Hendersonville Newcomer Guide 2008

the all-you-need-to-know 2008

Newcomer's Handbook

Henderson County Chamber of Commerce 330 N. King Street | Hendersonville, NC 28792 Publication of the Asheville Citizen-Times

Contents the facts History

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Climate

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Geography

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Demographics

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Population

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Economy

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Employment

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Taxes

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Education

19 the fun

The Henderson County Chamber of Commerce Newcomer’s Guide is published by The Asheville CitizenTimes, P.O. Box 2090, Asheville, NC 28802. All contents are copyrighted and may not be reproduced, in whole or in part, without written permission from the publisher.

Hendersonville Bear Contest photo by John Coutlakis Contacts: Retail Advertising Manager, Lisa Field 828-252-3907 or 800-800-4204, ext. 3907 Copy Editor, Tami Parcell Graphic Design, Melissa Sweeterman

Arts/Culture

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Cover photo Jeffery B. Miller

Recreation/Sports

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Civic Clubs & Organizations

24

Shopping

30

Communications

31

Library Services

31

Rhett Mill Cottage is one of the romantic suites available at The Lake House Lodge & Spa on Highland Lake, and is located on the site of the original Mill which was built in 1789. The Highland Lake Community is famed for its natural beauty, quality of life and diverse residential and resort properties. In addition to the Luxury Suites at the Lake House, you’ll also find the reknown Highland Lake Inn, and Season’s restaurant.

Churches/Religion

32

Telephone numbers are subject to change.

the law Government City/County/State

39

Voting

40

Law Enforcement

41

Driver's License

42

Transportation

43

the Basics Healthcare

44

Post Office

48

Business Organizations 48 Getting Connected

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Real Estate & Housing 50 Senior Citizens

51

Financial Institutions

51

Important Numbers

54

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Introduction S

urrounded by the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina, Hendersonville and Henderson County are known as a beautiful and clean area. Hendersonville is known as “The City of Four Seasons” an ideal community for young families, retirees and all those in between. A city where one can be as idle or active as they wish; Henderson County has attracted hundreds of families looking for a gentle climate, beautiful scenery, ample recreational facilities and friendly people.

Henderson County is nestled atop a 2,200-foot scenic mountain plateau between the Great Smoky and Blue Ridge Mountains, and is just a short distance on the Blue Ridge Parkway from Mt. Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi.

Major metropolitan areas are a short drive from Hendersonville, located conveniently on Interstate 26 with close access to Interstates 40, 85 and 81.

The weather is moderate and invigorating, offering a beautiful array of seasonal changes. Boasting a mean temperature of 71 degrees in summer and 41 degrees

in winter, the climate is conducive to year-round outdoor activity. The ideal balance of weather paired with the breathtaking scenery makes Henderson County a great place to live, work, play or visit.

According to 2008 data, Henderson County’s 374 square miles has a population density of 279 persons per square mile. The balanced economy of Henderson County is based on industry, agriculture, retirement and tourism.

Development is encouraged in areas conducive to maintaining the excellent quality of life available here.

Henderson County offers abundant cultural opportunities for residents and visitors of all ages.

The State Theater of North Carolina, a symphony orchestra, festivals throughout the year, parks and hiking trails all add to diverse entertainment and recreational opportunities.

Whether you’re looking at our area for relocation or visitor purposes, we hope you’ll take the time get to know us a bit better.

Welcome to Henderson County, North Carolina!

Guides are available throughout the year at: HENDERSON COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 330 North King Street, Hendersonville, NC

THE VISITORS INFORMATION CENTER Henderson County Travel & Tourism 201 S. Main Street, Hendersonville, NC

THE ASHEVILLE/HENDERSONVILLE AIRPORT VISITORS CENTER Area Hotels Requests for additional copies, please call 828-252-3907 Newcomer’s Handbook 2008 | 5

Greetings & Welcome O

n behalf of the entire Henderson County business community, the Henderson County Chamber of Commerce welcomes you! We hope the information provided in this guide is useful to you, whether you are visiting our area for leisure or relocation purposes.

As a local business membership organization, boasting 1100+ members, the Chamber works to present one voice to build a healthy economy and improve the quality of life in Henderson County. Representing our members, the Chamber pursues its purpose through the development of business, the economy,

community, human resources and public affairs.

Whether you are here for a visit, interested in relocating or already residing in our community, we encourage you to patronize our local Chamber member businesses and enjoy all they have to offer. And of course, if we can be of assistance to you in any way, please stop by our office at 330 North King Street in downtown Hendersonville.

We look forward to serving you!

Bob Williford, President Chamber Staff and Volunteers

HENDERSON COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 330 North King Street | Hendersonville, NC 28792 Tel: 828/692.1413 | Fax: 828/693.8802 Email: chamber@hendersonvillechamber.org Web: www.hendersonvillechamber.org Serving Hendersonville, Laurel Park, Flat Rock, Fletcher, Mills River and the entire Henderson County area.

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The Facts History

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endersonville was a rich, rolling uninhabited Cherokee hunting ground before Revolutionary War soldier William Mills “discovered” it in the late 1780s.

He received one of the first land grants west of the Blue Ridge and established it to later become the thriving community it is today.

Mills, by right of discovery, was allowed to christen some of Henderson County’s picturesque regions. Bearwallow, Sugar Loaf, Bald Top, Mills River, and Mills Gap are names that remain today.

Having easy access from the lowlands, Hendersonville became a summer vacation spot because of the area’s invigorating climate. Industrial development became an important aspect of the economy after World War II, with the founding of the Chamber of Commerce Industrial Division. As a result, the economic base today is manufacturing, agriculture, tourism and retirement development. Henderson County has long been known for its thriving apple orchards and leads the state in apple production.

“Henderson

The county was named for Chief Justice of the State Supreme Court, Judge Leonard Henderson.

I n the 1840s, Hendersonville received its o r i ginal charter and had a population of several hundred residents. Henderson County is considered a “typical” mountain county because it is comprised of mountain ranges, isolated peaks, a rolling plateau, and level valley areas.

Elevations range from 1,400 feet near Bat Cave at the foot of the Blue Ridge, to 5,000 feet on Little Pisgah.

County has long been known for its thriving apple orchards...

Originally, agriculture was the sole producer of revenue for Henderson County citizens. Tourism later added to the economy, followed by retailing, manufacturing and retirement.

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Communities within Henderson County have played a large role in the success of the area. Flat Rock, with its wealthy settlers, formed a continuous and ever-renewing link between the mountain natives and the world of business and new ideas.

Fletcher is known for the beautiful Calvary Episcopal Church, the “Westminster Abbey of the South,” and has memorials to many historic figures.

There are many colorful places throughout Henderson County named for land appearance as well as founders and settlers of the region. Others are of Indian origin, such as Zirconia, Horse Shoe, Etowah, Tuxedo and Bearwallow. For detailed information about the history of Henderson County, contact the Henderson County Public Library.

Climate

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endersonville has always been known for its moderate year-round weather. It enjoys the advantages of a typical mountain climate, yet it is protected by the higher ranges from some of the rigors of winter. The average summer temperature is 71 degrees with an average winter temperature of 41 degrees.

While the temperature drops below freezing on more than half the nights in winter, it is rare, even in the coldest weather, that it fails to rise above freezing in the

afternoon. The average length of freeze-free growing season in Hendersonville, and over the agricultural valley and gentle slopes, is about six months of the year.

Summer weather is pleasant in Hendersonville. Ninety degree weather occurs only once a week on average in the summer, less than one-third as often as in the eastern part of the state.

The average annual precipitation is 57.5”.

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Geography

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endersonville (2,200 feet above mean sea level) contains mountain ranges, isolated peaks, rolling plateau and level valley areas.

the Blue Ridge and Saluda Mountains. The sides of Henderson County’s mountains are primarily steep, and those around Bat Cave are stony and perpendicular.

The county is almost encircled with mountains. On the west the county touches the Pisgah Ledge, and the eastern and southern boundaries coincide roughly with

Land and Population Density

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2008 data: 374 square miles; 279 persons per square mile

Demographics Hendersonville’s population has continued to grow steadily over the years. The following is a statistical profile of the county over the past 10 years.

