Crohn’s Disease Isn’t Funny But Robin Plemmons Is!
“Spread Eagle” will find the comedy in Crohn’s, a chronic inflammatory bowel disease that affects the entire GI tract.
Madison County Arts Holiday Sale
The annual Madison County Arts Council member artist Holiday Sale is a favorite holiday treat in downtown Marshall. For 2023 it has grown into a four-week long event. “The sale is always so fun,” says Erich Hubner, MCAC Program Director. “The Arts Center is transformed into a wonderful store filled with treasures from local artists […]
Whitesides: Reparations Committee Insults My Ancestors
When Buncombe County's Assistant Manager DK Wesley told the commissioners the Community Reparations Commission wanted to extend its life anywhere from eight months to two years, Al Whitesides said he had watched their meetings inasmuch he could tolerate them, and it was time to hand their responsibilities off to more capable hands.
ACR Alum Rico Dowdle Scores TD on Thanksgiving
Former A.C. Reynolds rushing superstar Rico Dowdle is emerging on “America’s Team,” the Dallas Cowboys, while Asheville’s Eku Leota now plays for the home state Charlotte Panthers.
Weaverville Annexes Developments Containing 700+ Housing Units
More than 700 new dwellings were approved for annexation and zoning in several developments at this month's Weaverville Town Council meeting.
Do Prices Justify Training a New Hauler?
Citing inflationary forces, Waste Pro has asked the Buncome County Commissioners to accept a change in their contract to allow incremental rate increases. The commissioners responded with a vote to open a request for proposals for upset bids. Waste Pro's representative, Chip Gingles, however, remains confident that the county will not find another hauler that knows the county and can provide the level of customization that Waste Pro can.
Crime is Not Dropping in Buncombe County
Local leaders in Asheville and Buncombe County are accused of manipulating statistics and downplaying the severity of the crime problem, while rising incidents of violent crimes, sexual assault, and armed robbery contradict the claim of a drop in crime rates, highlighting the challenges faced by an understaffed Asheville Police Department.
Blues Repeat as State Champs; Falcons Bow Out
West Henderson’s best-ever football season ended with a loss at Hickory in round four on Friday, but there is a local state gridiron champion in the Asheville School Blues.
Town Says Goodbye To Three Council Members
For three members, Tuesday's council meeting was their last, as new members will be sworn in at the first of the December meeting
Tryon hosts Christmas Stroll, holiday events
The Town of Tryon will host the annual Christmas Stroll on Friday, December 1 to kick off the holiday season.