Issues and Programs Report

Issues and Programs Report, April, May, June, 2nd Quarter, 2018.

WISE-AM, WYSE-AM Report compiled by Bill McClement

Public Affairs Program: Asheville Area Focus, airs on Sunday mornings at 5:00 a.m. Program Length: 20 minutes

4/1/2018—–Nathan Ramsey, Director, Mountain Area Workforce Development Board. A 29 member board of private sector employers, education Officials and others work to promote career fairs, employer open houses And other programs to introduce employers to potential employees.

4/8/2018——Sam Powers, Economic and Community Development Director for The City of Asheville discusses projects for the city’s downtown Area including new hotels, residential, commercial and restaurant Projects. The expansion of projects along the city’s south slope area And downtown parking are also discussed.

4//15/2018—–April Burgess Johnson of Helpmate discusses a more than 60 percent Rise in domestic abuse cases since 2013 and the creation of the Buncombe County Justice Center on Woodfin Street which puts all services for Domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse programs under one roof.

4/22/2018—–Kelley Klope, Asheville Fire Department. Tom Tesser, Organizer of a demonstration day in the parking lot of the Buncombe County Family Justice Center with Firefighting Equipment, Fire Education exhibits, games And more.

4/29/2018—–Jim Barrett, Pisgah Legal Service. The agency which provides legal Assistance for clients who cannot afford it for a variety of legal matters Is celebrating it’s 40th anniversary. Clients receive assistance in child Custody cases, immigration, domestic violence, landlord disputes and More. 5/6/2018——Sam Powers, Economic and Community Development Director for The City of Asheville discusses projects for the city’s downtown Area including new hotels, residential, commercial and restaurant
Projects. The expansion of projects along the city’s south slope area And downtown parking are also discussed.

5/13/2018—– Meghan Rogers, Asheville Downtown Association Executive Director. The Friday Downtown After 5 summer concert series, Tuesday Evening Concert Series at Pritchard Park, other Events offered by the Association.

5/20/2018—–Sarah Bennett, WIC Program Supervisor for Buncombe County. The Federal Nutrition Program is going to a new debit card system for use By benefit recipients. The new program makes it easier to track purchases And works with cash registers on integrated networks to track purchases And ease the process for recipients.

5/27/2018——Dr. Jennifer Mullendore, Buncombe County Department of Health And Human Services on an outbreak of pertussis or whooping cough In the area. 11 confirmed cases in recent weeks. Advice on being up To date on vaccinations and treatment of the illness.

6/3/2018———Jodi Ford, Children First, Communities in School. The spokeswoman Discusses a food drive to collect food, snacks and other nutritional items For children in Asheville and Buncombe County during the summer.

6/10/2018——-Dr. Alex Schneider, Medical Director, Stroke Program, Mission Health. Registered Nurse Robin Jones, Manager, Stroke Program, Mission Health. Recognizing signs of stroke, treatment advances, follow up, rehabilitation And other programs.

6/17/2018——Alex Comfort from Western Carolina University will be offering a One-day seminar on hiring effective nonprofit leaders on August 31st At the WCU Instruction site in Biltmore Park in Asheville. The program Will focus on ways to raise funds, manage employees and other effective Leadership goals for agencies which make up 10% of the workforce.

6/24/2018—–Ashley Featherstone, WNC Regional Air Quality Agency. New Monitoring equipment installed for checking air quality in the Region, history of the agency, trends in air quality in the area and Improvements in fuels and pollution controls to limit air pollution.

Public Service Announcements: WISE-WYSE-AM places Community Events and Public Service Announcements on its website. Participants log onto AshevilleResults.com and submit their announcements for review. Information is reviewed and posted to Radio station website under Community listing. 2nd Quarter PSA’s.

