The city of Asheville lost another round Tuesday in its legal quest to gain control of the city water system’s rates and revenues.
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Asheville water lawsuit vs. N.C. and Buncombe County
In August 2008, the city of Asheville lost another round in its legal quest to gain control of the city water system’s rates and revenues. The N.C. Court of Appeals reaffirmed a lower court’s decision, finding that state lawmakers did not exceed their constitutional authority in enacting a law preventing the city from charging higher […]
Xpress-rated: Video sneak peek at the Aug. 20 issue
Here’s a sneak preview at what’s coming up in the Aug. 20 edition of Mountain Xpress.
MAIN joins Google effort to ‘Free the Airwaves’
The leader of the Asheville-based Mountain Area Information Network joined search-engine giant Google on Monday in calling for unlicensed access to a chunk of unused television airwaves that could form the spine of a new network of cheap, high-speed wireless Internet access.
Hiking the Appalachian Trail in record time, and with a purpose
A 25-year-old Hendersonville native who started hiking the Appalachian Trail June 20 in honor of three people killed last year while hiking public trails hoped to end her journey Sunday in record-setting fashion by completing the 2,174-mile trek in 59 days.
Davidson wrongful-death lawsuit vs. Buncombe County sheriff
In this lawsuit, Sheriff Van Duncan is sued (in his official capacity) for the wrongful death of Marvis Gail Davidson, who died on July 8, 2004, in the Buncombe County Detention Facility. The lawsuit alleges that despite it being well-known that Davidson had diabetes, she was not given medical care and died in agonizing pain. […]
WNC News Roundup
We’re wanting for rain, but bursting with news. This week, reports on the drought, a new casino in Cherokee (and a vote on permitting alcohol in gaming facilities there), a new roller coaster at Ghost Town in the Sky, local Libertarian developments and more.
Trainees graduate Asheville Police Academy
With the pinning of badges and the recitation of an ethics pledge, a group of 14 cadets graduated from the Asheville Police Department’s police academy last week.
Emergency preparedness in Asheville and Buncombe County
When it comes to emergency preparedness, organizations and agencies in Asheville and Buncombe County are stepping up their efforts to enhance existing services, add new capabilities and run tests to see how well prepared we really are. This Xpress cover story examines some of the issues surrounding local preparedness. • Buncombe County has put together […]
Xpress-rated: Video sneak peek at the Aug. 13 issue
Here’s your sneak preview of the Aug. 13 edition of the Mountain Xpress.
Vision Media Television lawsuit filed against The Oko Box
When Vision Media Television first contacted Leslie Richard, who runs The Oko Box, a small eco-fashion business out of her Asheville home, she was interested. Then came the kicker: VMT wanted $22,900 for production fees and $3,000 for airfare to do the program, according to Richard. Richard began researching the media company and came to […]
211 help line goes cellular
The Asheville-based regional helpline 2-1-1 of WNC can now be dialed by cell phone. The service of the United Way of Asheville and Buncombe County has always been available by calling 252-4357 by landline or cell phone, or 211 by landline, but now callers with mobile phones only need to dial 211 to connect. Give […]
SoundTrack
My momma always told me you could tell a lot about a person by the shoes he wears. I’ve been self-conscious about my shoes, and noticing of others, ever since. So the first thing I did after shouldering my way to the front of The Grey Eagle stage was spy the Custard Pie footwear. This […]
Xpress-rated: Video sneak peek at the Aug. 6 Xpress
Here’s a look at what’s coming up in Wednesday’s edition of Mountain Xpress.
211 help now only a cell-phone call away
Nathan Ramsey punched three numbers into his cell phone Thursday afternoon and delivered the ceremonial first cell-phone call to the Asheville-based regional help line, 2-1-1 of WNC.
WNC News Roundup
Here’s a look at some of what’s been happening around WNC: A hiker with two broken legs crawled for 20 hours before being rescued; Dillsboro is still reeling after the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad announced it was ceasing operations; McDowell deputies followed wheelbarrow tracks to nab a burglar, and they’re looking for a vandal who painted a home in an upscale community with animal feces; shoppers can cash in on the state’s tax-free weekend targeting the back-to-school crowd; and it’s Mineral and Gem Week in Mitchell County.
Economists: Asheville defies national downturn
Despite the longest-running financial panic in the U.S. since the Great Depression, Asheville and its strong health-services and tourism sectors continue to see sustained economic growth, two economists said Thursday night. Hanging in there: Economist James F. Smith of Western Carolina University discussed national economic woes but noted that the Asheville area’s economy is still […]
Xpress-rated: Video sneak peek at the July 30 Xpress
Here’s a video preview of the upcoming issue of Mountain Xpress.
For ‘The Block,’ another redevelopment plan
A nonprofit organization that’s been working for years to revitalize the Eagle and Market streets in the city’s urban core won approval from Asheville City Council this week to move ahead with planning a proposed $15 million renovation of two existing structures and the construction of a 10-story building behind them.
It’s a Bele Chere extravaganza
This year is the 30th edition of Bele Chere, Asheville’s annual summer street party, and the Mountain Xpress has gone all out to bring you the best the festival has to offer, including a Web cam, Twitter feeds, photo galleries and more.
2008 political contributions to Buncombe County commissioner candidates
This document shows political contributions from developer Stewart Coleman to Buncombe County Commissioner Bill Stanley. Click here to download a PDF of the document. This document shows political contributions from developer Stewart Coleman to Buncombe County Commissioner Nathan Ramsey. Click here to download a PDF of the document.