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Amendment One loses locally, but wins state ***UPDATED***
The controversial Amendment One, declaring “that marriage between one man and one woman is the only domestic legal union that shall be valid or recognized” in North Carolina, won statewide last night, despite losing in Asheville and other urban centers throughout the state.
The results: Congressional races
Statehouse Rep. Patsy Keever beat Asheville Mayor Terry Bellamy in the 10th Congressional District Democratic primary and incumbent Republican Patrick McHenry beat his challengers to represent his party again on the fall ballot. This post includes results and information about both the 10th and 11th congressional district primary races.
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.
Primary 2012: Election news and updates
It’s a busy day in North Carolina news rooms. With the first stage of the governor’s race, two congressional primaries, local races, and the much-debated Amendment One on the ballot, turnout is expected to be high. Follow the news via Twitter at #avlelect, and check here for dispatches as they come in. Photo by Max Cooper.
Xpress’ election guide
There’s a slew of candidates (and a very controversial constitutional amendment) on the ballot. Here’s Xpress’ guide to today’s elections, including candidate questionnaires and an analysis of Amendment One.
Election day: Come out of your shell and vote
He made the time. You can too.
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 […]
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
Holly Jones, Democrat, candidate for District 1, Buncombe County Commissioners
Holly Jones responds to the Xpress questionnaire.
Bothwell slams Rogers over payday loan industry donations
With election day, May 8, approaching fast, Cecil Bothwell is bashing his main rival in the 11th Congressional District Democratic primary, Hayden Rogers, for taking campaign donations from the payday loan industry.
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 […]
Bill Reynolds, Republican, candidate for Buncombe County District 2
Bill Reynolds Party: Republican Slogan: “Less Government Control” Profession: Owner of mail service Residence: Black Mountain Funding: $600-$700 raised. Pledged to raise no more than $1,000 for his campaign. Endorsements: None reported 1. Do you favor A) creating a regional water authority, B) giving the existing system to the Metropolitan Sewerage District or C) leaving […]
Ellen Frost, Democrat, candidate for District 2, Buncombe County
Ellen Frost Party: Democrat Slogan: None. Profession: Owner and manager, Bed and Biscuit pet spa Residence: Black Mountain Funding: $5,000 total, as of April 23; three top donors ($500 each) are Don Collins, Joe Eckert, Tom Sobol. Endorsements: Sierra Club 1. Do you favor A) creating a regional water authority, B) giving the existing system […]