A Pathway to a Cleaner Energy Future for North Carolina
Dave Rogers will present highlights from the Sierra Club’s recent report, “A Pathway to a Cleaner Energy Future for North Carolina.” Rogers is the North Carolina Campaign Representative for the Sierra Club’s Beyond Coal campaign.
The Sierra Club’s mission is to explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; to practice/promote the responsible use of the earth’s ecosystems and resources; to educate/enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.
4/5/18
Pardee UNC Health Care Head and Neck Cancer Screening
Pardee UNC Health Care will host a head and neck cancer screening on Tuesday, April 10 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Pardee Cancer Center, located at 805 6th Avenue West in Hendersonville. Many head and neck cancers are linked to HPV, alcohol and tobacco use, or sun exposure, and can potentially be cured if found early. Screenings are free and open to the public. Spanish interpretation services will be available free of charge. To schedule a screening, please register online at www.pardeehospital.org/classes-events. For more information, call 828-698-7317.
4/10/18
Organic Growers School’s Homestead Tours
Organic Growers School’s Homestead Tours showcases how home-growers in Western North Carolina are transforming their land into thriving, productive, and resilient ecosystems. Our goal is to inspire you to embark on your own homesteading journey.
Organic Growers School is the premiere provider of practical and affordable organic education in the Southern Appalachians, building a vibrant food & farming community by boosting the success of organic home growers and farmers in our region.
4/14/18
Folkmoot Friendship Dinner
Tickets for this Friendship Dinner are $25 for adult, $20 for students and $30 at the door. Tickets can be purchased at Folkmoot.org or by calling 828-452-2997. Seating is limited, so advance purchase is advised.
Join Folkmoot at the Elevated Mountain Distillery in Maggie Valley for Barbeque and Bluegrass an Appalachian Friendship Dinner, April 14 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm.
4/14/18
MS Walk and Wellness
Hosted by the National MS Society and the MS Community of WNC will be held Sunday, April 15, 2018 from 1:00pm-5:00pm at Fletcher Community Park in Fletcher, NC.
Individuals and families of those with MS will learn about local resources from on-site local health professionals who will offer tips and demonstrations in their areas of expertise.
Enjoy all this while advancing MS Research for furthering treatment options and ultimately finding a cure.
4/15/18
Look and See: A Portrait of Wendell Berry
Organic Growers School will be screening Look & See: A Portrait of Wendell Berry on April 22, 2018, from 5:30-8:30 PM at the Lenoir-Rhyne University Asheville campus. A panel discussion with local farmers, activists, and writers will follow the film.
Organic Growers School inspires, educates, and supports people to farm, garden, and live organically.
4/22/18
Dementia Education Symposium “On the Journey”
Join the Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter for its Dementia Education Symposium “On the Journey” to learn more about research, caregiving practices, and tools to assist in the journey with Alzheimer’s. Geared for healthcare professionals.
About Us – The Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter The Alzheimer’s Association is the premier source of information and support for the 5.4 million Americans with Alzheimer’s Disease and related disorders. The National organization was founded in 1980 as a non-profit organization and is the largest private supporter of Alzheimer’s research. The Western Carolina Chapter provides patient and family services, information and referral, education, and advocacy in the 49 western North Carolina counties serving over 100,000 people living with Alzheimer’s disease. We provide a variety of services including a 24-Hour Helpline, support groups, educational programs, and MedicAlert®. We offer opportunities to get involved and to make a difference.
4/25/18
FREE Community Lunch and Learn – Lecture on Cancer – Palliative Care Opportunities
This talk will address common myths of palliative and hospice care and explore multiple points along the health trajectory of a patient when a team might consider a palliative care consult. We will consider possible sources of suffering and interventions.
RSVP at 828-696-1341 or online at www.unccn.org/events
4/27/18
UNC Asheville Student Art & Pottery Sale
The annual spring UNC Asheville Student Art and Pottery Sale will be held Friday, April 27, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, and Saturday, April 28, from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm, in the Tucker Cooke Gallery, located on the ground floor in Owen Hall, corner of University Heights and Edgewood Rd. A wide variety of functional and decorative pottery, drawings, prints, paintings, photography, glass and sculpture crafted by UNC Asheville students will be on sale with pieces beginning at $5. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Department of Art and Art History. The sale is open to the public.
4/27-28/18
Free Shredding Event
Many of the documents we keep contain sensitive personal information and Better Business Bureau is making it easy for you to safely dispose of it all at its free shredding event. This free event will take place on Saturday, April 28th from 10am to 12pm at the BBB office in Asheville, 112 Executive Park, Asheville, NC 28801, telephone 828-253-2392. Each car can bring up to four bankers boxes of papers to shred. It will all be safely and securely shredded onsite and recycled.
4/28/18
Disney Institute: Disney’s Approach to Employee Engagement
In response to an extremely low regional unemployment rate of 3.9 percent and an expressed need from area companies to find and retain right-fit employees, Blue Ridge Community College’s Professional Development Institute announced that Disney Institute will return to campus to present “Disney’s Approach to Employee Engagement.” The day-long training event will take place on Wednesday, May 2 in the Blue Ridge Conference Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The seminar will share Disney’s secrets to attracting, retaining and developing employees dedicated to a company’s vision. Tickets are $395 per person and include all course materials, lunch, and parking. Additionally, companies can register for a table of six and receive the sixth ticket free. Register online at blueridge.edu/Disney or call (828) 694-1779 for more information.
5/2/18
Wildflowers, Trees and Critters
Scott Dean offers a program that focuses on “Wildflowers, Trees & Critters” and how they work together in the natural environment. He’ll look at the three upcoming seasons in the southern Appalachians.
The Sierra Club’s mission is to explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; to practice/promote the responsible use of the earth’s ecosystems and resources; to educate/enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.
5/3/18
Smoked Chicken Dinner and Bake Sale
Smoked Chicken Dinner & Bake Sale SATURDAY – May 5, 2018 11:00 am – 3:00 pm ASHEVILLE MENNONITE CHURCH
49 BULL MOUNTAIN RD. ASHEVILLE, NC 28805 Dinners include: homemade coleslaw, homemade baked beans and a roll. ¼ Chicken Dinner – $8.00 – ½ Chicken Dinner – $10.00 – ½ Chicken -$6.00 – Baked Goods – HUNDREDS of homemade Pies, Cakes, Cookies, Breads, Rolls – proceeds go towards missions– –both locally and globally– More Info: 828-301-8973 CASH OR CHECK ONLY
5/5/18
Speak Your Peace
The Mediation Center presents author and criminal justice reform activist Susan Burton at its annual “Speak Your Peace” event. Burton is an advocate for restoring civil and human rights to formerly incarcerated people.
The Mediation helps people find common ground and move through tough conflicts.
5/7/18
VA2K Walk and Roll
The annual VA2K Walk & Roll is a walk of approximately 1.2 miles that encourages people to live active lifestyles. It also allows participants to support homeless Veterans through voluntary donations of food and clothing items. The 8th annual VA2K Walk & Roll is a free event open to the community. Rain or shine event will be held on May 16th from 11:00 am- 1:00pm located at 1100 Tunnel Rd. VAMC campus.
5/16/18
St Paul’s Episcopal Yard Sale
St Paul’s Episcopal Church in Edneyville will have their semi-annual Yard Sale on May 18 and 19th at Freeman’s Apple House 3016 Chimney Rock Rd ( Hwy 64 East)
Hours:
Friday 8am – 3pm
Saturday 8am – 12noon
Furniture
Appliances/TVs
Kitchen goods
5/18-19/18
Blue Horizons Project
This program will detail how the new Blue Horizons Project will lead WNC to a cleaner energy future. Speakers are City Councilwoman Julie Mayfield, County Commission Chair Brownie Newman, and Dustrict Manager Jason Walls Duke Energy.
The Sierra Club’s mission is to explore, enjoy and protect the wild places of the earth.
6/7/18
St. Johns Episcopal Church Dinner and Storytelling
A dinner and a storytelling concert for older youth and adults, featuring nationally acclaimed storyteller David Novak, Friday, June 22, St. Johns Episcopal Church, 290 Old Haw Creek Rd., Asheville, NC. $20 Reservations suggested (828-777-9177)
St. Johns is an active church which provides many ministries to the community This benefit will support those ministries.
6/22/18
Drums and Dragons
Drums and Dragons is an event designed to raise funding to support our mission of serving others. Dragon boat racing is fast, fun and exciting and open to all skill levels. We even have a 92 year-old racing for the second year now!
CarePartners Foundation is committed to preserving the availability of post-acute healthcare in Western North Carolina by working with donors to fund vital services. We focus on the needs of those who receive care from CarePartners, which provides Rehabilitation, Home Health, Adult Care and Hospice. We also make grants to community agencies working to improve the health and well-being of people in Western North Carolina. We are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.
6/22/18
Williams Syndrome Craft and Social
Family Friendly – Food Truck – Mobile Crafts Booth – Raffle – T-shirt Sales – Silent Auction. Activities for kids of all ages. All proceeds benefit the Williams Syndrome Association williams-syndrome.org
We are a benefit event to raise money for the Williams Syndrome Association, which offers support and resources for people affected by Williams Syndrome, including individuals, families, educators, doctors, specialists, and researchers.
6/23/18
Appalachian Trail Conservancy Backpacking Course
The ATC is currently accepting applications for novice hikers interested in a 3 day/2-night led backpacking course to prepare them for a long-distance hike. The courses will help new hikers feel prepared to successfully hike the A.T. with confidence.
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy’s mission is to preserve and manage the Appalachian Trail – ensuring that its vast natural beauty and priceless cultural heritage can be shared and enjoyed today, tomorrow, and for centuries to come.
6/8-10/8/18
Head Start/Early Head Start
Head Start/Early Head Start is enrolling for our 2018-2019 school year! We serve children from birth to age 5 in Haywood and Jackson Counties. Head Start/Early Head Start provides children from low-income families a chance to be well prepared when it’s time for Kindergarten.
Head Start/Early Head Start is FREE Monday-Friday 8:00-3:00 for income eligible families! Call 828-456-4546 for more information and to schedule an appointment to apply.
6/12-8/31/18
Pardee UNC Health Care to Host Free “Cancer Conversations” Webinar
Pardee UNC Health Care will host “Cancer Conversations,” a monthly educational webinar series in partnership with UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, on Friday, June 29 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. in Pardee’s videoconference room, located at 800 N. Justice Street. This month’s webinar will focus on cancer myths and facts. The program is free and open to the public.
Free lunch will be provided to attendees who RSVP by Wednesday, June 27. To RSVP, contact Carol Brown, cancer program and physician CME coordinator, at 828-696-1341 or carol.brown@unchealth.unc.edu. For more information about the webinars, visit unclineberger.org/unccn/community-events/cancer-conversations.
Pardee UNC Health Care is a not-for-profit community hospital founded in 1953 and is managed by UNC Health Care. The hospital is licensed for 222 acute care beds. Pardee has several locations separate from the main campus, including a comprehensive physician practice network, a cancer center, three urgent care locations and five orthopedic clinics. For more information or to find a physician, visit www.pardeehospital.org.
6/29/18
The Firecracker 5K
The Firecracker 5K race in the neighborhoods and streets of downtown Weaverville is planned for Wednesday, July 4, beginning at 8 a.m. from PNC Bank on Weaver Boulevard in Weaverville. Funds raised will be used for scholarships for students.
The Kwanis Club’s mission is to provide services for children and young people of our community, primarily by awarding scholarships for students going on from high school to college or community college.
7/4/18
Monthly Bariatric Support Groups
Pardee Bariatrics & Weight Loss will host monthly bariatric support group meetings beginning Wednesday, May 16 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Mission Pardee Health Campus, located at 2775 Hendersonville Road (second floor) in Arden. The support group will meet the third Wednesday of every month. Meetings are free and open to the public; walk-ins are welcome and no registration is required. Attendees are invited to bring a family member or friend.
The first meeting will cover “Navigating Eating in Social Settings.” Pardee’s bariatric dietitian will teach attendees how to stay on track with their bariatric meal plan during challenging social situations, whether they are in the pre-surgery or postoperative phase of the program. Visit www.pardeehospital.org/classes-events to view support group topics for the remainder of the year. For more information, call 828-694-8436 or visit www.pardeehospital.org/bariatrics.
7/18/18
Folkmoot
The 2018 Folkmoot festival dates are July 19 – 29 and feature cultural ambassadors/dance performing groups from Ghana, Italy, Czech Republic, Mexico, Venezuela and Northern Cyprus, Thailand and local Appalachian and Cherokee dancers and musicians.
Folkmoot is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that fosters the vibrancy of many cultures into one community. Folkmoot programs are based on cultural exchange and designed to build global relationships, foster cultural understanding and develop community prosperity.
7/19-29/18
Crazy Scramble Golf Experience
Crazy Scramble Golf Experience with a different fun game on each hole. Live Leaderboards provided by LeaderboardKing. Golf, Food, Beverages, On-Course Games, lots of Prizes, LOTS of Fun! All proceeds benefit the Reynolds Volunteer Fire Department.
Reynolds Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary – “We strive to serve those who serve our community.”
8/4/18
5th Annual 80s Flashback 8K
Frankie says RELAX! It’s just 5 miles! That’s totally AWESOME, gnarly, rad 5 mile course along the Little Tennessee River.
Join us for the 5th Annual 80s Flashback 8K: Race day registration starts at 5:00pm & The 8K starts at 6:00pm
Our Mission is to raise funds to help the mission of the Greenville Shriners Hospital.
8/4/18
5th Annual Harvest Conference
The Organic Growers School’s 5th Annual Harvest Conference is happening September 7-8th at Warren Wilson College. Register for one of three immersive 2-day workshops on the topics of Mushrooms, Sustainable Poultry, or Digestive Healing Cooking.
Organic Growers School inspires, educates, and supports people to farm, garden, and live organically.
9/7-8/18
Walk to End Alzheimer’s Asheville
It’s not too early to sign up for the 2018 Walk to End Alzheimer’s®. The Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter is inviting Buncombe and Henderson County residents to turn their communities into a sea of purple and help fight Alzheimer’s at a Walk in their community. The Walk in Asheville will take place on Saturday, Sept. 15 at Pack Square Park and in Hendersonville on Saturday, Sept. 29 at Jackson Park. Check in opens at 9:00AM and the Walks start at 10:30AM.
Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® participants will complete a one- to two-mile walk and will learn about Alzheimer’s disease, advocacy opportunities, clinical studies enrollment, and support programs and services from the Alzheimer’s Association. Walk participants will also join in a meaningful tribute ceremony to honor those affected by Alzheimer’s disease.
To sign up as a walker or Team Captain or to learn more about becoming a sponsor or volunteer, visit alz.org/walk or call 800272-3900.

Other Programming of Community importance during the 2nd Quarter, 2018

The Following is a list of Promotions in the 2nd Quarter of 2018. For WISE-AM, WYSE-AM.

