“Asheville families are not under threat from new housing; they are under threat from a lack of housing. That’s why we have a process for zoning variances in the first place!”
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Letter: Take UNCA concerns to legislature
“UNCA is just one more victim of a legislature hostile to excellence in public education at all levels.”
Letter: Support public education this November
“Whether you currently have a school-age child or you simply care about the quality of education in our state, then voting for candidates who promise to support public education should be top of mind this November.”
Letter: Theater is not a luxury
“I am concerned that students seeking a ‘liberal arts’ environment, experience and education will notice (like spinach between your teeth) that a theater experience is not available. Perhaps they will then choose another university.”
Letter: UNCA cuts will damage region, future generations
“The humanities and the arts inform leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators and professionals how to lead, how to make ethical decisions, how to engage in creative problem-solving and how to treat other human beings from all walks of life.”
Letter: The failure of the conditional zoning process
“What can city residents do to protect their families, homes and quality of life? First, don’t rely on the 2018 comprehensive plan as a guideline for how development will occur in your area.”
Letter: Liberal arts cuts at UNCA hurt community
“Asheville is worse off as a community for gutting the foundation of a liberal arts core.”
Letter: Paradise lost at Hominy Creek
“Realistically, it appears that the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners and RiverLink have written the obituary for French Broad Outfitters’ operation at Hominy Creek.”
Letter: This is no way to build a city
“The Council twists all of its strategic plans in knots to justify an outcome that leads to more houses.”
Letter: Advice for future anarchist events
“If you don’t want people at an event you sponsor, do not have it in a public library and do not physically attack those who do not agree with you if they show up and livestream your public event.”
Letter: Continue calling for truth, justice and peace
“Activity by Asheville groups gives us hope that we can transcend our narrow views — going beyond one political party, one program or one set of policies.”
Letter: A farewell to ceramicist Bob Kinzie
“Over his nearly 70 years as a potter, he worked and taught from studios in Southern California, Northern California and Asheville.”
Letter: Haw Creek rezoning ignores community concerns
“As feared, the Asheville City Council has approved the Meadows at New Haw Creek development, despite vociferous opposition from Happy Valley residents.”
Letter: Long-term shelter cats deserve a second chance
“Charlie’s Angels Animal Rescue in Fletcher provides shelter and care to animals in need, and some animals take longer to rehome than others.”
Letter: General Assembly should let cities take action on plastic
“Cities such as Durham and Asheville were exploring bans or fees on plastic bags to address local waste management challenges and reduce environmental impact.”
Letter: It’s time for city and county to approve reparations
“Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church firmly believes it is time for these entities to address the pervasive anti-Black racism by approving these recommendations and providing reparations.”
Letter: Despite block, we can still reduce plastic use
“Though it can feel like an overwhelming task, together we can change the impact of plastics on our environment until our city is able to install its own official plastic ban.”
Letter: Can we find the political will to address gun violence?
“I still hold out hope, but I also see the bumper sticker right in front of me: ‘Heavily Armed & Easily Pissed.'”
Letter: The mystery of WNC’s drivers
“Why do people visiting and oftentimes living in Western North Carolina insist on driving in the left-hand passing lane when the right-hand driving lane is open?
Letter: Neighborhood takes hit from errant disc golfers
“I believe that a fence or some sort of permanent barrier needs to be put up around the affected areas to keep Highland Brewing’s patrons from being able to go into our neighborhood.”
Letter: Take a vacation from plastic with Plastic Free July
“The primary goal is to raise awareness about the environmental impact of single-use plastic pollution and inspire people to make sustainable choices in their daily lives.”