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Lake Lure Arbor Day Program - Friday, 4/26/24 at 11 in Morse Park: Please join us for the Lake Lure Arbor Day Program! Date: Friday, 4/26/24 Time: 11:00 AM Location: Morse Park (behind the Tennis/Pickleball Courts and the Playground Equipment, near the Broad River.) Refreshments: Light Refreshments will be served. Special Gift: Attendees will receive a free Red Bud Seedling to plant....

The City's Streets Division has made strides by reinstalling the concrete sidewalk in front of the First Citizens Bank. City staff have encountered some challenges in sourcing trees for planting at this time of year and will not be able to obtain trees as we are leaving the optimal planting season. Don’t worry, City staff will be planting a mix of ginkgos, black gum trees, and little leaf lindens in the fall, prioritizing species that thrive in our local climate and urban areas. By changing the planting schedule it ensures the trees have the best chance to flourish and enhance our community for years to come. Your patience and support are greatly appreciated as we work to enhance the Patton Avenue area. As a reminder businesses will remain open through construction....

Did you know the City of Asheville has a goal to reduce landfill waste by 50% by 2035? ♻️ Please join us in being part of the solution! The Spring Free Store is a fun “shopping” event that is good for your wallet and for the planet. The Spring Free Store is like a yard sale, but FREE! Community members are invited to donate and/or browse upcycled items. Clean out your home without contributing to more landfilled waste and source unique gifts from and for your community. Get to know your neighbors at this fun community event and help contribute to our community waste reduction goals and neighbor to neighbor focused sharing economy! Details in Image!...

Calling all Downtown Boone business owners 📣 Join us for the very first "NRLP 101" session on Wednesday, April 17, at 9 AM at the historic Jones House with Appalachian State University's New River Light and Power! In honor of Earth Day, the presentation will focus on energy efficiency, conservation, and savings. Gain valuable insight into energy tracking and resources available to NRLP customers from the people behind the power. If you're ready to start saving energy and money, or maybe just curious about what tools you can use to bolster your energy toolkit, this is the class for you. Learn more about: 💡: The unique history of NRLP 💡: How to read your bill 💡: Understand energy patterns for commercial users 💡: Energy tools you can use to start saving today 💡: Energy savings Q & A The sessions is hosted by the Downtown Boone Development Association! We will have a light breakfast available starting at 8:30 am and presentation 9 am. For more information contact Lane Moody lane.moody@townofboone.net or 828-268-6283...

"Jackson County Public Schools will conduct a safety drill at some schools during the week of April 15th. This is a proactive measure to ensure that we are prepared for an emergency that involves an active shooter. Our goal is to practice safety procedures we have in place. This drill will not expose students to active shooter scenarios other than the lockdown procedures they practice twice per year. The drill is primarily to allow JCPS staff and local emergency services to practice how they respond to these events. It will last between 30 and 60 minutes. This drill has been planned and coordinated with Roland Hamrick from Specialized Consulting Services, Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, Jackson County Emergency Services, Fire Departments and the Sylva Police Department." Jake Buchanan Deputy Superintendent Jackson County Public Schools...

Avery County Sheriff's Office Newland North Carolina SCAM ALERT A person identifying themselves as Lieutenant Hicks with the Avery County Sheriff's Office has been contacting people by phone and telling them they have jury duty. He is also asking for money to get people out of jury duty. No Deputy with the Sheriff's Office will call you about jury duty. Any notice of jury duty will be received through the United States Postal Service....

The Franklin, NC Chamber of Commerce will host a watch gathering beginning at 2 p.m. today with “Sun and Moon” music. Bring a chair and your eclipse glasses and enjoy the partial eclipse with us! The eclipse will begin at 1:49 p.m. and we will reach our maximum partial eclipse at 3:07 p.m. which will be nearly 85% of the moon blocking the sun. We are located at 98 Hyatt Road, across from the new Ingles on the bypass....

Lake Lure Lake Level Updates: The Town of Lake Lure, NC began raising the Lake on 3/31/24. The rate of refilling the Lake is based on the weather and the amount of rainfall. Thank you for your support of the lake drawdown for important infrastructure projects. For questions, please email Communications@townoflakelure.com. Lake Levels are updated regularly at the following link: here...

Waynesville Police: The Mighty Four Miler - Tomorrow, April 6th! The race starts at 8:15 on Main Street at the intersection of Depot Street. You can expect traffic delays throughout town tomorrow morning, before and during the race. Please be mindful of those participating in this event including the volunteers assisting with road closures and detours. Stay connected by downloading the Waynesville Police Department mobile app at: https://apps.myocv.com/share/a81228786...

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he Buncombe County Sheriff's Office will be holding a ceremony to honor the memory of fallen deputy Sergeant Jeff Hewitt, who was murdered while on duty in 2004. Dinner and refreshments will be provided after the ceremony. When: April 4th, 2024 at 5:00 PM Where: Jeff Hewitt Building, located at 339 New Leicester Highway...

Foam recycling day reminder for April! Tuesday, April 2nd and Tuesday, April 16th you can drop off your foam packing material and food service (to-go) foam at the Henderson County Convenience Center. All foam must be clean, dry, and be free of tape/stickers! No packing peanuts. Not sure if your foam can be recycled? Visit https://www.hendersoncountync.gov/solid-waste/page/foam-collection-events for a detailed list of accepted items. Need general information about recycling in Henderson County? Visit HCrecycles.org or call Environmental Programs at 828-694-6524 #HCrecycles #RecycleRightNC #ReduceReuseRecycle...

