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North Carolina Forest Service: Are you a woodland owner who has been impacted by changes to North Carolina’s timber markets in recent months? Are you concerned about future impacts? Don’t miss this free North Carolina Forest Product Markets webinar hosted by NC Tree Farm. You’ll learn about the current status of North Carolina timber markets, emerging and future markets, new products and market trends that may impact your forest management decisions. 📆WHEN: Thursday, March 21, 2024, Noon – 1 p.m. Register here ...

Attention job seekers! Due to an upcoming retirement, we're seeking a skilled and passionate water treatment plant operator to join our team. If you have experience operating and maintaining water treatment plants and are dedicated to ensuring clean and safe water for all, we want to hear from you! Join our mission to provide high-quality water to our community. Apply now here...

This week is Severe Weather Preparedness Week, NC Emergency Management encourages you to practice Lightning Safety: ✔️ When thunder roars, go indoors! ✔️ NO PLACE outside is safe during thunderstorms ✔️ If no building is available for shelter, get inside a metal-topped vehicle ✔️ Stay inside at least 30 minutes after the last clap of thunder ✔️ When inside, stay off corded phones and electrical equipment ✔️ Do not use sinks, baths or faucets ✔️ Stay away from doors and off porches Are you #ReadyNC? ____ Esta semana es la Semana de preparación para climas severos, NC Emergency Management recomienda practicar la seguridad contra rayos: ✔️ Cuando resuene un rayo, ¡diríjase a interiores! ✔️ Durante tormentas eléctricas NO HAY SITIO en exteriores que sea seguro ✔️ Si no hay una edificación disponible donde refugiarse, suba a un vehículo con techo de metal ✔️ Quédese ahí adentro al menos 30 minutos después del último trueno Si está en interiores, manténgase alejado de teléfonos con cable y de equipos eléctricos ✔️ No utilice fregaderos, bañeras ni grifos ✔️ Manténgase alejado de puertas y cobertizos ¿Estás...

Waynesville Parks & Recreation · Registration is now open for Spring Break Camp 2024! Just stop on by to the front desk at the Rec Center to fill out paperwork/pay and get your info. packet! More info: Hannah Jones 828-456-2030 or hjones@waynesvillenc.gov...

Single-Use plastics like bags, to-go containers, and cups make up nearly 15% of all Asheville city waste. A recent survey shows that often plastic doesn’t make it to the landfill and becomes litter on our roads and rivers. These materials are health hazards and breeding grounds for unwanted pests. Bring reusable bags the next time you go to the store, and inspire your community by demonstrating how easy it is to make positive change. You can earn a free City of Asheville tote bag and other great sustainability swag. More info here Asheville NC Gov Projects - Less Plastic...

PGA HOPE is the flagship military program of PGA REACH, the charitable foundation of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE introduces golf to all Veterans in order to enhance their mental, social, physical and emotional well-being. The PGA of America and local PGA Professionals are working closely with the VA system across the country to assist Veterans in their transition. Sessions are taught by PGA HOPE NATIONAL TRAINER, Brian Oliver and local PGA Professionals with assistance from trained volunteers and include clubs and equipment if needed, training aids, range balls and weekly golf course access. 2024 SUMMER INSTRUCTIONAL SESSIONS Tuesday, MAY 21st – June 25th | 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. GRADUATION DAY | Tuesday, June 25th Etowah Valley Golf & Resort 470 Brickyard Rd | Etowah, North Carolina 28729 | 828-891-7141 SPACE IS LIMITED, REGISTER TODAY! Brian Oliver, NATIONAL TRAINER & LEAD Instructor | boliver0301@pga.com | 828-230-2617 Beverly Bradigan, Supervisor, Recreation Therapy | BeverlyS.Bradigan@va.gov...

POLAR PLUNGE CHANGE OF LOCATION: Due to rain in the forecast, we will move our Polar Plunge to Forest City-Dunbar Elementary School, where we will host our opening ceremony inside, and still take the plunge outside with the Forest City Fire Department! Remember we will have a costume contest if you want to join in on that fun as well 🙂 Registration for those who have not yet registered opens at 10:00 AM, if you have already registered and created an account be there by 10:45/11:00! Forest City - Dunbar Elementary: 286 Learning Way Drive, Forest City...

Restoring & Planting American Chestnuts Free | Tuesday | 3/19 | 4 - 5pm West Asheville Park Curious about American chestnuts? Come learn how to plant and care for American chestnut seedlings as we add to a small demonstration orchard in Asheville's city parks! You will hear about The American Chestnut Foundation's current strategies on how to restore this once prolific tree. No supplies needed, just bring yourself and any questions you may have. This workshop is provided in partnership with the City of Asheville and will be led by Jamie Van Clief, Southern Regional Coordinator with The American Chestnut Foundation. Please RSVP via the ticket link, and if you have any questions please contact Ta'rin'ii tarinii@bountifulcities.org or Isa Whitaker at isa@bountifulcities.org. Refreshments will be provided. We hope to see you there! ...

If you know a veteran or veteran's widow, invite them to attend. They can sign up for, and ask questions about, VA disability and widow's compensation. They can also speak with Charles George VAMC's Enrollment and Eligibility specialists to find out about registering for medical care at the Health Care facility which has a main hospital in Asheville and health care clinics in Hickory, Franklin and Forest City, North Carolina. Veteran's Benefit Fair Madison & Yancey Counties April 6, 2024 9 am - 2 pm Post 317 VFW 5483 & NC Works AB Tech Building 4646 US 25/70 Marshall, NC 28753 Please bring your VA ID Card or DD 214 if possible. For more information, contact: Madison County Veterans Services at 828-649-0767, or Yancey County Veterans Services at 828-682-1514...

