Maintaining Mental Wellness Through Workplace Uncertainty, Chaos and Change
Learning & Development (Internal)
Join the National Alliance on Mental Illness-North Carolina for an important, insightful conversation with Kelly Crosbie, Director of the NC Division for Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities and Substance Use Disorders. We’ll discuss how managers and executives can set a positive and empathetic tone during times of stress, steps employers can take to ease difficult transitions, and how employees can protect and care for their own mental wellness.
Pillars: Becoming A Leader.
Thursday, May 29, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Webinar Hosted by NAMI.
For more info visit w6wxcxebb.cc.rs6.net. Team Building- 5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team
Connector Import
This training, based on the bestselling book “5 Behaviors of a Cohesive Team” focuses on 5 key behaviors that make teams successful. It will expand upon what participants learned in BC effective communication class, DiSC, and our Culture of Service classes to dive deeper into working effectively and efficiently with others.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$599/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, May 29, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
TED Talk (May 2025)
Connector Import
Join Strategy and Innovation for a viewing and discussion of May's TEDTalk, "A Simple Way to Inspire Your Team," with David Burkus.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$708/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Friday, May 30, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
One Buncombe One Answer: Countywide Townhall with Avril Pinder
This month's One Buncombe, One Answer will feature an overview of two very important County projects. CAPE Director Lillian Govus will go over details about the upcoming website migration and Management Analyst Kathleen Blackney will discuss the Envision Buncombe survey.
Please join us for this opportunity to hear directly from management and ask questions about the new website, Envision Buncombe, and other topics.
If you can’t attend the live event, it will be posted as a YouTube link on County Central.
Friday, May 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
For more info visit teams.microsoft.com. Buncombe County Treatment Courts Celebration
You are invited to attend a celebration of Buncombe County’s Treatment Courts, which have assisted people with recovery-based intervention since 2000. The event will be on May 30, from 12:45 p.m. to 2 p.m. at the Buncombe County Courthouse.
At this celebration, participants will hear from speakers from each court, including a judge and a former participant sharing their experience and successes.
Event Details What: Buncombe County Treatment Courts Celebration
When: Friday, May 30, 12:45 p.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Buncombe County Courthouse, 5th Floor Superior Courtroom
What: Family and friends will celebrate treatment court participants. Each of the three courts will have two speakers, one judge and one former participant with success stories.
Notice - Description: Buncombe County Treatment Courts Celebration.
Friday, May 30, 2025, 12:45 PM – 2:00 PM.
Buncombe County Courthouse (5th Floor Superior Courtroom) - 60 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC, 28801.
For more info visit www.buncombecounty.org. First day to begin drafting FY26 Purchase Orders and Supplier Contracts in Workday
Contact procurement@buncombecounty.org for more information.
Monday, June 2, 2025.
New Employee Orientation
Learning & Development (Internal)
Pillars: Becoming A Leader. Event Type: New Employee Orientation (NEO).
Monday, June 2, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
DiSC
Connector Import
DiSC® is a well-respected behavioral assessment that helps determine our predominant style of communicating. RSVP to take the assessment and learn more about DiSC in the workshop.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$600/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, June 3, 2025, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Do You Want to Get Promoted?
Connector Import
This is an interview training. Looking to move up in the organization but it's been a while since you went through the interview process? Join our Recruitment team to learn the interview process within Buncombe County, get some pointers and coaching regarding how to interview, and spend time honing your interviewing skills!
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$572/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Drop-In Overdose Reversal Training
Learn how you can potentially save a life.
Every month, community members can drop by to receive free overdose reversal training from Buncombe County Health and Human Services with the goal of empowering the community to recognize the signs of an overdose and how to respond. Training is also available in Spanish.
Everyone is welcome to drop in anytime between 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the first Friday of every month at 40 Coxe Avenue in Downtown Asheville (room N102).
During the drop-in, participants will: Meet with a staff member for 10 – 15 minutes to discuss how to recognize the signs of an overdose, steps to administer Naloxone and follow up care once given.? , Ask questions , Take free Naloxone, CPR masks, test strips as well as handouts and resources with you.
Notice - Description: Drop-In Overdose Reversal Training.
Friday, June 6, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
40 Coxe Avenue, Asheville NC.
For more info visit www.buncombecounty.org. Walk With A Doc! - Earn 20 BeWell points
Wellness Programs (Internal)
Earn 20 BeWell points!
Occurs every 1st Saturday of every month
Lindsay Wright, PA-C from BC Employee Health will be there so join her for a walk! Kids and families are welcome!
County Central Article
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Saturday, June 7, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Location is French Broad River Greenway in the River Arts District
Park under the Patton Ave bridge next to the old the Smoky Park Supper Club.
Free Community Fair: Flip the Script on Aging
Let’s change the way we think and talk about aging! Join us for a free community fair featuring speakers, breakfast, vendors, and resources to help us learn how to embrace aging.
Register Here by June 2: https://forms.office.com/g/f9PqYVUjdG
Buncombe County Commissioner Jennifer Horton will deliver the keynote speech and moderate a panel discussion with older adults who are flipping the script on aging and leading meaningful, purposeful, and active lives. The discussion will also feature older adults and professionals who are working to prevent abuse, scams, and fraud directed at older adults.
