I am sympathetic to some of the concerns expressed by the irate letters bewailing the traffic barriers erected on Kimberly Avenue. Perhaps the design could have been better thought out, or maybe the curbs are not visible enough. However, these complaints, paradoxically, are an unintended argument for the traffic islands. Just substitute pedestrian or bicyclist […]
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Why Cape gets our write-in votes
I have worked with Robin Cape and am excited that she wants to continue as Councilwoman. She has a unique ability to listen well in order to respond creatively and thoughtfully to constituent concerns. With her understanding of the issues, she is working to find common ground for achieving a sustainable future for Asheville. Write […]
Why Cape gets our write-in votes too
I was disappointed when I heard that Robin Cape was not going to run for City Council: It would have been a tremendous loss to Asheville to not have her bringing her leadership to the city. She is smart, tough, really understands the issues and the city — and has a smart, comprehensive vision for […]
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The health department is OK with bare feet; why isn’t Asheville?
Of all the places I've lived, Asheville is the most progressive and open-minded, and that's one of the things I love about it. So I find it disturbing how much anti-barefoot sentiment there seems to be among local businesses. I avoid wearing shoes whenever possible, for reasons of health, comfort and convenience. Yet many local […]
Pharmaceutical-lobby letter sings Shuler’s praises — but it’s a sleazy song
Congressman Shuler likes to pretend that his rigid stand against health-care reform is a matter of principle, but a recent campaign mailing suggests otherwise. In a postcard sent to his constituents last week, Shuler is quoted bragging about his struggle against fundamental reform but also vowing to keep Medicare costs low for seniors. What he […]
Out-of-control national debt? Don’t look at Obama and Pelosi
Here in WNC, we have been hearing much from local Republicans, conservatives and the always-charming Carolina Stompers warning us that the USA is on the road to fiscal disaster. Our conservative Democratic congressman, Heath Shuler, voted against the economic stimulus and will likely vote against health-care reform because of budgetary concerns. Most conservatives blame Barack […]
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Cranky Hanke’s Weekly Reeler Sept. 23-29: A bit of a lull
We’re getting a little bit of a break this week—though it probably feels more that way to me, since I’ve already seen and reviewed three of the six movies opening this week for Wednesday’s Xpress: Bright Star, Not Quite Hollywood and Timecrimes. That, however, is part of the reason that I’m perfectly fine with getting a break.
Woodfin backs away from annexation plans
The town of Woodfin backed away from a massive proposed annexation when the Board of Aldermen voted unanimously on Sept. 15 to indefinitely suspend the expansion.
Asheville City Council preview: Sept. 22 meeting
A dog tether ban reappears and the city considers regulating signs on vehicles.
Edgy Mama: Soccer mom? Hell, yeah!
A critic of my Edgy Mama column recently remarked that I’m “just another North Asheville soccer mom.” Dude, that expression is so 1996.
Video-a-Go-Go: The local video roundup
Asheville’s weekly video roundup: Tomato Tuesdays (stand-up comedy) at the New French Bar, an Irish music jam at Jack of the Wood, Helen’s (haunted) Bridge by daylight, the recent Twestival explained, and the unfinite possibilities of the Ahleuchatistas.
WNC News Roundup
Here’s a look at what’s making headlines around Western North Carolina: The Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre must raise $80,000 to stay alive; a Black Mountain institution is closing; a controversial concrete plant in Madison County has won approval; Haywood County says goodbye to boot-maker Wellco; area residents remember the devastation of flooding five years ago; Lake Lure will remember Patrick Swayze; and more.
“It’s in his kiss”… Nerve at N.C. Stage
Subject matter touched upon, besides computer dating, includes tattoos, piercings, bondage, cutting, bathroom sex, stalking, restraining orders, antidepressants, suicide hotlines — oh, and love everlasting.
Cranky Hanke’s Screening Room: Four star forgettables
A few days ago I happened to see a picture of LBJ on TV. For whatever reason, the image called to mind a dialogue exchange between John (Bruce Greenwood) and Bobby (Stephen Culp) Kennedy in Roger Donaldson’s Thirteen Days (2001). There’s no great significance in this—except that it’s the only thing I clearly remember from the film. I also remembered that I’d reviewed it, been favorably impressed and gave it four stars. Did it deserve those four stars?
Win two weekend passes to the Planet Caravan festival ***update: Tickets won***
Check out the Mountain Xpress story on the two-day, all-heavy Planet Caravan festival, answer two questions and win a pair of weekend passes.
Slain woman’s DNA not found on evidence
DNA testing completed in March showed that hair and teeth taken from the home of Lewis Kyle Wilson last November do not match that of slain prostitute Kelly Lane Smith, Asheville police revealed recently. Wilson had been named a “person of interest” in the 2006 murder, and he remains in jail on charges of brutally assaulting and kidnapping a prostitute in an unrelated case.
A moving debate
Get There Asheville surveys candidates, hosts forum tonight (Thursday)
This weekend on a shoestring
This weekend is shaping up to be an interesting on. It begins with the summer’s final Downtown After 5 and wraps up with a CGBG-themed showcase at The Boiler Room (Jeff Buckley tribute, anyone?). And it’s all super cheap — but you knew that.