The Matt Mittan Show

The Walker Center was created to address Wilkes Community College’s mission components of culture, business, industry, and training. Dr. David Daniel, WCC president at the time, took the lead in the effort to construct the center and WCC’s Foundation, the development arm of the institution, embarked on a fundraising drive that would raise $2.2 million.

In March of 1983, ground was broken on the building thanks to the 1,500 donors who contributed to the vision of the center. When construction was completed, WCC was enhanced by a 33,000 square foot building that featured an 1,100 seat auditorium, lobby, backstage area, and management area.

The dedication and ribbon cutting were held on August 24, 1984 and featured the opening performance of Gordon MacRae and Anna Maria Alberghetti. On October 24 of that same year, WCC Theatre held its production of “The Music Man” in the center as a special performance for alumni.

Over the years, interest in the John A. Walker Community Center grew as more people realized the tremendous asset such a facility provides. In addition to a vibrant performing arts center and exciting school events program, the center has hosted many business and community events. The increasing demand on the facility indicated a need for expansion. In 2000, a $1.9 million renovation expanded the ballroom, provided additional restrooms, and created a full production kitchen.

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Here are your Top 20 Most Requested Songs / Artists of the past week, as voted by the listeners of Buzz Radio Asheville. "All Local Artists, All Genres, All The Time!"

1. Santiago y Los Gatos - Gaslight
2. Snakesnakewhale - "you'll get that on these big jobs"
3. The Discs - Objects In Mirror
4. Sycamore Bones - Jet Plane
5. The Deathbots - The Dutchman
6. Anumission - Anthemic
7. Bombay Gasoline - Follow Me
8. Krave Amiko - This is Not My Head
9. Po' Folk - Still
10. Will Chatham - Don't @#$% This Up (Explicit)
11. Kristen Laesser - 26
12. Sapphirecut - Dream Dreamland
13. C.Shreve the Professor - Fresh Laundry
14. Part of This - Just Fine
15. Call the Next Witness - Captain's Right
16. Perry Wing Combo - Walkin on Backstreets
17. kutter7 - The Weighted Remains
18. Swim Meet - Sabotage
19. Phil Okrend - Sketches in Time
20. John Kirby Jr. and The New Seniors - Three Fans

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Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Swan Creek Wine Appellation within the Yadkin Valley, family-owned Raffaldini Vineyards brings Tuscan charm to North Carolina. Known widely as “Chianti in the Carolinas” Raffaldini currently produces only classically dry Italian style wines ranging from reds like Sangiovese Classico, Montepulciano Riserva, Sagrantino and Grande Riserva with the white being Vermentino and a sparking Prosecco style wine called Auguri. Raffaldini hosts public and private events throughout the year and is the definitive place for lovers of dry wines.

The Festa Italiana is held every year during the third week in September. The Festa Italiana is one of the largest Italian celebrations in the southeast and features food vendors, artists, and entertainment from across the United States. Visit their Festa Italiana page for more information.

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Most people have heard that Asheville's Music Scene hits way above it's weight with the shere volume of talent and quality of music. But how many understand the economic impact that this vibrant music scene has on the regions economy? In this episode I sit down to chat with Musician, Producer, Engineer and Co-Founder of IamAVL.com Josh Blake. Josh has been a cornerstone of the local scene for decades and we talk about the past, present and future. We also talk about the upcoming 15th Annual Music Video Asheville Awards.

Connect with Josh at www.joshblakemusic.com
Visit IamAVL and their thousands of live, local performance sreams at www.iamavl.com
You can purchase tickets to the upcoming MVA's, held at Salvage Station in Asheville on Wednesday, Sept 13th, HERE. 

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From White Lightning to Lightning Fast! The "Wilkesboro: Find Your Back Road" Podcast covers all the people, places, and things that make Wilkesboro a one-of-a-kind Mountain destination. Enjoy lively conversation with hosts as they welcome artists, local business leaders, event organizers and creatives from Wilkesboro. To request an interview spot or to advertise in front of this podcast, email us at [email protected]. (This program is also aired on BizRadio.US.)