A light breakfast will be provided by Taco Billy.
Notice - Description: Free Community Fair: Flip the Script on Aging.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
First Baptist Church of Asheville
5 Oak St, Asheville, NC 28801-3003, United States.
For more info visit www.buncombecounty.org. Moving the Needle: A Racial Equity Approach- Module #4
Connector Import
In this final module, we hope to answer the following question... How do we change an entire system? We would suggest that there are 4 actions you can take to move the needle and start changing the system.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$602/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, June 10, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Hiring Manager Training
Connector Import
If you are a supervisor, this training is for you! Don’t wait until you have a vacancy on your team—take this training now. At this session you will learn about the most up-to-date Recruiting process and have your questions answered by our reliable Human Resources Recruiters!
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$587/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Lunch & Learn: "Running on Empty?" Let's Talk Burnout (and What to Do About It)
Connector Import
If your to-do list is breeding overnight and you’ve forgotten what “well-rested” feels like... hi. You might be flirting with burnout. This Lunch & Learn is your chance to hit pause, laugh a little, and get real about what burnout actually is (spoiler: it’s not laziness). We’ll talk symptoms, stress spirals, and small-but-mighty strategies to help you refill your tank—without needing a weeklong retreat in the woods. Come as you are, bring your lunch (or snacks), and leave with hope + a few tools that actually help.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$726/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
New Employee Orientation
Learning & Development (Internal)
Pillars: Becoming A Leader. Event Type: New Employee Orientation (NEO).
Monday, June 16, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Living Our Core Values
Connector Import
Join the discussion around actionable ways you can embody our core values through your position with Buncombe County.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$558/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Holiday Closing - Juneteenth
Holiday Closings
All Buncombe County offices will be closed. Emergency and Public Safety Services will remain open.
Thursday, June 19, 2025.
For more info visit www.buncombecounty.org. Hiring Manager Training
Connector Import
If you are a supervisor, this training is for you! Don’t wait until you have a vacancy on your team—take this training now. At this session you will learn about the most up-to-date Recruiting process and have your questions answered by our reliable Human Resources Recruiters!
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$588/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Public Servant Leadership (PSL)
Connector Import
Join us for a deep dive into Public Servant Leadership - our Buncombe County leadership model that will help all BC leaders lead with compassion, empathy, awareness, and commitment to service.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$601/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
County Commission District 2 Town Hall
Join Buncombe County Commissioners for a District 2 town hall on Thursday, June 26 from 5:30-7:30 p.m at the North Windy Ridge Intermediate School cafeteria. Learn about where we are in our storm recovery process, share your input with Buncombe County Commissioners, and connect to County and recovery resources.
Thursday, June 26, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
North Windy Ridge Intermediate School, 20 Doan Rd, Weaverville, NC 28787.
For more info visit engage.buncombecounty.org. New Employee Orientation
Learning & Development (Internal)
Pillars: Becoming A Leader. Event Type: New Employee Orientation (NEO).
Monday, June 30, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Holiday Closing - Independence Day
Holiday Closings
All Buncombe County offices will be closed. Emergency and Public Safety Services will remain open.
Friday, July 4, 2025.
For more info visit www.buncombecounty.org. Drop-In Overdose Reversal Training
Learn how you can potentially save a life.
Every month, community members can drop by to receive free overdose reversal training from Buncombe County Health and Human Services with the goal of empowering the community to recognize the signs of an overdose and how to respond. Training is also available in Spanish.
Everyone is welcome to drop in anytime between 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the first Friday of every month at 40 Coxe Avenue in Downtown Asheville (room N102).
During the drop-in, participants will: Meet with a staff member for 10 – 15 minutes to discuss how to recognize the signs of an overdose, steps to administer Naloxone and follow up care once given.? , Ask questions , Take free Naloxone, CPR masks, test strips as well as handouts and resources with you.
Notice - Description: Drop-In Overdose Reversal Training.
Friday, July 4, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
40 Coxe Avenue, Asheville NC.
For more info visit www.buncombecounty.org. Walk With A Doc! - Earn 20 BeWell points
Wellness Programs (Internal)
Earn 20 BeWell points!
Occurs every 1st Saturday of every month
Lindsay Wright, PA-C from BC Employee Health will be there so join her for a walk! Kids and families are welcome!
County Central Article
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Saturday, July 5, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Location is French Broad River Greenway in the River Arts District
Park under the Patton Ave bridge next to the old the Smoky Park Supper Club.
Lunch & Learn: "That's a No for Me, Thanks": A Boundary Reset
Connector Import
Ever said yes when you really meant “absolutely not”? You’re in good company. This Lunch & Learn is all about boundaries: what they are, why we fumble them, and how to set them like a calm, confident adult (instead of a panicked raccoon in a group text). We’ll keep it real, respectful, and just irreverent enough to make it fun. Whether you’re boundary-curious or overdue for a reset, you’ll leave with real-life language and one boundary you can test drive this week—with zero guilt.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$727/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
New Employee Orientation
Learning & Development (Internal)
Pillars: Becoming A Leader. Event Type: New Employee Orientation (NEO).
