Here’s the press release from FairVote FairVote Report Highlights ‘Dubious’ Elections in U.S. House Elections in North Carolina Analysis of Congressional Elections in North Carolina Shows History of Uncompetitive Elections Changed in 2010 Washington, DC – 5/9/2012 – A new report by FairVote shows that, due to winner-take-all voting rules, congressional elections in North Carolina’s […]
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Tonight at the Asheville Art Museum: Discussion with esteemed Motherwell scholar, Mary Ann Caws
Here’s the press release: Asheville Art Museum (East Wing, Upper Level) $5 for Members $7 + Museum Admission for Non-Members Learn more here. A personal friend and colleague of artist Robert Motherwell during his lifetime, Dr. Mary Ann Caws has written a number of biographies on the artist, including Robert Motherwell: With Pen and Brush. […]
Loss raises questions about Asheville mayor’s future
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: That Mayor Terry Bellamy would lose in her effort to win a seat in Congress came as a surprise for some. That she would suffer such a walloping loss left political observers stunned enough Wednesday to question Bellamy’s political future despite her determined rise from childhood poverty […]
Panama Travelogue at Asheville Wild Birds Unlimited on May 20
Here’s the press release: Panama Travelogue at Asheville Wild Birds Unlimited Store on Sunday May 20 The Asheville Wild Birds Unlimited store is pleased to announce our next upcoming travel and nature program in our travelogue series at 3 PM on Sunday 20 May. WBU Owners, Simon Thompson and Chris Jaquette have visited the rainforests […]
The results: Congressional races
Statehouse Rep. Patsy Keever beat Asheville Mayor Terry Bellamy in the 10th Congressional District Democratic primary and incumbent Republican Patrick McHenry beat his challengers to represent his party again on the fall ballot. This post includes results and information about both the 10th and 11th congressional district primary races.
A new hotel?
More commercial development is on the way for a spot in Oteen, thanks to a unanimous rezoning decision by the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners at its May 1 meeting. At the urging of property owner H.P. Patel, a vacant 1.78-acre parcel at 1501 Tunnel Road was rezoned from R–2 (Residential District) to CS (Commercial […]
Where should the green go?
Buncombe County government wants your input on where to locate new greenways.
NC League of Conservation Voters honors Patsy Keever, Chuck McGrady
Here’s the press release from the NC League of Conservation Voters, which is giving “Rising Star” awards to Buncombe County Statehouse Rep. (and 10th District congressional candidate) Patsy Keever and Henderson County Statehouse Rep. Chuck McGrady: NC League of Conservation Voters Announces 2012 Green Tie Winners RALEIGH – NC League of Conservation Voters announced today […]
Bill Clinton comes out against Amendment One, records robocall
Here’s the info from the Coalition to Protect All NC Families and the statement from Bill Clinton: On this audio file, which will serve as a robocall for the Coalition to Protect All NC Families, Bill Clinton speaks out against NC Amendment One. He encourages North Carolina citizens to vote against the amendment on May […]
Election night: Keever campaign will be at Grey Eagle
Here’s the announcement from the campaign of Patsy Keever, who’s running in the 10th Congressional District Democratic primary: Election Watch Party Where: The Grey Eagle, Asheville When: Tuesday, May 8, 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Band: Current Invention Description: We’ll hear from Patsy, listen to some good music by Current Invention and watch election returns. […]
Election night: Bellamy campaign will be at Holiday Inn, Biltmore
Here’s the press release from the Terry Bellamy congressional campaign: BELLAMY CELEBRATES NC-10 WIN MAY 8, 6PM ASHEVILLE, NC – Terry Michelle Bellamy will celebrate her election win and naming as the Democratic candidate for North Carolina’s 10th Congressional District on Tuesday, May 8. Beginning at 6pm, all are welcome at the Holiday Inn Biltmore […]
J.B. Howard, Republican, candidate for chair, Buncombe County Board of Commissioners
J.B. Howard responds to the Xpress questionnaire.
Glenda Weinert, Republican, candidate for chair, Buncombe County Board of Commissioners
Glenda Weinert responds to the Xpress questionnaire.
Milton Byrd, Democrat, candidate for chair, Buncombe County Board of Commissioners
Milton Byrd responds to the Xpress questionnaire.
David Gantt, Democrat, candidate for chair, Buncombe County Board of Commissioners
David Gantt responds to the Xpress questionnaire.
Former Register of Deeds says current occupant distorting his record
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article by columnist John Boyle: Otto DeBruhl retired as Buncombe County’s Register of Deeds more than a year ago, after a 33-year run. But he said this week he feels like he’s still embroiled in the current primary election — and he wants to set the record straight. […]
WNC legislators say ALEC’s influence is minimal
Here’s an excerpt from the Carolina Public Press article: An influential corporate lobbying organization prepares to hold its spring summit meeting in Charlotte on May 11, and lawmakers from around the state will be among the most-desired invitees. The group – the American Legislative Exchange Council, known as ALEC – is a particularly effective group […]
Bothwell slams Rogers over payday loan industry donations
With election day, May 8, approaching fast, Cecil Bothwell is bashing his main rival in the 11th Congressional District Democratic primary, Hayden Rogers, for taking campaign donations from the payday loan industry.
Buncombe Commissioners approve rezoning requests, more
During its May 1 meeting, the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners approved a pair of rezoning requests, presented Buncombe Environmental Leadership Awards, heard a report from the N.C. Department of Transportation and more.
Buncombe Commissioners preview: Zoning out
The May 1 meeting of the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners will feature a pair of rezoning requests to allow more development in Oteen and Fairview.
Dalton campaign touts fundraising, endorsements
Here’s the press release from the campaign of Walter Dalton, Democratic candidate for governor: Dalton campaign raises nearly $1.4 million Campaign garners hundreds of endorsements across all regions (RALEIGH) – Reflecting the growing momentum from recent endorsements and in surging poll numbers, the Dalton for Governor campaign today reports raising $1.395 million for the current […]