Press release from Buncombe County Government: After months of work dating back to last year, Buncombe County Commissioners were presented with the final version of the recommended Fiscal Year 2023 (FY23) budget during their meeting on May 19. Through a series of work sessions, presentations, and identifying priorities, the proposed spending plan sits at $399.2 […]
News Bulletins
MountainTrue’s swim guide season starts this Memorial Day weekend
Press release from Mountain True: Starting this Memorial Day weekend, area swimmers, paddlers, anglers and others who enjoy spending time playing in our local rivers and streams can access up-to-date water quality results for more than 85 popular recreation areas throughout Western North Carolina, Northeastern Tennessee, and North Georgia. MountainTrue’s Swim Guide program is powered […]
Buncombe County Board of Commissioners to hold public hearings on potential voter-approved bond referendums
Press release from Buncombe County Government: At its May 19 regular meeting, the Board of Commissioners set a date of June 7 for the potential November, 2022 voter-approved bond referendums. The proposed referendums are: Pay the capital costs of acquisition and improvement of land or interests therein for conservation and protection of natural resources and […]
Board of Commissioners approve compensation study recommendations
Press release from Buncombe County Government: The Board of Commissioners approved a multi-year compensation study at the May 19 regular meeting, resulting in increased compensation for 649 Buncombe County employees and a new living wage minimum of $17 per hour for regular employees. Significant impact will be seen in the historically lowest graded positions – […]
Buncombe Commissioners approve conservation goals, get update on homelessness, plot next steps for Comprehensive Plan, & more
Press release from Buncombe County Government: Looking to conserve 20 percent of Buncombe County by 2030, Commissioners unanimously approved moving forward with a land conservation strategy during their meeting on May 19. The County is made up of nearly 420,500 acres and currently has 76,637 acres protected. That totals 18% of all County land with […]
Board of Commissioners approve resolution supporting Occupancy Tax reform
Press release from Buncombe County Government: Buncombe County Commissioners took a step to formalize their support for Occupancy Tax reform that would offer more spending flexibility. Following a short discussion during an Occupancy Tax Budget Amendment at the May 3 regular meeting, Commissioners Newman, Beach-Ferrara, and Wells requested the resolution be added to the agenda. […]
Community Reparations Commission meeting on May 23
Press release from the City of Asheville The Community Reparations Commission will hold a meeting on Monday, May 23, 2022, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Press Room at Harrah’s Cherokee Center – Asheville, located at 87 Haywood Street. The agenda and materials can be found on the Commission webpage here. The meeting is open to the public and plans are made […]
Agenda for AB Air Quality May 24, 2022 board meeting
Press release from Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency This is the agenda for the Asheville-Buncombe Air Quality Agency board meeting to be held on Monday, May 24, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. in the meeting room located at the Buncombe County Permit Office at 30 Valley Street, Asheville, NC 28801. ASHEVILLE-BUNCOMBE AIR QUALITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS TENTATIVE […]
Sleep under the stars at Lake Julian Park
Press release from Buncombe County: Buncombe County Recreation Services is hosting a Campout at Lake Julian Park on Saturday, June 25. This annual event is part of the Great American Campout and is a great way for families, friends, and youth groups to come together and connect with nature for a fun and memorable night […]
Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation announces new trustee and advisors
Press release from Ridge Parkway Foundation: (Asheville, N.C., May 18, 2022) – The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation is proud to announce the appointment of a new member to the Board of Trustees and additions to its Council of Advisors. The new members will help provide leadership for the nonprofit organization, which is celebrating 25 years […]
35th Annual WLOS Operation Blood Drive supports urgent blood needs
Press release from American Red Cross Blood Services: ASHEVILLE, N.C. — The American Red Cross and WLOS News 13 urge donors of all blood types to donate. Individuals in Western North Carolina can roll up a sleeve at the 35th annual Operation Blood Drive on Thursday, June 30th in Asheville. American Legion Post 70 103 […]
In-person story time returns to Buncombe County Public Libraries
Press release from Buncombe County: In-person story time is back. Buncombe County Public Libraries (BCPL) is excited to announce librarians will start offering in-person story times the week of May 24. There will be story times for all ages spread out across the library system so you can find one that works for your schedule. There will […]
Memorial Day ceremony set for May 30 in Pack Square Park
Press release from city of Asheville: The city of Asheville and Buncombe County will host a Memorial Day Ceremony at 3:00 p.m. May 30, 2022 at the Roger McGuire Green in Pack Square Park. The ceremony will feature short readings by Brothers And Sisters Like These Veterans Writing Group who write to heal the wounds […]
Primary Election Update: Buncombe County 2 p.m. voter count
Press release from Buncombe County: The Primary Election is today, and the polls have been open since 6:30 a.m. As of 2 p.m., 12,695 voters have turned out bringing the total to more than 37,000 people who have now cast their votes in Buncombe County. More than 24,500 voters took advantage of early voting. You […]
Primary Election Update: Buncombe County 10 a.m. voter count
Press release from Buncombe County: The Primary Election is today, and the polls have been open since 6:30 a.m. As of 10 a.m., 4,548 voters have turned out bringing the total to more than 29,000 people who have now cast their votes in Buncombe County. More than 24,500 voters took advantage of early voting. You […]
CFWNC’s Pigeon River Fund awards $234,241 in Water Quality Grants
Press release from the Pigeon River Fund of The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina: The Pigeon River Fund of The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina (CFWNC) awarded ten grants totaling $234,241 to environmental groups working to improve surface water quality, enhance fish and wildlife habitats, expand public use and access to waterways and increase […]
State opens grant applications for heavy-duty diesel vehicle replacements
Press release from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality: The Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality (DAQ) is now accepting applications for the Clean Heavy-Duty Equipment and Vehicle Program under Phase 2 of the Volkswagen Mitigation plan. The Request for Proposals (RFP) released today details how to apply for the $12.9 million available […]
Grant Millin formally announces his 2022 Asheville City Council campaign
Press release from Grant Millin: Grant Millin has formally announced his 2022 Asheville city council campaign. The kind of solutions needed at city hall do not appear with a snap of one’s fingers. It took the amount of time it took me to really assess, once again, where city hall seems to be at these days. The upsides of change […]
The Asheville Firefighters for Literacy program soon recognizes winners!
Press release from the Asheville Fire Department: The Asheville Firefighters Association (Local 332) along with the Asheville Fire Department have teamed up once again to hold the Asheville Firefighters for Literacy program! Firefighters conduct read-aloud sessions with students at Estes Elementary while encouraging students to be more interested in reading and to set and reach […]
NOTICE: Transit Committee – rescheduled; to be held May 31
Press release from the city of Asheville: NOTICE: The Transit Committee meeting has been rescheduled from May 17 to now being held virtually on May 31 at 5:00 p.m.
Next formal City Council meeting – May 24
Press release from the city of Asheville: The next formal meeting of the Asheville City Council will be held on Tuesday, May 24, beginning at 5 p.m. Persons wishing to speak live at the meeting will be required to attend in person and must sign-up at the door. To accommodate those who do not yet […]