WISE SPORTS RADIO  RACE TO THE TAPS – PISGAH BREWING 4/1 – 4/28 Planned, and promoted second of fourrace running series that promotes local business, community fitness, and financially supporting Kiwanis Club, Children First, and Go! Green Opportunities. Supported on-air, online, social media, and station e-blasts.  BEER CITY SCIENCE PUB 4/1 – 6/30 Covered monthly sessions on varying scientific topics by Asheville Museum of Science.  Mountain Sports Festival 4/30 – 5/27 promoted the local event which celebrates all different types of sporting events. Benefits non-profits and raises money for scholarship funds for local students.  UNITED WAY GOLF TOURNAMENT 4/1 -5/8 promoted United Way of Asheville Buncombe County Golf Tournament online and on-air  Java for Justice 4/25 – 5/18 promoted and supported onsite Pisgah Legal Service’s annual event to raise money to assist those in crisis

Non-Paid Commercial Schedules for Organizations in the area. The following is a list of Events/Causes/Organizations receiving free air time during 2nd quarter, 2018.

Adventure Center of Asheville – Zipping for Autism – ALL STATIONS – 15 spot/wk – :15’s – 6a-10p – 5/8/18-5/12/18 Asheville Human Society – Pet Photo contest – WISE/WOXL-HD2/WOXL – 14 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-mid – 4/30/18-5/12/18 Mountain Sports Festival – Mtn Sports Fest – ALL STATIONS – 51 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-mid – 5/14/18-5/27/18 Riverlink – River Music – ALL STATIONS – 25 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-mid – 6/4/18-9/7/18 Station Promos – Manna Blue Jean Ball – ALL STATIONS – 12 spots/wk – :15’s – 6a-10p – 5/5/185/12/18 Station Promos – Make a Wish Trailblazer – ALL STATIONS – 15 spots/wk – :30’s – 7a-9p – 5/10/18-5/14/18 Stations Promos – Manna Blue Jean Ball :30 – ALL STATIONS – 24 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-11p – 5/11/18-5/28/18
Station Promos – AMOS Under the Stars – WTMT-HD2/WISE/WOXL-HD3/WOXL-HD2 – 12 spots/wk – :15’s – 6a-7p – 5/27/18-6/10/18 Station Promos – Walk a Mile for OUR VOICE – ALL STATIONS – 15 spots/wk – :15’s – 5amid – 6/4/18-6/10/18

Issues and Programs Report, July, August, September, 3^rd Quarter, 2017.

WISE-AM, WYSE-AM

Report compiled by Bill McClement

Public Affairs Program: Asheville Area Focus,

airs on Sunday mornings at 5:00 a.m. Program Length: 20 minutes

7/2/2017——Homeward Bound fund to help combat homelessness in the

Asheville area. Ryan McCullough of Keller Williams Associates

Real Estate and Zachary Adam of Prime Mortgage Lending discuss

Efforts to seek donations for the fund.

7/9/2017——-Jerry Vehaun., Buncombe County Emergency Management Director

Discusses an update to the county disaster plan. Modifications are

Made every few years to update agency contacts, adjustments in how

Various disasters are handled, etc.

7/16/2017——-David Weldon, UNC-Asheville Emergency Management Director.

Plans for a drill on campus and with area emergency agencies and the

Hospital system to test the readiness of emergency care providers.

7/23/2017—–State Trooper Kelly Rhodes, NC Highway Patrol. Traffic Safety

Tips and statistics on accidents, injuries and fatalities for the first

Six months of the year in troop G, which includes 17 western North

Carolina Counties.

7/30/2017——Cynthia Lopez, Human Resources Director, Buncombe County

Schools. The School System is hosting a job fair on Monday,

August 14^th. The system is trying to fill positions in administrative,

Maintenance, bus drivers and support positions, plus fill some

Teaching positions, permanent and substitute.

8/6/2017——-Repeat of July 30^th Program.

8/13/2017——Fonda Durner, Director of Transportation, Buncombe County

Schools, plans for the 2017-18 school year, adjustments to bus

Routes, school bus safety information, training for new drivers.

8/20/2017—-Brian Hart, UNC-Asheville Observatory. Preview of the solar eclipse

Happening in the area tomorrow, plus some of the programs dealing with

Star gazing and astronomy in general available at the Observatory and

Through related clubs and agencies.

8/27/2017—-Doctor Tony Baldwin, Superintendent, Buncombe County Schools.

The start of the new school year for 26,000 students in public schools,

Summer construction projects, enrollment expectations, Science and

Math program updates.

9/3/2017——-Lucy Murphy, Eliada Home for Children. Upcoming fundraising

Event, enrollment, programs for children who reside at Eliada, history of

The campus in Asheville.

9/10/2017——-Ken Putnam, Transportation Director, City of Asheville. Two upcoming

Public hearings about increased route additions in the evenings and on

Sundays and Holidays, installation of new credit-card parking meters and

Instant access at city parking garages with an off-site attendant to assist

Customers.

9/17/2017——-Lee Ann Donnely, Biltmore Estate. New exhibits planned for the 2018

Season at the Estate. Upcoming Holiday events, tours, attendance

Figures and employment opportunities.

9/24/2017——-Demp Bradford, Asheville Buncombe Regional Sports Commission.

Details about the upcoming Mountain Invitational basketball tournament

On December 17^th. Four teams will play non-conference matchup in an

Afternoon event at the US Cellular Center in Downtown Asheville. Plans

For the upcoming 2018 Southern Conference Tournament and other

Sports Tourism projects for the area.

Public Service Announcements: WISE-WYSE-AM places Community Events and Public

Service Announcements on its website. Participants log onto AshevilleResults.com and submit their announcements for review. Information is reviewed and posted to

Radio station website under Community listing. 3rd Quarter PSA’s.

3rd Annual Asheville Jazz Orchestra Independence Day Concert

Asheville Jazz Orchestra will perform their 3rd annual Independence Day Concert, featuring arrangements in a big band style from the WWII era. Free concert. Donations accepted to support AJO and ABBCM Veterans Ministry.

7/2/17

Farm Beginnings Farmer Training Program

Looking to launch or expand your farming business?
Join this 210+ hour Farm Beginnings® Farmer Training Program!

EARLY BIRD APPLICATIONS DUE BY AUGUST 1. Receive $100 off the course fee!
www.organicgrowersschool.org/farm-beginnings

7/8/17

Folkmoot 2017

The 2017 festival dates are July 20 – 30 and feature cultural ambassadors/dance performing groups from India, Netherlands, Slovenia, Argentina, Russia, Israel, Taiwan, Wales and local Appalachian and Cherokee dancers and musicians.

Named by USA Today as one of the Top Twenty Festivals in North Carolina, Folkmoot is a ten-day event, held across the mountains of Western North Carolina in Waynesville, Clyde, Lake Junaluska, Maggie Valley, Canton, Cherokee, Franklin, Hickory, Asheville, and Hendersonville, plus a first performance in Greenville, South Carolina.

7/20-30/17

Southern Highland Craft Fair

The Craft Fair of the Southern Highlands is celebrating 70 years of fine craft. The Fair showcases handmade work from nearly 200 makers of the Southern Highland Craft Guild. Opening July 21st through 23rd at the US Cellular Center. Information at craftguild.org

7/21-23/17

Sierra Club Picnic

Come to the Sierra Club Picnic. This event is free and will be held rain or shine. Please bring a pot luck dish to share and your own place settings.

The Sierra Club’s mission is to explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; to practice/promote the responsible use of the earth’s ecosystems and resources; to educate/enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.

Event at Blue Ridge Parkway Sheltered Picnic Grounds on Bull Mt. Rd. near the VA Hospital on Riceville Rd., Asheville.

7/22/17

Affordable Home Repair Program

Habitat seeks Home Repair applicants: If limited income has prevented you from making necessary repairs to your home, Habitat might be able to help — with 0% interest financing, low monthly payments & no down payment. Info at ashevillehabitat.org.

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity’s mission is to bring people together to build homes, communities and hope.

7/24-9/25/17

Head Start/Early Head Start Enrollment

Head Start/Early Head Start is enrolling for our 2017-2018 school year! We serve children from birth to age 5 in Haywood and Jackson Counties. Head Start/Early Head Start provides children from low-income families a chance to be well prepared when it’s time for Kindergarten.

Each child receives health, dental and developmental screenings with follow-up as required. Our program is FREE for income eligible families! To apply in Haywood County, call 828-452-1447 in Jackson County call 828-586-2835.

7/25–8/31/17

The Sierra Club presents Robert Cabin

The Sierra Club presents Robert Cabin, Professor of Ecology & Environmental Studies at Brevard College, who will discuss the power and limitations of science to address climate change.

The WNC Sierra Club’s mission is to explore, enjoy, and protect the wild places of the earth; to practice/promote the responsible use of the earth’s ecosystems and resources; to educate/enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out these objectives.

8/2/17

Come to Leicester Studio Tour

The Come to Leicester studio tour is held every year on the third weekend in August; for 2017, that is 19-20 August. We welcome you to our open studios so that you can enjoy our work. Come to Leicester to see for yourself!

8/19-20/17

Mission Health Career Fair

Mission Health is hosting a career fair featuring opportunities in its Emergency Services programs on Friday, Aug. 25 from 4-8 p.m. at the Mission Health A-B Tech Conference Center at 340 Victoria Road in Asheville. Call (828) 213-4612 for more info.

8/25/17

Labor Day Weekend Rummage Sale

Labor Day Weekend Rummage Sale, Oldest and biggest rummage sale in Asheville. Lots of great bargains on quality household items, fashionable clothing, kids stuff, garden and pet things, artwork & much more. Always a treasure hunt! Free parking.

9/3-4/17

Pana Columbus and Dave Erb

Pana Columbus and Dave Erb will present an optimistic, achievable vision of first steps toward transforming transportation in western North Carolina and beyond.

9/6/17

Healing with the 5 Elements

Join us for Healing with the 5 Elements to explore Power of Traditional Chinese Medicine with Patricia Kyritsi Howell. We’ll discover the essential energy and rhythm of the Earth elements and how they manifest in and profoundly affect our well-being.