Population Hendersonville

12,499

Laurel Park

2,229

Fletcher

5,343

Flat Rock

3,031

Mills River

6,290

Saluda (Part in Henderson County)

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Henderson County Total (2008 Est.)

104,399

Change in County Population Growth between 2000 and 2008

+ 16.4%

Projected County Population for the year 2010 107,680 Median Age (2008)

43.8 yrs.

Population by Age Source: Office of State Planning (2008)

Age 0-4 (6,127) Age 65+ (22,386)

Age 5-14 (12,308)

Age 15-24 (10,716) Age 45-64 (28,233)

Age 25-44 (24,629)

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Based on Census Data Population

2000

2008 Proj. % Change

Henderson Co. North Carolina

89,680 8,079,242

104,399 9,201,151

16.74% 13.8%

Race Population by Percentage for 2006 (Est.) Race

Henderson County

North Carolina

White

94.9%

74%

African American American Indian & Alaska Native

3.4%

21.6%

0.7%

1.2%

Asian Hispanic or Latino

0.9% 7.6%

1.8% 6.7%

Native Hawaiian/ Other Pacific Islanders 0.3%

0.6%

Henderson County Housing Average Home Selling Price

$220,000

Average Assessed Home Value

$191,295

Source: US Census Bureau

Income & Employment Per Capita Personal Income

$23,757 (2007 est.)

Median Household Income Effective Buying

$42,620 (2007 est.)

Total Labor Force

45,592 (2007 est.)

Unemployment Percentage

3.2% (June 2007)

Percent of Population, Asheville / Buncombe

Source: Henderson County Planning Dept. - October 2007 report

Henderson County Annual Income by Household Source: US Census Bureau, 2006 estimate

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32.4% 30.7%

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20 13%

12.6% 7.3%

10

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4% Up to $14,999

$10,000$24,999

$25,000$49,999

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$50,000$99,999

$100,000- $150,000+ $149,999

Economy A Great Place to Work & Live

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enderson County’s economy is based on industry, agriculture, tourism and retirement.

The first settlers were attracted by agricultural opportunities, and the area has been popular as a summer retreat for more than 100 years. Then, in the years following World War II a greater effort was made to balance the economy by attracting industry.

The Henderson County Partnership for Economic Development (HCPED) of the Chamber of Commerce works to attract industries that enhance the life of county residents by providing good jobs while not disturbing the quality of life. This has brought about improvement of the business community, but not at the expense of the peace and tranquility for which the area has long been known.

Hendersonville is still the friendly

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town with green benches on the sidewalks. It is well-known for the excellence of its homes and suburban communities. Houses, condominiums and apartments are available in a wide range of prices to suit any taste.

There are more than 130 manufacturing establishments in Henderson County, employing more than eight thousand workers. The largest employers are Henderson County Public Schools, Margaret R. Pardee Hospital, General Electric, Park Ridge Hospital, Wilsonart International, Henderson County Government, Wal-Mart Associated, Inc., and ArvinMeritor Automotive, Inc. Estimates as of 2007, for manufacturing in Henderson County, are a total payroll of $292,246,953.

Employment

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or information about employment in the Henderson County area contact: N.C. Employment Security Commission 26 Francis Rd. Hendersonville, NC 28792 828-693-1703 or any of the private employment services in the area.

For specific information, check the Hendersonville telephone directory.

(Private Industry Insured Employment, 2006 Annual Data)

Employment

Variable

Employee Count

Total Private Industry

30,739

Good-Producing Domain

9,894

Natural Resources and Mining

880

Construction

2,648

Manufacturing

6,366

Service-Providing Domain

20,845

Trade, Transportation, and Utilities

6,616

Information

401

Financial Activities

1,184

Professional and Business Services

3,063

Education and Health Services

4,610

Leisure and Hospitality

3,809

Other Services

1,031

Unclassified

131

Largest Employers Source: The Employment Security Commision of NC, 2007

Employment Range

1. Henderson Co. Board of Public Education

1,000 & OVER

2. Pardee Memorial Hospital

1,000 & OVER

3. Pinnacle Staffing Inc.

500 - 999

4. Park Ridge Hospital

500 - 999

5. County of Henderson

500 - 999

6. ArvinMeritor Automotive, Inc.

500 - 999

7. Wilsonart International Inc.

500 - 999

8. GE Lighting Systems, Inc.

500 - 999

9. Ingles Markets, Inc.

500 - 999

10. Wal-Mart Associates, Inc.

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Taxes

Property Tax Information

evaluation. In Fletcher, the tax rate is $.27 cents per $100 of assessed valuation, plus Henderson County tax rate of $.56.5 cents per $100 of assessed valuation.

The Village of Flat Rock, the tax rate is $.8.5 cents per $.56.5 of assessed valuation, plus Henderson County tax rate of $.462 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. In Mills River, the tax rate is $.7.5 cents per $100 of assessed valuation, plus Henderson County tax rate of $.56.5 cents per $100 of assessed valuation.

Inside the Hendersonville city limits, the tax rate is $.43 cents per $100 of assessed property valuation plus Henderson County tax rate of $.51.5 cents per $100 of assessed valuation. In Laurel Park, the tax rate is $.33.5 cents per $100 of assessed valuation plus Henderson County tax rate of $.56.5 cents per $100 of assessed

For detailed state, city and county tax information, contact the N.C. Department of Revenue, 2800 Heart Drive, Asheville, NC 28806 (828) 667-5087; Henderson County Tax Office, County Courthouse, 200 N. Grove St., Hendersonville, NC 28792 (828) 697-4870; www.henderson.lib.nc.us/ca.

Sales Tax Information The sales tax in Hendersonville and Henderson County is 7% (Henderson County levies a sales tax of 2.5 percent and North Carolina levies a sales tax of 4.5%).

Tax on food is 2 percent.

There are exemptions in the areas of prescription drugs, insulin, false teeth, prescription eyeglasses, gasoline, motor vehicles, and coin-operated laundries.

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Connect with

Blue Ridge Community College. college transfer and career preparation programs self-enrichment classes cultural events small business assistance Home of the JobLink Career Center

Education

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ore than 12,600 students enroll in school in Henderson County.

For more information on the public school system, contact Superintendent Dr. Stephen Page, Henderson County Board of Education, 414 Fourth Ave. W. Hendersonville, NC 28739, (828) 697-4733.

Public Schools

Henderson County Public Schools 414 Fourth Ave. W. Hendersonville, NC 28739-4261 828-697-4733 www.henderson.k12.nc.us Total Enrollment 2006-2007 - 12,600 Total Budget 2006-2007 School Year - $108,394,499

Schools in Henderson County:

Upward Elementary 828-697-4764 West Henderson High 828-891-6571

Private Schools: Captain Gilmer

(Seventh Day Adventist)

828-684-8221

Christ School 828-684-6232

Apple Valley Middle 828-697-4545

Faith Christian School 828-692-0556

Atkinson Elementary 828-697-4755

Fletcher Academy, Inc.

Balfour Education Center 828-697-4760

828-687-5100

Bruce Drysdale Elementary 828-697-5568 Dana Elementary 828-685-7743 East Henderson High 828-697-4768

(Seventh Day Adventist)

Fruitland Baptist Bible Institute 828-685-8886 Heritage Hall School 828-693-6845 Immaculata Catholic School 828-693-3277

Etowah Elementary 828-891-6560

Montessori Flat Rock County Day School 828-693-4952 Mountain Community Charter School 828-696-8480

Flat Rock Middle 828-697-4775

Veritas Christian Academy 828-681-0546

Fletcher Elementary 828-684-0580

Upward Seventh-Day Adventist School, 828-693-6532

Glenn C. Marlow Elementary 828-654-3225

Colleges:

Edneyville Elementary 828-685-7600

Hendersonville Elementary 828-697-4752 Hendersonville High 828-697-4802 Hendersonville Middle 828-697-4800 Hillandale Elementary 828-697-4782

Blue Ridge Community College located in Flat Rock.

