Hayden Rogers, Democratic nominee for North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District, released the following statement today following the Supreme Court’s decision on the 2010 health care bill: “I have consistently held the position that all Americans should have access to affordable, high-quality health care. Regardless of today’s decision by the Supreme Court, I stand by my […]
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Patrick McHenry responds to SCOTUS health-care decision
Here’s the press release from the office of Rep. Patrick McHenry: Congressman Patrick McHenry (NC-10) vowed to continue efforts to repeal and replace ObamaCare after today’s Supreme Court decision largely upheld the law. The 5-4 decision keeps the controversial healthcare law in place. To date, Republicans have voted to repeal, defund, or dismantle provisions of […]
Patsy Keever responds to Supreme Court health-care ruling
Here’s the statement from the Patsy Keever campaign: Affordable Care Act upheld by Supreme Court Today the Supreme Court of the United States upheld the Affordable Care Act and demonstrated how political leanings can be set aside to resolve the vital issues confronting Americans. It is a good sign for our nation that a conservative […]
Mountain BizWorks announces new course: Online Marketing
Here’s the press release from Mountain BizWorks: Course focuses on helping business owners to increase revenues; Starts in July Asheville, NC – June 28, 2012: Mountain BizWorks announces the launch of Online Marketing for Your Business, a three-session advanced course for small business owners. The course focuses on building skills and techniques for effective web-based […]
Early voting for July 17 runoff election starts today
Early voting for the the July 17 runoff election starts today, June 28, giving Buncombe County residents a chance to cast their ballots for several races.
Vance Patterson hails Supreme Court ruling on Arizona immigration laws as victory
Here’s the press release from the Vance Patterson campaign: MORGANTON, NC– Congressional candidate Vance Patterson, running in Western North Carolina’s 11th Congressional District, issued the following statement today following the United States Supreme Court’s ruling on the constitutionality of a controversial and far reaching law passed in the state to curb the effects of illegal […]
Conservative group Buncombe Forward slams BCGOP over decision to kick out Don Yelton
The conservative group Buncombe Forward released the following statement in response to the Buncombe County Republican Party Executive Committee’s recent decision to strip longtime member Don Yelton of his leadership responsibilities as precinct chair: A Kangaroo Court in Dodge City Monday’s BCGOP Exec Comm meeting was not about Don Yelton’s words and deeds against his […]
Green drinks June 27: Ned Doyle will talk about developing a sustainable economy
Here’s the info via the Green Drinks group’s email newsletter: Socializing: 5:30pm Programming: 6:00pm Location: Posana Cafe, 1 Biltmore Ave, Asheville NC 28801 Developing A Sustainable Economy: As if Community Matters What are some of the strategies for developing a sustainable economy that works for our region? How can individuals and our community participate in […]
Blue Ridge Parkway takes steps to increase safety
Here’s the press release from the Blue Ridge Parkway: Lower gas prices, higher visitation numbers for the year, and estimates from travel industry professionals for a busy travel season are top of mind as Blue Ridge Parkway rangers prepare for the upcoming Fourth of July holiday. Visitor and traffic safety on the Parkway is always […]
WNC Alliance: Tell Gov. Perdue no fracking in NC
Here’s a few excerpts from the Western North Carolina Alliance’s June 27 email newsletter: Tell Gov. Perdue: NO fracking in N.C.! Legislation to legalize fracking in North Carolina is now in the hands of Gov. Bev Perdue. On June 21, the N.C General Assembly passed S820 to develop regulations for the method of gas drilling […]
Buncombe County GOP kicks Don Yelton off committee for ‘party disloyalty’
The executive committee of the Buncombe County Republican Party found longtime political activist Don Yelton guilty of party disloyalty, voting June 25 to strip him of his duties as precinct chair and kick him off the committee until the next party convention in March of 2013.
A break in the clouds
After decades of grappling with contaminated well water, several Arden residents praised the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners for taking the first step toward providing them with public water lines. During its June 19 meeting, the board voted 5–0 to apply for about $4 million in state water-quality loans that would be used to connect […]
Reps Chuck McGrady and Patsy Keever receive conservation awards
Here’s the press release from the NC League of Conservation Voters: RALEIGH – North Carolina League of Conservation Voters honored ten members of the North Carolina General Assembly with conservation awards at their sixth annual Green Tie Awards Dinner held on June 20 in Raleigh. The event was attended by nearly 200 business, environmental, and […]
Rep. Tim Moffitt hosting June 30 Town Hall meeting
Here’s the info via the Tim Moffitt campaign and the Buncombe County Republican Party website: LEICESTER, NC – State Representative Tim Moffitt (R-Buncombe) will host a legislative town hall this weekend in the Leicester community of north-western Buncombe County. The town hall will offer community residents the chance to both informally meet Rep. Moffitt and […]
Summer sizzle increases risks of heat related illness
Here’s the press release from the Buncombe County Department of Health: Though we have been experiencing mild weather, warmer weather is on the way. It is now officially Summer and along with summer comes hotter temperatures and risks of heat related illness. Extremely hot weather can cause serious health effects, leading to very high body […]
Don Yelton defends himself against charges by BCGOP leadership
Buncombe County Republican precinct chair and longtime political activist Don Yelton plans to defend himself against charges of negligence and party disloyalty this evening, June 25. The party’s executive committee voted in May to strip Yelton of his role as precinct chair and other leadership responsibilities. The move emerged as a fission point in ongoing […]
A-B Tech receives national cybersecurity recognition
Here’s the press release from A-B Tech: A-B Tech became the first community college in North Carolina to become certified by the National Security Agency (NSA) for meeting national standards in information assurance education. A-B Tech is also only the fourth institute of higher education in the state to receive the designation. Lewis Lightner, Networking […]
Details of July 4 firework shows at Lake Julian, other Buncombe sites
Here’s the info via the Buncombe County website: July 4th is the most American of all celebrations and the highlight of summer at Lake Julian Park! The park hosts one of the largest fireworks displays in Western North Carolina. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and find a spot along the lake. All seats are […]
Renowned “Ambassador for Peace” Prem Rawat to speak in Asheville Aug. 4
Here’s the information via the local Words of Peace group: Prem Rawat, known by many around the world as international “Ambassador for Peace” is speaking at the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium on Saturday, August 4, 2012 at 6pm. Prem Rawat has spoken about personal peace from an early age, inspiring audiences by bringing clarity and simplicity […]
Buncombe County student serves as Governor’s Page
Here’s the press release from the governor’s office: RALEIGH – Samuel Derek Sholder of Buncombe participated in the Governor’s Page Program in Raleigh. Sholder spent a week gaining valuable life experience and providing administrative support as a page for the Department of Environmental and Natural Resources for the week of June 18- June 22. “By […]
Asheville Tea Party backs candidates in GOP July 17 primary run-off
Five candidates in the Republican primary run-off on July 17th have been endorsed by the Asheville Tea Party Political Action Committee (ATPAC). The candidates and offices are: Mark Meadows for NC 11 Congressional seat; Dan Forest for Lieutenant Governor; Ed Goodwin for Secretary of State; Mike Causey for Insurance Commissioner; and John Tedesco for Superintendent […]