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Buncombe district races move new faces toward fall election
Voters and candidates explored uncharted territory in the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners May 8 primary, as a change to district elections that was mandated last year by the N.C. General Assembly went into effect. Under the new system, the county was divided into three commissioner districts; the top two vote-getters from each party on […]
Buncombe commissioners preview: Balancing the budget
The roughly $337 million Buncombe County budget proposal for the fiscal year that begins July 1 avoids any property-tax increases, relying instead on $8.3 in reserve funds and an improving economy.
Not just for cyclists anymore: Strive Not to Drive goes multimodal
Amid changes to Asheville’s transit system and growing momentum for building more greenways, organizers of this year’s Strive Not to Drive are hoping to shine a bright light on local alternatives to driving alone in our cars.
Child Watch Tour emphasizes importance of early childhood education
About 75 people attended this year’s annual Child Watch Tour that emphasized the importance of a child’s first 2000 days — the length of time between when a child is born and enrolls in kindergarten. Currently, 1,068 children are on the waiting list for subsidized child care in Buncombe County. (photo by Caitlin Byrd)
The results: Buncombe County races
Want to know who won in the May 8 primary for Buncombe County races, including the Board of Commissioners and Register of Deeds primaries? Check here.
A new hotel?
More commercial development is on the way for a spot in Oteen, thanks to a unanimous rezoning decision by the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners at its May 1 meeting. At the urging of property owner H.P. Patel, a vacant 1.78-acre parcel at 1501 Tunnel Road was rezoned from R–2 (Residential District) to CS (Commercial […]
Land of Sky Regional Council hosts a community meeting
Land of Sky Regional Council is currently shepherding a 20-year planning process for the five county region of Buncombe, Henderson, Haywood, Madison and Transylvania called GroWNC. By looking at existing regional and local plans and extensive public input, this initiative strives to look for implementable action in the fields of Economic Development, Energy, Health, Housing, […]
Where should the green go?
Buncombe County government wants your input on where to locate new greenways.
More than 22,000 cast early votes in Buncombe County before primary
According to Carolina Transparency — a vote-tracking initiative of the Raleigh-based Civitas Institute — 22,752 residents have already cast their primary votes. The regular election is scheduled for Tuesday, May 8.
Who’s on the ballot? The May 8 primary candidates for the Asheville area
With at least 30 possible ballot variations in Buncombe County alone, there’s a dizzying array of choices for candidates. Here’s a short list.
J.B. Howard, Republican, candidate for chair, Buncombe County Board of Commissioners
J.B. Howard responds to the Xpress questionnaire.
Glenda Weinert, Republican, candidate for chair, Buncombe County Board of Commissioners
Glenda Weinert responds to the Xpress questionnaire.
Milton Byrd, Democrat, candidate for chair, Buncombe County Board of Commissioners
Milton Byrd responds to the Xpress questionnaire.
Michelle Pace Wood, Democrat, candidate for District 3, Buncombe County Commissioners
Party Democrat Slogan Your Voice For Jobs Profession Small Business Owner Residence Candler Funding Report to be filed soon. Top donors are Ben Pace ($1,000) and Jamie Pace ($1,000). Endorsements None 1. Do you favor A) creating a regional water authority, B) giving the existing system to the Metropolitan Sewerage District or C) leaving it […]
David King, Republican, candidate for District 3, Buncombe County Commissioners
Linda Southard, Republican, candidate for District 3, Buncombe County Commissioners
Party Republican Slogan Elect a Citizen, Not a Politician Profession Businesswoman and successful entrepreneur Residence Candler Funding Mostly self-funded. Endorsements Buncombe County Board of Education member Lisa Baldwin, Buncombe Forward 1. Do you favor A) creating a regional water authority, B) giving the existing system to the Metropolitan Sewerage District or C) leaving it under […]
David Gantt, Democrat, candidate for chair, Buncombe County Board of Commissioners
David Gantt responds to the Xpress questionnaire.
Terry Van Duyn, Democrat, candidate for District 3, Buncombe County Commissioners
Mike Fryar, Republican, candidate for District 2, Buncombe County Commissioners
Party: Republican Slogan: “Common Sense Solutions” Profession: Small-business owner, former race-car engine builder Residence: Fairview Funding: Top donors are Roy and Becky Ramsey ($750), James Young ($750), Mark Delk ($500), Linsey and Teresa DeBruhl ($250), Mark Meadows ($250), Kelly & Miranda DeBruhl ($250), Albert Sneed ($250) Endorsements: Nathan Ramsey, former chairman, Buncombe County Board of […]
Keith Young, Democrat, candidate for District 1, Buncombe County
