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A star on and off the tennis court recovers from freak accident

A peanut and butter jelly picnic turned into a horrific accident for Annabelle Webb.   Read Story »

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Larry Young, former three-term commissioner, dies at age 75

Larry R. Young, a three-term Henderson County commissioner who styled himself as a fiscal conservative while later endorsing a variety of major capital improvements, died early today after a period of declining health. He was 75.   Read Story »

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Two men sent to prison on drug charges

Two defendants received prison terms after pleading guilty to drug charges in Henderson County Superior Court last week, District Attorney Greg Newman announced.   Read Story »

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Muddy Sneakers honors Hillandale teacher

A fifth grade teacher at Hillandale Elementary School has been named Teacher of the Year by Muddy Sneakers — the organization that uses outdoor field trips to teach science.   Read Story »

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City sets sessions on bike plans

The City of Hendersonville is holding three interactive and informational sessions next week on the development of the city’s Comprehensive Bicycle Plan to help determine the future of bicycling in and around the city.   Read Story »

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LOCAL BRIEFS: Relay for Life, Cornhole, free bone test

Relay for Life set for May 20-21 Henderson County’s Relay for Life will take place from 6 p.m. Friday, May 20, to 6 a.m. Saturday, May 21 in Jackson Park.Relay for Life is the signature fundraising event for the American Cancer Society. The theme of this year’s event is Pirates of the Cure-abbean! The event begins with a Survivor Walk and Luminaria Ceremony to honor and remember those who have had cancer begins at dusk. There will be food, games, music and fun all night. Funds raised at the event stay in Henderson County to support patient programs such as Look Good Feel Better, Hope Lodge and Road to Recovery as well as support cancer research. Pardee Hospital is a presenting sponsor. For more information on Relay for Life in Henderson County contact Caroline Wheless at caroline.wheless@cancer.org.A Relay for Life cancer survivor dinner will be held on May 17 at Blue Ridge Community College, catered by Outback. Survivors are asked to please RSVP to attend this event by calling the Asheville ACS office at 828-245-6931, ext.29194. Grace sponsoring Bearfootin’ bear In celebration of Grace Lutheran’s 100th year, the church is sponsoring a sculpture for the annual Hendersonville Bearfootin’ on Main auction. The church selected the parent and cub form and have named them Grace and Luther. The money raised at the auction will be split with 50 percent going to the Historic Downtown Hendersonville Organization, 25 percent to Interfaith Assistance Ministry and 25 percent to Homes for Youth. The big reveal of all the Bearfootin’ on Main bears will be in downtown Hendersonville at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, May 13. Lonesome Road Band plays at Bluegrass Bash The Lonesome Road band will perform at Hendersonville Presbyterian Church’s monthly Bluegrass Bash at 7 p.m. Sunday, May 15. The public is invited to attend the free concert, with complimentary ice cream and cookies. The band, which has been performing for over 11 years in the Southeast, Germany and Austria, plays a variety of music from traditional to classic rock. For information contact the church office at (828) 692-3211. Attributes of Godly man to be explored Twenty attributes of a Godly man will be discussed at the monthly men’s luncheon at Hendersonville Presbyterian Church, 699 N. Grove St., at noon May 19. The subject is covered in Gene Getz’s book, “The Measure of a Man.” The public is invited (small charge for lunch). For further information, contact the church office at (828) 692-3211. Congregational Church offers personal guidance First Congregational United Church of Christ, 1735 Fifth Ave. W., invites the public to Introduction to Dowsing for Personal Guidance on Saturdays, May 14 and 21, from 10 a.m. to noon. During two two-hour sessions, students will learn how to tap into their own inner guidance with basic dowsing skills using a pendulum, rods and what is called “deviceless dowsing.” Students will learn to confidently and instantly determine quality of food, supplements, services, products and much more. The fee of $30, paid at the first class, covers both sessions, written materials, a pendulum and an honorarium for use of the workshop space. Instructors Ed O’Keefe and Romella Hart-O’Keefe are longtime members of the American Society of Dowsers and have taught dowsing to hundreds of people in the U.S and Canada. To register call First Congregational United Church of Christ at 692-8630 or the O’Keefes at 890-4889. Park Ridge, Free Clinics offer bone density test During May, National Osteoporosis Month, all women in the community are invited to take advantage of free screenings for bone density through the Park Ridge Health WOW van as well as blood pressure, blood sugar and body mass index from The Free Clinics nurses. Call 697-8422 for more information, or visit from 3 to 6 p.m. to take part in the health screenings. To learn about the programs and volunteer opportunities at The Free Clinics, call 697-8422 or visit www.thefreeclinics.org. Voice of the Martyrs rep to speak Karl Gessler, Voice of the Martyrs representative for the region, will compare how evangelism happened in the early days of the church compared to how followers of Jesus share their faith today during Table Talk on Wednesday, May 18, at 6:25 p.m. at Hendersonville Presbyterian Church.The public is invited and there is no charge. For those who would like to attend dinner (small charge) at 5:25 p.m. reservations are required. To make a reservation,call the church office at (828) 692-3211. Trinity invites walkers to join Son Worshippers Trinity Presbyterian Church invites people of all ages and all walks of life to join the Son Worshippers Team at Relay for Life beginning at 6 p.m. on May 20 in Jackson Park. Team leader Helen Dearborn, a three-time cancer survivor herself, welcomes all to share in the fun and friendship in working together to support cancer prevention, celebrate cancer survivors, and raise funds for cancer research, education and services through the American Cancer Society. To join or support Trinity’s Son Worshippers Relay for Life team, contact Helen Dearborn at 828-606-9294, joedydog@gmail.com. For more information, call 828-692-6114 and visit trinitypresnc.org. Cornhhole tournament raises $10,000 for Pardee Pardee Hospital Foundation raised more than $10,000 during its third annual Cornhole Tournament last month on the tennis courts of the Hendersonville Country Club. More than 150 people attended and participated. The money raised will benefit neurology patients at Pardee Hospital. Lead sponsors include Hendersonville Country Club, Boyd Chevrolet Cadillac Buick and Horizon Heating & Air Conditioning.The tournament features both a competitive and recreational bracket. Rob Notgrass and Ivan Escobar won the competitive while Thomas Smith and Michael Smith finished as runners up; recreational bracket winners were Augstin Escobar and Megan Freeman, with runners up Daniel Bailey and Joseph Bailey. Racquet Club offers series of dance classes The Hendersonville Racquet Club will offer a new series of ballroom dance classes starting Thursday, May 19.Beginning Ballroom is for newcomers or those who would like a little refresher course. Class will cover the elements of style and basic patterns for Waltz, Foxtrot, Rumba, Salsa, Swing and more. Classes are taught in a fun and supportive setting, with no partner required. Class begins at 7:30 p.m.Swing classes begin start Thursday, May 19, meeting at 7:30 pm. Basic steps, turns, spins and some cool moves just for beginners or those wishing to polish their game. Classes are $75 per person, no partner required.Classes presented John Dietz, a DVIDA certified ballroom dance instructor, trained by Fred Astaire dance studios. For more information call 828 712-0791 or visit greatdayfordancing.com.   Read Story »

