Vaya Health Receives Federal Grant to Fight Homelessness
Eight Western North Carolina counties will soon have additional resources to combat homelessness and help residents stay safer and healthier in light of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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NCDA&CS Offers Organic Certification Cost-share Assistance
Organic growers in North Carolina can apply for partial reimbursement of the cost of becoming certified or for recertification through a program offered by the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
Local Drinking Water Treatment Plants Among Those Recognized by the State
N.C. Division of Water Resources has honored 55 water treatment plants for surpassing federal and state drinking water standards in 2019.
Court Said Felons Who Only Owe Fees Can Vote in NC, But Making It Happen Involves Obstacles
For the first election in 143 years, some people currently serving felony sentences will be able to vote in a North Carolina election.
Nominations Open for American Red Cross Salute to WNC Heroes
Throughout our community, ordinary people perform extraordinary acts every day. The American Red Cross serving Western North Carolina needs your help in identifying and recognizing local heroes.
Applications Now Open for New Rent and Utility Assistance Program
Applications are now being accepted for the N.C. Housing Opportunities and Prevention of Evictions (HOPE) Program, which will assist eligible low- and- moderate-income renters experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19.
2020 Bearfootin’ Virtual Bear Auction
Each year, the downtown program hosts a live auction to raise funds for the Bearfootin’ Art Walk and the many non-profits that the bears represent.
Early Voting Gets Underway in North Carolina
The 2020 early voting period is underway in North Carolina. Early voting sites will be open every day until Oct. 31.
Hendersonville Restaurants That Are Open For Takeout, Dine-in, and Outdoor Eats
In addition to takeout and delivery, many of Hendersonville’s restaurants have reopened for indoor and outdoor dining service!
Blue Ridge Community College Establishes Deputy Ryan Hendrix Scholarship Fund
To honor the life of Henderson County Sheriff’s Deputy Ryan Hendrix, killed in the line of duty on Sept. 10, 2020, Blue Ridge Community College has established the Deputy Ryan Hendrix Scholarship Fund.
Ten Tips for In-Person Early Voters in North Carolina
North Carolina’s 17-day, in-person early voting period begins Thursday, October 15, and ends Saturday, October 31.
SlowCOVIDNC Surpasses 100,000 Downloads; State Health Officials Encourage North Carolinians to Use Exposure Notification App
More than 100,000 people have downloaded SlowCOVIDNC, the official exposure notification app of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.
NCDA&CS Offers Organic Certification Cost-share Assistance
Organic growers in North Carolina can apply for partial reimbursement of the cost of becoming certified or for recertification through a program offered by the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
Local Drinking Water Treatment Plants Among Those Recognized by the State
N.C. Division of Water Resources has honored 55 water treatment plants for surpassing federal and state drinking water standards in 2019.
Court Said Felons Who Only Owe Fees Can Vote in NC, But Making It Happen Involves Obstacles
For the first election in 143 years, some people currently serving felony sentences will be able to vote in a North Carolina election.
Nominations Open for American Red Cross Salute to WNC Heroes
Throughout our community, ordinary people perform extraordinary acts every day. The American Red Cross serving Western North Carolina needs your help in identifying and recognizing local heroes.
Applications Now Open for New Rent and Utility Assistance Program
Applications are now being accepted for the N.C. Housing Opportunities and Prevention of Evictions (HOPE) Program, which will assist eligible low- and- moderate-income renters experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19.
2020 Bearfootin’ Virtual Bear Auction
Each year, the downtown program hosts a live auction to raise funds for the Bearfootin’ Art Walk and the many non-profits that the bears represent.
Early Voting Gets Underway in North Carolina
The 2020 early voting period is underway in North Carolina. Early voting sites will be open every day until Oct. 31.
Hendersonville Restaurants That Are Open For Takeout, Dine-in, and Outdoor Eats
In addition to takeout and delivery, many of Hendersonville’s restaurants have reopened for indoor and outdoor dining service!
Blue Ridge Community College Establishes Deputy Ryan Hendrix Scholarship Fund
To honor the life of Henderson County Sheriff’s Deputy Ryan Hendrix, killed in the line of duty on Sept. 10, 2020, Blue Ridge Community College has established the Deputy Ryan Hendrix Scholarship Fund.
Ten Tips for In-Person Early Voters in North Carolina
North Carolina’s 17-day, in-person early voting period begins Thursday, October 15, and ends Saturday, October 31.
SlowCOVIDNC Surpasses 100,000 Downloads; State Health Officials Encourage North Carolinians to Use Exposure Notification App
More than 100,000 people have downloaded SlowCOVIDNC, the official exposure notification app of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.
