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Brother Wolf Animal Rescue Receives $1 Million ASPCA Grant Toward Rebuilding Adoption Center

Jun 18, 2026 12:23PM ● By WNC Business

The ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) awarded a $1 million grant to support the rebuilding of Brother Wolf’s Adoption Center.

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Affordable Housing Community in Murphy Wins Development of the Year Award

Jun 17, 2026 11:01AM ● By WNC Business

Valley River Apartments was recognized as Development of the Year during an awards ceremony hosted by the Community Affordable Housing Equity Corporation (CAHEC), a regional housing investment organization that supports affordable housing developments throughout the Southeast.

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Eli Hashemi Named Director of the Mountain West Partnership

Jun 11, 2026 08:52AM ● By WNC Business

Eli Hashemi has been named Director of the Mountain West Partnership. Eli brings more than 30 years of experience in the hospitality industry and four years of regional economic development experience.

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Henderson County Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Project Manager

Jun 09, 2026 01:02PM ● By WNC Business

Shannon Pietras is the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce’ newest Project Manager.

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Nonprofit Homeward Bound Releases Annual Report

Jun 04, 2026 12:49PM ● By WNC Business

Homeward Bound released its annual report for 2025. The nonprofit ended homelessness for 102 people over the course of the year, including 50 veterans.

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Thirty-One Local Leaders Graduate from Vision Henderson County Program

Jun 02, 2026 08:32AM ● By WNC Business

Thirty-one local professionals completed the leadership development program Vision Henderson County with a graduation ceremony held in May.

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Community Foundation of Henderson County Announces New President and CEO

May 28, 2026 12:36PM ● By WNC Business

Community Foundation of Henderson County has announced Brandon Baird as its new president and CEO, effective June 8, 2026.

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AdventHealth Presents $5,000 for Henderson County Education Foundation Literacy Programs

May 22, 2026 01:12PM ● By Emma Castleberry

AdventHealth presented the Henderson County Education Foundation with a $5,000 gift to support literacy programs across Henderson County Public Schools.

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Alex Castillo Named Regional Planner at the High Country Council of Governments

May 22, 2026 01:10PM ● By WNC Business

Alex Castillo is the new Regional Planner at the High Country Council of Governments.

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Mountain Aging Partners Eliminates Meals on Wheels Waiting List, Expands Service

May 15, 2026 09:22AM ● By WNC Business

Mountain Aging Partners (MAP) has eliminated its Meals on Wheels waiting list, marking a significant milestone in expanding access to essential services for older adults in Henderson County.

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