Here’s the press release from the campaign of Ethan Wingfield: Arden, North Carolina – Ethan Wingfield, conservative Republican and Congressional candidate, was officially announced as an ‘On the Radar’ candidate by the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) last Friday. This is the second step in the NRCC’s ‘Young Guns’ program founded by Congressmen Eric Cantor, […]
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Democrats running for congress in 10th District make their case
Two of the three Democrats running for Congress in the 10th District spoke at a Feb. 17 meeting of the Democratic Women of Buncombe County. Asheville Mayor Terry Bellamy, Statehouse Rep. Patsy Keever and writer/musician Timothy Murphy are all hoping to be the Democrat that takes on Republican incumbent – and likely nominee – Rep. Patrick McHenry in the fall.
Patsy Keever files to run for U.S. House in NC10
Here’s the press release: Patsy Keever files to run for House in North Carolina’s 10th Congressional District Raleigh, NC—Today State Representative Patsy Keever filed for the U.S. House of Representatives in North Carolina’s newly drawn 10th Congressional District. Rep. Keever released this statement about why she is running: Today a lot of people have a […]
Young Republicans to host county candidates
Here’s the press release from the Buncombe County Young Republicans: ASHEVILLE – At their March monthly social, the Buncombe County Young Republicans will host all declared–and some still considering–Republican candidates for Buncombe County elected office. Candidates will include J.B. Howard, candidate for Chair of the County Commission; Mike Fryar and Christina Kelly Merrill, candidates for […]
Changes celebrated at Buncombe County Health and Human Services Department
About 75 department heads, staffers, elected officials and others gathered Feb. 15 to celebrate recent renovations to the Buncombe County Health and Human Services Department building in downtown Asheville.
(Pictured here: Board chair David Gantt and Commissioner Carol Peterson try out a new kids play area in the building’s lobby. Photos by Bill Rhodes)
Civitas Institute Presents: Free Market Academy Asheville: Economics in One Lesson
Here’s the press release from the Buncombe County Republican Party: Civitas Institute Presents: Free Market Academy Asheville: Economics in One Lesson Sign up Free Market Academy Asheville. Date: March 13, 2012, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM When: Tuesday, March 13, 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. Where: Skyland Fire Department 9 Miller Rd., Asheville, NC 28803 […]
Ellen Frost files for commissioner candidacy with family by her side
Here’s the press release from the Frost campaign (photo also courtesy of the campaign): Tuesday afternoon, three generations were present when Ellen Frost filed for candidacy to become a Buncombe county commissioner. Frost was joined at the board of elections by both her daughter Liz and grand-daughter Lexi. Frost wanted to share this outstanding moment […]
Rep. Chuck McGrady honored by NC land trusts for promoting conservation
Here’s the press release from the Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy: Rep. Chuck McGrady honored by NC land trusts for promoting conservation MORGANTON— State Rep. Chuck McGrady is the recipient of an award given by North Carolina’s 24 land trusts to a public official who has been a critical part of land and water protection in […]
Urban News publishes cover story on Buncombe Commissioner candidate Keith Young
Here’s an excerpt from the Urban News cover story on commissioner candidate Keith Young: President John F. Kennedy once said that those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future. Keith Young takes that belief seriously. He understands that change is the inescapable driver of history in the United […]
Mike Clampitt announces run for Statehouse in District 119
Here’s the press release from Clampitt: BRYSON CITY, NC-It’s now official, Mike Clampitt of Bryson City, NC filed yesterday for the NC House of Representatives 119th seat as a Republican. Clampitt arrived at the Swain County Board of Elections at the beginning of filing, which was at 12 noon. The filing period for all candidates […]
Asheville Earth Day 2012 to take place April 21
Here’s the press release: ASHEVILLE EARTH DAY 2012 TO TAKE PLACE ON APRIL 21ST February 14, 2012 (Asheville, NC) – The Asheville Earth Day Festival is proud to announce their 2012 annual event will take place on Saturday, April 21st, 2012. The free daylong festival featuring music, arts, local food, and environmental education will take […]