Visit the college’s web site at www.blueridge.edu for course schedules and information or call 828-694-1700 Brevard College www.brevard.edu or call 828-883-8292

Mills River Elementary 828-891-6563 North Henderson High 828-697-4500 Rugby Middle 828-891-6566

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Welcome Home

Waste Removal & Hauling • • • •

Weekly Household Garbage Pick-Up Mulch, Dirt & Gravel Delivery Hauling - Brush & Yard Debris Brad Baldwin, Owner Service with Respect

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Inc.

You Call . .

We Haul

Baldwin Waste Removal & Hauling Inc.

The Fun Arts/Cultural Activities enderson County’s cultural opportunities are varied and rich, ranging from dramatic offerings at Flat Rock Playhouse (the State Theater of North Carolina) to culinary and entertainment treats at the annual N.C. Apple Festival. A multitude of craft shows, concerts, and related events are also ongoing in Henderson County and help residents and visitors sample the region’s abundant resources and heritage.

The Flat Rock Playhouse offers some of the finest summer theater in the country. The Hendersonville Little Theatre, Hendersonville Chorale, the full Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra, and other cultural groups offer quality entertainment to suit a wide variety of tastes.

The world-famous Brevard Music Center features well-known musical acts ranging from jazz to pops during its performance season and is just a few minutes from Hendersonville. Thirty minutes north of Hendersonville is Asheville, with a multitude of cultural/arts offerings throughout the year. Other points of interest and activities in Henderson County include a visit to the Henderson

County Farmers Curb Market on N. Church St. in Hendersonville, Holmes Educational State Forest, Jump Off Rock (scenic overlook), Connemara (Carl Sandburg’s Home), St. John’s in the Wilderness Church and Cemetery and Thomas Wolfe’s “angel” in Oakdale Cemetery.

The Opportunity House is a nonprofit arts, crafts, and cultural center with over 1,400 members.

It was founded in 1958 and membership is open to all.

Entertainment opportunities include Belfry Community Players, performing at Blue Ridge Community College. Write or call the Belfry Players’ office for a schedule of plays. P.O. Box 2714, Hendersonville, NC 28793, 698-8288.

...finest “ summer

theater in the country.

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Other Points of Interest Carl Sandburg Home

828-693-4178

Center for Craft, Creativity and Design 828-890-2050 Chimney Rock Park

828-625-9611

Cradle of Forestry Museum

828-884-5713

DuPont State Forest

828-877-6527

Flat Rock Playhouse

828-693-0731

Harrah’s Cherokee Casino

828-497-7777

Historic Hendersonville Depot

828-698-5465

Historic Johnson Farm, Hwy. 191

828-891-6585

Holmes Educational State Forest

828-692-0100

Mineral & Lipidary Museum

828-698-1977

Pisgah Center for Wildlife Education

828-877-4423

The Arts Center

828-693-8504

WNC Air Museum, 1340 Gilbert St.

828-698-2482

For a complete list of activities, festivals and special events, contact Henderson County Travel & Tourism, 201 S. Main St., Hendersonville, NC 28792, call (828) 693-9708 or 1-800-828-4244, or visit their web site www.historichendersonville.org.

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Recreation/Sports

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endersonville offers a wide variety of scenic attractions and recreational opportunities - from exploring the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway by car to hiking the numerous trails that wind throughout the county. The area is famous for its rolling lush golf courses. There are both public and private courses from which to choose, including Crooked Creek, Champion Hills, Cummings Cove, Etowah Valley, Kenmure and Highland Lake, just to name a few.

The Visitor’s Information Center has brochures and other detailed information on golfing packages in the area.

Organized recreational events are also available to enjoy. The following is a list of activities offered throughout Henderson County and the surrounding area:

Bowling Tarheel Lanes 828-692-5039

Movies

Epic Four Seasons Cinema 828-693-8989 or 828-693-1146

Snow Tubing (Seasonal) Moonshine Mountain 828-696-0333

Swimming YMCA 828-692-5774 Lelia Patterson Center 828-654-0004

White Water Rafting Nantahala Outdoor Center 828-488-2175, 1-800-232-7238 City of Hendersonville, Public Works Dept. recreational facilities include swimming, tennis, shuffleboard, racquetball, and minigolf.

Call 828-697-3084 for more information.

The Henderson County Parks and Recreation Department, located in Jackson Park, organizes public events and senior activities. Visit 801 Glover St. or call 828-697-4884 for schedules.

Flat Rock Cinema 828-697-2463

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Civic Clubs & Organizations Administrative Professionals International Association (IAAP)

(828) 694-1705 Alzheimer's Association of WNC

(828) 254-7363 Alzheimer's Association of WNC, Hend. Co.

(828) 687-5261 Alzheimer's Support Group

(828) 693-1440 Amateur Radio Club, Blue Ridge

(828) 687-9531 | www.radioclub.org Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES)

(828) 891-4359 American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)

(828) 697-0187 American Association of University Women (AAUW)

(828) 698-1354 American Business Women's Association

(828) 891-2362 | www.laurelabwa.org American Cancer Society

(828) 254-6931 | www.cancer.org American Legion Post Number 77

(828) 693-3922 American Red Cross-Henderson County Chapter

(828) 693-5605 | www.hcredcross.org American Rhododendron Society-Southeastern Chapter

(828) 697-9228 American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF)

(828) 692-0323 Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA), Great Smoky Mountains Region

(828) 684-6711 | www.aaca.org Antique Car Club, Hendersonville

(828) 697-7876 Antique Engine & Tractor Association, Apple Country

(828) 667-9872 | www.applecounty.org

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Antique Engine & Tractor, Apple Country

(828) 891-3223 Antique Truck Club of America (ATCA), Smoky Mountain Chapter

(828) 692-8874 Art League of Henderson County

(828) 692-0982 Arts Center, The

(828) 693-8504 | www.theartscenterofhc.com Audubon Society Elisha Mitchell

(828)891-9896 | www.main.nc.us/emas/ Azalea Society of America-Vasey1 Chapter

(828) 697-9228 Band, Hendersonville Community

(828) 692-8281 Beta Omicron Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi

(828) 684-5776 Big Brothers/Big Sisters of WNC

(828) 693-8153 | www.bbbswnc.org Blue Ridge Literacy Council, Inc

(828) 696-3811 | www.litcouncil.org Blue Ridge Radio Players, Inc.

(828) 692-0621 | www.wncguide.com/nat Boy Scouts of America, Daniel Boone Council

(800) 526-6708 | www.danielboonecouncil.org Boys & Girls Club of Henderson County

(828) 693-7914 Bridge, Hendersonville Civic

(828) 697-7914 Carolina Mountain Club

(828) 298-5084 | www.carolinamtnclub.org Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy

(828) 697-5777 | www.carolinamountain.org China Painters, Hendersonville

(828) 692-8377 Civitan Club of Hendersonville

(828) 692-5245 | www.civitan.org Coin Club, Hendersonville

(828) 697-6661 Community Foundation of Henderson County

(828) 697-6224 Community Partnership for Pets, Inc.

(828) 693-5172 Daughters of the American Revolution Abraham Kuykendall Chapter

(828) 693-3287 | www.ncs-dar.org Democratic Party of Henderson County

(828) 692-6424 Dispute Settlement Center of Henderson County

(828) 697-7055 Education Foundation, Henderson County

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Embroiderers' Guild of America, Inc., Laurel Chapter

(828 ) 654-9788 | www.egacarolinas.org/chapters/laurel.htm Environmental & Conservation Organization – ECO

(828) 692-0385 | www.eco-wnc.org Foothills Highland Games (SCOTS-Scottish Clans of the South)

(828) 693-8526 | www.foothillshg.org Friends of Carl Sandburg at Connemara

(828) 692-8055 Friends of DuPont Forest (FODF)

(828) 329-4051 | www.dupontforest.com Garden Club of Hendersonville

(828) 891-1387 Gem and Mineral Society, Henderson County

(828) 692-1249 Genealogical & Historical Society of Henderson County

(828) 693-1531 Girl Scouts of Western North Carolina, Pisgah Council

(828) 252-4442 | www.girlscoutswnc.org Goodwill Industries of Northwest NC, Inc.

