Hendersonville Happenings
First Sip Celebration
On February 13, 2026, City Council Members, utility staff, and stakeholders gathered to celebrate the completion of the French Broad River Intake and Water Treatment Facility Filter Expansion.
The new intake provides an additional, redundant water source for more that 80,000 people served by Hendersonville's water system. This infrastructure strengthens the comunity's drought resiliency. Designed to withstand extreme weather - and tested by Tropical Storm Helene - the facility represents years of planning, investment, and commitment to reliable, high-quality drinking water. Learn more by visiting https://www.hendersonvillenc.gov/news/hendersonville-marks-launch-french-broad-river-intake-and-water-treatment-facility-filter
Stormwater Department Secures Nearly $2.5 Million for Improvement Projects
Hendersonville's Stormwater Department has secured $2,456,000 in funding to advance critical stormwater improvement projects aimed at reducing flooding and strengthening community resilience. Of the total award, $2 million was provided through the NC Emergency Management Disaster and Relief Mitigation Fund. An additional $456,000 was awarded through the NC Flood Resilience Blueprint.
To learn more about how these funds will be used for the Lower Mud Creek Floodplain Restoration, and Wash Creek Watershed Improvements, visit https://www.hendersonvillenc.gov/news/city-hendersonville-stormwater-department-secures-nearly-25-million-improvement-projects
The City of Hendersonville's Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) is now accepting nominations for the HPC Preservation Awards
The City's HPC is now accepting nominations for the 2026 HPC Preservation Awards! These awards honor individuals, businesses, and organizations dedicated to preserving Hendersonville's historic character. Projects must be located in city limits, and the deadline for nominations is March 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM.
Learn about the award categories, judging criteria, and submit your nomination by visiting https://www.hendersonvillenc.gov/news/historic-preservation-commission-seeks-nominations-2026-preservation-awards
Hendersonville voted 'Yes' for the General Obligation (GO) Transportation Bond, here's what happens next
In the primary election, 66.98% of Hendersonville voters supported the City's Transportation General Obligation Bond, showing strong community support for improving our streets and transportation infrastructure.
The City's goal is to have GO Bond projects substantially completed over the next five years, in addition to funded projects. For instance, the City has a bid package out for improvements to Ashe Street and 7th Avenue, with paving, sidewalks, and ADA Improvements anticipated to begin later this summer. Additional projects will follow as staff determine the most efficient and cost effective approach moving forward.
This effort builds on the City’s February 2024 pavement condition study, which highlighted the need for increased investment in maintaining and improving our road network.
Although voters authorized the bonds, they will be issued in phases as projects move forward. For updates on everything GO Bond, please visit www.hvlnc.gov/GoBond.
Officer Kyle Nix (Center) with family members, and Police Chief Blair Myhand (Right)
Service Excellence Design Team Recognizes 2025 MVP of the Year
Officer Kyle Nix with the Hendersonville Police Department was named MVP of the Year. While responding to a welfare check involving a mother and two children in crisis, Officer Nix exhausted local resources and ultimately paid for a hotel room, food, diapers, and essentials out of his own pocket to help the family. Thank you for going above and beyond to serve the community!
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