Staff Reports
The Asheville Coalition for Public Safety Speaks Out
Editor’s Note: This was written by Bailey Stockwell. Good afternoon, Council and Commissioners, We hope the below will effectively convey some of our thoughts on the latest National Alliance to End Homelessness presentation. The recommendations are printed in bold, and our collective thoughts are highlighted afterwards in yellow. We feel this appears to be an […]
Asheville’s First Run of 2023!
Sleep in on January 1, 2023, then go to Pack Square to start the year off well! Your first healthy resolve may be completed in a New Year’s Resolution Run, whether you run, walk, or crawl! The New Year’s Resolution Run 5K and 10K, now in its ninth year, will begin in Asheville’s downtown on […]
City of Asheville Diverts Funds Meant for the Poor
According to a local watchdog group called WNC Citizens for Equality, the City of Asheville transferred hundreds of thousands of public money meant for legal help for the needy to a private organization linked to Vice Mayor Sheneika Smith.
Asheville-based Crossfire Ministries Celebrating 30 Years
Randy Shepherd celebrates three decades of ministry of service to its community. n
North Buncombe Student Awarded $10k Scholarship
the SECU Foundation, funded a $10,000 four-year college scholarship for Ella Kopp, a senior at North Buncombe High School.
Are Public Schools Too “Woke’ for Children?
What is keeping the interest level so high in homeschooling?
The Wyeths: Three Generations
A new exhibit at the Asheville Art Museum showcases three generations of artistic talent. The collection is a comprehensive display of works by N.C. Wyeth, one of America’s most acclaimed illustrators.
Mercy Urgent Care Expands Operating Hours
Mercy Urgent Care is expanding operating hours at its locations throughout Western North Carolina. These new hours will go into effect on Sunday, Feb. 27.
We Have Our Southern Indoor Champs
The Southern Indoor Tennis Championships were played at Asheville Racquet Club south, this past weekend Feb 4-6.
Republicans Questioning Cooper Over Clean Energy Order
Three Republican lawmakers are questioning the legality and affordability of Gov. Roy Cooper’s latest executive action on clean energy, including how to pay for bridge and road repairs if electric vehicles replace gas-powered vehicles.