Full announcement from the Asheville Regional Airport: (Asheville, NC) The Greater Asheville Regional Airport is alerting the public about a pet scam involving bogus purchases and false claims that animals are being detained at the airport. The pet scam involves online ads or unsolicited e-mails that offer to sell and ship pets – such as […]
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District attorney, evidence room auditor file affidavits in open records case
Buncombe County District Attorney Ron Moore and Mike Wright, who audited the Asheville Police Department’s old evidence room, have filed affidavits in response to the open records lawsuit from local media (including Xpress), seeking the release of the audit.
Meals on Wheels will hold Sept. 14 “Plate Expectations” fundraiser
Full announcement from Meals on Wheels: Asheville, NC – On Friday, September 14th, 2012 friends and supporters of Meals On Wheels of Asheville & Buncombe County will gather at The Venue in downtown Asheville to bid on a variety of items and packages to help raise money to feed the homebound elderly of our community. […]
City offices, transit service will be closed Monday
Full announcement from the city of Asheville: Asheville city government offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 3 in observance of Labor Day. Garbage collection will not be affected by the holiday. Monday’s garbage collection will operate according to its regular schedule. City bus service will not operate on Monday in observance of the holiday. Asheville […]
City opts not to change water referendum language
On Tuesday, Aug. 28, Asheville City Council continued their regular meeting until today, Aug. 30, to consider a possible change in the wording of the November water referendum. However, after a closed session briefing from legal staff, Council opted to leave the referendum the way it is.
North Carolina Prosperity Project will hold Sept. 20 candidate forum
Full announcement from North Carolina Prosperity Project: ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Nathan Babcock, political director at the North Carolina Chamber, a nonpartisan business advocacy organization, has announced that the organization’s political program, the North Carolina Prosperity Project, in collaboration with the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce, will host a candidate forum on Thursday, September 20 from […]
Affidavit filed as evidence room lawsuit nears its day in court
Lawyers representing a coalition of local media (including Xpress) have filed an affidavit to bolster the case for the release of an audit of the Asheville Police Department evidence room. The lawsuit goes before a judge Sept. 4.
Fire Chief: Asheville well-prepared for possible fuel shortage
After the 2005 and 2008 gas shortages due to hurricanes hitting the Gulf Coast, the city of Asheville developed reserves and a conservation plan. With Hurricane Isaac moving towards the same area, Asheville Fire Department Chief Scott Burnette says the city is well-prepared. It was a common sight on I-26 during the 2008 gas shortage – tourists bringing extra gasoline with them to Asheville. (photo by Bill Rhodes)
Council appoints planning commission members; will reconvene on water issue Thursday
It was a lengthy session for Asheville City Council on Aug. 28, and it’s not technically over: Council will reconvene Thursday, Aug. 30, at 4 p.m. to discuss changing the language of the water system referendum. At Tuesday’s meeting, Council appointed Joe Minicozzi and Holly Shriner to the powerful Planning and Zoning commission, among many other matters.
LIVE: Twitter coverage of the Aug. 28 Asheville City Council meeting
Follow live Twitter coverage of the Aug. 28 Asheville City Council meeting, including interviews with candidates for the Planning and Zoning Commission beforehand.
NC Chamber PAC makes legislative endorsements, including Moffitt
Full announcement from the North Carolina Chamber PAC RALEIGH, N.C. – The North Carolina Chamber PAC has made its initial endorsements in select North Carolina legislative races for the November general election. The North Carolina Chamber PAC supports state legislative candidates whose professional background and record on key business issues demonstrate a commitment to preserving […]
High Point University poll: majority of NC registered voters say conventions won’t change their mind
Full announcement from High Point University: HIGH POINT, N.C., August 28, 2012 – A new High Point University Poll of registered voters finds that 64 percent of respondents say nothing Mitt Romney or Barack Obama will say during the Republican and Democratic National conventions can convince them to change their vote. This is despite the […]
Asheville City Council preview: plans within plans
The appointment of two members to the powerful Planning and Zoning Commission and a slew of reports are on the agenda for Asheville City Council’s meeting tomorrow night, Aug. 28.
Eagle Market Place project gets $7 million in state funding, will go forward
Leaders from the city of Asheville, Buncombe County, and the Block neighborhood joined together this morning, Aug. 27, to announce that due to $7 million in funding from the state, the Eagle Market Place mixed-use project will move forward. The announcement marks a major step forward in long-awaited redevelopment of the area. (Photos by Bill Rhodes).
Penland School of Crafts responds to accusations about working conditions
From the Penland School of Crafts, in response to accusations by former employee John Britt that it did not adequately pay workers for overtime: This statement is in response to recent public allegations by a former Penland School of Crafts employee regarding Penland’s past compensation practices, specifically in the area of overtime pay. Five years […]
GoTopless responds to Asheville City Council letter
Response from Lara Terstenjak of the GoTopless rally to a letter from Asheville City Council members asking the public to stay away from the event: Dear Mayor, Vice-Mayor, good Asheville City Council members, I once again find myself explaining to you and your fine state the true purpose of our demonstration which you continue to […]
Former Penland School employee calls for boycott over working conditions
From the Clay Club blog, written by John Britt, a former Penland School of Crafts employee: I worked at Penland for about 4 ½ years and during my time as the Studios Coordinator, I was asked to conduct an illegal overtime policy that had been in effect from 2000 – 2007. This was against workers […]
Unemployment declined in Asheville area in July, lowest in state
Despite job losses in the public sector, unemployment declined in the Asheville metropolitan area in July, part of an overall downward trend over the past year.
Asheville City Council encourages people to avoid topless rally
An open letter from Mayor Terry Bellamy and all Asheville City Council members urges the public to avoid this Sunday’s GoTopless rally, noting that they “do not endorse” the female attendees exposing their breasts to public view. Council members also asserts that, due to state law, the city’s options are limited. The Asheville Citizen-Times goes […]
Governor establishes task force to protect workers
Announcement from the office of Gov. Bev Perdue: RALEIGH – Gov. Bev Perdue today issued Executive Order 125 establishing a task force on employee misclassification. The purpose of this task force is to enhance coordination and communication among various state agencies, and to identify effective mechanisms to combat unlawful practices like employee misclassification that harm […]
YWCA will hold 21st annual Women of Influence awards Sept. 20
Full announcement from YWCA of Asheville: (Asheville, NC) – The YWCA of Asheville will hold its 21st Annual Tribute to Women of Influence (TWIN) awards event on Thursday, September 20th at 7 pm at Pack Place and the Diana Wortham Theatre. The mission of the YWCA is eliminating racism and empowering women. The TWIN award […]