Monday, July 14, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Living Our Core Values
Connector Import
Join the discussion around actionable ways you can embody our core values through your position with Buncombe County.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$559/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Last day to submit FY25 line-item transfer requests
Contact budget@buncombecounty.org for more information.
Wednesday, July 23, 2025.
County Commission District 3 Town Hall
Join Buncombe County Commissioners for a District 3 town hall on Thursday, July 24 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Ferguson Auditorium on the campus of A-B Tech. Learn about where we are in our storm recovery process, share your input with Buncombe County Commissioners, and connect to County and recovery resources.
Thursday, July 24, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
A-B Tech, Ferguson Auditorium.
For more info visit engage.buncombecounty.org. Submit invoices dated June 30 or prior
Contact ap@buncombecounty.org for more information.
Friday, July 25, 2025.
New Employee Orientation
Learning & Development (Internal)
Pillars: Becoming A Leader. Event Type: New Employee Orientation (NEO).
Monday, July 28, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Drop-In Overdose Reversal Training
Learn how you can potentially save a life.
Every month, community members can drop by to receive free overdose reversal training from Buncombe County Health and Human Services with the goal of empowering the community to recognize the signs of an overdose and how to respond. Training is also available in Spanish.
Everyone is welcome to drop in anytime between 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. on the first Friday of every month at 40 Coxe Avenue in Downtown Asheville (room N102).
During the drop-in, participants will: Meet with a staff member for 10 – 15 minutes to discuss how to recognize the signs of an overdose, steps to administer Naloxone and follow up care once given.? , Ask questions , Take free Naloxone, CPR masks, test strips as well as handouts and resources with you.
Notice - Description: Drop-In Overdose Reversal Training.
Friday, August 1, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
40 Coxe Avenue, Asheville NC.
For more info visit www.buncombecounty.org. Walk With A Doc! - Earn 20 BeWell points
Wellness Programs (Internal)
Earn 20 BeWell points!
Occurs every 1st Saturday of every month
Lindsay Wright, PA-C from BC Employee Health will be there so join her for a walk! Kids and families are welcome!
County Central Article
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Saturday, August 2, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Location is French Broad River Greenway in the River Arts District
Park under the Patton Ave bridge next to the old the Smoky Park Supper Club.
N.C. Private Roads and Bridges Program Deadline
The North Carolina Private Road and Bridge Program (NC-PRB) can assist property owners across western North Carolina with damages from Helene. The program:
Prioritizes repairs to private roads/bridges that are the sole access for emergency services to residential properties occupied by the property owner for over six months of the calendar year.
Prioritizes repairs to roads/bridges providing access to multiple residential homes, recreation or commercial facilities.
How to Get Started
If you have a private road, culvert, pipe, or bridge that was damaged or destroyed following Tropical Storm Helene and you are located in Buncombe County, please fill out the NC-PRB Interest Form by August 3, 2025.
You can apply for this program, even if you have applied for FEMA individual assistance.
Need Assistance?
If you need assistance with the form or have general questions about the NC Private Roads and Bridges Program, please contact ncemprb@ncdps.gov or call at 1-844-746-2326.
If you are a disaster survivor who needs…
Notice - Description: N.C. Private Roads and Bridges Program Deadline.
Sunday, August 3, 2025.
For more info visit www.ncdps.gov. County Commission District 1 Town Hall
Join Buncombe County Commissioners for a District 1 town hall on Thursday, July 24 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Koontz Intermediate School cafeteria. Learn about where we are in our storm recovery process, share your input with Buncombe County Commissioners, and connect to County and recovery resources.
Workday Learning Link: Join Buncombe County Commissioners for a District 3 town hall on Thursday, July 24 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Koontz Intermediate School cafeteria. Learn about where we are in our storm recovery process, share your input with Buncombe County Commissioners, and connect to County and recovery resources.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Koontz Intermediate School.
New Employee Orientation
Learning & Development (Internal)
Pillars: Becoming A Leader. Event Type: New Employee Orientation (NEO).
Monday, August 11, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Lunch & Learn: The Ultimate Gold Star Chart: Introducing Boring Self-Care
Connector Import
Bubble baths are cute, but did you refill your meds? Schedule that appointment you’ve been putting off? Throw in a load of laundry before it became a sentient being? This Lunch & Learn is a celebration of boring self-care—the quiet, routine things that keep us afloat when life is a lot (which, let’s be honest, is most of the time). We’ll explore what boring self-care actually means, how it’s deeply rooted in disability justice, and why brushing your teeth counts as resistance. Come for the gold stars, stay for the reminder that you’re allowed to take care of yourself in ways that are small, steady, and incredibly real.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$728/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Living Our Core Values
Connector Import
Join the discussion around actionable ways you can embody our core values through your position with Buncombe County.
Workday Learning Link: https://www.myworkday.com/buncombecounty/email-universal/inst/15972$560/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
New Employee Orientation
Learning & Development (Internal)
Pillars: Becoming A Leader. Event Type: New Employee Orientation (NEO).
Monday, August 25, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.