(828) 692-7414 | www.goodwillnwnc.org Guardian ad Litem Program

(828) 697-4894 Habitat for Humanity

(828) 694-0340 Healing Place, The

(828) 692-0495 | www.thehealingplace.info Health Education Center, Pardee

(828) 692-7754 | www.pardeehospital.org Henderson County Council on Aging, Inc.

(828) 692-4203 | www.hendersoncountycouncilonaging.com Henderson County Crafters Association

(828) 891-9448 | www.hendersonctynccrafters.com Henderson County Foster Parent Association

(828) 891-1184 Henderson County Medical Society

(828) 693-3134 Henderson County Parks and Recreation

(828) 697-4884 | www.hc-sports.com Hendersonville Film Society, Inc., The

(828) 697-7310 Hendersonville Little Theatre

(828) 692-1082 | www.hendersonvillelittletheatre.org Hendersonville Rescue Mission/Ministry Seven

(828) 697-1354 | www.hendersonvillerescuemission.net Hendersonville Shuffle Board Club

(828) 697-3016 Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra

(828) 697-5884 | www.hendersonvillesymphony.org Historic Flat Rock, Inc.

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Historic Hendersonville Depot

(828) 698-0052 | www.avmrc.com Historic Johnson Farm, Friends of

(828) 891-6585 Historic Seventh Avenue District

(828) 692-8216 Home Builders Association of Hendersonville

(828) 697-9513 Interfaith Assistance Ministry

(828) 697-7029 Kennel Club, Hendersonville

(828) 891-3169 Kiwanis Club of Hendersonville

Golden K, (828) 696-8246 Kiwanis Club of Hendersonville, Inc.

(828) 891-5779 | www.hendersonvillekiwanis.org La Leche League of Hendersonville

(828) 693-9899 Latino Advocacy Coalition

(828) 693-1981 League of Women Voters of Henderson County

(828) 696-3543 Lions Club, Etowah

(828) 891-3348 | www.etowahlions.org Lions Club, Hendersonville

(828) 674-6649 Lions Club, Hendersonville Daybreak

(828) 891-4137 March of Dimes Birth Defects Foundation

(828) 437-8397 | www.marchofdimes.com Masonic Temple, Kedron Masonic Lodge #387

(828) 693-5400 Michigan Club, The

(828) 693-9150 Mill Center

(828) 697-5700 | www.millcenter.org Miss Hendersonville Scholarship Pageant, Inc.

(828) 696-0524 Moms Club of Hendersonville, NC

(828) 698-7051 | www.geocities.com/wncmomsclub Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)

(877) 438-6233 Mountain Farm & Home Museum, Inc.

(828) 697-8846 | www.homestead.com/mfhmuseum Mountain Gardener Club, The

(828) 891-6452 NC Apple Festival

(828) 697-4557 | www.ncapplefestival.org National Technical Honor Society

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Opportunity House, Inc.

(828) 692-0575 Optomist Club

(828) 693-4344 PFLAG Flat Rock/Hendersonville

(828) 696-8250 Polish American Club of WNC (PAC/WNC)

(828) 696-9479

Quarter Century Wireless Association

(828) 891-8600 Quilt Club, Tarheel Piecemakers

(828) 692-2773 Quilters Guild, WNC

(828) 884-7330 | www.westernncquilters.org Red Hat Society

(828)696-4136 | www.tophatters.com Republican Men's Club Henderson County

(828) 692-8645 | www.voteforthegop.com Republican Party, Henderson County

(828) 693-6040 Republican Women's Club, Apple Country

(828) 891-4412 Rotary Club of Hendersonville

(828) 693-5692 | www.hendersonvillerotary.com Rotary Club of Hendersonville, Four Seasons

(828) 776-6639 SCORE

(828) 693-8702 Salvation Army

(828) 693-4181 Senior Friendships of Henderson County

(828) 693-9563 | www.seniorfriendships.com Senior Singles

(828) 890-4600 Seniors Social Club, The

(828) 697-8367 Sertoma Club, Hendersonville

(828) 687-2426 Shrine Club, Hendersonville

(828) 693-6191 | www.hendersonvilleshriners.org Sons of Confederate Veterans Walter M. Bryson Camp 70 | (828) 890-4015 Spay/Neuter Clinic

(828) 877-6624 Special Olympics

(828) 696-0533 Square Dance Club, Southern Lights

(828) 698-2763 Sweet Adelines/Song O'Sky Chorus

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United Way of Henderson County

(828) 692-1636 Veterans of Foreign Wars

Hedrick-Rhodes Post 5206 | (828) 693-5930 Welcome Newcomer Service

(828) 698-0071 Welcome Wagon

(828) 698-5744 Welcome Wagon Club of Hendersonville, The

(828) 891-5906 Western Carolina Community Action, Inc.

(828) 693-1711 | www.wcca.net Western North Carolina Air Museum

(828) 698-2482 | wncairmuseum.com Woman's Club, GFWCNC

Forrest, (828) 697-4406 YMCA Family Center

(828) 692-5774 | www.ymcahendersoncounty.org Zonta Club of the North Carolina Blue Ridge

(828) 891-8098 | www.zonta.org

Don’t see your club or organization listed here?

Please contact the Chamber at 828/692-1413 Fax 828/693-8802 or chamber@hendersonvillechamber.org to share your information with us. Thank you!

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Shopping

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hether your taste runs to the traditional or to the unusual, Henderson County’s wide array of shops has something for everyone.

collector, whether the cherished items are teddy bears or antiques.

Fine ladies clothing stores and shops featuring handcrafted jewelry are also found.

Henderson County offers a variety of shopping opportunities at the Blue Ridge Mall and all along popular Four Seasons Boulevard.

Belk, J.C. Penney and K-Mart are featured stores at the Blue Ridge Mall. Many delightful and unique boutiques and specialty shops are in close proximity.

Highlands Square brings many shopping and dining opportunities to Henderson County. Included are Wal-Mart Super Center, Staples, Pier I, Sam's Club and The UPS Store as well as Atlanta Bread Company, Chick-fil-A, Baby Back Joe’s Smokehouse, O’Charleys, Zaxby’s and much more.

Don’t miss Historic Downtown Hendersonville, made up of around 150 businesses. It’s a memorable and enjoyable walk for both visitor and resident.

There are shops to please the

The recent addition of Southridge Shopping Center on Airport Road features Target, Lowes, Office Max, Best Buy, Marshalls and a World Marketplace.

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Communications Newspapers

Asheville Citzen-Times (www.citizen-times.com) is published daily, P.O. Box 2090, Asheville, NC 28802 828-252-5622 or 1-800-800-4204

Hendersonville Times-News (www.hendersonvillenews.com) is published daily for Henderson and surrounding counties, P.O. Box 490, Hendersonville, NC 28793 828-692-5763 circulation

La Voz Independiente Weekly Spanish language newspaper:

P.O. Box 968, Fletcher, NC 28732 | 828-687-1132

Radio/Television

Hendersonville is home to two radio stations,

WHKP-1450AM and WTZQ-1600AM Regional radio stations provide a full variety

of AM and FM offerings from Bach to rock.

Television stations representing all major networks and PBS are available, as well as cable television hook-up (see: Getting Connected).

Library Services Henderson County Public Library

301 N. Washington St.

Hendersonville, NC 28739

828-697-4725.

The library issues library cards to residents and non-residents; however, non-residents must pay a fee.

Branches of the Henderson County Library are located in:

Fletcher | 828-687-1218

Edneyville | 828-685-0110

Green River | 828-697-4969

Etowah | 828-891-6577

Mills River | 828-890-1850.

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Churches/Religion

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hose searching for a place of worship will find many religious institutions of varying faiths in Henderson County.

