“The vision I have of public schools is one where every child thrives — fully funded, fully staffed and resourced to meet every need,” says Shanna Peele, president of the Buncombe County Association of Educators.
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Buncombe combs budget for ways to come out even
Commissioners took another look at the budget-in-progress, and at the end of a nearly four-hour budget work session April 22, reality began to set in that cuts to favored programs — and tax hikes — may be inevitable.
Preventive Care: Ways to reduce exposure to toxins
“What was once a ‘woo-woo’ fad in the alternative medicine space, detoxification is a growing area of interest for doctors and patients who are trying to take better control of their health,” writes Dr. Troy Jackson.
How some Asheville restaurants weathered Helene
After Tropical Storm Helene, Asheville restaurants faced financial strain with low tourism and decreased local spending. Many adapted by offering affordable menus, diversifying revenue and focusing on community support.
Asheville school board seeks ‘no-cuts’ budget
The school board passed, 7-0, the most aggressive budget option — one free of cuts — presented by Asheville City Schools (ACS) Superintendent Maggie Fehrman on April 21, counting on county commissioners to boost allocations and raise the ACS supplemental tax.
Smart Bets: Hobbit Affair
The Middle Earth fantasy immersion happens Saturday, April 26, at Sweeten Creek Brewing.
Imagining Asheville in 2050: The benefits of native plants and landscapes
In a new series, Xpress spotlights local experts who have positive visions for the future and ideas about what Asheville could look like in 2050 if we invest in the solutions now. First up is Drew Lathin, who helps people incorporate native plants into their landscape.
Sustaining community: Get involved however you can
“We all have different strengths and ways we are able to contribute; but together we can, and are, making a difference,” says Cheoah Landis, executive director of the Laurel Community Center Organization.
Federal workers speak out at NC labor forum
The event was part of a series of nationwide forums held by the AFL-CIO (American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations) as part of its Department of People Who Work for a Living campaign to fight threats to federal workers.
Updates on WNC parks projects delayed by Helene
Major recreation projects in Black Mountain, Hendersonville and Woodfin got delayed by Tropical Storm Helene. Where do they stand seven months later?
Smart Bets: Let It Be Art!
The April 25 performance from Ronald Rand brings famed drama critic, theater director and author Harold Clurman to life on the Black Mountain Center for the Arts stage.
Letter: We deserve a better I-26 Connector
“This will have tremendous negative impacts on our community for the next century and will significantly affect our ability to navigate in our own city.”
Sustaining community: Things you can do to support local trails
“You don’t need to be a trail expert to help,” says David Huff, councillor for communications of the Carolina Mountain Club.
A Year in Beer: Elite athleticism at Sierra Nevada
The gang experiences the magic (and limitations) that a bocce ball court creates.
What’s new in food: Asheville Bread Festival and a Crawdad Bash
Also in this week’s food news: A pupusa fundraiser at Mamacita’s Taqueria, Comedy Queens Drag Brunch, Children’s Tea at Crown & Thistle and expansion news from Chai Pani.
Letter: Don’t miss I-26 Connector session
“This project, while intended to improve regional connectivity, will undoubtedly have a significant and lasting impact on the character and landscape of West Asheville.”
