Here’s the info via the Community Foundation of WNC website: The Community Foundation is pleased to announce that the 10th Annual Power of the Purse® luncheon will feature Olympia Snowe, United States Senator from Maine (1994-2012), and Dee Dee Myers, White House Press Secretary (1993-1994). Warren Wilson College President Steve Solnick will moderate the discussion. The discussion […]
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Meadows and Shuler team up to push for ‘Road to Nowhere’ money
The effort to secure compensation for Swain County from the federal government for a road it never completed has been a long and twisted tale, full of contentious political debate among Western North Carolina congressmen both old and new. The issue is now back in the news, as current GOP Rep. Mark Meadows has joined […]
AC-T: Turner blasts Moffitt on ethics dismissal ‘spin’
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times story: ASHEVILLE – Democrat Brian Turner on Friday highlighted a decision by the state Ethics Commission to make a full investigation of his complaint against Republican political rival Rep. Tim Moffitt. … He said he was disappointed the commission ultimately dismissed the case after finding no evidence Moffitt […]
National VA Voluntary Service Award goes to Asheville VA employee
Here’s the press release from the Charles George VA Medical Center: CHARLES GEORGE VA MEDICAL CENTER, Asheville – Darlene Laughter, chief of CGVAMC Voluntary Service, was recently awarded the VA Voluntary Service Award for Excellence in a ceremony held in Cary, N.C. Laughter’s award is based on her accomplishments in leading change, building coalitions, her […]
Cradle of Forestry presents ‘Salamander Saturday’
Here’s the press release from the Cradle of Forestry: The Cradle of Forestry in America invites the public to enjoy Salamander Saturday, May 24. Pisgah National Forest and its waterways are home to a variety of salamanders. Lori Williams, mountain wildlife diversity biologist with the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission, and John Groves, curator of […]
North Carolina Wildlife Federation is looking for ‘Conservation Heros’
Here’s the press release from the North Carolina Wildlife Federation: Each year the North Carolina Wildlife Federation presents the prestigious Governor’s Conservation Achievement Awards, an effort to honor individuals, governmental bodies, organizations, and others who have exhibited an unwavering commitment to conservation in North Carolina. These are the highest natural resource honors given in the […]
Igniting Asheville: Big ideas competition aimed to spark entrepreneurism
Some of Asheville’s brightest entrepreneurial thinkers came together May 15 to pitch ventures that could transform the human experience.
Strive Not to Drive events encourage multimodal transit
The annual Strive Not to Drive campaign runs May 16-23, featuring free local events that aim to encourage modes of transportation other than riding alone in your car.
Election analysis: Buncombe voters make changes, set up fall battles
The May 6 primary proved historic, as Buncombe County voters propelled district attorney candidate Todd Williams to a landslide victory over Ron Moore, who had held the position for 24 years. Voters also outed incumbent Buncombe Commissioner David King and set up several battles going into the fall general election. Here’s a rundown of some of the key local races and results.
AP: Ethics board clears Moffitt
Here’s an excerpt from the Associated Press article, via the Asheville Citizen-Times: The State Ethics Commission has dismissed a complaint against Republican Rep. Tim Moffitt brought by his political challenger. The commission determined there was no probable cause to show Moffitt violated state law or the state Ethics Act during a meeting with Democrat Brian […]
Buncombe commissioners approve $1.92 million for BorgWarner, $395,000 for school land
Buncombe County commissioners voted unanimously May 13 to give BorgWarner $1.92 million in economic incentive grants. Commissioners also unanimously approved spending $395,000 to buy two different parcels of land for school use.
AC-T: McCrory teacher plan will cost Buncombe County
Here’s an excerpt from the Asheville Citizen-Times article: Republican Gov. Pat McCrory’s plan to raise teacher pay will cost Buncombe County about half a million dollars a year, county officials said. That’s because Buncombe employs 95 teachers on its own out of about about 1,600 in the county schools. Bringing those with less than 9 […]
Officials unveil new plan to curb domestic violence
Buncombe County officials joined with community partners May 13 to unveil a new plan to curb domestic violence.
Buncombe County to consider domestic violence plan; incentives for BorgWarner
Buncombe County is set to unveil a plan to curb domestic violence as well as give BorgWarner $1.92 million in grants to help the company expand local operations.
ABLWV holds annual meeting, seeks new members
Here’s the message via the League of Women Voters of Asheville-Buncombe County email newsletter: May 17: Annual Meeting Luncheon Just a friendly reminder that our annual meeting luncheon with Women AdvaNCe Director of Advocacy, Mary Swann Parry, is Saturday, May 17 from 11:30am-2pm in the Lenoir Rhyne Board Room (Chamber of Commerce building just off […]
Rare azaleas in bloom on Grandfather Mountain
Here’s the press release from Grandfather Mountain: The stunning and rare pink-shell azalea is now in bloom on Grandfather Mountain, offering visitors unparalleled access to the shrub native to only a few western North Carolina counties. The delicate pink blossoms typically appear in late April or early May, arriving even before leaves appear on the […]
Buncombe thanks local foster parents
Here’s the press release from Buncombe County: May is National Foster Parent Appreciation Month Buncombe County Health and Human Services wants to say “Thank You!” to the foster parents in our community. Throughout Buncombe County almost 100 foster parents open their hearts and homes to kids in foster care giving needed shelter to children so […]
Election results: Buncombe gets new district attorney, commissioner
After serving for 24 years as Buncombe County’s District Attorney, Ron Moore lost his job to challenger Todd Williams in a landslide Democratic primary. And in the District 3 Buncombe County commissioners race, political newcomer Miranda DeBruhl defeated incumbent David King in the Republican primary. Here’s a rundown of some of the key local May 6 election results. Photo by Jesse Farthing.
McCrory applauds high early voting turnout
Here’s the press release from the office of Governor Pat McCrory: Raleigh, N.C.- Governor Pat McCrory released a statement today encouraging North Carolinians to vote in primary elections occurring throughout the state and thanking citizens who have already voted early. “Elections at every level are important to keep government accountable and ensure all of our […]
Election day May 6: Polls open across WNC
Polls are open across Western North Carolina today, May 6, for voting in a variety of primary races, from congress to the county commission.
‘Speak Up for Public Education’ forum set for May 8
A non-partisan grassroots coalition called “WNC for Public Education” is hosting a May 8 public forum featuring student, parent and teacher speakers discussing how current legislation is impacting local schools and children, with elected officials on hand to speak to the issues and respond to community concerns.