Organic Growers School inspires, educates, and supports people to farm, garden, and live organically. We are building a mutually supportive network of prosperous farmers, productive gardeners and informed consumers engaged in creating healthy communities.

9/8/17

Wild Food Forage Adventure

Wild Food Forage Adventure with Alan Muskat. Held on Friday, September 8th, 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM, at Warren Wilson College. Let America’s leading philosoforager guide you on a woodland shopping spree to gather edible wild plants, wild herbs, and mushrooms.

9/8/17

Fall and Winter Gardening Workshop

Join us for a workshop on Fall & Winter Gardening: Yes, You Can! with Diana Schmidt McCall. Discover when to seed and transplant, which vegetables to plant, site location, sunlight consideration, plus simple techniques for winter protection and more.

9/8/17

4th Annual Harvest Conference

Urban growers, homesteaders, gardeners of all stripes choose from more than 20 classes on organic living: fall/winter growing, food prep/preservation, fermentation, homesteading, self reliance and more — all at our 4th Annual Harvest Conference.

Organic Growers School is the premiere provider of practical and affordable organic education in the Southern Appalachians, building a vibrant food & farming community by boosting the success of organic home growers and farmers in our region.

9/9/17

National Telecommuting Institute Work Placement Program

National Telecommuting Institute recently partnered with American rock band ‘Portugal. The Man’ on a PSA to increase awareness of NTI’s ability to help Americans with disabilities back to work. The band was recently on both “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” and “Conan” showcasing their #1 Billboard Chart song Feel it Still. Eric Howk, guitarist for PTM, recorded the PSAs. Howk can relate to NTI and the world of disability because he uses a wheelchair in day-to-day life after an accident left him paralyzed. One in 5 Americans, like Howk, struggles with disability.

National Telecommuting Institute (NTI) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide work-at-home jobs for Americans with Disabilities and Disabled Veterans.

9/13-12/31/17

Pardee UNC Health Care Free Prostate Cancer Educational Session

Pardee UNC Health Care will host a free prostate cancer educational session on Thursday, Sept. 14, at 6 p.m. in the Pardee Cancer Center, located at 805 6th Avenue West in Hendersonville.

The educational session, “The ABCs of Screening for Prostate Cancer,” is free and open to the public. Urologist W. Glover Little, M.D., will present on the who, what, when, where and why of prostate cancer, and will be available to speak one-on-one with guests afterward. Men ages 40 to 75 will have the opportunity to be pre-qualified for prostate cancer screenings. Light snacks and beverages will be served.

Pre-qualification is required for screenings and walk-ins will not be accepted. To pre-qualify, please call 828-698-7317. Spanish interpretation services are available free of charge.

For more information, go to Classes & Events at www.pardeehospital.org.

9/14/17

Buncombe Summit Hill Climb 5K on Reynolds Mountain

Proceeds will be used to buy fire extinguishers & smoke detectors for people in need. There will be fire trucks from various departments, kids agility course, and a raffle ($2,000 in prizes)

BeSafer’s mission is to raise money to buy smoke detectors and fire extinguishers for the people of Buncombe County in need. We also are raising awareness for fire prevention an education through fun activities.

9/16/17

AskTHEO Live with Spiritual Medium Sheila Gillette

AskTHEO LIVE is an intimate experience designed to inspire you to know yourself as the divine spiritual being that you are and have a more empowered connection to your soul. Don’t miss this opportunity to spend a day with like-minded seekers and awaken your intuitive abilities. You’ll be amazed at the transformations that can happen in just a few precious hours!

9/16/17

Mills River 5K/10K and One Mile Doggy Run

Fun run dedicated to the Mills River SDA School System and the Blue Ridge Humane Society. Must register by September 1st.

Children First/Communities in Schools

If you have just one hour a week, then you can steer a child toward success. Children First/CIS has opportunities for volunteers to help local children during school, after-school or with advocacy. Click on Volunteer at www.childrenfirstcisbc.org.

Children First/Communities in Schools has been empowering and advocating for children & families for over 40 years. Our goal is to provide services and resources so that students can come to school ready to learn, graduate and succeed in life and to advocate for public policies that increase family stability and economic security.

9/18/17-5/28/18

Pardee UNC Health Care Free Prostate Cancer Screenings

Pardee UNC Health Care will host free prostate cancer screenings on Tuesday, Sept. 19 and Thursday, Sept. 21, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Both events will take place at the Pardee Cancer Center, located at 805 6^th Avenue West in Hendersonville. Pre-qualification is required for screenings and walk-ins will not be accepted. To pre-qualify, please call 828-698-7317. Spanish interpretation services are available free of charge.

The free screenings are available for men ages 40 to 75 who have never been diagnosed with or had treatment for prostate cancer, and who have not had a prostate cancer screening within the last nine months. Check-ins will take place in the Cancer Center lobby and Pardee urologists John deHoll, M.D., Scott Donaldson, M.D., and Glover Little, M.D., will perform the screenings. Pardee Hospital Foundation will fund the screening expenses for participating patients. For more information, go to Classes & Events at www.pardeehospital.org.

9/19/17

Pardee UNC Health Care Free Prostate Cancer Screenings

9/21/17

Henderson County Open Studio Tour

The annual Henderson County Open Studio Tour is set for the weekend of September 23-24 with more than 50 artists in 30+ fine art and fine craft studios participating. See where artists work and how they create. Full details at hcost.org

The Art League of Henderson County works to raise the public awareness of practicing and accomplished artists in Henderson County, enrich the cultural image of the county and boost the local economy through the arts.

9/23-24/17

The North Carolina Ceramic Arts Festival

Exclusively ceramic art. The festival will feature over 20 ceramic artists from across North Carolina and the East coast who will have their work for display and sale. Food & dessert trucks, Live music and prizes.

An Asheville festival to celebrate the work of ceramic artists from all over the nation. Asheville is already known for drawing talented ceramic artists and craftspeople from all over the country to come and live and work in its thriving community. What better way to encourage and celebrate this than with a festival committed to local and national ceramic arts talent and collectors.

9/23/17

Pints and Paws for Ashevile Humane Society

Pints & Paws is an event held at Sweeten Creek Brewing for dogs and their families that will benefit animals that have not yet been blessed with a forever home. We will feature games, raffles and food. All proceeds go to AHS.

Our event, Pints & Paws, aims to raise money for animals at the Asheville Humane Society while providing family fun for people of all ages and their pets.

9/23/17

Scottish Friendship Dinner

Scottish Friendship Dinner night will feature traditional Scottish food, whiskey tasting, music, dance lessons, Scottish Heritage Presentation and more.

Folkmoot is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that fosters the vibrancy of many cultures into one community. Folkmoot programs are based on cultural exchange and designed to build global relationships, foster cultural understanding and develop community prosperity.

9/29/17

Two-Day Forest Farming Intensive

Organic Growers School is offering a two-day forest farming intensive on September 30 – October 1 at Warren Wilson College. Content is designed for beginning and advanced forest farmers. Visit www.organicgrowersschool.org for more information.

9/30-10/1/17

Rock For Rescues

This year’s RFR will feature music from Ashley Heath, Poet Radio, brief Awakening, and Fashion Bath, as well as comedy by Andrew Cummins. Sponsors include Roots Hummus, Asheville Screen Printing, Patton Ave. Pet Co., and more!

Rock For Rescues is a yearly benefit concert for the Asheville Humane Society. All the proceeds and pet supply donations go directly to AHS.

10/1/17

Fossil Fuel Divestment and Responsible Investing

Peter Krull, CEO and Director of Investments at Earth Equity Advisors (formerly Krull & Company, will discuss fossil fuel divestment and responsible investing. You’ll learn how to pick investment opportunities that are most aligned with your values.

10/4/17

More than Mindfulness Conference

RCS is excited to announce their annual More than Mindfulness Conference. This conference is for educators, mental health professionals, and parents who wish to bring mindfulness practices into their schools, organizations and homes.

Rainbow Community School (RCS) develops accomplished, confident, and creative learners who are prepared to be compassionate leaders in building a socially just, spiritually connected, and environmentally sustainable world.

10/6/17

Entry Level Agriculture Workshop

An entry level, exploratory workshop appropriate for those who want to incorporate agriculture, renewable energy, green building, land planning, and land-based living of all kinds into their lifestyle.

10/7/17

4th Annual WNC Garlic Fest

This is a food focused festival that offers an exciting and eclectic set of garlic experiences. The event is free to attend and family friendly, with the aim of getting everyone involved with local food and local business.

WNC Garlic Fest is organized and supported by Sow True Seed, a local seed company that supplies certified seed garlic and supports the mission of local and sustainable food systems.

10/7/17

Weaverville Police Department’s Cops for Kids Bike Run

This year’s Bike Run will be held on October 14th, 2017 at 220 Merrimon Ave. Weaverville NC 28787 Registration starts at 9 am and the 40-mile parade style ride leaves at noon. Entry fee is $10 or a new toy. Great food and door prizes!

Our mission is to provide the needed clothes, toys, and other items for Weaverville and North Buncombe underprivileged children during Christmas.

10/14/17

The Village Potters Multi-Kiln Opening Fundraiser

The Village Potters invites the art-supporting public to partner with them to raise $20,000 for scholarships in 2018. In an all-day event on Saturday, October 14, Sarah Wells Rolland will offer large-scale work fired in reduction and wood-ash kilns.

The Village Potters seek to inspire a passion for ceramic art and nurture creative exploration through education, experience, relationships, and community.

