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The Waynesville Police Department would like to extend their condolences to the family of retired Assistant Police Chief, Robert Lawerence Fisher. Retired Assistant Chief Fisher passed away at 85 years old on June 9, 2024 in his home here in Waynesville under the care of Hospice. Assistant Chief Fisher began his career with the Waynesville Police Department in 1970 and served our community until he retired in 1994. We are grateful for those that have served before us, never forgetting the sacrifices they made. We were honored to have been a part of his memorial service and to show our appreciating to the Fisher family....

Don't forget, if you or someone you know owns a small business and want to learn how to get in contracts with the city, join our WMBE outreach event this Saturday, June 29! You'll get a chance to meet the economic development team, network, and find out how the city can help you get loans and contracts for your business. See you there! Learn more and sign up here:ow.ly/HCLZ50SoiBe...

Now in its 8th year, the Arts Build Community (ABC) grant supports innovative, arts-based projects that inspire diverse groups of participants to be more active, involved, and civically engaged by creating together. Grants range from $1,000-2,500. Organizations must have been in operation for at least one year and be physically located in Buncombe County. Priority is given to projects based in low-income neighborhoods and/or communities in need. Learn more and apply at artsavl.org/abc Application deadline is July 22 at 11:59 pm....

Attention Haywood County Residents! 🌟 Your participation is crucial in the Community Health Assessment (CHA) survey. We aim to identify and address key health needs in our area. Randomly selected households will receive a call from "WNC Health" – the survey takes just 20 minutes and is completely anonymous. 🗓️ Calls are ongoing until we have a representative sample. Your input on health, behaviors, and experiences will shape our efforts to improve community health over the next three years. 🌍 This survey is part of a larger initiative by WNC Healthy Impact, supported by local hospitals and The Dogwood Health Trust. It’s a collaborative effort to enhance health across western North Carolina. 📲 Prefer online? Visit http://www.prcsurvey.com/begin/WNC2024 to share your insights. Together, let’s make Haywood County healthier and stronger! 💪...

Did you know? ☀️ Patton Park just turned 50 years old! Sadie Smathers Patton donated the property in memory of her late husband, Preston F. Patton in the late 1960s. On May 26, 1974, the opening of Patton Community Park took place unveiling a swimming pool complex, basketball, tennis and racquetball courts, ball fields and a parking lot. 🏊 Additional improvements have included pavilions, water fountains, picnic shelters, foot- bridges and playground equipment in the early 1980s, as well as the skate park and the second phase of the Oklawaha Greenway in 2009. 🚲 Patton Pool is operated by the Hendersonville Family YMCA and offers great family fun throughout the summer. Visit https://www.hendersonvillenc.gov/parks/patton-pool for more information and a link to the pool schedule. 🍧 We are looking forward to the next 50 years of fun at this great City of Hendersonville amenity!...

Movies in Park returns this Friday to Kiwanis Park with Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie. Scoop Rutherfordton will be on site with some great flavors, grab your chairs, blankets and family and be ready for a great show. Movies begin at Dusk....

The Waynesville Police Officers Association is accepting applications for new membership for their Gun Club. Membership allows access to the department's shooting range every day of the week except Sunday (excluding holidays). Hours of use are limited to daylight hours. Membership is $120 per year. You must be eligible to own/possess a firearm and must be able to pass a background check. If you are interested you can contact Detective Tyler Howell, President of the WPOA. Email: thowell@waynesvillenc.gov PH: 828-456-5363...

Water Field Day Frenzy $5 | Saturdays | 6/22 & 7/20 | 2 - 3pm Tempie Avery Montford Community Center Registration required at avlREC.com Summer is heating up and so is the competition. Join for the ultimate water field day competition. June 22: Ages 6-11 | July 20: Ages 12-16...

Reminder - The Town of Lake Lure will be holding a Flag Retirement Ceremony on June 14, 2024, at 6:30 PM. The community is welcome to join this informal but poignant ceremony. The ceremony will take place in the back of Morse Park, in the grassy area behind the parking lot, to the left of the entrance to the Morse Park walking trail. The walking trail is on the far left of the Washburn Marina. Citizens may bring their torn, tattered, and faded American flags to the Police Department anytime and place them in the box where they will await the ceremony....

The Downtown Waynesville Commission presents: ✨Summer Mountain Street Dances✨ Join us for Friday evening for mountain street dancing featuring bluegrass music, and authentic mountain clogging. Bring your family, your lawn chairs, and join us for an Appalachian true family fun evening. (THIS) Friday June 14th Friday July 12 Friday August 9th ⏰6:30pm-9pm...