The county has over 200 churches, 36 of which are within the Hendersonville city limits. Two of Henderson County’s churches,

African Methodist Episcopal Zion St. Paul’s Tabernacle 813 W. 6th Ave. 828-697-8687 Shaw’s Creek AME Zion Campground Rd. 828-891-7009

Abrahamic Faith

Anderson Chapel Church of God Abrahamic Faith 205 Jack St., Hendersonville 828-698-7277

Anglican

All Saints Anglican Church 15 McDowell Rd., Arden 828-891-7216

Assemblies of God

New Beginnings Christian Fellowship Tom’s Hill Dr. 828-692-0777

Tabernacle of Praise 106 Old Airport Rd. Fletcher NC 828-687-2762

Baptist

Barker Heights Baptist 130 Glover St. 828-693-3678 Beulah Baptist Church 7088 Willow Rd. 828-693-5508 Blue Ridge Baptist St. Paul Rd. 828-685-9548 Bob’s Creek Baptist Zirconia 828-698-8595 Boylston Baptist Boylston Hwy. 828-891-5512 Newcomer’s Handbook 2008 | 32

Calvary Episcopal and St. John’s in the Wilderness, are well-known historic landmarks. The Baptist and Methodist denominations offer many houses of worship throughout the county. The following is an up-to-date list of the churches and denominations in Henderson County: Calvary Baptist Haywood Rd. 828-693-6014 Carolina Baptist Assn 601 Hebron St. 828-693-4274 Carolina Hispanic Baptist Chimney Rock Rd. 828-685-0000 Cherryfield Baptist Cherryfield. Brevard 828-862-3967 Crab Creek Baptist Jeeter Mtn. Rd. 828-692-5694 Ebenezer Baptist 2557 Chimney Rock Rd. 828-692-0170 Etowah Baptist Hwy 64 West, Etowah NC 828-891-7153 Fellowship Baptist Howard Gap Rd. 828-697-2282 First Baptist 312 Fifth Ave., W. 828-693-3493 Fletcher First Baptist Cane Creek Rd. 828-687-1031 Fruitland Baptist Fruitland 828-685-8990 Gethsemane Baptist 1315 Old Spartanburg Rd. 828-692-4977 Holly Springs Baptist Crab Creek Rd. 828-692-2050

Horse Shoe First Baptist 4358 Brevard Rd., Horse Shoe 828-891-2924

Providence Baptist 1201 Oakland St. 828-697-2878

Kings Grove Baptist North Pace Rd. 828-685-8256

Refuge Baptist Oleta Rd. 828-685-8544

Locust Grove Baptist Locust Grove Rd. 828-685-7231

Shaw’s Creek Baptist 1915 Brevard Rd. 828-692-4430

Maranatha Baptist 2511 Old Spartanburg Hwy. 828-693-6697

Shoal Creek Baptist Balsam Grv., Brevard 828-877-5881

Mills River Baptist 689 S. Mills River Rd., Horse Shoe 828-891-8512

Star of Bethel Baptist 105 N. Whitted St. 828-693-5119

Mt. Gilead Baptist 29 Mt. Gilead Church Rd. Fletcher 828-890-3863

Tuxedo First Baptist 828-692-0130

Mt. Moriah Baptist Gilliam Mountain Rd. 828-685-7292 Mt. Nebo Missionary Baptist Bills Creek Rd. 828-625-2115 Mountain Valley Baptist Mtn. Valley, Zirconia 828-692-9769 Mountain View Baptist Duncan Hill Rd. 828-693-4892 Mountain View Baptist Church of Tuxedo 458 Mtn. View Church Rd. 828-697-7704 Mud Creek Baptist Rutledge Dr. 828-692-1262 Mud Creek Baptist Mine Gap Rd. 828-693-7138 Naples Baptist Rugby Dr. 828-692-7982 Pleasant Grove Baptist Pleasant Grove Rd. 828-891-8929 Pleasant Hill Baptist Little River Rd. 828-696-9632

Union Grove Baptist Robinson Terr.

828-692-5010 Upward Baptist 935 Upward Rd., Flat Rock 828-693-4991 Valley Hill Baptist Price Rd. 828-692-2739 Zion Hill Baptist Greenville Hwy., Zirconia 828-692-0577

Baptist - Independent

Bethany Bible Church 207 Chadwick Ave. 828-696-8720 Bethel Baptist 5690 Old Haywood Rd. 828-890-4777 Calvary Baptist Haywood Rd. 828-693-6014

Emmanuel Baptist N. Mills River, Horse Shoe 828-890-3002 Fair Haven Baptist 27 Eisenhower Dr 828-696-3111 Grace Baptist Spartanburg Hwy. 828-692-4312 Mtn. Home Independent Baptist 828-693-5412 Newcomer’s Handbook 2008 | 33

Oak Grove Baptist 476 Oak Grove Rd., Flat Rock 828-693-8372

Oak Grove Christian 5 Morris Ave., Arden 828-687-8222

Stoney Mtn. Baptist 3301 Asheville Hwy. 828-692-2944

Christian & Missionary Alliance 1821 Windsor Dr. 828-692-3814

Victory Baptist Orchard Rd. 828-692-1387

Christian Science

Baptist - Reformed

Christian Science 235 W. Main St., Brevard 828-884-9181

East Hendersonville Baptist 1010 Shepherd St. 828-696-2135

First Church of Christ Science 702 Fifth Ave. W. 828-697-9774

Baptist - Southern

Church of Christ

Balfour Baptist 2502 Asheville Hwy 828-692-8336

Church of Christ 1975 Haywood Rd. 828-692-0306

Cedar Springs Baptist Green River Rd. Zirconia 828-693-1286

Church of God

East Flat Rock First Baptist 2227 Spartanburg Hwy 828-692-0765 First Baptist 312 5th Ave. W. 828-693-3493 French Broad Baptist Grandview Lane 828-891-4665 Main Street Baptist 202 S. Main St. 828-692-4132 Shaw’s Creek Baptist 91 Shaws Creek Rd. 828-692-4430 W. Hendersonville Baptist 730 Willow St. 828-692-6607

Bible

Faith Bible 2035 Jeffress Rd., Fletcher 828-891-9313

Catholic

East Flat Rock Church of God 108 E. King St. 828-693-7676 Hendersonville Church of God 2103 Brevard Rd. 828-693-6909

Congregational

First Congregational Church of Hendersonville 1735 W. 5th Ave. 828-692-8630

Episcopal

Episcopal Church of the Holy Family 419 Turnpike Road, Mills River 828-891-9375 St. James Episcopal 766 N. Main St. 828-693-7458 St. John in the Wilderness 33 Corner Rutledge/ Greenville Hwy., Flat Rock 828-693-9783 St. Mary’s Chapel 2657 Chimney Rock Rd. 828-697-5292

Immaculate Conception Catholic 208 Seventh Ave. W. 828-693-6901

St. Paul’s Episcopal St. Paul Rd. 828-685-3644

Christian

Harvest Outreach Ministries 127 School House Rd. , Mills River 828-890-4747

Blue Ridge Christian 60 Oren Dr., Fletcher 828-687-7826

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Full Gospel

Holiness

Union Hill Holiness Baptist Union Hill Rd. 828-685-2774

Independent

Bethany Bible 207 Chadwick Ave. 828-696-8720 Faith Bible 621 Jeffress Rd., Mills River 828-891-9313

Jehovah’s Witnesses

Jehovah’s Witnesses North Congregation Jeffress Rd., Mills River 828-891-5922

Edneyville United Methodist Bearwallow Rd. 828-685-7344 Etowah United Methodist Brickyard Rd. 828-891-4360 First United Methodist Church St. & Sixth Ave. W. 828-693-4275 Fruitland United Methodist 66 S. Mills Gap Rd. 828-685-0510 Mills River United Methodist 131 Old Turnpike Rd. 828-891-7788

Jehovah’s Witnesses South, East, & Spanish 1305 W. 5th Ave. 828-697-7900

Moores Grove United Methodist Chimney Rock Rd. 828-692-4124

Latter Day Saints

The Bread of Life Caldwell St., Brevard 828-877-3577

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 2005 Brevard Hwy. 828-692-9997

Lutheran

Grace Lutheran ELCA 1245 Sixth Ave. W. 828-693-4890 Living Savior Lutheran Wisconsin Synod 72 Long Shoals Rd., Arden 828-650-0404

Missionary

Nazarene

First Church of the Nazarene 111 Washington St. 828-692-7746

New Testament

Lifehouse International Ministries & Fellowships 130 Suttles Rd., Flat Rock 828-696-9987

