Asheville City Council member Cecil Bothwell’s decision to run against Rep. Heath Shuler in the 2012 Democratic primary made the top online news at mountainx.com last week. Bothwell had previously announced he’d run against Shuler as an independent. In “Bothwell Now Running Against Shuler as a Democrat,” Xpress Reporter David Forbes quotes Bothwell: “I’ve heard […]
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Color on the French Broad: Hot Springs’ annual river festival
The 14th Annual French Broad River Festival benefitted from perfect weather, giving its colorful people, artists and musicians plenty of opportunities to unwind, including this art project beside the main stage.
photos by Margaret Williams
An Economic Analysis of the COPA agreement between N.C. and MIssion Health
On Feb. 10, 2011, Gregory S. Vistnes completed a report commissioned by MIssion Health System and submitted to state legislators: An Economic Analysis of the Certificate of Public Advantage Agreement Between the State of North Carolina and Mission Health. Vistnes examines the local and regional impacts of the 1995 agreement, which set guidelines for the merger of Mission and St. Joseph hospitals. In April, Franklin, N.C., orthodontist Sen. Jim Davis, Republican, proposed SB 698, a bill calling for further review of the COPA.
WNC Wellness review
”Never hike alone” “And plan ahead. Those are the biggest keys to a safe hike in the woods, according to area outdoors experts. ‘One thing we always advise folks is don't hike alone,’ said Randy Burgess, Pisgah District ranger for Pisgah National Forest. ‘If you can, try to take a friend or companion. If you […]
State legislators adopt resolution to investigate DENR’s handling of CTS site
North Carolina legislators may soon appoint a committee charged with investigating how the state environmental agency has handled the contaminated CTS site in Asheville. On April 11, the N.C. House adopted a resolution (HB 186) that calls for creating a “house select committee” for the issue. Rep. Tim Moffitt, Republican, was the primary sponsor. For the full text of the resolution…
TuckReader: A talk with WCU’s new chancellor David Belcher
David Belcher, Western Carolina University’s new chancellor, spoke with members of the local media prior to his introduction to the campus community Monday afternoon, April 11. The TuckReader was there, providing Xpress with an exclusive video.
Restated and Amended Supplemental Water Agreement, 1996
In 1981, Buncombe County, the city of Asheville and individual water districts in the county came together and created the Asheville/Buncombe Water Authority. In 1995, Henderson County joined in, creating a historic regional group. Here’s the 1996 “Restated and Amended Supplemental Agreement” to the previous year’s “Regional Water Supply and Water Service Agreement” adopted by Asheville, Buncombe and Henderson officials.
Asheville-Buncombe-Henderson Water Agreements: 1995
In 1981, Buncombe County, the city of Asheville and individual water districts in the county came together and created the Asheville/Buncombe Water Authority. In 1995, Henderson County joined in, creating a historic regional group: Here’s the Regional Water Supply and Water Service Agreement adopted by Asheville, Buncombe and Henderson officials in 1995.
Asheville-Buncombe Water Agreement, 1987
In 1981, Buncombe County, the city of Asheville and individual water districts in the county came together and created the Asheville/Buncombe Water Authority. Here’s the Supplemental Water Agreement signed in 1987.
Home Show scenes
The annual Home Show wraps up today, Sunday, March 20. Here are a few scenes captured by freelance photographer Jerry Nelson.
Spring is in the air: Flowers and (yoga) people
Local photographer Jerry Nelson snapped these spring pictures, from flowers ready to be planted to folks practicing yoga at Pack Park.
photos by Jerry Nelson
Power woman: Jennifer Payne trains for weightlifting event
As Warden for downtown Asheville’s Pritchard Park, Jennifer Payne has to pack a little power — but some of it, she channels into training. Payne will be competing in the April 16 Carolina Classic Powerlifting Championship, which will be held in Asheville. Photographer Jerry Nelson caught a training moment by the elite lifter, who’s one of the top ten in her class. 
photo by Jerry Nelson
Join Me on the Bridge
On March 8, a handful of women gathered on the Flint Street bridge in downtown Asheville: They were joining in a worldwide action, Women on the Bridge. “The idea … came from the country directors of Women for Women’s programmes in Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo,” organizers explained. It’s the 100th anniversary of International Women’s Day, and as the signs said, “Stronger Women Build Bridges of Peace.”
photos by Jerry Nelson
Ira B. Jones Elementary’s may have winning recipe
Asheville’s Ira B. Jones Elementary School may have a winner: The school’s “Tuscan smoked turkey and bean soup” concoction made the final round of the Recipes for Healthy Kids competition, U.S. Department of Agriculture officials announced today, March 9. But the next round includes a chance for the public to vote for their favorite recipe among a wide field of semifinalists.
EPA proposes adding local CTS site to Superfund list
In September 2010, Environmental Protection Agency officials announced they would consider proposing that the contaminated CTS site be added to the National Priorities List — that is, the Superfund program. Today, March 8, 2011, the EPA said it has taken that step and recommended that the property, located on Mills Gap Road in south Asheville, be added to the NPL of Superfund sites. The federal Superfund program is charged with investigating and cleaning up “the most complex uncontrolled or abandoned hazardous waste sites in the country,” the EPA press release says.
Winter’s rush: Snowy scenes in WNC
After weeks of warm weather, winter reminded us it isn’t gone yet. In this video by Richard D. Zerbe, a rain-filled, rushing creek melds with a snowy scene near Lake Logan in Haywood County.
March 4, 2011, statement by BCBOE Chair Steven Sizemore
On March 4, 2011, Buncombe County Board of Election Chairman Steven Sizemore prepared a statement responding to N.C. Republican’s proposed charter-school bill, SB 8.
A resolution to reconsider N.C. Senate Bill 8
N.C. Democrats proposed a resolution that counters SB 8, which broadens charter-school options.
The Beat: Local residents file lawsuit against CTS
News related to the CTS site in the Mills Gap Road area bubbled to the surface this past week: “A group of 16 individuals and families filed suit against the Elkhart, Ind.-based corporation yesterday in federal court,” Xpress enviro-reporter Susan Andrew wrote in a Feb. 23 blog post, “Seeking Relief.” “Complainants include Tate MacQueen, spokesperson […]
WNC Wellness review: UNCA campus health centers opens in April (and more)
In this week’s WNC Wellness review: New UNCA campus health center to open in April; Red Cross offers free CPR training; Asheville’s healthy food gets a write-up on Huffingtonpost; Midterms acupuncture at UNCA; & more
ProChoice, pro-Planned Parenthood… pro “vahjayjay” rally
Cheering and chanting as cars passed under the shadow of Vance Monument on Saturday, Feb. 26, protesters showed their support for pro-choice, pro-Planned Parenthood and pro… vaginas. “My body! My voice! My choice!” they chanted, drummed and whistled. photo by Kim Gongre
