Asheville Community Centers Reopen With Normal Operating Hours
As the city continues to recover from massive destruction brought by Tropical Storm Helene, Asheville Parks & Recreation is one step closer to returning to pre-storm operations.
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Carolina Hurricanes Help Asheville Rink Meet Funding Goal
Doug Warf, President of the National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes, recently announced that the Carolina Hurricanes Foundation has donated an additional $25,000 to the Asheville Hockey League.
Governor Cooper Provides Bereavement Leave for State Employees
Governor Roy Cooper recently issued an Executive Order providing bereavement leave for state employees who lose a family member or coworker.
North Carolina Receives Support From Taiwan for Helene Recovery
Officials from Taiwan recently visited North Carolina to present a donation of $300,000 to help with recovery from Hurricane Helene.
Dentists Are Pulling ‘Healthy’ and Treatable Teeth To Profit From Implants, Experts Warn
Becky Carroll was missing a few teeth, and others were stained or crooked. Ashamed, she smiled with lips pressed closed. Her dentist offered to fix most of her teeth with root canals and crowns, Carroll said, but she was wary of traveling a long road of dental work.
Official League Launches Limited-Edition Asheville Cap in Collaboration with Asheville Tourists and Asheville City SC
Official League is thrilled to announce the release of an exclusive, limited-edition Asheville cap made in partnership with the Asheville Tourists and Asheville City SC.
For the First Time in North Carolina History, A Majority of Voters Have Cast Their Ballots Before Election Day
Buncombe County could be two-thirds of the way toward finishing its contribution to the 2024 elections if the turnout after Election Day remains as it was in 2020 when 78 percent of the state’s voters participated.
Facts About the Vote Counting and Reporting Process in North Carolina
The North Carolina State Board of Elections wants to make sure voters and news reporters understand what to expect on Nov. 5 and beyond.
Eligibility Announced for Free or Reduced Price Meals in the National School Lunch Program
The federally assisted school nutrition programs help ensure all students have access to wholesome, nutritious, appealing meals at school.
Western North Carolina Air Museum Seeking Support to Restore Airfield and Museum
Despite suffering catastrophic damage from Hurricane Helene, the Western North Carolina Air Museum immediately prioritized assisting those in need, transforming its hangar into a relief center.
City of Asheville Approves Allocation of Community and Economic Development Resources to Aid Long-term Recovery
The City of Asheville recently approved reallocation of existing city resources that can be used as grants to support three identified purposes: business restabilization, home repair, and rental assistance.
WNC Mountain Strong Career Fair on November 8th
In collaboration with Land of Sky and the Mountain Area Workforce Board, the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce will host the WNC Mountain Strong Career Fair on Friday, November 8, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Scammers Posing as Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office Representatives
The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office will never ask for money over the phone for any reason. As we recover from Hurricane Helene, many are hurting and vulnerable, and doing everything they can to help others.
Carolina Hurricanes Help Asheville Rink Meet Funding Goal
Doug Warf, President of the National Hockey League’s Carolina Hurricanes, recently announced that the Carolina Hurricanes Foundation has donated an additional $25,000 to the Asheville Hockey League.
Governor Cooper Provides Bereavement Leave for State Employees
Governor Roy Cooper recently issued an Executive Order providing bereavement leave for state employees who lose a family member or coworker.
North Carolina Receives Support From Taiwan for Helene Recovery
Officials from Taiwan recently visited North Carolina to present a donation of $300,000 to help with recovery from Hurricane Helene.
Dentists Are Pulling ‘Healthy’ and Treatable Teeth To Profit From Implants, Experts Warn
Becky Carroll was missing a few teeth, and others were stained or crooked. Ashamed, she smiled with lips pressed closed. Her dentist offered to fix most of her teeth with root canals and crowns, Carroll said, but she was wary of traveling a long road of dental work.
Official League Launches Limited-Edition Asheville Cap in Collaboration with Asheville Tourists and Asheville City SC
Official League is thrilled to announce the release of an exclusive, limited-edition Asheville cap made in partnership with the Asheville Tourists and Asheville City SC.
For the First Time in North Carolina History, A Majority of Voters Have Cast Their Ballots Before Election Day
Buncombe County could be two-thirds of the way toward finishing its contribution to the 2024 elections if the turnout after Election Day remains as it was in 2020 when 78 percent of the state’s voters participated.
Facts About the Vote Counting and Reporting Process in North Carolina
The North Carolina State Board of Elections wants to make sure voters and news reporters understand what to expect on Nov. 5 and beyond.
Eligibility Announced for Free or Reduced Price Meals in the National School Lunch Program
The federally assisted school nutrition programs help ensure all students have access to wholesome, nutritious, appealing meals at school.
Western North Carolina Air Museum Seeking Support to Restore Airfield and Museum
Despite suffering catastrophic damage from Hurricane Helene, the Western North Carolina Air Museum immediately prioritized assisting those in need, transforming its hangar into a relief center.
City of Asheville Approves Allocation of Community and Economic Development Resources to Aid Long-term Recovery
The City of Asheville recently approved reallocation of existing city resources that can be used as grants to support three identified purposes: business restabilization, home repair, and rental assistance.
WNC Mountain Strong Career Fair on November 8th
In collaboration with Land of Sky and the Mountain Area Workforce Board, the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce will host the WNC Mountain Strong Career Fair on Friday, November 8, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Scammers Posing as Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office Representatives
The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office will never ask for money over the phone for any reason. As we recover from Hurricane Helene, many are hurting and vulnerable, and doing everything they can to help others.