Non-Denominational

Mt. Pisgah Lutheran Missouri Synod, 2606 Chimney Rock Rd. 828-692-7027

Anointed Word International Church Bradley Branch Rd., Arden 828-654-7964

Mennonite

Calvary Chapel of Hendersonville 1440 Whitmire Cir. 828-698-1870

Foothills Community Church 2720 Landrum Rd 828-863-4638

Methodist - United

Balfour United Methodist Asheville Hwy. 828-692-5501 Cummings Memorial Banner Farm Rd., Horse Shoe 828-891-9413 Dana United Methodist Ridge Rd. 828-685-3141

Victory Tabernacle 316 S. King St., E. Flat Rock 828-693-0105

Orthodox

St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox 5 Parkridge Dr., Fletcher 828-681-8080

Pentecostal

Ebenezer Penecostal 99 McCall St., Flat Rock 828-698-7283

East Flat Rock United Methodist Spartanburg Hwy. 828-697-6846 Newcomer’s Handbook 2008 | 35

Pentecostal Holiness

Hendersonville Seventh Day Adventist 2301 Asheville Hwy. 828-692-2255

Presbyterian

Mills River Seventh Day Adventist Jeffress Rd. 828-891-3034

Pentecostal Holiness 316 W. Allen St. 828-692-2942

Arden Presbyterian PCA, 2215 Hendersonville Rd. 828-684-7221 Covenant Presbyterian PCA, 2101 Kanuga Rd. 828-693-8651

Upward Seventh Day Adventist 957 Upward Rd., Flat Rock 828-697-9876

Spanish

Etowah Presbyterian USA, Brickyard Rd., Etowah 828-891-3447

Iglesia Hispana Jesus Te Llama 400 W. 1st Ave. 828-693-8218

First Presbyterian USA, 699 N. Grove St., NC 828-692-3211

Synagogues - Reform

Grace Community PCA, 495 Cardinal Rd., Mills River, 828-891-2006 Mills River Presbyterian PC USA, 10 Presbyterian Church Rd., Horse Shoe 828-891-7101 Pinecrest Presbyterian 1790 Greenville Hwy. 828-692-0063

Agudas Israel Congregation 505 Glasgow Lane, Laurel Park 828-693-9838

Unitarian Universalist

Unitarian Universalist Fellowship 409 Patterson St. 828-693-3157

United Church of Christ First Congregational Church of Hendersonville 1735 Fifth Ave. W. 828-692-8630

United Pentecostal

Reformation Presbyterian Church 120 W. 7th Ave. 828-698-3536

First United Pentecostal 474 Duncan Rd., Flat Rock 828-698-5821

Trinity Presbyterian PC USA, 900 Blythe St. 828-692-6114

Unity

Salvation Army

Salvation Army 239 Third Ave. E. 828-693-4181

Seventh Day Adventist

Arden Seventh Day Adventist 35 Airport Rd. 828-684-6700 Fletcher Seventh Day Adventist Howard Gap Rd. 828-684-0332

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Unity Center of Christianity 2041 Old Fanning Bridge Rd. Fletcher 828-684-3798

Wesleyan

Bethel Wesleyan 909 Tracy Grove Rd. 828-693-9787 Life Spring Wesleyan Church 67 Etowah Center Dr., Etowah 828-891-7212

Body & Soul Books, Music, Crystals & Gifts 828-687-1193

http://crystalvisionsbooks.com US 25 2 mi. S. of Fletcher 10 am-6 pm Mon-Sat

Since 1989

Hydroseeding • Landscape Providing Bicycles for theInstallation Entire Family Commercial Lawn Maintenance

206 Old HomeHwy Road,•Asheville, NC 28804 607 Greenville Hendersonville, NC Steve Horticulturist 828.692.0613 • WARd www.BIKEWAYSWNC.com Phone (828) 645-3364 Fax (828) 658-8304

Veritas Christian Academy Academic excellence and Christ-centered teaching in an atmosphere of grace Pre-Kindergarten - 12th Grade 17 Cane Creek Road, Fletcher 681-0546* www.veritasnc.org

Peace At Hand Therapeutic Massage

XIFSF DIJMESFO MPWF UP MFBSO

and Infrared Sauna Natural Bath & Body Care Products Soy Candles • Gems & Minerals %CNN CDQWV QRGP JQWUGU Greeting Cards •YYY VJGNGCTPKPIEQOOWPKV[ QTI Candle warmers • Relaxation CDs Gift certificates and Baskets • and much more - OWNVK ITCFG FC[ UEJQQN CV %COR 4QEMOQPV KP $NCEM /QWPVCKP *CPFU QP GZRGTKGPVKCN NGCTPKPI UGTXKEG EWTTKEWNWO QWVFQQT GFWECVKQP CTV OWUKE GPTKEJOGPV NQY UVWFGPV VGCEJGT TCVKQ 5KPEG

692-3003 / 243-3139

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LEE FRADY Shop Manager WRECKER SERVICE

172449-114

Angela Quinn, LMBT # 2476 •1531 Haywood Rd Hendersonville, NC (828) 255-0664 FAX (828) 252-9710

Auto Body EXPERtS

465 N. LOUISIANA AVE. ASHEVILLE, NC 28806 FREE EStIMAtES

SUSTAINABLE KITCHENS

THE LAZY SUSAN

“Kitchen Emporium�

625 Haywood Rd, West Asheville 828-225-3235 Hours: Tues-Sat 10:00~5:30

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The Law City Government

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www.cityofhendersonville.org

he Hendersonville City government is run by a mayor and council of four. Councilmen are nominated and elected from the city-at-large for a period of four years. The mayor is elected from the city-at-large for a period of four years. The mayor conducts business at City Hall and policy is set by council members. City Council meets the first Thursday after the first Monday of each month at City Hall. For information call 697-3000. The following

is a list of the mayor and city council members: Mayor Greg Newman Council Members Jeff Collis Barbara Volk Bill O’Cain Steve Caraker City Manager Chris Carter

County Government www.hendersoncountync.org

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enderson County is governed by a Board of Commissioners consisting of five members who are elected to a term of four years. These five then elect a chairperson. The county also has a full-time County Manager.

Commissioners meet twice monthly, the first Monday and the third Wednesday of each month.

For information call 697-4808.

The following is the list of County Commissioners:

Chairman Bill Moyer Vice Chairman Charles Messer Commissioners Mark Williams Chuck McGrady Larry Young County Manager Steve Wyatt Assistant County Manager Selena Coffey

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State Government

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he one senator and two representatives from Henderson County are among 170 members of the North Carolina General Assembly who meet in Raleigh biennially, in regular session, to adopt a state budget and enact various other laws.

The General Assembly is composed of 50 senators and 120 members of the house. State elections are held every two years on a partisan basis, with

the Democratic and Republican parties selecting nominees in May primaries to run against each other in November elections.

Officials are: 2007-2008 Representative Rep. Carolyn Justus (R) 117th District Rep. Trudi Walend (R) 113th District Senator Tom Apodaca 48th District

All state lawmakers are reachable through (919) 733-4111

Voting

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esidents must register 25 days prior to an election, be a U.S. citizen, and be 18 years of age or older by the November election date. To register to vote, contact the Henderson County Board of Elections, P.O. Box 2090, 28793, 120 S. Grove

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St., 28792, Hendersonville, NC (828) 697-4970. Hours are 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. You can also pick up registration forms at all county libraries or you may register while obtaining your driver’s license.

Law Enforcement

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aw enforcement in Henderson County is carried out by approximately 92 officers in the county and 33 officers in the city.

The Hendersonville Police Department is located at 127 Sixth Ave. E., Hendersonville, NC 28792 The Henderson County Sheriff’s Department is located at 107 Second Ave. W., Hendersonville, NC 28792 There is one fire station in the city limits and 12 in the county. The communities of Bat Cave, Blue Ridge, Dana, Edneyville, Etowah, Horse Shoe, Fletcher, Gerton, Green River, Mills River, Mountain Home, Saluda and Valley Hill are served.