10/14/17

Carl Sandburg Heritage Golf Tournament

The Carl Sandburg Heritage Golf Tournament is the main 2017 fundraiser for the Friends of Carl Sandburg at Connemara. The tournament at Kenmure Country Club celebrates the heritage of golf in Henderson County. Details at sandburggolf.com.

The Friends of Carl Sandburg at Connemara is a volunteer support group for the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site, which is a unit of the National Park Service located in Flat Rock, North Carolina. The Friends were formed in 1988. The purpose of the Friends organization is to promote the historical, scientific, literary, educational and interpretive activities of the park.

10/7/17

4th Annual WNC Garlic Fest

WNC Garlic Fest is organized and supported by Sow True Seed, a local seed company that supplies certified seed garlic and supports the mission of local and sustainable food systems.

10/7/17

Weaverville Police Department’s Cops for Kids Bike Run

Our mission is to provide the needed clothes, toys, and other items for Weaverville and North Buncombe underprivileged children during Christmas.

10/14/17

The Village Potters Multi-Kiln Opening Fundraiser

The Village Potters seek to inspire a passion for ceramic art and nurture creative exploration through education, experience, relationships, and community.

10/14/17

Carl Sandburg Heritage Golf Tournament

10/16/17

Journey to be FREE Retreat

Our 1st annual weekend retreat offers women facing any type of cancer a weekend to be FREE from the stresses of daily life with cancer in a nurturing environment free of charge. Participants will Feel inspired, Release stress, Eat healthy, Exercise.

It is our mission to ensure that local individuals and families impacted by any type of cancer have the support, education, healthy lifestyle, social connection, resources, and community they need free of charge so that no one journeys cancer alone.

10/27-29/17

Owen Middle School Craft Fair

It’s the homespun craft fair you’ve been looking for that includes juried artisans, music, food, homemade concessions, door prizes, a raffle, and santa! Handcrafted items include pottery, metalwork, woodwork, fabrics, jewelry, and so much more!

Buncombe County Public School educating 6th – 8th grade students in the Swannanoa Valley.

12/9/17

Other Programming of Community importance during the 3rd Quarter, 2017

The Following is a list of Promotions in the 3rd Quarter of 2017. For WISE-AM, WYSE-AM.

WISE SPORTS RADIO

RACE TO THE TAPS – Oskar Blues 7/1 – 9/30 Planned, and promoted third of four-race running series that promotes local business, community fitness, and financially supporting Friends of the Smokies and Go! Green Opportunities. Supported on-air, online, social media, and station e-blasts.
BEER CITY SCIENCE PUB 7/1 -9/30 Covered monthly sessions on varying scientific topics by Asheville Museum of Science.
RIVERKEEPER BEER SERIES WEDGE AT FOUNDATION 7/1 – 7/8 Planned, promoted, and executed second river float and clean up that benefits Mountain True
RIVERKEEPER BEER SERIES WICKED WEED BEER RELEASE 7/20– 7/29 Planned, promoted, and executed a beer release that benefits Mountain True
RIVERKEEPER BEER SERIES MICHAEL FRANTI CONCERT 7/1 – 8/3 Planned, promoted, and executed Michael Franti Benefit Concert that benefits Mountain True
RIVERKEEPER BEER SERIES OSKAR BLUES 8/4 – 8/12 Planned, promoted, and executed third river float and clean up that benefits Mountain True
RIVERKEEPER BEER SERIES NEW BELGIUM 8/13 – 8/19 Planned, promoted, and executed fourth river float and clean up that benefits Mountain True
BACONFEST 2017 7/31 – 8/26 Planned, promoted, and executed a festival devoted to all things bacon with proceeds benefitting Vance Elementary School
CHAMBER CLASSIC GOLF TOURNAMENT 9/11 – 9/19 promoted and sponsored a hole at the Chamber Classic Golf Tournament which benefits the Buncombe County Chamber of Commerce
EVERGREEN CHARTER SCHOOL 9/18 -9/30 promoted fundraising day for charter schools outdoor adventure program available to all families

Non-Paid Commercial Schedules for Organizations in the area. The following is a list of Events/Causes/Organizations receiving free air time during 3rd quarter, 2017.

Gentry Heating – Affair in White – WOXL/WOXL-HD2/WTMT-HD2/WISE – 25 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-mid – 7/31/17-8/12/17

Rotary Club of Madison County – Songwriters at Highland – ALL STATIONS – 70 spots/wk – :60’s – 12a-mid – 8/12/17-8/23/17

Station Promos – RHS Foundation – ALL STATIONS – 70 spots/wk – :60’s – 6a-9p – 8/29/17-9/30/17

Station Promos – AVL Running Experience – ALL STATIONS – 9 spots/wks – :15’s – 6a-mid – 8/30/17-9/5/17

Station Promos – Walk to End Alzheimer’s – WISE/WTMT-HD2/WTMT-HD3 – 35 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-7p – 9/9/17-9/15/17

Station Promos – Evergreen Charter School – ALL STATIONS – 21 spots/wk – :15’s – 6a-10p – 9/18/17-10/6/17

Issues and Programs Report, April, May, June, 2017, Second Quarter.

WOXL-FM-HD2 on 98.1 FM

Report compiled by Bill McClement

Public Affairs Program: Asheville Area Focus,

airs on Sunday mornings at 6:30 a.m. Program Length: 20 minutes

4/2/2017——–City of Asheville Jake Rusher Park Improvement Project. Jade Dundas

And Roderick Simmons discuss an upcoming series of public meetings

To get input and report plans to the citizens.

4/9/2017——–Tina Kinsey, Director of Marketing/Public Relations and Air Service

Development at Asheville Regional Airport. 2016 was a record year

For passenger boardings. Updates on new and expanded air service,

Contruction update on the new parking deck and other updates.

4/16/2017——-Mountain Housing Opportunities Executive Director Scott Deadman

And Director of Resource Development Antanette Mosley discuss

The agency’s home improvement, home ownership and rental apartment

Unit programs.

4/23/2017——Biltmore Estate Update. A new period costume exhibit, attendance

Figures, hotel updates, festival of flowers, winery production, workplace

Employment opportunities, family history tree. LeeAnn Donnelly and

Leslie Klingner from Biltmore Estate Archives and Public Relations

Departments discuss.

4/30/2017——Erin Leonard, Director of Communications for the Asheville

Area Chamber of Commerce. Small Business week. A series

Of seminars, networking and training meetings designed for

Small business owners and operators.

5/7/2017——Judge Marvin Pope, Judge Julie Keppel, Specialty Courts in

North Carolina and their future. Bills in the Legislature to

Do away with Specialty Courts dealing with substance abuse,

Veterans issues and other issues.

5/14/2017——(repeat of 5/7 program)

5/21/2017——Meghan Rogers, Asheville Downtown Association Executive

Director. The Friday Downtown After 5 summer concert series,

Tuesday Evening Concert Series at Pritchard Park, other

Events offered by the Association.

5/28/2017——- Mountain Housing Opportunities Executive Director Scott Deadman

And Director of Resource Development Antanette Mosley discuss

The agency’s home improvement, home ownership and rental apartment

Unit programs.

6/04/2017——-Mission Health Pre-Natal Care. Jennifer Vickery on Pre-conception

Health and Lorrie Harris-Sagaribay from the Mother to Baby Program.

Both guests stressed the importance of health and wellness of mothers

To be who are planning to have a baby and discuss programs designed

To help them get the care they need.

6/11/2017——Dorothy Sudberry of the U.S. Department of Labor discusses the

Job Corps program and promotes an upcoming job fair and exhibition

At the Goodwill Training Center in West Asheville designed to link

Applicants for the Federal Job Corps Program with employers and

Agencies in the Region.

6/18/2017—–Sharon Oxendine, Rose-Marie, Vieira Western Women’s Business

Center, efforts to help Women-owned business in the region.

A Conference of workshops, guest speakers and exhibits taking

Place at US Cellular Center in Asheville on Thursday, June 22^nd.

6/25/2017—–Henderson County Heritage Museum. An exhibit marking the

50^th anniversary of the worst aviation disaster in the state of North

Carolina in the skies over Henderson County on July 19, 1967.

82 people died when a private plane collided with a jet airliner

After takeoff from Asheville Regional Airport. A program and

Museum exhibit to honor the victims and remember the efforts

Of rescue, fire and police organizations which responded.

Public Service Announcements: WOXL-FM-HD-2 places Community Events and Public

Service Announcements on its website. Participants log onto AshevilleResults.com and submit their announcements for review. Information is reviewed and posted to

Radio station website under Community listing. 2nd Quarter PSA’s.

Farm Dreams

Dreaming of starting a farm? Farm Dreams is an entry level, 5-hour, exploratory workshop is designed for people seeking practical, common sense information on sustainable farming and how to move forward.

Organic Growers School inspires, educates, and supports people to farm, garden, and live organically.

4/1/17

History of Wind and Solar Energy

Michael Shore will explore the past history of wind and solar energy, talk to its current status in today’s world and discuss what the future might hold in this arena. Shore, who co-founded First Light Solar in 2006, now is president of BarberWind.

WNC Sierra Club — Wenoca Chapter’s mission is to explore, enjoy and protect the planet. To practice and promote the responsible use of the earth’s ecosystems and resources; to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out those objectives.

4/5/17

Franklin School Founders’ Day and Mud Run!

The Franklin School of Innovation is excited to announce their annual Founders’ Day event and Mud Run. The event will include live music, games, food trucks and an obstacle course mud run.

4/23/17

Relay for Life

The American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life celebrates local cancer survivors and raises funds to end cancer. Relay funds support national research to fight cancer, in addition to funding local patient programs for those living with cancer.

