January 29, 2010 – mountainx.com

Cranky Hanke’s Screening Room: Even a man who is pure in heart

April 6, 2014January 29, 2010 by Ken Hanke

In just two weeks the much anticipated and much delayed remake of The Wolf Man comes howling into town. With that in mind, it strikes me that maybe we should go ahead and take another look at the original—and allow enough time for anyone so inclined to actually watch or rewatch the 1941 parent film.

Asheville to suspend transit services at 6:30 p.m., and will close other programs because of snow

January 29, 2010 by Jon Elliston

In the face of 6 to 10 inches of expected snow, the city of Asheville has announced new closings and postponements

Pigeon River comment period extended

January 29, 2010 by Webmaster

After 400 people showed up for a Tues., Jan. 26, public hearing on a proposed water permit for the Evergreen Packaging plant in Canton, state officials have extended the comment period to Feb. 25.

Council to discuss domestic partnership benefits Feb. 9

January 29, 2010 by Brian Postelle

Asheville City Council member Gordon Smith plans to ask Council to move on equal benefits for same-sex city employees.

Entertainment cancellations for this weekend

January 29, 2010 by Alli Marshall

Updated for Saturday, Jan. 30: Due to snow forecasted locally (as well as storms in other parts of the country) a number of shows and events may be cancelled this weekend. Xpress will keep you up to date with the latest on closings as well as who’s still performing, serving, rocking and staying open.

Forsyth County commissioner prayer ruled unconstitutional; Buncombe next? Updated

January 29, 2010 by David Forbes

In a case that could have implications for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners invocation, a federal judge found Thursday that the use of a sectarian prayer to open a public meeting violates the First Amendment of the U.S.Constitution.

Asheville prepares for snow

January 29, 2010 by Alli Marshall

Following December’s big snow, Asheville has learned some lessons and may be more prepared for what this weekend might bring. Read on for schedule changes and tips for the storm.