“Our local West Village Market & Deli, also on Haywood, offers a myriad of organic, local and non-GMO products, and has a cafe that reflects those values.”
Letter: Beware of canine diet trend
“Due to the large, devoted dog-owning population in Asheville, it is important that owners are aware of an alarming health trend.”
Letter: Flatiron Building should not become hotel
“It appears by the article in the paper that changing to a hotel will be hurting many small businesses as they ‘close’ in the Flatiron Building. That is a real loss to Asheville.”
Letter: WNC can be part of climate change solution
“Let’s work together to show the world that Asheville truly is the Climate City!”
Letter: For the love of Azalea Dog Park
“Because the park is in a flood zone, a permanent fix may indeed be difficult. But in the meantime, surely something could be done to make the park usable.”
Letter: EMS decision may be wise one for Buncombe
“This is a wise decision by the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners if the Medic private EMS service contract is structured to best service Medicare beneficiaries.”
Letter: Let’s recognize that we are all humans
“We cannot lose ourselves to the oversimplification of differing political ideologies to the point where we no longer recognize that we are all humans and that we have much more in common than we often choose to recognize.”
Letter: Amen’s diversity celebration delivered
“Rah Amen is fundraising to create more concerts, inviting people to come together in celebration of humanity, diversity and acceptance. Check the Ambrose West calendar and don’t miss the next one!”
Letter: Think outside the box for education funding
“It would be appreciated if our community leaders will publicly commit to donating to our public schools as well. The local elite can make the most significant push in raising educational supplements.”
Letter: Asheville forums address health care reform
“On Wednesday, April 10, Wendell Potter, former vice president of communications for health insurance giant Cigna, will speak on Transforming Healthcare in America at two public forums in Asheville.”
Letter: Fear of ganja
“Whether people use or care about the use of cannabis products for entertainment and enjoyment, it’s helpful to see how less frantic, media-controlled people live with its existence.”
Letter: In defense of expert movie reviews
“Why should we continue to gain our astrological insight from the heavy-handed authority of Rob Brezsny?”
Letter: Local vets celebrate peace, not NATO
“Instead of celebrating NATO’s anniversary, a growing coalition of individuals and organizations, including members of the local chapter of Veterans for Peace in Asheville, are calling attention to the issue of peace rather than bombing others.”
Letter: Hearing loss and tinnitus should be addressed ASAP
“A related condition that can be disabling is tinnitus, the sound individuals hear that others don’t. This is the focus of a meeting offered by the Asheville Chapter of The Hearing Loss Association of America at Care Partners at 10:15 a.m. on April 3.”
Letter: Bare feet pose no threat
“The feet of anyone choosing to be barefoot are no threat whatsoever to anyone around them.”
Letter: Another reason to tax the rich
“If we want to tax the rich, we need a movement to tax the rich that can stand independently of promised welfare programs like free tuition or better special education.”
Letter: What’s up with ‘Black Girl Magic’?
“But, I feel strongly that we must be careful of our word usage, especially writing for a newspaper where your ‘voice’ is the words you use.”
Letter: Help expand local students’ horizons
“This amazing trip is a huge undertaking for teachers and staff, but it is a labor of love, one that the school community embraces and feels is a necessary learning and life experience for all of our wonderfully deserving students.”
Letter: Thanks for commitment to local journalism
“You have all played a very important role in shaping Asheville as it has grown and changed. Your commitment to local makes a huge difference in our little town.”
Letter: Requiem for the former Movies section
“Recently, in my opinion, each week the reviews contain less content and depth.”
Letter: Leaving the people at the Democratic altar
“I know Asheville is Democratic territory, but I think if you studied the platforms the Democratic Party celebrates, you would be dismayed and sickened by the things they propose.”