Four Education Hall of Famers Honored
Local educators gathered last week to honor four of their own.
Dispatch Report Contradicts Buncombe Sheriff Office’s Exoneration
The complaint alleged that the Sheriff's Public Information Director Sarver distributed misinformation by claiming that the incident never happened, but the investigation found that the allegation was not supported by sufficient evidence.
Council Wants Larger Strategic Partnership Fund
Some members of Asheville City Council foresaw that demand for public dollars will always outstrip supply, so they recommended setting aside more for disbursement to local nonprofits. They also want to be more generous toward builders of affordable housing, but it's been difficult for developers to discover the formula.
Two Trees Planted on Arbor Day in Weaverville
Two trees were planted in the town of Weaverville on Ardor Day (Friday, April 28) this year. One in honor of former Mayor Al Root (in picture) for his work on recovering a historical book that was stolen from the Dry Ridge Museum, and the other in honor of former Councilwoman Dottie Sherrill. Photo by […]
Rockwell – WW I Soldier, Aviator: First Pilot To Down Enemy Plane
One of the first fighter pilots to ever shoot down a plane is remembered with a historical marker in Asheville.
Town Budget Rises 18.4%, No Property Tax Increase
Coffey also recommends an increase in pay for the mayor of $7,800 annually (up $3,600) and $4,800 for council members (up $1,800). Her budget includes a two percent increase in pay for employees.
Council: Add Solar & Bike Lanes
Asheville City Council has taken several measures to encourage the construction of more affordable housing, but when proposals are submitted, they tend to request cost-adding modifications like solar panels and multimodal infrastructure.
Looking for a Haystack in a Pile of Dirty Needles
The chances of encountering a used syringe in Asheville are going up, as reflected by the Buncombe County Health Department numbers, but the occurrence of finding needles is also spreading outside of the downtown area. One mother is calling out the mayor and city council to do something.
Kids “Busy Bee” Scavenger Hunt at North Asheville Tailgate Market
Be sure to bring the kids to the Asheville Tailgate Market on Saturday, May 13th, for a fun, educational scavenger hunt.
Blessing of the Bikes at Mills River Presbyterian Church
Mills River Presbyterian Church will hold a Blessing of the Bikes for motorbikes, bicycles, and children's tricycles on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at 10:30 a.m.Blessing of the Bikes at Mills River Presbyterian Church