saturday, April 25, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Local […]
Mother Earth News Fair returns to the Western North Carolina Agriculture Center on Saturday, April 11, and Sunday, April 12, marking the fair’s second consecutive appearance in Asheville. The fair is an opportunity for fans of the bi-monthly environmental magazine to get hands-on experience with the topics covered in the publication from sustainable agriculture to green home building.
From the Get It! Guide: Long before the age of Internet lists and online travel magazines, people came to Asheville and Western North Carolina for the intrinsic natural beauty. In fact, the beauty of our environment is what many say makes this place so special. But are we protecting what we have? What initiatives are underway to help ensure that the region remains a respite and a haven for generations to come?
A dinner with author Robin Rose Bennett at Over Easy Café, new tabletop grills at Korean House, changes in the food-truck scene, a class on the science of cooking with Mark Rosenstein and a coffee IPA tasting event are all in the news this week.
Here’s an excerpt from the Smoky Mountain News article: Candice Caldwell Day and her husband Shayne recently went to Andrews Airport in Cherokee County. “To hold up a really big sign,” she said. Day and her husband went to the airport to greet Gov. Pat McCrory as he arrived for the GOP state convention. They […]
The Buncombe County Culture and Recreation Authority recommended $1.17 million in grants to a list of 15 local nonprofit organizations — far less than the $3.86 million they requested, but more than twice as much as County Manager Wanda Greene is recommending as she prepares to craft the county budget for the next fiscal year.
Early voting for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners primary starts April 24 — just two days after Earth Day. The juxtaposition underscores the fundamental link between sustainability and politics.
Press release Creative Sector Summit, March 20-22 Join the Asheville Area Arts Council, The City of Asheville and the Buncombe Cultural Alliance in our region’s only annual arts, culture, and entertainment advocacy, networking, and educational conference! The 2014 schedule is better than ever, bringing success stories and great speakers from our Southeast regional neighbors, where […]
Local activist group Canary Coalition will sponsor a petition to President Obama to deny a presidential permit for the Keystone XL Pipeline, which would transport crude oil from Canada and the northern United States to refineries in Texas. The organization believes the pipeline would cause harm to the environment, including damage to natural forests and endangered species.
This weekend brings art, science and an assortment of local music. As always, Xpress highlights the best in low-cost weekend events.
Cindy Sheehan and David Swanson to be Keynote Speakers at the NWTRCC Gathering in Asheville: May 3rd through 6th. Asheville, NC — The National War Tax Resistance Coordinating Committee (NWTRCC) will hold its National Gathering, at the Flood Fine Arts Center in the Phil Mechanics Building at 109 Roberts Street May 3rd through the 6th […]
Full announcement from the National War Tax Resistance Coordinating Committee: On Saturday May 4th, Bill Ramsey of the Conscience and Military Tax Campaign (CMTC) fund and other alternative funds from around the country, will present checks from redirected war taxes to worthy organizations providing services to the underserved. This presentation begins at 10am at the […]
Here’s the press release from the National War Tax Resistance Coordinating Committee: Asheville, NC — The National War Tax Resistance Coordinating Committee (NWTRCC) will hold its National Gathering, at the Flood Fine Arts Center in the Phil Mechanics Building at 109 Roberts Street May 3rd through the 5th featuring workshops about War Tax Resistance, panels […]
From the Canary Coalition: Thousands of groups and individuals from throughout North Carolina are expected to be converging on Raleigh the weekend of April 20-21 to raise awareness about climate change and to demand the state government take strong action to address its man-made causes in our state. Dozens of local rallies and events will […]
Here’s the press release from the National War Tax Resistance Coordinating Committee: Cindy Sheehan and David Swanson to be Keynote Speakers at the NWTRCC Gathering—Asheville Conference: May 3rd—5th 2013 Asheville, NC — The National War Tax Resistance Coordinating Committee (NWTRCC) will hold its National Gathering, at the Flood Fine Arts Center in the Phil Mechanics […]
