Lifestyle News

Asheville -- Help support affordable housing while having a great time! Every donation will directly support the building of Asheville Habitat's 21st Women Build house in our growing Glenn Bridge neighborhood.

Henderson County -- The Henderson County Department of Public Health is offering free QPR—Suicide Prevention Training on Friday, May 30, at 9 a.m., and you’re invited. QPR stands for: Question. Persuade. Refer.

Buncombe County --  Access to vital public health services has taken a significant step forward in Buncombe County with the launch of the "Public Health on Wheels" mobile unit. Rolling out in May/June 2024, this initiative by the Buncombe County Department of Health and Human Services is designed to bring essential care directly to residents, particularly those in historically underserved, low-income, and rural areas.   

Haywood County --  Press Release Haywood County Government: At 97 years young, Charles Matlack isn’t slowing down—in fact, he’s in the middle of his 15th year of friendly competition at the Haywood County Senior Games.

Asheville -- Asheville Humane Society is excited to announce its participation in the Paws in the Field Challenge, a national initiative to increase the number of lost dogs who are returned home.

Haywood County --  Forget spring cleaning, Cataloochee Ski Area is doing some major spring building! As the wildflowers begin to bloom across the mountains and the temperatures rise, crews in Haywood County are already getting underway with an exciting construction project.

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!