In "Democracy by Decree," we accidentally shaved a few years off Rep. Nathan Ramsey's reported term as chair of the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners. He served as chair 2000-2008.
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Gotta agree with Moffitt
Tim Moffitt is proposing to have the state impose district elections on our City Council [“Democracy by Decree,” July 17 Xpress]. He reasons that elected officials tend to favor whatever system put them in power, and it is hard to argue with his argument on that point. He says, “It falls on the state to […]
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Internal affairs: At a July 11 meeting, Asheville City Council cleared Police Chief William Anderson (pictured) of cover-up and coercion allegations from an APD lieutenant. —
Guns blazing
Jimmy Brown is from Ireland, but he considers North Carolina to be home. Probably because that’s where his band, Matrimony, is based. And because that band, as its name suggests, is a family affair. It began with Brown and his wife, Ashlee Hardee Brown (and whomever they could find to fill out the lineup for […]
Business Blotter
Openings All Souls Pizza, 175 Clingman Ave. 254-0169. http://www.allsoulspizza.com. The Bull and Beggar, 37 Paynes Way #7, 575-9443. The Brew Pump (beer bar at CitiStop), 760 Haywood Road. Closings Burgermeister’s, 697 Haywood Road. Relocations and other changes A Dancer’s Place, moved from Patton Avenue downtown to 5 Regent Park Blvd. Suite 109. 253-1434. http://www.adancersplaceonline.com. (Pictured, […]
318 Riverside Drive From: Matt Logan and Kristie Bell of 5 Walnut Wine Bar With help from: Asheville GreenWorks and Mark Rosenstein (at least temporarily, anyway) Approximate timline: July: Asheville GreenWorks opens its offices on the property August: The first event at the grounds, Root Ball, a fundraiser for GreenWorks Fall: The shell of the […]
No reservations
K Ishibashi (known, on stage, as Kishi Bashi), likes the fun and excitement of a festival though, he points out, often festivalgoers are not his fan base. “It feels like I have something to prove, or I have to fight for their attention, which is a good challenge,” he says. But, even if you’re not […]
Good weird
If you've heard of Dan Deacon, you were probably stoked (and a little surprised) to see his name on the Bele Chere lineup. If you're not familiar, prepare to be confused and possibly even elated by his set. First, a little background for the latecomers: Deacon is an articulate, lighthearted, classically-trained composer/multi-instrumentalist best known for […]
Oh no you didn’t!
I'm truly disgusted that you published an article, let alone a front-pager, that glorifies tobacco sales and use [“The Unusual Suspects,” July 10, Xpress]. Love, food, drink and music are gifts from our higher selves. I don't believe in whatever god you say brought tobacco. It's time we as a society begin to see and […]
Max Cooper responds
Thanks for reading the piece, Sidney. I worked hard to write a neutral story, one that I felt was only partly about smoking. The risks of smoking made a good background for the truly interesting part — how the characters in the story, and in our community, navigate a changing environment in which their habits, […]
Mooging out of town?
A move to ship Bob Moog’s archives from Asheville to New York is creating family discord over the best way to preserve the late inventor’s legacy. An electronic music titan, Bob Moog founded Moog Music, the world’s leading manufacturer of analog synthesizers. His widow, Ileana Grams-Moog, lives in Asheville, and she announced July 18 that […]
Thank you, Korean War vets
At this 60th anniversary of the cessation of hostilities of the Korean War, no words can properly convey to the brave men and women who fought so nobly our heartfelt thanks for their selfless service. Therefore, we hereby resolve to convey such thanks to those who fought to preserve the freedoms that we enjoy today […]
Going to the dogs?
An online petition that opposes the creation of a North Asheville dog park triggered confusion from both developers and community members, while amassing more than 200 signatures within the last 24 hours. Created by 22-year-old Beaverdam resident Natalie Flores, the local campaign calls for the proposed North Asheville dog park to be built elsewhere. The […]
Face to face
Three recent community meetings gave Buncombe County residents a chance to raise concerns with the Board of Commissioners. The informal get-togethers, held in the three electoral districts introduced last year, were “a great way to learn what's on people's minds," noted Commissioner Brownie Newman. The July 9 set the stage, taking place at the Enka […]
Calendar highlights: Postcards against violence, Mark Twain live and Parkway Playhouse’s Who K
Clubland features: Dig Fest Battle of the Bands and Ten Cent Orchestra
We are the champions: The Emerald Lounge hosts the Dig Fest Battle of the Bands on Thursday, July 25, pitting winners of a community poll against one another for a spot at the August festival and a chance to record at Solomon Mines Studio. Performers include Burn the Sun, Uncle Hamish and the Hooligans, Pipapelli, […]
Bele Chere after hours
Fri. July 26 5 Walnut Wine Bar: Jamar Woods acoustic band (soul, funk), 10 pm Asheville Music Hall: Josh Blake's Jukebox (funk, rock) w/ Mary Frances & the Dirty Classics, 10 pm Athena's Club: Mark Appleford (singer-songwriter, Americana, blues), 5-10p m — DJ, 10 pm-2 am Boiler Room: Free Radio (hip-hop) w/ Tru Dru, Benihana […]
Apps and the art of innovation: CEO of Asheville software firm makes apps to keep businesses fresh
Pull back the curtain on some of the more visible Asheville tech happenings in recent years — TEDxAsheville, Spark Tech Talk podcast, Asheville Green Drinks — and you’ll find the Oz-like figure of Ty Hallock , Web entrepreneur and constant generator of ideas.
Asheville Disclaimer 07/17/13
A public-relations spin doctor lends a helping hand to NC Republicans
Keep up the great job
I am writing this letter about the great job that the Montford Players do. They do a great job doing Shakespeare plays. Montfod park players is a must-see. The staff and actors are very down to earth and easy going. I would recommend to anyone who loves theater to check them out. I can almost […]
Our air, our water
Summertime is a time to be outside. Whether it's a barbecue with the family or a raft down the river with friends, I love taking advantage of our beautiful mountain and river surroundings. And I know that that’s a shared love, with many tourists coming in town to also experience this beauty. I want to […]