May 14, 2008 – mountainx.com

Medford trial endgame: verdict expected Thursday

May 14, 2008 by David Forbes

Defense attorneys for former Buncombe County Sheriff Bobby Medford and former reserve Capt. Guy Penland finished up their closing arguments today. Prosecutors shot back—and a verdict is expected tomorrow.

Crime and punishment in Buncombe County

May 14, 2008 by Kent Priestley

The Buncombe County Sheriff’s Office has released its 2007 report.

Suspended Jackson County teacher makes his case on YouTube

May 14, 2008 by Nelda Holder

Jackson County teacher Doug Ward explains his refusal to give a sure-to-fail student the required end-of-grade test.

City Council: Swannanoa incorporation approval delayed

May 14, 2008 by Hal L. Millard

Swannanoa’s march to become an incorporated town will have to wait a little longer after City Council on May 13 postponed its approval of the controversial proposal.

Second Downtown Master Plan meeting on Thursday

May 14, 2008 by Brian Postelle

The second in a series of meetings on a new downtown master plan for Asheville will be held Thursday evening.

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Prosecution’s closing argument: “They all say, ‘Money to Medford’”

May 14, 2008 by David Forbes

The prosecution in the federal corruption trial of former Buncombe County Sheriff Bobby Medford presented their closing argument today, asserting that the evidence against the former sheriff and one of his deputies is overwhelming.

The Botanical Gardens at Asheville

March 20, 2015May 14, 2008 by Webmaster

The Botanical Gardens at Asheville is a 10-acre green expanse located within the city at 151 W.T. Weaver Boulevard next to UNCA. Operated mainly through volunteer power, the organization dedicates itself to the study and promotion of native plants and habitats of the Southern Appalachians. “We’re so fortunate to have this beautiful garden in Asheville,” … Read more

Border Fence Battle

May 14, 2008 by Molton

Obama’s Travels