“Brevity,” wrote Shakespeare, “is the soul of wit.” That particular bit of wisdom, however, isn’t generally reflected in Asheville City Council meetings, which typically drag on and on, leaving those in attendance at — well, at their wits’ end. But The Bard would probably have approved of the Oct. 12 formal session, which clocked in … Read more
Vote for four. The candidates are Mark Crawford, Republican; David Gantt, Democrat; Mike Harrison, Republican; Mike Morgan, Republican; Carol Weir Peterson, Democrat; Bill Reynolds, Republican; Bill Stanley, Democrat; and David Young, Democrat. Mike Harrison Age: 58Address: 252 Martins Creek Road, BarnardsvilleOccupation: Business consultant for IBMYears in Buncombe County: 5Education: Master’s degree in science, Central Michigan … Read more
Keever’s integrity trumps single-issue concerns I read with great interest the letter to the editor [“Placating the Masses…,” Oct. 6] written by James Dennis of Asheville on the subject of gay marriage and the congressional race here in the 11th District. While I was moved by his situation and am in full agreement with Mr. … Read more
The politics of news Asheville-based television station WLOS has confirmed that it will air a controversial documentary about Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry as ordered by Sinclair Broadcast Group — which counts WLOS among the 62 television stations it owns, operates or provides services to nationwide. Sinclair has ordered all its stations to pre-empt regular … Read more
When North Carolina’s first Constitution was enacted in 1776, the revolutionary mood of the day fostered a “profound distrust of the executive,” causing the center of power to be vested in the Legislature, according to a historical narrative written by John L. Sanders for the State Library. Back then, the governor was chosen by the … Read more
Just about everybody knows there’s a presidential election on Nov. 2 — and by this time, most folks probably know who they’re voting for in that race. They may be more hazy about the candidates in other races, but at least the offices that are up for grabs are, for the most part, readily comprehensible. … Read more
Personnel shortages, new buildings, funding, testing, No Child Left Behind; the county school board faces the same issues highlighted nationally, plus a few of our own. From English as a second language to coming up with money for nurses and new schools, the Buncombe County Board of Education makes the decisions that affect our children … Read more
Vote for four. The candidates are Mark Crawford, Republican; David Gantt, Democrat; Mike Harrison, Republican; Mike Morgan, Republican; Carol Weir Peterson, Democrat; Bill Reynolds, Republican; Bill Stanley, Democrat; and David Young, Democrat. David Young Age: 44Address: 172 Wembley Road, AshevilleOccupation: Owns Fugazy TravelYears in Buncombe County: 18Education: Bachelor’s degree, UNC-Chapel HillPolitical party: DemocratPolitical experience: County … Read more
Vote for four. The candidates are Mark Crawford, Republican; David Gantt, Democrat; Mike Harrison, Republican; Mike Morgan, Republican; Carol Weir Peterson, Democrat; Bill Reynolds, Republican; Bill Stanley, Democrat; and David Young, Democrat. Bill Stanley Age: 75Address: 21 Valle Vista Drive, AshevilleOccupation: Retired school administratorYears in Buncombe County: 47Education: Master’s degree in biology, Appalachian State UniversityPolitical … Read more
Vote for four. The candidates are Mark Crawford, Republican; David Gantt, Democrat; Mike Harrison, Republican; Mike Morgan, Republican; Carol Weir Peterson, Democrat; Bill Reynolds, Republican; Bill Stanley, Democrat; and David Young, Democrat. Bill Reynolds Age: 65Address: 586 Old U.S. 70, SwannanoaOccupation: Self-employed (delivery service)Years in Buncombe County: 32Education: Attended University of South Carolina (didn’t graduate)Political … Read more
