The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office is the target of a wrongful-death suit concerning the July 2004 death of Marvis Gail Davidson in the Buncombe County Detention Facility. Bobby Medford, since convicted on federal corruption charges, was sheriff then. Under fire: Allegations of a wrongful death in 2004 at the Buncombe County Detention Facility are behind […]
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Bar Beat: See the making of the Painkiller
This week, Bar Beat is featuring some of the tastiest beverages in town for these last weeks of summer.
Judge will rule on Parkside later this week
After more than two hours of argument from attorneys representing the Pack heirs, developer Stewart Coleman and Buncombe County, Judge Marlene Hyatt announced that she would closely review the case’s documents before coming back with a ruling on the legality of the Parkside land sale later this week.
Judge delays Parkside hearing to 2 p.m.
This morning, Judge Marlene Hyatt announced that she would delay a summary judgment hearing on the lawsuit against the controversial Parkside land sale until 2 p.m. today.
Judge may decide Parkside lawsuit Monday
At 9:30 a.m. Monday, Aug. 25, Judge Marlene Hyatt will take up a lawsuit brought by the Pack heirs against developer Stewart Coleman and Buncombe County over the piece of public parkland sold to Coleman by the county in 2006. Opponents of Coleman’s proposed Parkside project are promising to show up in force.
Block representatives take Bele Chere complaints to city
As it has in the past, the city put up roadblocks during this year’s Bele Chere, restricting traffic. Blocked off: At a July 28 city forum, the Rev. John Grant of Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church voiced concerns about limited access to The Block during this summer’s Bele Chere festival. Photo by Jonathan Welch But […]
Eminent domain imminent?
The controversy over developer Stewart Coleman‘s hotly contested Parkside condominium project has continued to escalate over the past few weeks, as Coleman has stated his intention to cut down a magnolia tree on the disputed property (which borders City/County Plaza). The tree had already become a rallying point for the project’s opponents, who are now […]
Bar Beat: Ruby’s
When you think “bar,” serene Haw Creek may not be the area of Asheville that first comes to mind. But local institution Ruby’s BBQ Shack has had a full bar since it got a liquor license at the beginning of this year. Photo by Jonathan Welch That makes Ruby’s a pretty versatile place, as the […]
Fryar to replace Dunn on GOP commish ticket
After two-and-a-half hours of deliberation, the Buncombe County Republican Party’s Executive Committee last night chose auto dealer Mike Fryar, who placed last by a narrow margin in the May 6 primary, to replace Joe Dunn in the Board of Commissioners’ race.
Sheriff’s office sued in wrongful-death lawsuit
The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office has been sued in a wrongful-death suit relating to the July 2004 death of Marvis Gail Davidson in the Buncombe County Detention Facility.
Asheville Police Department to take citizen call-ins, comments on Aug. 25
As part of the process of gaining re-accreditation, the Asheville Police Department will hold a call-in and an information session on Aug. 25 to find out how well it has met policing standards.
Local business owner sued for $20 million over blog post
When Vision Media Television first contacted Leslie Richard, who runs The Öko Box (a small eco-fashion business) out of her home, she was interested. So sue me … : Local eco-fashion designer Leslie Richard in her home, which doubles as her shop. She’s the target of a $20 million lawsuit by a Florida media company. […]
Buncombe Commissioners
County approves freeze on creating new staff positions A referendum on electing Buncombe County commissioners by district will not be on the ballot come November. A motion by Chair Nathan Ramsey calling for a referendum on both district elections and expanding the board to seven members failed when no one would second it during the […]
Bar Beat: The Wedge Brewery
It’s a weekday evening at the Wedge Brewery, which recently opened in the corner of a building facing the railroad tracks and the sunset. Photo By Jonathan Welch The rest of the Wedge Building, a cornerstone of Asheville’s River Arts District, is taken up by artists’ studios. The brewery itself shows a fitting flair, from […]
Buncombe Commissioners
Summary of the Aug. 5 Buncombe County Commissioners meeting
Local business owner sued for $20 million over blog post ***UPDATED 5 p.m. FRIDAY***
When Vision Media Television first contacted Leslie Richard, who runs The Oko Box, a small eco-fashion business out of her Asheville home, she was interested. Later, she became convinced the company was running a scam. Now she’s facing a $20 million lawsuit for writing as much in a blog post.
Former Medford deputy in rehab, sentencing again delayed
Former Buncombe County Sheriff’s Lt. Johnny Harrison, who is awaiting sentencing along with former Sheriff Bobby Medford, is currently in the hospital and has been granted more time before sentencing takes place, court documents reveal.
District commissioner elections won’t be on the Buncombe ballot
When election day comes around this November, a referendum to elect Buncombe County Commissioners by district will not be on the ballot. A motion by Chair Nathan Ramsey to put such a measure (and expand the board from five to seven members) failed yesterday evening, when no other commissioner would second it.
Going up?
The Haywood Park project is big: On that, everyone agrees. Developer Tony Fraga‘s proposed megaproject would fill up much of the block between Page Avenue and Haywood Street in downtown Asheville, including a 100-unit, high-rise condominium tower; a 200-room, 23-story hotel; 42,000 square feet of office space; 80,000 square feet of retail space; and 506 […]
Bar Beat: The Burger Bar
There are plenty of legends about the Burger Bar, most of them too wild and ludicrous to be repeated. Its location would seem to contribute to myth-making: It’s a tiny, house-like building nestled out of the way in Asheville’s River District, not too far from the railroad tracks. It’s easy to miss, easier still to […]
Dunn done; Buncombe GOP searches for replacement
Former Asheville City Council member Joe Dunn, who finished with the most votes in May’s Republican primary for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners, announced on July 24 that he is withdrawing from the race. Family first: Former City Council member Joe Dunn has bowed out of the county commissioners race, citing his need to […]