Relay for Life celebrates local cancer survivors while fundraising to end cancer. It is the signature fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.

4/29/17

The Falafel 5K

The Falafel 5K is the only 5K in Asheville that ends with a Falafel sandwich. Run with us on Sunday, April 30 at 10 am at 236 Charlotte Street! A local favorite, the Falafel 5K was voted one of WNC’s best races in Mt Xpress’ 2015 ‘best of’ poll.

The Asheville Jewish Community Center provides opportunities for everyone in Western North Carolina to connect to Jewish life and culture. We focus on ensuring that community members are supported through every life stage, with programs that enhance community life and a sense of belonging.

4/30/17

Flowers, Trees, and Mountains of our Appalachian Spring

The Sierra Club will present a program on “Flowers, Trees, and Mountains of our Appalachian Spring” with Scott Dean, naturalist and photographer.

The WNC Sierra Club – Wenoca Chapter’s mission is to explore, enjoy and protect the planet. To practice and promote the responsible use of the earth’s ecosystems and resources; to educate and enlist humanity to protect and restore the quality of the natural and human environment; and to use all lawful means to carry out those objectives.

5/3/17

A Garden of Quilts

The Western North Carolina Quilters’ Guild is presenting a juried quilt show entitled “A Garden of Quilts” on May 5 (10 am – 5 pm) and May 6, 2017 (10 am – 4 pm) at Bonclarken Conference Center, Flat Rock, NC 28731. $5 admission with free parking.

The Western North Carolina Quilters Guild in Hendersonville, NC, is dedicated to understanding and learning more about quilting and perpetuating this art form. We are a group of more than 150 women and men who are interested in quilting. Our skills range from beginner to professional, but we all enjoy a good time and we’re good at sharing information and helping one another.

5/5/17

Strive Week

Strive Week, May 12-19, features event programs in Asheville, Hendersonville, Waynesville, Black Mountain, and Brevard, which all highlight the fun and exercise that we can enjoy when we park the car. Asheville on Bikes will co-host events and rides.

Strive Not To Drive, goes back 25 years in our region as an effort to encourage commuters and all travelers to go from point A to point B without a car. We encourage going by bike, foot, bus or carpool, all fueled by fun.

5/12 – 5/19/17

Spring Fling Plant Sale

Spring Fling Plant Sale will have a variety of roses, perennials, native plants, pollinators and garden implements. Buncombe Master Gardeners and Blue Ridge Rose Society members will be on hand to help in choosing the right plant for the right place.

As Master Gardener volunteers, we are part of a vast national Cooperative Extension system that seeks to help individuals, families and communities put research based knowledge to work in their lives. The Master Gardener program is supported by research based information generated at NC State University, NC A&T State University and other land-grant colleges. Our mission is to provide education and current research-based urban horticultural information for our community through the North Carolina Cooperative Extension programs and activities; while striving to improve and preserve our natural environment.

5/13/17

A Cappella Fest 2017

Presenting our 60th annual show, this year entitled “A CAPPELLA FEST 2017”, Saturday, May 13, 7:30 PM, at the DIANA WORTHAM THEATRE, 18 Biltmore Ave., Asheville. Proceeds will be donated to support music education in local high schools.

The Land of the Sky Chorus is the performance name of the Asheville Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. The Chapter is an educational and fraternal singing organization open to men who like to sing.

5/13/17

AHEPA Mother’s Day Luncheon

The Annual AHEPA Mother’s Day Luncheon will be held Sunday May 14, 2017 at the Morris Hellenic Cultural Center 227 Cumberland Avenue, in Montford from 11 am till 2 pm. Featuring Greek dishes like Lamb Shank, Pastichio, Spanakopita, Baklava, etc.

American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association”s mission is to promote the ancient Hellenic ideals of education, philanthropy, civic responsibility, integrity, and family and individual excellence through community service and volunteerism.

5/14/17

Black Mountain Garden Sale

The Garden Sale will offer a large selection of plant from returning vendors and new vendors to make this an annual event not to be missed. Free garden related workshops. Food available at the hotel. More details at blackmountainbeautification.org

A group of Black Mountain residents initiated the Black Mountain Beautification Committee in 2000 with the goal of improving the aesthetics of our community.The people of Black Mountain possess a cherished tradition of honoring the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains, all the while seeking to reflect that beauty on the streets and in the lives of its citizens. The Beautification Committee strives to maintain and nurture the town gardens, green areas and also to establish more natural gardens in designated open areas.

5/20/17

The Lord’s Acre Fundraiser!

There will be Square dancing, a raffle, and a silent auction with participation from Hi-Wire, French Broad Chocolate Lounge. Also a live auction dinner for 8 at Chestnut. Money raised funds operation expenses to continue providing food and education to those in need in WNC.

Using the garden as a platform, The Lord’s Acre is a visionary model of cooperation which educates and inspires people to address the many types of hunger through caring service and the growing and sharing of food. This is accomplished by working with schools, colleges, churches, children’s groups, similar gardens, and other organizations.

5/20/17

Weaverville Memorial Day Observance

A Memorial Day Observance will be held at Lake Louise Park in Weaverville, NC at Noon on Monday, May 29th. The program features Air Force veterans and nationally acclaimed musicians Anita and Luis Diaz from Balsam, NC.

Our mission is to enhance public awareness of sacrifices made by our military, police, firefighters, and other public servants. We do this by presenting public celebrations on Memorial Day, 9/11, and Veterans Day.

5/29/17

Spring Fling 2017

Spring festival chock full of fun including inflatables, face painting, pie throw, magic shows, live music, food trucks and more! Raffle to give away cash and prizes.

Spring Fling 2017 to benefits Weaverville Primary and Elementary Schools

6/2/17

ACR Music for the Sole 5K

Join us for our 3rd year- ACR Music for the Sole 5K. This exciting event will bring together music lovers and trail running enthusiasts as it benefits the AC Reynolds band. The first 150 participants who register for the race will be guaranteed to receive an event t-shirt.

Schedule of Fees
$25 until May 4th
$30 from May 5th through day of race.

Runners may pick up packets at AC Reynolds on Friday, June 2nd from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm outside the band room. Packets may also be picked up on Saturday morning before the race at 8:00 am.

Event Schedule
Friday, June 2nd
5:00pm to 7:00pm – Packet Pickup/Registration

Saturday, June 3rd
8:00am to 8:45am – Packet Pickup/Registration
9:00am – Race Start
10:00am Awards Ceremony

6/3/17

Prama Institute Festival

The Prama Institute will hold a free festival on Saturday, June 3rd, to celebrate its 10th anniversary. The public is invited to enjoy free yoga and meditation classes, massage, dance, music and poetry. Visit prama.org for more information.

The purpose of the Prama Institute is to engage in educational activities and social actions in order to liberate the intellect and further individual and collective welfare. These activities include public seminar and retreats, community research and development projects, personal growth services, and the dissemination of related publications and materials.

6/3/17

Just Brew!

Just Brew is a homebrew competition & tasting in Asheville benefiting Just Economics. This is not a ticketed event. You must be a 2017 Just Economics member before June 3rd indicating your interest in attending on the membership form.

Just Economics works to educate, advocate, and organize for a just and sustainable local economy that works for all in WNC.

6/3/17

MANNA’s Party for a Purpose

MANNA’s “party for a purpose”. All proceeds benefit MANNA’s mission to end hunger in WNC. Tickets are all-inclusive: food, open bar (beer and wine), and shuttle service. 21+ only. Singer Michelle Amato will front an all-star lineup of musicians.

MANNA’s mission is to involve, educate and unite people in the work of ending hunger in Western North Carolina. Our vision is a hunger-free WNC.

6/3/17

Asheville’s Energy Innovation Task Force

The Sierra Club presents an update from Asheville’s Energy Innovation Task Force about reducing energy use in Buncombe County so as to avoid construction of a new, natural gas peaking unit.

6/7/17

Better Dads Festival

A large festival in downtown Asheville featuring booths from community organizations, speakers, dancing, beer tents and music to celebrate and explore fatherhood. We have confirmed three bands so far: Lyric, Billy Jonas, and David Lamotte and Friends.

We are putting on a large festival right in downtown Asheville’s Pack Square. Our mission is to have a celebration of fatherhood by exploring, connecting and healing.

6/17/17

Powering the People

Come support Isaac Dickson Elementary School’s solar system fundraising campaign at the “Powering the People” benefit concert with Franklin’s Kite -Saturday, June 17, 7:00 PM at Asheville’s Altamont Theater.
Info at www.thealtamonttheatre.com

The Mission of Alliance of Energy Democracy is to organize and advocate at the local and state national level for an energy system that is just, equitable, participatory, sustainable and democratically controlled.

6/17/17

30th Year of Operation Blood Drive

Give blood Thursday, June 22 at Trinity Baptist and help give the gift of life. All presenting donors will receive a free T-shirt, Gift Card and chance to win a door prize! Make your appointment today at redcrossblood.org or call 1-800 RED CROSS

6/22/17

Speak to the Mountain Classic Car Show

Speak to the Mountain classic car show, car wash, and silent auction June 23-24, 2017 from 10:00AM-3:00PM daily at Cherokee Fair grounds Cherokee, NC. This is a free community event. For more info or to enter your car call: 727-439-8010.

New Song – Faith Christian International’s mission is to reach the lost with the message of the gospel of Jesus Christ with a particular emphasis on the 567 federally recognized Native American tribes in the United States.