Did someone say Doggie Eggstravaganza?! We are excited to be hosting our first doggie egg hunt at Buncombe County Sports Park's dog park on Saturday, March 23 at 12 p.m. This event will offer some springtime fun for our furry friends, and will consist of a small and large dog division. Each division will have approximately 30 minutes to find as many hidden eggs (filled with treats) as possible. In addition to hidden treats, dogs who collect the most eggs will receive a special prize. While admission is free, pre-registration is required as there are limited spots available. Registration is open and will close on March 20. ...

Are you looking for a new job? Buncombe County Government is holding a job fair this Wednesday, March 6, 2024 What: Buncombe County Job Fair When: Wednesday, March 6 from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Where: 200 College Street (first floor), downtown Asheville. Validated parking is available at 164 College Street Parking facility, please bring your parking ticket with you for validation. Buncombe County realizes the importance of a diverse professional workforce and the need to foster a responsive and innovative organizational culture that fully engages all our employees by honoring and building on each employee's unique experiences, opinions, and perspective. Join our team and make a real difference by doing important work in our community. See what job openings are currently open and fill out an application to expedite your interview process by visiting http://www.buncombecounty.org/careers...

Friday, March 8th @ 11AM Resilience Journaling Workshop Free Sandra E. Johnson, LMSW, author of The Resilience Journal: 365 Days to Balance and Peace of Mind, will discuss using guided journaling to improve emotional and physical resilience, transform traumatic events into growth, reframe failures into successes, and change unhelpful habits into ones that strengthen wellbeing. Johnson will lead interactive exercises from the book. A book signing will follow; no purchase is necessary....

The CottonTail Market is a ONE day in-person artisan craft market. A vendor market FULL of handmade spring time decor crafts, homemade goodies, permanent jewelry, boutique clothing, food trucks, entertainment, and MORE! Tickets are $5 at the gate, kids 12 and under FREE. Come shop small and local. We can't wait to see you! March 23, 2024 7 am - 3 pm Smoky Mountains Events Center 758 Crabtree Rd, Waynesville, NC...

Mark your calendars for the upcoming Spring Household Hazardous Waste and Paint Collection events in Henderson County. Do you have household chemicals, cleaners, pesticides, or paint lying around that you need to dispose of? Help to keep our County safe by disposing of these items properly! The Spring Household Hazardous Waste and Paint Collection events are scheduled for Tuesday, March 12th, Tuesday, April 9th, and Tuesday, May 14th from 8am-noon. This event is for residents only. View the attached flyer for more details including associated costs, locations, and accepted items. Visit HCrecycles.org for more information on what items are accepted in this program. Please contact Environmental Programs at 828-694-6524 with any questions. Henderson County Solid Waste is partnering with Henderson County Habitat for Humanity for the Paint Collection events. Habitat for Humanity will be onsite at the Paint Collection event to assess dropped-off paint and can accept usable paint as donations (Only paint will be accepted as a donation by Habitat for Humanity at this event. For any other donations, contact Habitat for Humanity directly.)...

Have you been interested in learning organic gardening techniques? Sand Hill Community Garden will be hosting their first gardening day of the 2024 season this Saturday, March 2 from 12-2 p.m. at Buncombe County Sports Park! New volunteers are always welcome to join in on the wonderful work that the Sand Hill Community Garden does year-round, while learning best organic gardening practices **Did you know that they grew 2,227lbs of fresh vegetables and herbs last year, AND Donated 1672 lbs of produce to local food pantries?** This Saturday, there will be peas, carrots, and spinach seeds to plant in soil that will be nice and damp from earlier rain, as well as some garden bed cleanup! If you are interested in volunteering, please email lynn.pegg@buncombecounty.org. Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own trowels and pruners....

Members of our Asheville Fire Department will be on hand to commemorate those who served. Will you join us? A commemoration ceremony at Riverside Cemetery located in the historic Montford neighborhood is planned for Sunday, March 3, 2024. A memorial monument will honor the crew of the USS Asheville PG-21....

Parents, caregivers, and providers are invited to have an open conversation about the resources, supports, and guidance needed at different stages of a child’s life with intellectual and developmental disabilities through a Virtual Listening Session on Monday, March 25 on Zoom from noon to 1:30 p.m. Ways to join: -Click the "Go To Link" button above or -Visit: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83052241042... Passcode: 250926 [b]Monday March 25, 2024 12 pm - 1:30 pm Note: If you are joining from a mobile phone, you must download the Zoom mobile app before joining. Through this exploration, we can identify any gaps or missed opportunities in providing families with the necessary information and/or support needed for their child and family to thrive from birth through adulthood. While Buncombe County is fortunate to have many providers and non-profits that aim to support our youth and families, it can be a challenge to navigate the many resources available and to find the right fit at the right time. This I/DD Listening Session aims to bring together community stakeholders to share information about important steps that families can take throughout a child’s life. If you have any questions, please reach out to Victoria Reichard, Behavioral Health Manager at victoria.reichard@buncombecounty.org[/b]...

Measles is more than just a rash. Measles can be dangerous for babies and young children and can lead to pneumonia, brain damage, deafness, and death. The good news is the MMR vaccine is safe and effective at preventing measles, mumps, and rubella. Kids should get two doses for the best protection. Learn more:Protect Your Kids from Measles...

Light the Night Bike Ride FREE | Saturday | 3/23 | 5:30 - 8pm Carrier Park A brand new, free family-friendly event encourages bike safety, education, and community building. Come and earn some spoke lights and glow-in-the-dark accessories that you can use to light the night! We will finish off the night with a group glow cycle!...