Moog Foundation needs IndiGoGo donor support to bring Dr. Bob’s SoundSchool to life
Here’s the press release from The Bob Moog Foundation: Asheville, NC – While Michelle Moog is touched by her father’s enduring legacy as the godfather of modern electronic music, she is driven to see that legacy expand by inspiring children to learn the science of sound through the magic of his music. She’s looking to […]
Local teenage Republican group seeking business sponsorship
The Asheville-Buncombe Teenage Republicans (ABTAR.org) are seeking business sponsorship to support their group’s objectives: to bring high school students into the Republican Party and mobilize them to volunteer now and vote in November. T-shirts will be given to ABTAR members and sold at Republican events, including the upcoming Congressional forum at AB Tech. Their website, […]
Wingfield: I stand with citizens of Newland in defense of Ten Commandments
Here’s the press release from the congressional campaign of Ethan Wingfield: Arden, North Carolina – A Wisconsin-based organization is demanding the city of Newland, North Carolina, immediately remove the Ten Commandments on display outside of the clerk’s office. The Ten Commandments have been proudly presented outside of the clerk’s office since the construction of the […]
Space race
Big changes are coming to downtown Asheville’s North Lexington and Rankin avenues, including new restaurants, office space, condos, galleries, a courtyard and a terrace, property owner John Lantzius reveals. The Lantzius family, key players in Asheville’s downtown revitalization since the late 1970s, own several properties in the area. In 2004, John’s sister, Dawn Lantzius, was […]
Local coffee shops host Java for Justice event
Here’s the press release from the Asheville Radio Group: Local Coffee Shops Host Java for Justice Event 1st Annual Fundraiser will Support Pisgah Legal Services ASHEVILLE, NC – On Wednesday, February 22nd, five Asheville coffee shops will host the 1st annual Java for Justice event to raise money for, and awareness of, Pisgah Legal Services’ […]
Fletcher, N.C. teen named “Distinguished Young Woman of North Carolina”
Here’s the press release from the “Distinguished Young Women” organization: Fletcher, N.C. teen named Distinguished Young Woman of North Carolina Statewide scholarship program awarded $22,000 in cash scholarships to participants Mobile, Ala. (February 13, 2012) – On February 4, Christina Maxwell of Fletcher, N.C. was named the Distinguished Young Woman of North Carolina and awarded […]
League of Women Voters celebrates 92nd birthday
Here’s the press release from the League of Women Voters of Asheville-Buncombe County: League of Women Voters Celebrates 92nd Birthday League president urges public to “Power the Vote” Asheville- The League of Women Voters will celebrate its 92nd birthday on February 14. Founded in 1920 after winning the battle to get women the right to […]
Restaraunts to raise funds for Asheville Fallen Firefighters / Shane Mackey Fund
Here’s the press release from the Asheville Fire Department: Percentage Day for Local Firefighter Twenty restaurants will be participating in a “Percentage Day” benefit to raise funds for the Asheville Fallen Firefighters / Shane Mackey Fund. Area restaurants are sponsoring this event on February 16th, 17th and 18th. A percentage of the restaurants profits will […]
Whilden challenges Moffitt to rematch, will run for NC House
Kicking off what’s likely to be one of the most contentious local campaigns this year, former Democratic Rep. Jane Whilden announced Feb. 13 that she will challenge incumbent Republican Tim Moffitt to try to take back the N.C. House seat she lost to him in 2010.
Ramsey releases statement, will file candidacy for NC House 115
Here’s the press release from Statehouse candidate Nathan Ramsey (He initially announced his candidacy in October: http://www.mountainx.com/article/36039/Former-Buncombe-County-chair-Nathan-Ramsey-announces-run-for-N.C.-House-District-115) Nathan Ramsey Candidate, NC House 115 Good Schools. Good Jobs. A Better Future! http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Nathan-Ramsey-for-NC-House-115/100913696675339 Nathan Ramsey, former Chairman of the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners, will file tomorrow at the Buncombe County Board of Elections at 12 noon […]