Here’s the info from the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce: Redistricting 101: Presented by Crescent Health Solutions Date: Wednesday, April 25th 2012 Time: 3:30pm to 5:00pm Description: How has the 2011 redistricting affected you? The act of redrawing the districts of North Carolina happens once every ten years and many know little about the process. […]
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Update from the Asheville Bicycle and Pedestrian Task Force
Barb Mee, Asheville transportation planner, sent out the following message to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Task Force email list: To: Bicycle and Pedestrian Task Force Mailing List: This is a reminder that the Bicycle and Pedestrian Task Force’s next meeting is on Thursday, April 26, at 5:30 p.m. Because of early voting, we will be […]
GOP candidate Mark Meadows (NC11) focuses on economy in second TV spot
Here is the ad and press release from the Mark Meadows campaign: Conservative Christian businessman Mark Meadows began airing his second television commercial this morning, as part of his campaign to represent Western North Carolina in Congress. In the new commercial, Meadows says high taxes, wasteful spending, and excessive regulations are costing jobs and hurting […]
VIDEO: Anti–Amendment One ads hit NC TV
The Coalition to Protect North Carolina Families released video of the ads its planning to run on TV stations across the state to urge people to vote against Amendment One. Here they are via the group’s YouTube channel:
Patsy Keever wins April 21 10th District Straw Poll
Patsy Keever wins 10th District Straw Poll Newton, NC – In a sign of growing momentum going into the May 8th primary election, Patsy Keever won the 10th Congressional District Democratic straw poll held in Catawba County on Saturday. Democrats throughout the 10th District were invited to participate in the poll, and all candidates had […]
Buncombe County school officials craft budget
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: Buncombe County schools are stretching federal dollars, using some reserve funds and relying on previous reductions in spending to help make up a budget shortfall created by expected decreases in state funding. “We believe we can keep our workforce intact for this coming year,” said Mary Parker, […]
International eugenics discussion with Author Edwin Black set for Raleigh
Here’s the press release from the NC Department of Administration: International Eugenics Discussion with Author Edwin Black set for Wednesday at Legislative Auditorium RALEIGH – Edwin Black, author of “War Against the Weak” and an outspoken scholar on the topics of eugenics and the Holocaust, will present a discussion on North Carolina and global eugenics […]
McHenry wins money race with backing from Walmart, bankers
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times column by Jon Ostendorff: Incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Patrick McHenry won the money race in the 10th District, largely thanks to donations from corporations and bankers. He raised $196,256 in the first quarter, according to a report with the Federal Election Commission. He got $86,636 from groups including […]
Moore: public records law might require release of Asheville evidence room audit
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen–Times article: District Attorney Ron Moore will consult with the state attorney general’s office about whether to release a closely-guarded audit of the Police Department evidence room. Moore has withheld the city-commissioned audit for three months, saying its release could jeopardize a State Bureau of Investigation probe into missing […]
District 3 Democratic candidates for Buncombe commission make their pitch
The Democratic candidates for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners in District 3 made their campaign pitches April 14 at the annual party convention.
Black Mountain-based online ‘Wand’rly Magazine’ publishes first issue
Here’s the press release from the folks at Wand’rly Magazine. Click the link at the bottom to check out the first issue. April 20th, 2012 – Black Mountain, NC. Wand’rly Magazine unveiled its first issue today, which features photos and articles on living like a local in Asheville, North Carolina. Aimed at full time or […]
NC11 GOP candidate Vance Patterson releases TV ad
Here’s the message and the ad from the campaign of Vance Patterson, who’s running in the GOP congressional primary in the 11th District: As everyone knows by now, Vance Patterson’s Congressional campaign is based on JOBS PROSPERITY NOW ~ WE DONT HAVE TO WAIT. In alignment with his platform, Patterson has launched his first of […]
GOP Rep. Paul Stam touts legal opinion that backs his support of Amendment One
Here’s the press release from Rep. Paul Stam: RALEIGH, N.C.—On May 8th, North Carolina voters will decide whether to add to the state’s constitution a provision which states: “Marriage between a man and a woman is the only domestic legal union that shall be valid or recognized in this State.” Opponents claim that the proposed […]
Tax tensions emerge in GOP primary for Buncombe commission
The rancor over last year’s vote to approve a quarter-cent sales-tax increase is continuing to play out, developing into a major issue in the Republican primary race for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners.
Sierra Club announces endorsements for 2012 Democratic primary
Here’s the info via the Wenoca Group of the NC Sierra Club’s facebook page: Sierra Club Endorsements for Buncombe County Elections It is important that we elect candidates that understand the importance of protecting the beauty of our county and the importance of maintaining our quality of life. We need elected officials that recognize that […]
Etheridge tour includes April 20 stop at Malaprops
Here’s the press release from the Etheridge campaign: Etheridge announces “Early Voting Tour” Gubernatorial candidate launches multi-county tour focused on Western NC RALEIGH, N.C. – Gubernatorial candidate Bob Etheridge announced on Thursday the launch of a five-day campaign tour of mountain and other Western counties as part of his initiative to promote early voting. Etheridge […]
Buncombe Forward withdraws endorsement of Glenda Weinert for commission chair
BUNCOMBE FORWARD WITHDRAWS ENDORSEMENT OF GLENDA WEINERT FOR BUNCOMBE COUNTY COMMISSIONER Buncombe County, North Carolina – Buncombe Forward’s Board of Directors has withdrawn its endorsement of Glenda Weinert, candidate for Chair of the Board of Buncombe County Commissioners. Ms. Weinert’s recent public statements against the repeal of the 1/4% sales tax increase is in direct […]
Asheville to see barrage of same-sex marriage TV ads soon
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: Television viewers in North Carolina will soon get a barrage of advertisements for and against a proposed constitutional ban on same-sex marriage. That’s different than in many of the 29 other states where bans have been debated and eventually approved. “In the past, those against amendments have […]
Wide open:No incumbent in District 3 commissioner races
In the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners races, District 3 seems fertile ground for Republicans. Five robust GOP candidates will face off in the May 8 primary, contending for two spots on the November ballot. Encompassing a swath of western Buncombe County that includes Enka/Candler, Leicester, Biltmore Forest and parts of south Asheville, District 3 […]
Patsy Keever: On Tax Day all Americans should pay their fair share.
Here’s the press release from the Patsy Keever campaign, who’s seeking the Democratic nomination for congress in District 10: On Tax Day all Americans should all pay their fair share. Asheville, NC—Today millions of Americans file their federal income tax returns, but some of the wealthiest taxpayers won’t be paying their fair share. Middle class […]
This Is About Our Lives: WE DO
Here’s the video and an excerpt of the message from the “We Do” campaign (via the Scrutiny Hooligans blog) From a press release from Southern Equality: From May 9 – 11, LGBT couples in small towns and cities across North Carolina will request marriage licenses, knowing they will be denied. Clergy, friends, and family will […]