Police Department

Police Chief Donnie Parks Emergency: 911 Call: 828-883-2212 Investigations: 828-697-3042 Support Services: 828-697-3031

Fire Department Emergency: 911

All Fire Departments Inside and Outside City Limits: 911 Bat Cave Fire & Rescue 828-625-9313 Blue Ridge Fire & Rescue Emergency Business 828-692-4416 Dana Fire Dept.

General Business: 828-685-3494 Edneyville Fire Dept.

General Business: 828-685-7311 Etowah-Horse Shoe Fire Dept.

General Business: 828-891-3102 Fletcher Fire Dept.

General Business: 828-684-0864 Gerton Fire Dept.

General Business: 828-625-2779 Green River Fire Dept.

General Business: 828-692-4009

Henderson County Rescue Squad 828-692-3487

Henderson County EMS 828-697-4827

Parking Enforcement: 828-697-3050 Records: 828-697-3036 Chief’s Office: 828-697-3031 Sheriff’s Department Sheriff George Erwin Emergency: 911 Information: 828-697-4911 Administration: 828-697-4596 Civil Process: 828-697-4940 Criminal Investigation Division: 697-4930

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Driver's License

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ew residents must apply for a North Carolina driver’s license within 60 days of relocating to the state.

Applications may be made at the Driver’s License Bureau, 125 Baystone Dr., Hendersonville, NC 28791. The telephone number is 828-692-6915. The fee is $10-$20 cash or check.

A North Carolina license plate must be purchased within 30 days of residency. An automobile title and proof of insurance must be presented to the License Tag Agency, located in the Four Seasons Mall, Hendersonville, (828-692-0648). Auto tags are

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$28 and truck tags up to 4000 lbs. are $28, title fee is $40, payable in cash or check with photo ID. Ownership of liability insurance is a prerequisite to register a motor vehicle in the state. In addition, out of state automobiles must be inspected within 10 days from date vehicles are subject to registration.

A new resident in the state will pay a Highway Use Tax based on the wholesale value of their vehicle when N.C. license plates are purchased. The amount is based on 3% of the wholesale value of the vehicle not to exceed a maximum of $150.

Transportation

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endersonville is located adjacent to Interstates 26 and 40 and U.s. Highways 25, 64, and 176. The area is also served by the blue ridge Parkway.

The asheville regional airport, 9 miles from downtown Hendersonville, serves the 11 county area of western North carolina. Passengers can choose from 4 commercial air carriers and fly to over 200 cities worldwide. The airport is committed

to serving the needs of both commercial and general aviation customers, with airport features including an 8,001-foot long, 15 foot wide primary runway, capable of serving large jet aircraft.

The Hendersonville airport, 693-1897, has a 3,100 ft. lighted runway and is located on shepherd street near the blue ridge community college. The airport provides flight school and plane maintenance.

Airlines Asheville Regional Airport

(www.flyavl.com)

Continental Express

1-800-525-0280 | www.continental.com service to Newark and Houston

Delta

1-800-221-1212 | www.delta.com service to atlanta, cincinnati, orlando

Northwest Airlines

1-800-225-2525 | www.nwa.com service to detroit & minneapolis/st. Paul

US Airways

1-800-428-4322 | www.usairways.com service to charlotte, washington dc, Philadelphia

Buses Apple Country Public Transportation

828-698-8571

Greyhound Bus Lines

828-693-1201 | Toll Free 800-231-2222

Taxi Cabs A Cab

828-698-2324

Apple Cab

828-696-1583

Blue Byrd Cab

828-693-3011

Checker Cab Co.

828-692-2424

City Cab

828-884-9612

Deaver Cab

828-693-3131

Industrial Transportation

828-693-3221

Radio Cab

828-693-4272

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The Basics Healthcare

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enderson County offers a wide variety of health care services through the two local hospitals as well as other medical facilities. Henderson County has two full-service hospitals, Margaret R. Pardee Memorial and Park Ridge, providing a wide range of care to residents of Henderson and surrounding counties.

Pardee Hospital, 800 N. Justice Street, Hendersonville, NC 28791.

(828) 696-1000, website www. pardeehospital.org Pardee is a not-for-profit community hospital located in Hendersonville. The hospital was founded in 1953 and is licensed for 222 acute care beds.

Pardee is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.

Pardee provides health care services and education through several facilities, including the main hospital (Justice Street), the Pardee Health Education center in the Blue Ridge Mall (Four Seasons Boulevard), Urgent Care facility in Hendersonville (Thompson Street), Pardee Care Center - a nursing and rehabilitation center, and the Pavilion, an adult day care facility (both located in Flat Rock). The hospital has an Rehab & Wellness Center facility (Thompson Street) adjacent to the Epic Theatres complex. Other facilities include a medical office building (Oak Street) that houses Hendersonville Family Health Center’s family practice physicians and Hendersonville Family Practice Residency program, a midwifery program through the Pardee Women’s Health Center, and Western Carolina Medical Associates’ (WCMA) internal medicine physicians. WCMA Newcomer’s Handbook 2008 | 44

offers an additional location in Fletcher, (behind CVS). Pardee provides an outpatient radiology and radiation oncology services through a outpatient radiology facility and the Kayden Radiation Oncology facility, located across from the main hospital entrance (Justice Street). The Kayden Center is a part of the hospital’s Comprehensive Cancer Center at Pardee, the only cancer program in Henderson County accredited by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer.

Pardee is a teaching hospital accredited by the Graduate Medical Education Residency Review Committee for Family Practice. Through an affiliation with Mountain Area Health Education Center and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Pardee provides a three year residency training program for medical students pursuing additional training in family medicine.

For the second consecutive year, Pardee Hospital has been ranked among the top ten percent of hospitals in the United States for joint replacement surgery and stroke care, according to a comprehensive study released by HealthGrades, the nation’s leading healthcare ratings company. Pardee received the HealthGrades 2007 Joint Replacement Excellence and 2007 Stroke Care Excellence Awards based on its outstanding patient outcomes in these areas.

It is the only facility in Western North Carolina to score in the top ten percent nationally for stroke care, and was also named best in this region for joint replace-

ment surgery, which includes total hip and knee replacement procedures. Pardee ranked second out of 61 hospitals in the state for joint replacement surgery. The HealthGrades study also cited pulmonary and cardiac as strong clinical areas at Pardee Hospital.

The facility received five star ratings for the treatment of heart failure, atrial fibrillation and community acquired pneumonia. The respiratory outcomes at Pardee placed it among the top ten hospitals in North Carolina for pulmonary care. More information is available at www.healthgrades. com.

You can find out much more about Pardee Hospital by visiting their website – www.pardeehospital. org, where you can also:

Find doctors that are accepting new patients.

Register online for special

programs, health screenings

and more.

Check possible

interactions between

medications and vitamins,

supplements and over-the-

counter drugs that you are

taking on their Online

Pharmacist program.

Find maps and other information that will aid you as a visitor or patient at Pardee Hospital.

CarePartners Rehabilitation Hospital and Outpatient R e h a b i l i t a t i o n S e r v i c e s , 68 Sweeten Creek Road, Asheville, NC 28803 828-277-4800 CarePartners Rehabilitation Hospital is a licensed 80-bed hospital offering services to individuals with physical, cognitive, and developmental impairments, including brain injury, spinal cord injury, stroke, amputation, industrial injury, chronic pain, and orthopedic disabilities. The rehabilitation hospital and outpatient

center are located on the main campus. There are four outpatient therapy clinics throughout Buncombe County.

CarePartners Health Services also provides hospice and palliative care, home health services, adult day services and private duty services. www.carepartners.org Bayada Nurses, 212 South Grove Street, Suite F, Hendersonville, NC 28792 828-696-1900 or 1-800-606-1428. Since 1975, Bayada Nurses have been helping people have a safe home life with comfort, independence and dignity, despite illness or disability.

The Hendersonville office offers both personal care and skilled nursing services. They service the counties of Henderson, Polk and Transylvania. The field staff is comprised of experienced CNAs, LPNs and RNs that have been screened, bonded and insured.

An experienced RN provides clinical supervision. Bayada Nurses is JCAHO accredited and offers free insurance processing.

