Press release from NC State Board of Elections: In-person early voting for the 2024 primary election begins Thursday, February 15, and runs through Saturday, March 2, at early voting locations across North Carolina. Statewide, more than 340 early voting sites will be open for early voting ahead of the March 5 primary election. Early voting has […]
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An Asheville ‘leaver’ checks in
“In fact, much of the ire now being aimed at the TDA — and tourism in general — merely echoes concerns about the tourism of a century ago, and the mismanagement and negligence of city government back then.”
Letter: There’s still plenty of crime in Asheville
“All of the above shows me there’s plenty of crime going on in Asheville, and in certain crime criteria, it’s escalating.”
Artist Connie Bostic made her mark on Asheville
“Asheville lost one of its greatest when Connie Bostic died last month. Connie was a creator, and Asheville was her beneficiary.”
BCSO returns downtown without formal partnership with APD
Inspired by a September letter from downtown businesses, which spurred numerous meetings between business owners and county leaders, Sheriff Quentin Miller deputized Chief Deputy Herbert Blake to put together a proposal to return deputies downtown on weekend nights. Patrols started Jan. 26, and are currently scheduled to run through June on Fridays and Saturdays, 10 p.m.-2 a.m.
Chamber of Commerce looks to year ahead
When Kit Cramer arrived at the Asheville Area Chamber of Commerce as president and CEO in 2010, Asheville’s downtown was the subject of much complaining about panhandling, trash and graffiti.
Fourteen years later, Asheville’s downtown is the subject of much complaining about panhandling, trash and graffiti. And the community is once again considering a BID.
Funding opportunities for Buncombe County’s Juvenile Crime Prevention Council’s programs available
Press release from Buncombe County: The Buncombe County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) is now accepting proposals for fiscal year 2024-25 with $73,357 in state funding for local nonprofits and public agencies working to serve youth involved in the juvenile justice system. The JCPC addresses the gaps in youth services by promoting intervention, treatment, and […]
Downtown residents talk about the pros and cons of urban living
The perspective of what it’s like downtown has been a bit of a roller coaster lately, with some lauding the plethora of local breweries, restaurants and local shops and others lamenting rising crime and affordability. Xpress spoke with four downtown residents to get a snapshot of the benefits and drawbacks of living in the core of Asheville, as well as their outlook for the future.
2024 Primary Voter Guide: Buncombe County Board of Commissioners District 1
In addition to the dizzying changes from redrawn district lines for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners, commissioner Jasmine Beach-Ferrara announced she would not seek reelection, creating one incumbent-free race.
2024 Primary Voter Guide: Asheville City Council
The Asheville City Council will have at least one new face after the 2024 election. Incumbents Sage Turner and Kim Roney are seeking reelection, but Vice Mayor Sandra Kilgore is not.
2024 Primary Voter Guide: N.C. District Court judge — District 40, Seats 6 & 7
Two of seven District Court judgeships in Buncombe County are open after Chief Judge J. Calvin Hill and Judge Andrea Dray chose not to seek reelection.
Asheville Police arrest man on felony probation charges
Press release from Asheville Police Department: Asheville, NC (January 26, 2024): Asheville Police Department detectives and officers, in conjunction with State Law Enforcement, partnered to arrest a wanted felony probation violator Wednesday morning on drug charges, multiple open warrants, and failing to appear in court on charges. Officers located Isaiah Cain Gregory Smith (12/14/1998) near […]
James and David Rowe achieve filmmaking dreams with ‘Breakwater’
The Asheville natives collaborated on the new thriller, which takes place and was filmed on the North Carolina coast.
Interim Police Chief Mike Lamb taps into insider knowledge
Having spent his entire career at the Asheville Police Department, few people understand the culture and history of Asheville like interim Chief Mike Lamb. Under his command, Lamb plans to strengthen the force’s collaboration with the community, the BCSO and residents.
Letter: We need a new plan, Asheville
“Our new interim police chief, Michael Lamb, City Manager Debra Campbell and the Council need to listen to a new plan so that Asheville can regain the national reputation it once had as the Eastern mountain destination.”
BCSO investigated and cleared three homicides in 2023
News release from the Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office: The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office investigated three homicides during 2023 and were able to bring charges in two of the investigations. The third investigation resulted in a determination of a murder/suicide. “First, let me say that we hope that the family and friends of these victims have […]
Year in Review: WNC poets and writers share their 2023 must-reads
To celebrate WNC’s 2023 literary accomplishments, Xpress reached out to writers Mildred Barya, Clint Bowman, Michael Hettich, Meagen Lucas and Brit Washburn. All five participants had new publications come out this year.
Year in Review: News about the local news, 2023
In 2023, several local outlets surged their news operations, bringing new resources, programs and reporters into the mix.
Year in Review: Readers offered views on downtown, infrastructure, plastic bans and more
Xpress readers engaged with a wide range of local issues in 2023 — from concerns about downtown Asheville to infrastructure priorities, a possible single-use plastic bag ban, education issues and more.
Year in Review: Public safety remains a hot-button topic
Community members offer thoughts on crime, panhandling and more in 2023.
APD arrests three on drug trafficking, drug, gun charges
Press release from Asheville Police Department: APD News Release- APD Arrests Three Drug Trafficking, Seize Handgun and Drugs Asheville, NC (December 22, 2023): Asheville Police Department Detectives and Officers partnered with State Law Enforcement to arrest three men Tuesday night dealing drugs while following up on community complaints of illegal drug activity in downtown communities. […]