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Here are your Top 20 Most Requested Songs / Artists of the past week, as voted by the listeners of Buzz Radio Asheville. "All Local Artists, All Genres, All The Time!"

1. The Discs - Objects In Mirror
2. Santiago y Los Gatos - Aura
3. Kristen Laesser - 26
4. Po' Folk Monte - Carlo
5. Bombay Gasoline - Follow Me
6. Melodi Royale' - Royality
7. Dirtroad Sinnerz - Head On Home
8. Blistering Dissonance - I Wanna Be A Cat
9. Part of This - Broken Light
10. Anumission - Too Many Pieces Broke Away
11. DD Star - Dead Horses
12. Gary McCullough - Someone's to Blame
13. Perry Wing Combo - Walkin on Backstreets
14. Sapphirecut - Dream Dreamland
15. Krave Amiko - The Lies We Tell Our Children
16. Call the Next Witness - Captain's Right
17. Yes, Mayhem - Naked Fight
18. The Smoky Mountain Sirens - Mistress of the Moon
19. Will Chatham - Floatie
20 - Kathryn O'Shea - Snakeskin

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The Cherokee National Forest is divided into northern and southern sections by the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.  The 650,000-acre forest is the largest tract of public land in Tennessee and adjoins other national forests in Virginia, North Carolina and Georgia. The forest is home to 30 developed campgrounds and numerous picnic areas, over 700 miles of trails, seven whitewater rivers, two Forest Service scenic byways where you can enjoy a scenic drive through the mountains, the pursuit of wildlife, the thrill of whitewater, a night under the stars, or solitude on a backcountry trail.

Hundreds of miles of lake shoreline and water await the fisherman, boating enthusiast, skier, and nature lover. South Holston Lake, a Tennessee Valley Authority reservoir covering 7,580 acres, is considered one of the top two lakes in Tennessee and among the best in the Southeast for smallmouth bass fishing and also is well known as a fly fisherman’s paradise. The lake also provides many other recreational opportunities for residents, with 60% of its shoreline bordered by the Cherokee National Forest.

Bristol is known for NASCAR as it is home to one of the world’s greatest and most popular racetracks. Bristol Motor Speedway, which seats in excess of 150,000, hosts NASCAR Sprint Cup events in April and August and both draw fans from all 50 states and more than a dozen countries.

Music also gives Bristol a universal appeal as the city holds the honor of being named the Birthplace of Country Music by U.S. Congress in 1998. In 1927, the legendary Bristol Sessions took place in the downtown area, giving birth to the “Big Bang” of modern country music with the likes of The Carter Family and Jimmie Rodgers taking part in the historic occasion.

The Twin Cities boast numerous parks, golf courses, spectacular caverns to go along with plenty of great restaurants – many of which are locally owned and operated – and wonderful shopping opportunities.

Bristol is also rich in theater and arts and is home to the historic Paramount Center for the Arts, as well as Theatre Bristol. Numerous fine art galleries and studios of local artists can also be found in the downtown area.

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Welcome to Part 4 (Finale) of a Matt & Michele Outdoors mini-series featuring Adventures and Mis-Adventures Along the Gulf Coasts I-10 Corridor. With all sorts of twists and turns, and awesome experiences, from Destin, FL to New Orleans. 
Go along for the ride with Matt Mittan and Michele Scheve as they bring it all back around in this personal and encouraging Finale.  

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Welcome to Part 3 of a Matt & Michele Outdoors mini-series "Adventures and Mis-Adventures Along the Gulf Coasts I-10 Corridor". With all sorts of twists and turns, and awesome experiences, from Destin, FL to New Orleans. Go along for the ride with Matt Mittan and Michele Scheve.  

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Welcome to Part 2 of a Matt & Michele Outdoors mini-series "Adventures and Mis-Adventures Along the Gulf Coasts I-10 Corridor". With all sorts of twists and turns, and awesome experiences, from Destin, FL to New Orleans. Go along for the ride with Matt Mittan and Michele Scheve.  

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