I was disappointed to see Mayor Bellamy oppose City Council's decision to move forward with providing same-sex domestic-partners benefits. One hundred fifty years ago, her ancestors were held in slavery. Seventy years ago, members of my family were sent to concentration camps because they were Jewish. Was it wrong that our relatives were discriminated against … Read more
Well, it's yet another beautiful and cloudless winter day here in Asheville. The roads are clear, and there's not a drop of precipitation in the air. However, the city has still decided to once again cancel school? I'm glad that all the parents and caregivers of these fine children are unemployed and have a copious … Read more
As a Mountain Xpress reader for almost a decade, I want to commend you for improvements that I have seen in your publication. In style, design and organization, the paper has vastly improved; in content, it has become more appealing. However, I have to echo recent criticism of the Xpress regarding the Valentine's issue being … Read more
I am writing about an apparent employment issue that I am experiencing. It has to do with the background-check policy that is run by many employers both large and small. It appears that one's history of residency is a factor that alone can deny someone a job, even though they have a clean criminal history. … Read more
Beer recs for damsels: My Southern belle grandmother used to say ladies don't drink beer. Here's hoping the definition of "lady" has evolved since then to include beer-quaffing mamas like me. Photo by Anne Fitten Glenn Occasionally, I toss out some local beer recommendations. This one's geared toward novice beer drinkers and moms like me—those … Read more
