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Buncombe County Commissioners: Pay cuts hit home ***UPDATE***
At this evening’s Feb. 15 meeting, the members of the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to give themselves a pay cut.
The Beat: Board games?
A look at what’s been making headlines: It was a tough week for Buncombe County’s commissioners, who faced a firestorm of criticism over their pay. In other news, local Verizon stores started selling the iPhone 4, UNCA students gathered to honor the protesters in Egypt and much more.
Buncombe County considers privatizing Mountain Mobility
As part of its ongoing efforts to cut costs, Buncombe County is considering privatizing its Mountain Mobility transportation system. County Manager Wanda Greene reports that the government plans to accept proposals from private entities interested in taking over operations beginning later this month.
Doing the deeds
The retirement of longtime Buncombe County Register of Deeds Otto DeBruhl has sparked a fight between the local Democratic Party’s old guard and young Turks. When DeBruhl announced his retirement Jan. 31 after 32 years on the job, he proposed that Assistant Register of Deeds JoAnn Morgan take the helm, declaring, “There is not a […]
Making the grade
Buncombe County Board of Commissioners Feb. 1, 2011 meeting Commissioners approve new farmland preservation measures Young gets additional term heading URTV board More Buncombe students are staying the course and taking home a high-school diploma. That’s the good news school officials delivered at the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners’ Feb. 1 meeting, crediting the county's […]
Buncombe County releases annual human services report
Buncombe County Human Services recently released its annual report, which highlights the county’s efforts to support “a safe and healthy community.” Here’s a look at some of the facts and figures.
Buncombe County annual human services report
Buncombe County Human Services released its latest annual report on Feb. 7. It highlights the county’s efforts to support “a safe and health community.” “Given this current economic crisis, now more than ever, government officials need to lead with a strategy for how to hold individuals and families whole,” writes Mandy Stone, Department of Social […]
The Beat: Obama, barbecue, and the ‘woodchuck weather creature’
A look at what’s been making headlines.
Register of deeds race takes shape in wake of DeBruhl’s retirement
The replacement of longtime Buncombe County Register of Deeds Otto DeBruhl is shaping up to be a battle between the young and old guards of the Democratic Party.
One rule for all
A few hours before the Asheville City Council’s Jan. 25 meeting, about 25 local faith leaders and several Council members gathered at the First Congregational United Church of Christ on Oak Street to advocate for “full equality for all Asheville citizens.” The resolution pushed by People of Faith for Just Relationships calls on City Council […]
The Beat
The North Carolina General Assembly continued to claim the spotlight last week as Republicans took control of both the House and Senate for the first time in more than a century. In a series of articles, the Asheville Citizen-Times reported "Statehouse Power Shift to Usher in Changes." Republicans "appear poised to lift the cap on […]
On the edge
There are few things that foster a more satisfying sense of wellness than a hike in the mountains. Here in Western North Carolina, of course, we have no shortage of such opportunities. Among the more unusual options is the Swannanoa Rim Explorer hiking series. The tour gives participants a chance to trek the entire ridgeline […]
Buncombe County Commissioners preview: Board gains ***UPDATED WITH APPOINTMENTS***
The Buncombe County Board of Commissioners will kick off the month with what looks to be a short meeting. Topping the light Feb. 1 agenda, commissioners will consider appointing candidates to the Asheville Planning and Zoning Commission, the Adult Care Home Community Advisory Committee, the Civic Center Commission and the URTV Board.
Equality Resolution
About 25 local faith leaders and several Asheville City Council members gathered today, Jan. 25, at the First Congregational United Church of Christ to advocate for “full equality for all Asheville citizens.” The resolution pushed by the group — People of Faith for Just Relationships, whose members represent a variety of traditions — calls for […]
The Beat: Getting the Statehouse in order
A look at what’s been making headlines: The North Carolina General Assembly continued to claim the spotlight last week as Republicans took control of both the House and Senate for the first time in more than a century. In other political news, Rep. Heath Shuler made waves by getting appointed to the powerful House Committee on the Budget. He also got made fun of in the famed Doonesbury comic strip. And in national attention of a different sort, news outlets nationwide reported that Fodors listed Asheville as a top travel destination.
A-B Tech seeks sales-tax hike
Amid continuing tough economic conditions, A-B Tech is looking to county residents for support. Come November, voters will be asked to approve a sales-tax increase to benefit the local community college. At their Jan. 18 meeting, the Buncombe County commissioners unanimously gave the go-ahead to holding a referendum on a 0.25 percent sales-tax increase to […]
The Beat: A look at what’s been making headlines around WNC
The North Carolina General Assembly convened its new session in Raleigh this week. In a major power shift, Republicans are taking control of both the House and Senate for the first time since 1898. It might not be so grand a party, however, as they face a $3.7 billion budget deficit. In the online post […]
Local clergy push City Council to pass equality resolution
About 25 local faith leaders and several Asheville City Council members gathered today, Jan. 25, at the First Congregational United Church of Christ to advocate for “full equality for all Asheville citizens.” The resolution pushed by the faith leaders — representing a variety of traditions — calls for City Council to take four specific actions, including “extending the city’s employment non-discrimination clause to include sexual orientation, gender, and gender identity or expression.”
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The Beat: Grand Old Party in the House
A look at what’s been making headlines: Republicans get set to take over Raleigh; Crimes abound in WNC; New bathrooms on the way to Pack Square; Shuler votes “no” on health care repeal and more.
Meals On Wheels holds third annual “Polar Bear Plunge” fundraiser
Meals On Wheels will hold its third annual Polar Bear Plunge fundraiser at the Asheville Racquet Club on Saturday, Jan. 22 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Despite forecasted temperatures in the low thirties, more than 20 volunteers will brave the icy waters of the club’s outdoor pool to help raise money to feed Buncombe County’s homebound seniors.