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Mills River offers kayak safety course

The Town of Mills River will sponsor a kayak and canoe safety course at its boat launch on the bank of the Mills River at Mills River Park on Saturday, June 11. Sponsored by the town, along with the Fitzpatrick Foundation, the free safety course is open to all those interested in enjoying crafts on the river.   Read Story »

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Sheriff sets church safety class

The Henderson County Sheriff’s Office is offering a free House of Worship Safety and Security Class for all churches. The presentation will assist church leaders and congregation members in making their place of worship a safe and peaceful place.   Read Story »

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Four Seasons hospice names foundation director

Loretta Shelton has been named executive director of the newly launched Four Seasons Compassion for Life Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to the philanthropic support of the Four Seasons Compassion for Life mission of “Co-Creating The Care Experience.” Under Shelton’s leadership, the Foundation is charged with securing the future sustainability of quality, community-based care during serious illness through charitable giving of individuals, families and community partners.Charitable gifts made to the Foundation provide the philanthropic support needed to ensure that high quality care options remain available to each patient and family regardless of their circumstances, she says.“My goal as executive director is to provide the long term fiscal stability needed to increase the permanency of Four Seasons’ services in order to offset the uncertainties of a rapidly changing health care arena.” A former hospice volunteer, Shelton is a 20-year veteran of philanthropic non-profit management and leadership. Most recently, she served as regional executive director of philanthropy at North Carolina State University, serving 21 western counties, from 2013-15, and before that as executive director of conferences and events at Mars Hill College from 2002-13. A graduate of Mars Hill College (BA) and Liberty University (MA), she also holds certifications in project management from Western Carolina University and in non-profit organizational management from Duke University.   Read Story »

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