The Haywood County Solid Waste Department will be holding a spring Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on Saturday, May 18th from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm at the Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) located at 278 Recycle Rd, Clyde. During this event, Haywood County residents are encouraged to drop off household pollutants free of charge. Haywood County has partnered with Consolidated Waste Services and EcoFLo who will have representatives on hand to collect the non-pesticide. The following items will be accepted during the Household Hazardous Waste event: Aerosols Mixed Solvents Mercury & Articles Pesticide Solid Acid Cleaners PCB Ballast Paint Related Material Lab Packs Latex Paint Lead Acid Batteries Alkaline Batteries NiCad Batteries Lithium Batteries Propane (Grill and Camp Size) Fluorescent Bulbs Oil Filters Fire Extinguishers Antifreeze Motor Oil, Kerosene, Diesel Fuel, Transmission Fluid, Hydraulic Oil Medications and pharmaceuticals can be disposed of year-round at the Haywood County Sheriff’s Office. Please contact them for their schedule. This event is for Haywood County residents. Please don’t bring or drop off items before the event. Early drop-offs could incur fees and fines. For additional information on the event, contact the Materials Recovery Facility at (828) 627-8042....

Due to high winds and downed trees many of the park roads are currently closed. If you are planning a trip to the park today, please be prepared and have alternate plans in place. Current road closures as of 12:00pm: Newfound Gap Road (US 441) between Gatlinburg, TN and Cherokee, NC Little River Road Laurel Creek Road Cherokee Orchard Road at the park boundary Greenbrier Road at the ranger station Tremont Road Foothills Parkway new section Foothills Parkway between Look Rock and US 129 Wears Gap Road...

TOMORROW!! Toddler Egg Hunt FREE | Wednesday | 3/27 | 11:30am - 12pm Toddlers 4 and under w/adult Register at AVL Rec Bring your basket and join the fun at the Stephens-Lee playground for our annual Toddler Easter Egg Hunt. Arrive promptly at 11:30 am or you might miss it!! ...

Registration at avlREC.com begins TODAY at 6pm for Summer Camp 2024☀️☀️☀️!!! APR summer camps offer nine weeks of fun for Asheville’s youngest adventurers, artists, nature lovers, gamers, athletes, scientists, and leaders-in-training. Registration opens at 6pm on March 25 at avlREC.com, but you can check out descriptions, dates, locations, and all the details now at AVL Parks and Rec Summer Camp...

Please share our mobile market calendar (below), Food Finder, and Helpline info with anyone you know who might need help with groceries! https://www.mannafoodbank.org/where-to-get-help/ MONDAY, MARCH 25TH 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Macon County Program for Progress (Macon County Fairgrounds) 1436 Georgia Rd. Franklin, NC 28734 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Edington Center 133 Livingston St. Asheville, NC 28801 TUESDAY, MARCH 26TH 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Bartlett Arms Apartments 121 Bartlett St. Asheville, NC 28801 WEDNESDAY, MARCH 27TH 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM WNCCHS 71 Fernihurst Dr. Asheville, NC 28801 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM Pisgah View Apartments 1 Granada St Asheville, NC 28806 THURSDAY, MARCH 28TH 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM West Marion Market (@ Addie's Chapel) 201 Ridley St. Marion, NC 28752...

Want to try Fly Fishing? Try your hand at one of our Fly Fishing Sessions! Register at avlREC.com Fly Fishing 101: On the Water $10 Thursday | 3/28 | 9am - 4pm Friday | 4/26 | 9am - 4pm Ages 15 and up Outdoor Recreation Facility at Recreation Park Fly Fishing 101: Intro to Fly Fishing $5 Tuesday | 4/9 | 2 - 5pm Tuesday | 4/30 | 5 - 7:30pm Ages 15 and up Outdoor Recreation Facility at Recreation Park Fly Fishing Skills: Knots and Rigging $5 Wednesday | 4/24 | 10am - 12pm Ages 15 and up Outdoor Recreation Facility at Recreation Park...

Rutherford County Government 🥶The Freeze Watch was upgraded to a Freeze Warning this morning. The Freeze Warning is in effect from midnight tonight through 10 AM EDT Tuesday. 🌷Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing. https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=95905158...

Leaks can lurk in many places inside your home. Toilet, faucet, and showerhead leaks are all very common and could be costing you more than you think. Replacing the old or worn-out rubber valve seal (or flapper) of a toilet is a quick and inexpensive way to fix your water woes. 🚿 Come by City Hall anytime during regular business hours and collect a free dye tablet. The dye tablets come with step-by-step directions on how to check your toilet for a leak! 🏛️ Similarly, replacing your faucet aerator to stop a dripping sink is a small change that can lead to big savings. And don’t forget about your showerhead! Make sure there is a tight connection between the showerhead and the pipe stem. Follow these tips and you’ll “nip that drip” in no time! 🚽 Don’t forget, there’s still plenty of time to enter our toilet giveaway by checking for leaks, signing up for aqua hawk, or watching our webinar! Visit hvlc.go/FALW...