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Montford group declares opposition to all I-26 plans
In a statement issued Aug. 26, the Montford Neighborhood Association declared that each of the current proposals for the I-26 connector poses "a major threat to the quality of life in Asheville." The MNA asserts that the proposed design alternatives, including leading contenders 3 and 4b, have major flaws as now configured. It calls on […]
Shuler opposes health-care bill but says reform is needed
Rep. Heath Shuler was in Asheville on Aug. 28, fielding questions from citizens on the radio and speaking to local businesspeople. He reaffirmed his opposition to health-care-reform legislation currently before the U.S. House of Representatives but said, "We've got to have reform." In the firing line: Rep. Heath Shuler fields questions from local business owners […]
Buncombe Commissioners preview: Lawyers, flu and money
Appointing a new county attorney, $2 million to design a “life safety tower” on the courthouse and bracing for the coming flu season all await the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners at its meeting Tuesday.
Shuler opposes health care legislation, but says “we’ve got to have reform”
Rep. Heath Shuler was in Asheville yesterday, fielding questions from citizens on the radio and speaking to local businesspeople. He reaffirmed his opposition to health care reform legislation currently before the House of Representatives, but said “we’ve got to have reform.”
Rep. Heath Shuler’s comments on WWNC regarding Health Insurance
Twitter-coverage of Heath Shuler’s radio comments today about health insurance.
One more step
The last time the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners took one of the many steps required to reinstate zoning throughout the county, they faced a roomful of zoning opponents, many demanding a referendum. The shape of things to come (maybe): The proposed zoning map for Buncombe County, which the Buncombe Commissioners have sent to the […]
Firefighter accused in cyclist shooting no longer employed by city
Firefighter Charles Alexander Diez, facing felony assault charges for allegedly shooting at cyclist Alan Simons's head last month, is no longer employed by the city of Asheville. City staff would not reveal whether Diez was fired or chose to leave. Diez's employment with the Asheville Fire Department ended on Aug. 10, according to Lisa Roth, […]
Asheville man charged in domestic violence murder
An Asheville woman was stabbed to death Aug. 16 outside a Montford home. Police say the killing stemmed from a domestic dispute and have charged Rodney Lamar Robinson with first-degree murder. According to a statement from the Asheville Police Department, officers responded to a call at 72 Woodlawn Ave. that afternoon reporting that "a male […]
Buncombe prepares for "many, many people to get infected" with flu
Buncombe County public-health officials are readying to deal with the possibility that up to 30 or 40 percent of the population will be infected with either seasonal flu or the H1N1 virus at any one time in coming months. "We are preparing for many, many people to be infected," Health Director Gibbie Harris told reporters […]
Montford Neighborhood Association declares opposition to all current I-26 plans
In a statement issued today, the group says that the four proposed plans for the Interstate 26 highway connector are “a major threat to the quality of life in Asheville.”
Firefighter accused of cyclist shooting no longer employed by city
Firefighter Charles Alexander Diez, facing felony assault charges for allegedly shooting at cyclist Alan Simons‘s head last month, is no longer employed by the city of Asheville. City staff would not reveal whether Diez was fired, or chose to leave his job.
County prepares for “many, many people to be infected” with flu
Buncombe County public health officials are readying to deal with up to 30 or 40 percent of Asheville being infected with either seasonal flu or the H1N1 virus at any one time in coming months, and will be distributing vaccines to school children and other vulnerable populations.
Asheville by the numbers
Times have changed, and nothing shows it quite like the cold, hard numbers. The Asheville of 1994 was smaller in both size and population. The metro area (Buncombe plus surrounding counties) has seen a population boom, with about 74,000 new arrivals, while Asheville has gained about 10,000 residents. The budget has also shot up — […]
Connolly steps down as county attorney
For 20 years, Asheville attorney Joe Connolly has served as Buncombe County attorney. But an Aug. 7 e-mail announced that the Board of Commissioners will interview new candidates for his job. Connolly tendered his resignation back in April, but the August announcement was the first public indication of Connolly's impending departure. According to board Chair […]
Buncombe Commissioners preview: The march of zoning
Buncombe County’s move to reinstate zoning will continue at Tuesday’s meeting of the board of commissioners. The board plans to decide on whether to pass zoning maps on to the county planning board for review.
Man charged with murder of Asheville woman
An Asheville woman was stabbed to death Sunday outside a Montford home. Police say the killing stemmed from a domestic dispute, and have charged Rodney Lamar Robinson with first degree murder.
Connolly to resign as Buncombe searches for new attorney
For 20 years, Asheville attorney Joe Connolly has served as Buncombe County Attorney. But an Aug. 7 e-mail announced that the Board of Commissioners will interview new candidates for his job.
Buncombe Commishioners: Back to the barricades
Board approves $3.1 million Pack Library renovation Commissioners expand county smoking ban County transfers Health Center operations to nonprofit It was a hot-button meeting for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners. After a monthlong hiatus, the board reconvened Aug. 4 to confront a room packed with anti-zoning protesters and an agenda that included a proposed […]
Deputy accused in road rage incident suspended
An undercover deputy accused in a road-rage incident will be suspended without pay for an unspecified period, Buncombe County Sheriff Van Duncan announced Aug. 3. Duncan said the deputy, whose identity was not disclosed due to the nature of his work, had made unprofessional remarks to 911 dispatchers. "Some very teachable moments": Buncombe County Sheriff […]
Attempted murder charge dropped in cyclist shooting
A grand jury has dropped the charge of attempted first-degree murder against Charles Alexander Diez, the Asheville firefighter accused of shooting at a cyclist. Diez is now facing a felony assault charge that carries a much lower potential penalty. Currently free on a $200,000 bond, Diez was served a warrant Aug. 6 on a charge […]