6/23 – 24/17

Affordable Home Repair Program

Habitat is seeking applicants for its affordable Home Repair program. Services vary based on needs but may include: floor repair, heating/cooling systems repair, roof repair or modifications for accessibility. For more info click HERE.

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity’s mission is to bring people together to build homes, community and hope.

4/22 -7/1/17

Benefit for Israel Melissa

39 Riverview Dr. Asheville, 28806 YARD SALE June 30th-July 2nd
In December 2016, at the age of six, Israel Melissa was struck by a car and lost her life.
Her mother, Macey, has designed the perfect headstone for her.
All of the proceeds from this yard sale will go towards what remains to be owed.

The items that are for sale are donations from the community.
Everything is NAME YOUR OWN PRICE unless otherwise marked.

If you don’t find any treasures to take home with you, but would still like to donate, we have set up a GoFundMe account: https://www.gofundme.com/3x98r2g OR search “Israel Melissa” on GoFundMe’s site. The account will be open through July 2nd.

6/30 – 7/2/17

Folkmoot 2017

6/23 – 24/17

Affordable Home Repair Program

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity’s mission is to bring people together to build homes, community and hope.

4/22 -7/1/17

Benefit for Israel Melissa

The items that are for sale are donations from the community.
Everything is NAME YOUR OWN PRICE unless otherwise marked.

6/30 – 7/2/17

Folkmoot 2017

7/20 – 30/17

Healing with the 5 Elements

9/8/17

Wild Food Forage Adventure

9/8/17

Fall & Winter Gardening Workshop

9/8/17

4th Annual Harvest Conference

9/9/17

Henderson County Open Studio Tour

9/23 – 24/17

More than Mindfulness Conference

10/6 – 7/17

Carl Sandburg Heritage Golf Tournament

10/16/17

Programming of Community importance during the 2nd Quarter, 2017

The Following is a list of Promotions in the 2nd Quarter of 2017. for WOXL-FM HD-2. Several of these feature involvement by several Asheville Radio Group Stations:

98.1 THE RIVER

RACE TO THE TAPS – NEW BELGIUM 4/1 – 4/29 Planned, promoted, and executed second of four-race running series that promotes local business, community fitness, and financially supporting Girls on the Run, Go! Green Opportunities, and United Way. Supported on-air, online, social media, and station e-blasts.
RACE TO THE TAPS Oskar Blues 4/1 – 4/29 Planned, and promoted third of four-race running series that promotes local business, community fitness, and financially supporting Junior Achievement and Go! Green Opportunities. Supported on-air, online, social media, and station e-blasts.
BEER CITY SCIENCE PUB 4/1 -6/30 Covered monthly sessions on varying scientific topics by Asheville Museum of Science.
RIVERKEEPER BEER SERIES HI WIRE BREWING 4/1 – 6/17 Planned, promoted, and executed first river float and clean up that benefits Mountain True
BETTER DADS FESTIVAL 6/10 – 6/17 Promoted a festival from the non profit Man Kind Foundation promoting stronger families.

Non-Paid Commercial Schedules for Organizations in the area. The following is a list of Events/Causes/Organizations receiving free air time during 2nd Qtr. 2017.

Eblen Charities – Leadercast 2017 – ALL STATIONS – 17 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-midnight – 4/12/17-5/2/17

Western NC Aids Project – Dining Out for Life 2017 – WOXL-HD2/WOXL/WTMT-HD2/WISE – 40 spots/wk – :30’s – 12am-mid – 4/14/17-4/27/17

Station Promos – Make a Wish – ALL STATIONS – 15 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-mid – 4/18/17-4/22/17

Autobell Car Wash – Teachers That Shine PSA – WOXL-HD2/WTMT/WTMT-HD2 – :15’s – 6a-mid – 4/21/17-5/3/17

Adventure Center of Asheville – Zipping for Autism – ALL STATIONS – 20 spots/wk – :15’s – 6a-mid – 4/24/17-5/7/17

Station Promos – Walk a Mile – WOXL – 32 spots/wk – :30’s – 12a-mid – 5/2/17-5/5/17

Rotary Club of Madison County – July Bike Ride – ALL STATIONS – 20 spots/wk – :15’s – 6a-mid – 5/13/17-7/7/17

Girls on the Run – GOTR May 2017 5k – WOXL-HD2/WOXL/WTMT-HD2 – 14 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-mid – 5/18/17-5/21/17

Mountain True – RiverKeeper Series Hi-Wire – ALL STATIONS – 24 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-mid – 5/26/17-6/17/17

Mountain True – RKBS Wedge – ALL STATIONS – 35 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-mid – 6/24/17-7/7/17

Issues and Programs Report, January, February, March, 2017, 1st Quarter.

WISE-AM, WYSE-AM

Report compiled by Bill McClement

Public Affairs Program: Asheville Area Focus,

airs on Sunday mornings at 5:00 a.m. Program Length: 20 minutes

1/1/2017———-David Gantt, former Buncombe County Commission Chairman. Gantt

Reflects on 20 years on the board as a Commissioner and Chairman,

His accomplishments and achievements in office including construction

Of new schools, county buildings, environmental and farmland

Preservation, Economic Development, etc. Issue addressed: Government.

1/8/2017———Repeat of 1/1/17 Program.

1/15/2017—— Kathy Hughes, Public Information, Buncombe County. Update on the

New Family-Services Center, relocation of Elections office and tax

Office, update on the Human Services Center Construction Project.

Issue addressed: Government Services.

1/22/2017——-Repeat of 1/15/17 Program

1/29/2017———Bill Eaker of Haywood Waterways Association. 5^th Annual Polar

Plunge Fundraiser to benefit the Kids in the Creek Program in

Haywood County. The funds allow 8^th grade students in the three

Middle Schools in Haywood County to spend time monitoring and

Listing varieties of fish and other aquatic species found in the Upper

Pigeon River. Issue addressed: Environment.

2/5/2017——–Norma Messer, Executive Director of the Better Business Bureau of

WNC. An update on scams by phone, mail, internet and other methods.

Services for resolution of disputes between consumers and businesses in

17 counties in the region. Issue addressed: Consumer protection.

2/12/2017——-Demp Bradford, Asheville-Buncombe Regional Sports Commission.

Asheville is hosting the Southern Conference Men’s and Women’s

Basketball Tournament. Economic Impact of the Tourney on the

Local economy. Other Projects planned for this year in Sports

Tourism events. Issue Addressed: Economic Development.

2/19/2017——Jerry Vehaun, Buncombe County Director of Emergency Services,

Emergency Management, Calls for Service on the 9-1-1 Emergency

System for 2016. Ambulance calls increased by 3 percent. Fire and

Law Enforcement calls were stable or up slightly. Issue Addressed:

Public Safety.

2/26/2017——-Southern Conference Associate Commissioner Geoff Cabe talks about

his organization’s basketball Tournament in Asheville. The future of the

event in the wake of pressure to move it elsewhere because of state

legislation enacted in 2016 regarding discrimination. Issue addressed:

Economic Development.

3/5/2017——–Ken Putnam, City of Asheville Transportation Director discusses

New and expanded service for the ART Bus system in the city. Updates

For new shelters and other improvements, downtown parking rate

Increases. Issue addressed: Transportation.

3/12/2017——Doctor Courtney Mull, Medical Director, Mission My Care Now.

A new 7-day a week, 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Walk-in Health Care service

At the Mission Health Office on Long Shoals Road in Arden. Lab and

Radiology services available on-site, the new walk-in service is

Designed to see non-emergency cases that are now showing up to the

Emergency Room at Mission and other Hospitals. Issue addressed:

Public Health.

3/19/2017——Buncombe County Sheriff Van Duncan. Crime statistics for 2016,

Crime Prevention programs, update on the COPS program, concern about

In increase in drug overdoses in the area. Issue Addressed: Crime

Prevention.

3/26/2017——-Alli Trask , Executive Director, Mountain Area Chapter of the American

Red Cross. Ongoing need for Blood donations, safety and rescue courses,

volunteer training for disasters and assisting families dealing with fires in

the home. Issue addressed: Public Health.

Public Service Announcements: WISE-WYSE-AM places Community Events and Public

Service Announcements on its website. Participants log onto AshevilleResults.com and submit their announcements for review. Information is reviewed and posted to

Radio station website under Community listing. 1^st Quarter PSA’s.

Erwin Middle Water Warriors

We CAN do this but we need YOUR help to make a difference in the lives of people on the other side of the world! Donate HERE! Every little bit helps!

Together, we can unlock potential in a developing community by providing clean, safe water. As the Water Warriors of Erwin Middle School, we are hoping to raise $1,500 to help poverty stricken villages gain access to clean water. All of the money raised will go directly to building a sustainable water project.

1/16/17

Forum on the welfare of WNC Children

Carolina Public Press will hold a public forum about the welfare of WNC children on Thursday, Jan. 26, from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at Lenoir-Rhyne University’s Asheville campus. For more information and to RSVP click HERE!

Carolina Public Press is a nonprofit, online news service providing Western North Carolina with independent, in-depth and investigative reporting and educational opportunities. Based in Asheville, we cover the 19 westernmost counties of North Carolina, and our work may be found at www.carolinapublicpress.org.

1/26/17

Global Warming Talk

Drew Jones of Climate Interactive will speak on progress to address global warming. Drew will share his recent experiences at the UN negotiations in Marrakech and discuss the feature articles he wrote for the New York Times and the Washington Post.

2/1/17

Entry Level Farming Workshop

Dreaming of starting a farm? This entry level, exploratory workshop is designed for people seeking practical, common sense information on sustainable farming and how to move forward.

Organic Growers School inspires, educates, and supports people to farm, garden, and live organically.

