Asheville’s Gender Resolutions
Asheville City Council had two resolutions on their consent agenda clarifying how the city's nondiscrimination ordinances and policies apply in the context of hot topics. One was tabled for more wordsmithing and the other passed unanimously.
Micah Mauls the Ball, Rams Sink Vikings
Micah Simpson homered in both T.C. Roberson semifinal round wins and pitched in most of the series opener, to thwart a Viking invasion.
Max(on) Effort Propels West to State Soccer Semifinal
The historic 2022-23 West Henderson sports year took another swing for immortality as the Lady Falcons made this their finest soccer season ever.
Erwin Warriors Receive Awards And Honors
The ceremony proceeded with great enthusiasm as more than 40 awards were presented to the deserving seniors.
Citizens Say Parking Garages Not Handicap Accessible
Citizens are complaining that Asheville's downtown parking garages are not handicap-friendly. A typical scenario involved a disabled elderly woman having somebody park in her monthly spot, leaving her to park on the seventh floor, only to find the elevator was broken down, again.
Budget, Development Fees Take Center Stage at Meeting
"I've been against them [pay raises for council]. I don't know how the council feels about them," said Nagle. He was joined by Vice Mayor Jeff McKenna, who responded, "I'm not very positive on them either.
College Helped Foster Education When Options Were Limited
One such institution was Weaver College, which emerged two years before the Town of Weaverville received its official charter.
Falcons Slaughter Grizzlies, Advance to State Finals
West Henderson Falcons dealt Oak Grove Grizzlies a grisly end to their season, winning the series finale in a ten-run slaughter.
Whitmire Arrest: APD Officers Exonerated After Body Cam Video Released
DA Todd Williams stated, "I have determined that at this time, there is no probable cause that an excessive use of force by law enforcement officers occurred that would require referral of this arrest to the NC SBI for criminal investigation.”
The Construction of Swannanoa Railway Tunnel: A Shocking History
Dr. Dan Pierce, Professor of history at UNC-A, spoke to the Leadership Asheville Forum of the human tragedy which surrounded the construction of the Swannanoa Railroad Tunnel and the RAIL Memorial Project.