Do you know someone struggling to feed their animals? Do you need some assistance? We have a food pantry and we also have a list available of local food pantries that can also assist in pet food. You can give us a call 828 885 3647 for more information on days and hours the pantry is open. Please share and help get this information to those who may need help. It truly takes a village and we are so appreciative to our village and all you do for our rescue and our community. Charlie’s Angels Animal Rescue 5526 Hendersonville road Fletcher NC 28732 828 885 3647...

The free ArtsAVL Trolley rides again this Saturday from 12-6pm! Park once, and spend the day visiting all your favorite arts destinations throughout the River Arts District and downtown Asheville. Learn more at artsavl.org/trolley During the Second Saturday Art Strolls, artists, galleries, and collectives in the River Arts District Artists, Asheville will unveil their latest work based on the monthly prompt. This month’s theme is “An Emergence.” Learn more about the series here at http://www.riverartsdistrict.com/rada-annual-theme Also, be sure to check out Asheville Art in the Park in Pack Square and Ooh La La Curiosity Market in Pritchard Park in Downtown. ....

The second of this year's educator workshops, which offer environmental educators opportunities for career growth and professional development, is on July 19! "Growing Up WILD," hosted by N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission Outreach Education Specialist Tanya Poole and GMSF Education Specialist Michelle Malalang, is an early childhood program that builds on children’s sense of wonder about nature and invites them to explore wildlife and their habitats. Participants trained in "Growing Up WILD" will receive a free "Growing Up WILD" activity guide and qualify for CEU credits, training hours or N.C. Environmental Education Certification credits. This free workshop is intended specifically for educators and not the general public. Advance registration is required. Learn more at https://grandfather.com/event/growing-up-wild/...

Join us for the annual Elder Abuse Awareness Walk! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ 🗓️ Mark your calendars for Monday, June 17th, from 5:00pm-6:30pm at Lake Junaluska Gymnasium. This year, we're switching things up with a special event featuring insightful speakers and a brief walk. Let's come together to raise awareness and support for our elders. See you there!...

Join a guided stroll to explore and learn about urban pollinator gardening, created as part of Hendersonville’s Bee City USA program. 📅 When - Saturday, June 15, at 9 a.m. 📍 Where - Black Bear Coffee Co., 318 N. Main Street 🐝 What - Meet Mark Stierwalt, Hendersonville’s Public Works Superintendent for the 90-minute walk to celebrate Pollinator Week. Open to the public at no charge, the walk is sponsored by Hendersonville Tree Board. The event will be canceled in case of inclement weather, which will be announced on the City’s website at http://www.hendersonvillenc.gov....

The Downtown Waynesville Association invites you to the unveiling of the new "Gateway to the Smokies" arch at 30 S. Main Street. Be there at 5:30 PM on June 1 to witness this exciting moment! 🎶 The Blue Ridge Big Band will be providing live music, and there will be five amazing food trucks: Ben's Backdraft BBQ, Frozen Josie's, Ruthie's Kettle Corn, The Cheesecake Mousse, and Grillmore Gills. 🚚🍔🍿🍦 📅 June 1 | 🕠 5:30 PM | 📍 30 S. Main Street...

Employment Opportunity - Public Works Utility Maintenance Technician: The Town of Lake Lure is seeking a qualified individual to serve in the Public Works Department as a Utility Maintenance Technician, I. Employees in this class perform a variety of semi-skilled and occasionally skilled labor tasks. Tasks include the maintenance and repair of streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, storm-water basins and drains located in various town buildings and facilities including parks and recreation facilities. For more information, please visit the following link and share this opportunity with others who may have an interest in the position....

Hendersonville, NC City Government · Nighttime Street Closure - N. Church Street 🚧 On Monday, June 3, 2024, N. Church Street will be closed between Bearcat Blvd and 7th Avenue overnight. The closure and detour will take place from 7 PM to 7 AM starting on June 3rd and last for approximately 1 week to allow the Cedars project to complete their sewer connection. 👷 Please seek an alternate route when traveling, watch for crews working in the area, and adhere to all road closure signs and barricades for your safety....

Buncombe County Sports Park Updates: After a brief closure due to hydroseeding, the large dog park at Buncombe County Sports Park is officially reopening next Wednesday, June 5! Additionally, new benches have been installed throughout the disc golf course at Buncombe County Sports Park....

The Downtown Waynesville Association invites you to the unveiling of the new "Gateway to the Smokies" arch at 30 S. Main Street. Be there at 5:30 PM on June 1 to witness this exciting moment! 🎶 The Blue Ridge Big Band will be providing live music, and there will be five amazing food trucks: Ben's Backdraft BBQ, Frozen Josie's, Ruthie's Kettle Corn, The Cheesecake Mousse, and Grillmore Gills. 🚚🍔🍿🍦...