2/4/17

6th Annual International Black Jar Honey Tasting Cocktail Reception

Benefit the world AND the Center for Honeybee Research! Compare your palette to the judges of the 6th Annual International Black Jar Honey Tasting Event at a cocktail reception at the Renaissance Hotel. Your $25 ticket includes wine or beer, appetizers, music and a taste of 27 different honeys for the People’s Choice Ballot. Cash bar available.

Winning honey to be auctioned.

To get tickets go to the Center for Honeybee Research web site and click on People’s Choice Event for tickets.

There are two hives on the rooftop of the Renaissance Asheville Hotel courtesy of the Center for Honeybee Research

2/9/17

Folkmoot

In its efforts to bring more year-round cultural programming to the region, Folkmoot is partnering with The Classic Wineseller for a fundraising event to purchase stage curtains in the Sam Love Queen Auditorium. The evening will feature tasty wine, live music and delicious food at The Classic Wineseller located at 20 Church Street in Waynesville on Thursday, February 9, 2017 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.

The menu will include four courses and one glass of wine or nonalcoholic beverage. This event is perfect for an early Valentines Day date night.

2/9/17

Farm-to-Table Benefit Dinner

Join us on Valentine’s Day to share the love at our Farm-to-Table benefit dinner with Chef John Fleer. We’ll get closer to our farmers, experience live music, and rekindle the warmth of food, hearth, and community.

Organic Growers School inspires, educates, and supports people to farm, garden, and live organically.

2/12/17

Fundraiser for Nativity Preschool

Shop at Remedy Health & Wellness in Fletcher and raise 10% for Nativity Preschool!

Mention NPK or Nativity Preschool between Monday 2/13/2017 and Wednesday 2/15/2017 and Remedy will donate 10% to the school.

Remedy Health & Wellness Store is focused on serving this active community’s health-related needs. From athletic sleeves and bracing, pregnancy supports and supplies, to daily health management, our knowledgeable and welcoming staff can find the products you need to help you achieve your health goals.

Remedy is located:

2690 Hendersonville Rd

Fletcher, NC 28732

(Across street from Mission-Pardee campus)

(828) 651-8223

www.RemedyHW.com

www.Facebook.com/RemedyHW

2/13-15/17

Carolina Public Press Forum

Carolina Public Press will hold a free public forum on food deserts and food policy in Western North Carolina on Friday, Feb. 17, from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at Lenoir-Rhyne University’s Center for Graduate Studies of Asheville.

Carolina Public Press is an online nonprofit news service providing in-depth and investigative news to Western North Carolina.

2/17/17

Bike Love ‘17

Asheville on Bikes hosts the eleventh annual Bike Love ‘17, presented by New Belgium Brewing, at Salvage Station at the Salvage Station on Saturday, February 18th. The event includes music by Stephanie Morgan, DJ Marley Carrol, and DJ Dr. Filth.

Asheville on Bikes cultivates the culture of urban and commuter riding through advocacy and celebration

2/18/17

Frostbite Races

The races include a 10k, 5k, and 1-mile Fun Run around Lelia Patterson Center in Fletcher, presented by Trace & Company. A portion of proceeds will be going to The United Way Big Brother, Big Sisters program.

iDaph Events looks to provide quality sporting events through various races throughout the year. We aim to create a fun family oriented environment that makes everyone enjoy their time in Western North Carolina and leave them with an experience to make them comeback. For the local level we look to bring together the community and bond through competition and support.

2/19/17

Scott Varn Presentation

Scott Varn, founder of Preserving a Picturesque America will show how his organization is using history, art and adventure to help preserve our country’s beautiful natural treasures.

3/1/17

Chickens and You

From Egg to Table Learn the art of raising chickens: clean soils, heritage breeds, with high quality food inputs to sustain a small scale chicken operation. With poultry pioneer Pat Forman.

3/10/17

Beginning Forest Farming Class

Most farms in the S. Appalachians have forested land under the canopy. With a $1billion market annually in the US, forest-based edible, medicinal and craft crops production can contribute to your financial feasibility.

3/10/17

Organic Growers School Annual Spring Conference

Don’t miss the 24th Annual Organic Growers School Spring Conference offering practical workshops on gardening, permaculture, homesteading, urban farming, and rural living plus a trade show, seed exchange, silent auction, children’s program, and more.

Organic Growers School inspires, educates, and supports people to farm, garden, and live organically.

3/10/17

The Biere de Femme Festival

The Biere de Femme Festival will showcase beers brewed and represented by women in the brewing industry. Proceeds from The Pink Boots Society of North Carolina’s mission is to ASSIST, INSPIRE, and ENCOURAGE women beer professionals through EDUCATION.

3/11/17

Asheville Marathon and Half

This event is the Asheville Half Marathon and Full Marathon on March 11 & 12th (Half on the 11th). Runners will get to experience the beauty surrounding the Biltmore Estate while getting a chance to run in America largest backyard.

iDaph Events looks to provide amazing events for anyone to come out and particitipate in. We want to help strengthen the local community through events to draw local and out of towners to experience what the Asheville community offers.

3/11/17

Organic Growers School Annual Spring Conference

Organic Growers School inspires, educates, and supports people to farm, garden, and live organically.

3/12/17

Affordable Home Repair program

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity is currently seeking applicants for its affordable Home Repair program. 0% interest financing, low monthly payments, and no down payment. To learn more, visit ashevillehabitat.org or call 828.210.9370.

Asheville Area Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit that brings people together to build homes, community and hope.

3/13/17

Mountaineer 2 Miler

The 2nd annual Mountaineer 2-Miler road race held on Saturday, March 18th, at 10 am. www.RunSignUp.com/mountaineer2miler All profits made from the race will go toward supplies, materials and technology for Waynesville Middle School.

Mountaineer 2 miler race to help race funds for Waynesville Middle School

3/18/17

11th annual Bike of the Irish

Asheville on Bikes invites you to ride the 11th annual Bike of the Irish community ride which rolls on Sat. March 18th from the Wedge Brewing Co at 2pm. The event is free and open to the public. Come ride your city with Asheville on Bikes.

Asheville on Bikes cultivates the culture of urban and commuter riding through advocacy and celebration.

3/18/17

Folkmoot USA

Mouth-watering pulled pork, toe-tapping bluegrass music and lots of sweet mountain hospitality awaits those who attend Folkmoot’s Appalachian Friendship Dinner scheduled for Saturday, March 18, 2017. This annual celebration of mountain food, music and culture will take place from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Folkmoot Friendship Center in Waynesvilleticket sales support The Pink Boots Society’s scholarship fund to help women further their careers in beer.

Dinner will be served in the Folkmoot Cafeteria followed by the bluegrass concert in the Sam Love Queen Auditorium.Tickets for this event can be purchased in advance, $25 for adults, $15 for kids, at Folkmoot.org or by calling (828) 452-2997.

3/18/17

Environmental Excellence Awards Reception

At this special evening reception in Downtown Asheville, we will honor this year’s Environmental Excellence Awards recipients – individuals, organizations and businesses making a difference in Asheville and Buncombe County.

GreenWorks, formerly known as Quality Forward, was founded in 1973 and has been a leader in environmental sustainability in Asheville and Buncombe County for more than four decades. With a mission to inspire, equip and mobilize individuals and communities to take care of the places we love to live, GreenWorks implements over 200 service projects involving more than 3,000 volunteers each year. Our school-based Education Program engages 6,000 students in hands-on learning focused on waste reduction, recycling, forestry and water quality throughout Buncombe County.

3/23/17

Farm Dreams

Organic Growers School inspires, educates, and supports people to farm, garden, and live organically.

4/1/17

Other Programming of Community importance during the 1st Quarter, 2017

The Following is a list of Promotions in the 1^st Quarter of 2017. For WISE-AM, WYSE-AM.

ESPN ASHEVILLE

RACE TO THE TAPS – BOLD ROCK 1/1– 3/18 Planned, promoted, and executed first of four-race running series that promotes local business, community fitness, and financially supporting Junior Achievement and Go! Green Opportunities. Supported on-air, online, social media, and station e-blasts.
RACE TO THE TAPS – NEW BELGIUM 3/19– 3/31 Planned, promoted, and executed second of four-race running series that promotes local business, community fitness, and financially supporting Girls on the Run, Go! Green Opportunities, and United Way. Supported on-air, online, social media, and station e-blasts.
ONE CLUB TOURNAMENT 3/1 – 3/31 Planned and promoted a charity golf tournament at Etowah Valley Golf Resort. Proceeds benefit the United Way of Buncombe County. Supported on-air, online, and in print

Non-Paid Commercial Schedules for Organizations in the area. The following is a list of Events/Causes/Organizations receiving free air time during 1st quarter, 2017.

Brooklyn Bros – 828.com Article – ALL STATIONS – 15 spots/wk – :15’s – 6a-midnight – 1/24/17-1/28/17

Eblen Charites – Heating Assistance – ALL STATIONS – 14 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-midnight – 1/2/17-2/26/17

Habitat for Humanity – Singles Build – WOXL/WOXL-HD2 – 21 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-midnight – 2/1/17-2/10/17

Mattress Firm – Kids Charity – WOXL – 4 spots/wk – :60’s – 6a-7p – 2/4/17-4/30/17

Station Promos – Mountain to Sea Event – ALL STATIONS – 35 spots/wk – :60’s – 12a-midnight – 2/6/17-2/17/17

YMCA of Western North Carolina – PSA’s – WOXL/WTMT-HD2 – 16 spots/wk – :30’s – 6a-midnight – 3/1/17-4/25/17

Issues and Programs Report

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