A bill sponsored by Rep. Tim Moffitt to change control over the Asheville Regional Airport is progressing in the North Carolina General Assembly and the Hendersonville Times News supports it. Here are some excerpts from the paper’s June 17 editorial about the measure: Legislation to create a true regional authority to run the Asheville Regional […]
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Sales tax: you pay it, but where does it go?
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: It’s bright downtown Friday and David Long of Greenville, S.C., hands Tom Williams, owner of Asheville Shades & Market Basket, $8.51 for a pair of sunglasses for his girlfriend’s 2-year-old daughter, McKenzie Hudson. That’s $7.95 for the store and 56 cents in sales tax. Even through tough […]
Counties pay top salaries, bonuses to keep top managers
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-TImes article: When it comes to county managers and compensation, mountain counties essentially have to pay to play — and throw in some bonuses or other “nonsalary compensation” to keep top talent. The three largest Western North Carolina counties by population offer these compensation packages to their top managers: […]
New first aid app brings American Red Cross safety tips to smart phones
Here’s the press release from the Red Cross: The American Red Cross has launched its official first aid app, putting free and simple lifesaving information right in the hands of smart phone users. This app is the first in a series to be created by the American Red Cross, the nation’s leader in first aid […]
GOP gubernatorial candidate Pat McCrory speaks to Asheville business group
Speaking in Asheville, June 15, Republican gubernatorial candidate Pat McCrory told the Council of Independent Business Owners that he wants to cut regulations and taxes to help spur economic development in North Carolina.
RiverLink seeks arts and crafts vendors for RiverFest
Here’s the press release from RiverLink: RiverLink is now accepting applications for vending space at the 13th annual RiverFest and Anything That Floats Parade on Saturday, August 11, 2012 at French Broad River Park on Amboy Road in Asheville. RiverLink is seeking vendors with an emphasis on local products, local services, local foods, local traditions […]
Congressman Joe Wilson will visit Asheville June 14
Asheville, N.C. – On Thursday June 14th , Congressman Joe Wilson (R-SC) will visit the Republican Victory Headquarters in Asheville to address North Carolina’s importance in the 2012 election. Beginning at 5:30 PM, Rep. Wilson and NCGOP Vice-Chairman Wayne King will be meeting and speaking with volunteers. NCGOP Vice-Chairman Wayne King had this to say […]
NPS retirees to senate: Don’t use the Farm Bill to sssault the National Park System
Here’s the press release from the Coalition of National Park Service Employees: Washington D.C. — June 14, 2012 — HR 4089 is being considered as an amendment to the Farm Bill on the U.S. Senate floor and should be opposed by anyone who cares about the special places that are part of the National Park […]
Anti-Illegal immigration “Minutemen” founder endorses Patterson for congress
Here’s the press release from the Vance Patterson campaign: Anti-Illegal Immigration “Minutemen” Founder Jim Gilchrist Endorses Vance Patterson For Congress Secure Borders Champion Praises Patterson As Political Outsider, Business Owner Who Understands The Impact Of Illegals On US Jobs MORGANTON, NC– Jim Gilchrist, founder of the Minutemen organization supporting secure borders, announced his endorsement of […]
Republican Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers attends event in support of McHenry
Here’s the press release from the Patrick McHenry campaign: Hickory, N.C. – Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers, Vice Chair of the House Republican Conference and the highest ranking Republican woman in Congress, was in Lincoln County today to support Congressman Patrick McHenry and to rally voters who are disappointed by what many see as President Obama’s […]
N.C. Mountain Resources Commission to release report on WNC
Here’s the press release from the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources: Commission to release report on western North Carolina Friday RALEIGH – The North Carolina Mountain Resources Commission will unveil a report Friday that provides decision-makers in 27 western counties with beneficial information about the use of the region’s abundant resources. The commission […]
House Conservatives Fund supports Meadows
Here’s an excerpt of the message from 10th District Rep. Patrick McHenry, who also chairs the House Conservatives Fund, a Political Action Committee which works to get conservatives elected to congress. McHenry announced that the PAC will work to get Republican Mark Meadows elected in WNC’s 11th District: Today, I’m excited to announce our first […]
National Rainbow Family Gathering scheduled for July 1–7 in Cherokee National Forest
Here’s some of the info via the Rainbow Family of the Living Light website: The Annual Rainbow Family Gathering is celebrated during the first week of July (1st – 7th) and is hosted in a different National Forest within the United States. Since approximately 1972 there has been an Annual Rainbow Family Gathering every year […]
Blue Ridge Broadcasting to sell WFGW–AM
Here’s the press release from Blue Ridge Broadcasting: ASHEVILLE, N.C, June 12, 2012 – Blue Ridge Broadcasting, Inc. (BRB) of Asheville, N.C., has entered an agreement with Humberto Martinez and Margarita del Rosario Toth of Charlotte, N.C., to sell WFGW-AM, Black Mountain, N.C., pending approval of the Federal Communications Commission. The private financial investment of […]
Holding steady
Buncombe County Board of Commissioners June 5, 2012 meeting Commissioner candidates slam budget Waste Pro gets 4 percent rate increase Although a public hearing on the budget was on the June 5 agenda, the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners didn't wait for residents to weigh in before diving into some of its most rancorous issues. […]
“Culture of Resistance Roadshow” coming to Asheville June 22
Here’s the press release from the Deep Green Resistance group: A Culture of Resistance Roadshow will be coming to Asheville on June 22nd! A traveling group of activists from Deep Green Resistance (DGR) on a tour of the Southeast will be speaking at the Firestorm Café and Books at 5 pm. They will be advocating […]
Local CSE staffers to attend reception with President Obama
Here’s the press release from the Campaign for Southern Equality: Staff from CSE to attend reception with President Obama and meeting with Office of Public Engagement on June 15th Asheville, N.C. (June 12, 2012) – Two staff members of the Asheville-based Campaign for Southern Equality will attend a reception on June 15th with President Barack […]
Green Gauge: Learn more about greening your home
Here’s the info from Asheville Green Drinks: On Wednesday, June 13, join Maggie Leslie, Program Director for the Western North Carolina Green Building Council, in learning about Green Gauge, the WNCGBC’s newest evaluation service. This simple program, open to new and existing homes, assesses how “green” a home actually is. It is the perfect comparison […]
Mark Meadows picks up endorsement from former GOP candidate Kenny West
Here’s the press release from the Mark Meadows campaign: HENDERSONVILLE, NC – 11th District GOP Congressional Primary winner Mark Meadows picked up another big endorsement today from former opponent Kenny West. Meadows won the hotly contested GOP Primary last month with almost 38% of the vote, but is in a run off with the second […]
Moffitt-sponsored bill to allow referendums on forced annexation becomes law
Residents of unincorporated areas across North Carolina now have the ability to block forced annexations by a majority vote, thanks to a bill sponsored by Buncombe County Rep. Tim Moffitt that became law on June 11, after Gov. Bev Perdue took no action to veto it.
YWCA of Asheville names Beth Maczka new executive director
Here’s the press release from the YWCA: YWCA of Asheville Names New Executive Director Beth Maczka has been named Executive Director of the YWCA of Asheville. Barbara Benisch, a local non-profit management consultant, has been serving as Interim Director since January. Maczka, currently Senior Program Officer at the Community Foundation of WNC (CFWNC), has 26 […]