Xpress recently caught up with Renée White about her latest community award, as well as her ongoing work within her neighborhood and the need for community involvement.
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From Asheville Watchdog: How many doctors have left Mission? HCA won’t say
HCA declined repeated requests for the number of doctors who have left the Mission system since it took over in February 2019 and refuses to say how many doctors are on staff today, other than that the number is “relatively the same.” But Asheville Watchdog identified 223 doctors who appear to be no longer practicing there.
The Waters and Harvey Show celebrates a milestone
“We try to bring a little soul, a little blues and jazz to the conversation,” says Darin Waters, co-host of “The Waters and Harvey Show,” on BPR. “We try to show that the life of a scholar doesn’t have to be, and isn’t, boring.”
Asheville historic renovation efforts kick into full gear
To bring old buildings up to modern-day standards involves architectural assessments, electrical upgrades, plumbing revamps and structural repairs — challenges that many preservationists are now facing, and seeking to fund, as Asheville’s turn-of-the-century landmarks continue into their second hundred years.
Air ambulances save time, lives in WNC
On a June morning in 2020, 51-year-old Navy veteran, freelance writer and massage instructor Bettina Freese had just turned on the coffeemaker when she felt a sharp pain at the base of her skull. At first, she suspected a pinched nerve, but then the pain exploded in intensity. “I’ve had children, and it was more […]
Six-lane track unanimously approved for Memorial Stadium
Neighborhood residents had been asking for a new track as part of renovations to Memorial Stadium since 2017, after Asheville voters approved a $74 million bond issue in 2016.
Josh Wardrip’s debut novel combines style and substance
The recent transplant discusses his long journey to develop a distinct literary voice in “Forum.”
No violations of local nondiscrimination ordinances found so far
The number of complaints filed under nondiscrimination ordinances with city and county governments has yet to top 25, and it appears that no one has been found in violation of the rules so far. According to public records obtained by Xpress, Asheville had received five complaints as of January, and Buncombe County had gotten 17 as of early March.
Around Town: Punk rock compilation album seeks to raise awareness of naloxone
New album from Black Mountain’s Holy Crap Records aims to help prevent overdose deaths. Plus, new event highlights Brevard creators, workshop focuses on Cherokee mat weaving and local songwriter wins prestigious award.
What’s new in food: Strada Italiano and Social Lounge celebrates 10 years
On Sunday, March 27, Strada Italiano and Social Lounge celebrates its 10-year anniversary. Plus: Museum of the Cherokee Indian announces spring series with a focus on food sovereignty, Taco Bill expands eastward and more!
Local archivist discovers distant relative’s criminal history in WNC
On Thursday, March 24, 6-7 p.m., Western North Carolina Historical Association will host Katherine Cutshall for a live Zoom talk about her research, West End Women: Liquor, Labor and Love in New Deal Urban Appalachia.
Amendment promotes healthy communities and the environment
“Development in places with preexisting infrastructure is a crucial strategy for combating sprawl.”
From CPP: ARPA funds helping Buncombe nonprofits recover from pandemic
Eighteen nonprofits aiding mountain residents with services like housing, diapers, food, the arts, education and advocacy receiving more than $13.9 million of Buncombe County’s ARPA funding.
Working families struggle to find affordable child care
Even in the best of times, working parents must strive every day to balance family and professional responsibilities. But the COVID-19 pandemic has made that already difficult situation much, much harder — and women workers have borne the brunt of it. As the pandemic closes out its second year, many working parents feel “a pretty […]
Letter: Make your home a safer place for youths
“Over half of Buncombe County residents we surveyed in our 2021 Underage Drinking Survey said they feel that underage drinking is a problem here.”
Letter: Democracy calls for public meetings
” If City Council is loyal and controlled by Putin or sidekick Trump, then ‘check-in’ is the way to go.”