City News

Chief Blair Myhand and HPD staff have assembled a monthly report to increase transparency and involve the community in the services provided by the organization. Each month the reports will be posted on the Police Transparency webpage . This report was a result...

In consultation with the City's Diversity & Inclusion Advisory Committee, the City of Hendersonville embarked on the process to develop a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Strategic Plan. Community focus groups, listening sessions, and meetings with City staff were used to develop the plan....

In case you missed it - check out what happened during the Hendersonville City Council meeting on May 4, 2023!
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Bearfootin’ 2023 Bears to be Revealed May 10 at Welcome Center Stage
HENDERSONVILLE, NC – The Friends of Downtown Hendersonville welcomes the public to witness the unveiling of 20 new works of bear art! The Annual Bearfootin’ Art Walk program will hold the reveal event from 5:30 to 7 p....

The City of Hendersonville Stormwater Division will be leading a stream clean-up event on Saturday, June 3, 2023, from 10 am to 1 pm. During this event, a team of volunteers and City of Hendersonville staff will float down Mud Creek between N. Main Street and Balfour Road cleaning up trash all...

Trees provide the very necessities of life itself. They clean our air, protect our drinking water, create healthy communities, and feed the human soul. This statement from the Arbor Day Foundation is the basis of Hendersonville’s Arbor Day celebration and planting, an outdoor event scheduled for...

Hendersonville Farmers Market to Open May 6 with 45 Local Vendors
HENDERSONVILLE, NC – Hendersonville Farmers Market will start its third season on May 6 at the Historic Train Depot on Maple Street. Approximately 45 vendors are prepared to sell local food products including eggs, herbs...

The Hendersonville Police Department invites the community to stop by and have ‘Coffee With A Cop’!
On Thursday, May 4, 2023, from 8:00 am to 10:00 am Chief Blair Myhand and other Hendersonville Police Officers will be at Black Bear Coffee located at 318 N. Main Street.
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The City of Hendersonville is improving the water storage capacity of the North Fork Mills River Reservoir. The watershed and reservoir are located on completely forested, public lands within the Pisgah National Forest and have provided water to Hendersonville and surrounding areas for...

In case you missed it - check out what happened during the Hendersonville City Council meeting on April 12, 2023!
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Hendersonville’s Environmental Sustainability Board called for nominations earlier this year for the first Hendersonville Sustainability Hero Award. This award celebrates a City employee or team who champions sustainability practices in Hendersonville and the surrounding community.
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Hendersonville businesses and residents may see lower insurance premiums thanks to Hendersonville Fire Department’s new ISO Class 1 rating. The Public Protection Classification (PPC) Class 1 rating from the Insurance Services Office (ISO) is the best rating possible and represents Hendersonville...

North Carolina Apple Festival Recognized as North Carolina Main Street Champion
The Board of Directors of the North Carolina Apple Festival were recognized among thirty-eight North Carolina Main Street Champions at the North Carolina Main Street...

Rhythm & Brews Concert Series Reveals 2023 Season Lineup
HENDERSONVILLE, NC, April 10, 2023 – Summer is approaching, and so too is the Rhythm & Brews Concert Series, presented by Horizon Heating & Air! Beginning in May and running through September, these free outdoor shows...

The City of Hendersonville Public Works Department has announced its plan to conduct roadside mowing starting April 24 and continuing until late September. Roadside mowing helps ensure safety by improving the visibility of signs and preserving sightlines for road users. It also helps to keep...