Park Ridge Hospital, 100 Hospital Drive, Hendersonville, NC 28792 www.parkridgehospital.org (828) 684-8501 Park Ridge Hospital is a notfor-profit acute care facility that has provided superior medical care with Christian compassion since 1910. Conveniently located between Asheville and Hendersonville at exit 44 off of I-26, this full service, multi-specialty hospital was the first health care facility in Henderson County.

The hospital is known for superior medical care with Christian compassion since 1910.

The hospital is known for state-ofthe-art technology and its highly trained and caring staff of healthcare professionals. Park Ridge Hospital obtained the first 64 slice CT Scanner in the Carolinas, and was the first in Henderson County to offer digital mammography and 4-D Ultrasound. They offer Newcomer’s Handbook 2008 | 45

comprehensive cancer services, a breast health center, a sleep center, and Henderson County’s only comprehensive wound care center. Park Ridge Hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.

The hospital is one of 37 hospitals in the U.S. belonging to the Adventist Health System, and is the areas only faith-based hospital. With 200 physicians and over 900 employees, Park Ridge Hospital is known for providing quality and personalized patient care. This goes hand in hand with its Christina philosophy of commitment to caring for those suffering from sickness and injury as well as promoting a better lifestyle through practicing and teaching good health techniques.

As part of their mission to serve the community, Park Ridge Hospital offers FREE health screenings year-round through their Wellness on Wheels (WOW) Van and their Women’s Healthy Heart Screenings. These and other community services are funded in part by the Park Ridge Hospital Foundation.

Park Ridge Hospital employs 45 physicians through Park Ridge Medical Associates, serving your healthcare needs through a comprehensive range of physician services. The hospital’s unique

OB-GYN services include traditional and alternative birthing and deliveries by in a caring, familyoriented setting. Therapy services are available in four locations in Buncombe and Henderson Counties. HOPE Behavioral Health Services meets the psychiatric needs of adult women and seniors. Full service home health is available in four counties.

The Urgent Care facility is based in Arden on Airport Road. Both the Urgent Care and the hospital’s ER offer a 20 Minute Wait Time Guarantee: patients can expect a wait time from waiting room to treatment room of 20 minutes or less, or they receive a gift certificate. In 2006 the ER Department met the guarantee 95% of the time!

For more information about Park Ridge Hospital, or about other hospital services, visit www. parkridgehospital.org. To request a copy of the Medical Staff Directory, contact the Business Development office at (828) 6812687.

Henderson County Health Department, 1347 Spartanburg Hwy. Hendersonville, NC 28792.

828-692-4223. The Health Dept. offers an array of an array of services that greatly benefit the community.

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Post Office The Hendersonville Main Post Office is located at 427 Fifth Ave. W., Hendersonville, NC 28739. Branches are located throughout the county. The annex is located at 90 Lakewood Rd.

Business Organizations For a complete list of Chamber Member businesses and organizations, see the Membership Directory & Buyers Guide published by the Hendersonville Chamber of Commerce or go online to www.hendersonvillechamber.org and click on “Doing Business with Members.”

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Getting Connected

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ere are some guides for newcomers on requirements for local services:

Electric Service These services provided by: Duke Power Company 828-697-3400 www.dukepower.com Progress Energy 1-800-451-2777 www.progress-energy.com

Gas Gas service is provided by: PSNC Energy PO Box 70504 Charlotte, NC 28272.

Payment Locations: City of Hendersonville, 318 4th Ave. East M-F 8:30-5 Many customers can start the service without a deposit if they have had natural gas service previously or can prove good credit by a credit bureau check, or a guarantee from a current customer with good credit. www.scana.com

Water The local water supplier is Hendersonville Water and Sewer Department PO Box 1760 145 Fifth Ave. E. Hendersonville, NC 28792 828-697-3052 A $20 turn-on fee is required.

Telephone New residents may obtain phone service from BellSouth by calling 1-888-757-6500. Applications may be handled over the telephone.

The deposit is determined at the time of application, and may be paid in installments as well as application fee of $42.75. www.bellsouth.com

Television Mediacom 719 Old Spartanburg Hwy. Hendersonville, NC 28792 828-697-1371 DirecTV 2314 Asheville Hwy. STEA, Hendersonville, NC 28791 828-693-0530 Get Wireless Wireless Communications 2111 Asheville Hwy. Hendersonville, NC 28791 828-696-8997 Call for information on rates and installation specifics.

Garbage Collection/Recycling: Hendersonville Sanitation Department 305 Williams Street Hendersonville, NC 28792 828-697-3084 for service inside the city limits. For county collection, see the telephone directory for private firms.

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Real Estate and Housing For information regarding real estate in the Hendersonville area contact: The Hendersonville Board of Realtors 828-693-9642 Please visit the Chamber web site at: www.hendersonvillechamber.org for our member realtors and developers.

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Sources: Henderson County Chamber of Commerce, U.S. Census, NC Office of State Planning, NC Dept. of Revenue, Henderson County Land Development, NC Employment Security Commisssion.

Senior Citizens

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enderson county is a retirement mecca. because of its moderate climate, slowerpaced lifestyle, and unmatched scenery, retirees from throughout the United states think of Hendersonville as the destination for a quiet, relaxing goal at the end of their careers.

Not only does Henderson county offer a multitude of activities for senior citizens from outdoor excursions to arts and crafts projects, it also boasts a variety of retirement communities in all price ranges, from condominiums and modular homes to elegant, peaceful subdivisions. The opportunity House is the area’s largest organizer of activities for seniors, newcomers and hobbyists of all ages. Located at 1411 asheville Hwy., Hendersonville, Nc 28791, it provides arts and crafts classes,

bridge, lectures, dance classes, exercise classes, college courses in connection with blue ridge community college and brevard college, trips, dinners, dances, and more. For more information regarding the opportunity House, call 828-692-0575. other public agencies with information for seniors are: council on aging, 105 king creek blvd., Hendersonville, Nc 28792, 828692-4203. Land-of-sky regional council, area agency on aging, 25 Heritage dr., asheville, Nc 28806, 828-251-6622, For more information about the Henderson county area contact: Henderson county chamber of commerce, 330 N. king st., H e n d e r s o n v i l l e , N c 2 8 7 9 2, 828-692-1413.

Financial Institutions

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enderson county is served by nine commercial banks, four savings institutions. These financial institutions offer extensive services including 24-hour automatic teller machines with over 31 branches in and around Hendersonville. Total deposits from all FdIc financial institutions as of June 30, 2007 were $1,763,823.

Source: fdic.gov

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Friday 8:30am-6:00pm Local

828-884-7283 Toll-free

828-642-7284 Fax

828-884-2984

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Important Numbers Adoption, Social Services

828-697-5557

Alcoholics Anonymous

828-254-8539; 800-524-0465

American Red Cross

828-693-5605

Animal Shelter

828-697-4723

Better Business Bureau

828-253-2392; 800-452-2882

Better Speech and Hearing Council

828-697-2153

Blue Ridge Health Center

828-692-4289

Chamber of Commerce, Hendersonville 828-692-1413 Child Care Resource and Referral

828-692-3847

Children and Family Resource Center

828-698-0674

Civil Air Patrol

828-687-2875

Council on Aging

828-692-4203

Day Care, Social Services

828-698-4441

Department of Social Services

828-697-5500

Emergency Medical Services

911

Employment Security Commission

828-693-1703

Juvenile Court Counselor

828-697-4895

Land of Sky Regional Council

828-251-6622

Landfill

828-697-4505

Mainstay (Domestic Violence)

828-693-3840

Narcotics Anonymous

828-258-4537; 800-828-5689

Pardee Hospital

828-696-1000

Park Ridge Hospital

828-684-8501

Poison Controll

800-222-1222

Road Information

511

Rape Crisis Program

828-692-3931

Salvation Army

828-693-4181

SSEACO

828-692-9626

Suicide Prevention, National

800-273-8255

The Healing Place (Sexual Abuse)

828-692-3931

Trend Mental Health

828-884-2027

United Way Referral Line

211

Vocational Rehabilitation

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