It’s the grope, not the dope

Despite the recent prominence of local methamphetamine labs in the news — and a nationally reported link between meth use and increased risk of AIDS — the number of new AIDS cases reported in Buncombe County has held steady, and unprotected sex remains the primary risk factor for area residents. Dr. Douglas Richman of the … Read more

Letters to the editor

Flag thief also stole faith We want the unknown person(s) who stole our U.S. flag, flying from the porch of our home July Fourth, to please return it — no questions asked. This flag, which had been flown over the U.S. Capitol, was given to us by Rep. Charles Taylor’s office in memory of our … Read more

We need a common vision to solve Civic Center woes

As I meet with folks in our community, I hear many suggestions about the Civic Center. Some say tear it down; the Heery Report (the city’s adopted conceptual plan) recommends remodeling it and replacing some parts. Some city officials have proposed building a new facility on the river. Others argue for a site on Broadway … Read more

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