Paying their respects: Billy Graham speaks at the opening of his library in Charlotte earlier this year. Three former presidents — George H.W. Bush, Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton — were there to speak of their admiration for him. Photo By Cecil Bothwell In the weeks after John F. Kennedy won one of the closest […]
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The other drug option
I’m writing about the letter from Radix Y. Faruq [“Taking Crime Personally,” Sept. 12]. Unfortunately, the common-sense solution to Asheville’s crime problem lies in Washington, D.C.—not Asheville or any other city or town in the United States. Since the vast majority of all of our violent crime and property crime is caused by our drug-prohibition […]
Impeach with compassion
The recent letter by Dr. Robert D. Phillips [“We’re All Part of This Problem,” Sept. 26] had some interesting and no doubt accurate observations about the dysfunctions of the American family and the Bush family. Surely Mr. Bush’s flaws are ours as well, in varying degrees. And yes, we are all complicit in our society […]
Asheville City Council
With little commotion, the Asheville City Council rezoned Montford Commons on Sept. 25. The roughly 10-acre, 220-unit residential and commercial development on the edge of the historic district will now fall under the “urban village” designation, which allows for higher-density residential areas. Signing up: As its stores grow larger, Ingles argues it warrants more signage. […]
Candidate: Selina D. Sullivan
Political party: Republican Occupation: Accountant, Biltmore Farms Education: B.S. business administration/management, Shaw University Political experience: Served on Planning and Zoning Commission Donors (top 3): Victor Babaoff $2,320 ($1,600 of which is office space); Pam Farris $1,220; John McLeod Jr. $1,000 Endorsements: “None yet. But I’m hoping that will change.” 1) What are the best and […]
Local panel tackles freedom to dissent and proposed police oversight
The harm caused by Tasers, the conduct of local law enforcement—especially in African-American communities—and the possible creation of a citizen’s oversight board were all topics of sometimes heated discussion at an ACLU-sponsored forum on dissent held Sept. 27. The forum, at UNCA’s Highsmith Center, turned out a crowd of some 150 people. The American Civil […]
Candidate: Jan Davis (incumbent)
Political party: Democrat Occupation: Business owner (Jan Davis Tire Store) Education: Attended Western Carolina University Political experience: Asheville Planning & Economic Development Committee, Public Safety Committee, Boards & Commissions Committee, Downtown Commission, WNC Regional Air Quality Agency, Historic Resources Commission, Planning and Zoning Commission, Civic Center Commission, Tree Commission Donors (top 3): Jerry Sternberg $1,000; […]
Forensics sleuth goes to school
The Asheville Police Department’s Steve Branson teaches local students that there’s more to crime-fighting forensics than they see on TV.
The Brave One
The Story: A talk-show host turns vigilante when her fiancé is murdered by a gang of thugs. The Lowdown: A complex, disturbing, beautifully crafted film that examines the cancer of vengeance-seeking on a personal level.
Digital citizenship
Not so long ago, paying parking tickets or fees or getting permits from the city of Asheville or Buncombe County involved a trip (or two) downtown. But increasingly, that’s not the case, thanks to the extensive “e-gov” functions now available on both the city and county Web sites. Asheville 2.0: City of Asheville IT Services […]
Cranky Hanke and the Prince of Sleaze
Xpress movie critic Ken Hanke goes one-on-one with film legend John Waters.
The distinguished merchant of sleaze
The faint of heart and the delicate of sensibility had better run for the hills. John Waters—the self-proclaimed “Prince of Puke” (who actually included a recipe for cinematic vomit in his book Shock Value)—is coming to town for an appearance at UNCA, following a retrospective of four of his movies. The crown prince of smart […]
“Two Worlds” reflects a deeper picture
The article “Two Boys, Two Worlds” [Aug. 22] happens to be an excellent example of investigative reporting, true journalism. We are constantly hearing of the crimes brought to our neighborhoods by illegals. How they “wear” on the medical and financial systems of this country. How Americans are sick of being used by this so-called group. […]
Neglecting man’s best friend
It is very disturbing to drive around Marion and witness the all-too-common “dog cages” where the family pet is relegated. In some cases where one sees the same dog day after day, it’s a pretty safe bet the animal enjoys no family contact, and this is simply heartbreaking. It makes one wonder why folks even […]
Taking crime personally
On Friday night, Aug. 31, a group of residents in the South French Broad neighborhood were to meet for a civilian patrol when we were seriously outnumbered by participating officers who work in our district. The other two residents and myself were honored to see eight officers show up and offer their support as we […]
Serial Mom
Serial Mom will be shown Tuesday, Sept. 18, at 8 p.m. at UNCA's Humanities Lecture Hall.
“Interesting folks”
The Official 2007 Visitor Guide to Asheville, published by the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority, counts Lexington Avenue as a downtown attraction. “Asheville in one word? Funky,” advises the guide. “The area around the intersection of Walnut and Lexington, known as ‘Lower Lex,’ is a nexus for offbeat clothing boutiques, coffeehouses, music stores and an […]
Tess Harper to be honored at Asheville Film Festival
Tess Harper, an Oscar- and Golden Globe-nominated actress with a 24-year career in film, will be honored with the Career Achievement Award at this year’s Asheville Film Festival, which runs Nov. 8 to 11. Welcome back: Oscar nominee Tess Harper, shown here in Loggerheads — part of which was filmed in Asheville — returns in […]
Teach protestors a lesson
Over the past several weeks, I have been astounded by the [incidents of] local protestors who have been arrested or assaulted by the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Department and the Asheville Police Department. I am speaking, of course, about our infamous flag criminals, the Kuhns of West Asheville, and the more recent arrest of Mr. Jonas […]
Balls of Fury
The Story: A long-retired Ping-Pong champ is chosen to enter an underground Ping-Pong tournament in order to take down an evil crime lord. The Lowdown: An overall substandard comedy with little going for it other than a few decent bits from Christopher Walken.
Death Sentence
The Story: A father seeks revenge against the gang responsible for his son's murder. The Lowdown: Preposterous clichés, an unbelievable script and a complete lack of focus sink this tale of vigilante justice.