News Coverage
Edible Asheville Fall 2026 Profile: Alyse Baca of Spicewalla
September 1, 2026 Alyse Baca thought she had her career figured out. After earning a degree in Dental Assisting from A-B Tech in 2011, she enjoyed the work and expected to stay in the profession. But while working full time, she picked up a hobby that slowly began changing her plans.
Rotary Club Funds wART Radio Backup Studio at A-B Tech Madison
September 1, 2026 Marshall — The Rotary Clubs of Asheville and Madison County teamed up to donate $4,000 to the Madison County Arts Council after the building required significant repairs following damage from Tropical Storm Helene.
New NC Community College System President Dr. Monty Sullivan Shares His Story And A Call To Action
September 1, 2026 On Friday, Dr. Monty Sullivan — the new interim president of the N.C. Community College System (NCCCS) — addressed an audience of community college trustees and presidents during a seminar held by the N.C. Association
A-B Tech Unveils Ambitious Vision For Futures Factory
August 5, 2026 Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College plans to build a major manufacturing education, workforce training, and research center that officials say will help prepare workers for the region’s growing advanced manufacturing industry and strengthen Western North Carolina’s economy.
A-B Tech Receives EDA Grant for WNC Futures Factory, Community College Daily
August 3, 2026 Several large-scale, workforce-focused projects led by or involving community colleges have received word over the past week of major federal investments. Most of the funding comes from the U.S. Commerce Department and the National Science Foundation.
$34M federal investment headed to western North Carolina, with $29M for A-B Tech
July 27, 2026 Asheville, N.C. (WLOS) — More than $34 million in federal funding is headed to western North Carolina to support workforce development and long-term recovery from Helene.
Asheville Culinary Students Medal, Honored At National Competition
July 8, 2026 Asheville — This summer, the Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College Culinary Department's Hot Food Team headed to the American Culinary Federation's national finals in Grand Rapids, Michigan, with the students set on cooking their way to victory in the intense live compet
New Program Helps Asheville Area High Schoolers Step Into High-Paying Careers
June 1, 2026 Asheville, N.C. (WLOS) — Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College is investing over $1 million in a new program that offers high schoolers opportunities to enter higher-paying careers.
Carolina Village and A-B Tech Recognized for Artistry in Intergenerational Innovation
May 18, 2026 Carolina Village has been named the recipient of the 2026 LeadingAge North Carolina Excellence in Innovation Award for its intergenerational collaboration, “Voices & Visions,” created in partnership with
A-B Tech Awards 800-Plus Degrees at Spring Commencement
May 16, 2026 Asheville, N.C. (WLOS) — Hundreds of Asheville-Buncombe Technology Community College graduates are celebrating after walking the stage on Saturday, May 16, to receive their diplomas. Loved ones filled the Harrah's Cherokee Center in downtown Asheville.