Some thoughts on the death of George Floyd & recent protests
The horrifying death of George Floyd has set in motion events that could alter our nation’s future forever. Either for the betterment or destruction of our country.
136 year old patriotic tradition forced to take the year off
The oldest continual community Fourth of July celebration in the state has been canceled, the 136th year of the event at the Beech community.
Hale chosen as Rodeo Queen for the state by NHSRA
The National High School Rodeo Association (NHSRA) recently announced its winner for the North Carolina High School Rodeo Queen, and she’s a local from Weaverville.
New bill would reopen gyms and bars, governor hints at a veto
The NC Senate plans to vote Tuesday, June 9, on legislation that would reopen gyms, bars, and expand in-person dining at restaurants.
Public Parks Open Up Cautiously
Parks in Asheville and Hendersonville are open, including dog parks, outdoor courts, fields, boat accesses and fishing ponds.
Small town join protests, but no rioting ensues
According to Weaverville Police Chief Ron Davis, there were about 75 citizens who attended a demonstration over the death of George Floyd at the hands of a Minnesota police officer Thursday evening (June 4) on Main Street in Weaverville, which lasted from 5 pm - 7 pm.
Marcie and Scooby-Doo to the Rescue with Treats
Marcie Molton Burlett is among local teachers who are making memorable bonding with students nearing summer vacation.
A night out on the town with protestors & police
What started as a peaceful protest on a Sunday afternoon (May 31) by demonstrators over the death of George Floyd turned into riots over a series of nights after that ending in vandalism, rubber bullets, tear gas and arrests.
The Under-Sung Story of Deregulation in COVID Relief
It seemed reopening the economy while the government is broke would have been a perfect storm for activists wanting to deregulate or re-privatize sectors of the economy now managed by government overreach.
Kirk I. Swenson Named Vice Chancellor for University Advancement at UNC Asheville
UNC Asheville has appointed Kirk I. Swenson as the University’s next vice chancellor for University advancement.