Lifestyle News

Raleigh --  Press Release: NC Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services: The N.C. Forest Service Urban and Community Forestry program has announced that 69 communities, 12 campuses and three utilities have been awarded 2024 Tree City USA, 2024 Tree Campus Higher Education and 2025 Tree Line USA designations.

Haywood County -- Haywood County is blooming with activity this May 2025! Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant mix of festivals, markets, and cultural celebrations.

Asheville -- Press Release City of Asheville: Happy Earth Month! Together, we have diverted over ONE MILLION POUNDS of food waste from the landfill! Thank you for your efforts in helping the City of Asheville/Buncombe County reach this important milestone! What a tremendous accomplishment!

Black Mountain --  Tour the Dr. John Wilson Community Garden, learn about Beradu's new compost system, and engage in a food scraps cooking demo! Join WNC Food Waste Solutions where we will explore the ins and outs of reducing food waste in the Town of Black Mountain.

Asheville -- Last September, as floodwaters surged around their apartment, Asheville Humane Society employee Colleen and her partner Brian faced every resident's nightmare.

Buncombe County --  Press Release Buncombe County Government: Local raccoons are about to get an important dose of protection!

Haywood County -- Haywood Community College announces PreK registration is now open for 2025-2026. Read below for all the information. The Regional Center for the Advancement of Children (RCAC) is the childcare facility located on the campus of Haywood Community College.

Buncombe County --  Press Release Buncombe County Government: A new Buncombe County Community Engagement Market starts this Monday in Swannanoa to help address food insecurity following Hurricane Helene and the loss of the local grocery store. In partnership with Asheville Christian Academy, MANNA Food Bank, and ABIPA, the market will provide free food and additional resources as available, on the first Monday of every month 4:30 p.m. until 6 p.m. (or until supplies run out).

Asheville --  Press Release City of Asheville Government: Our City and region continue to collaborate and make progress on Tropical Storm Helene recovery. The needs in our communities make our actions to celebrate and support the earth this Spring even more meaningful.