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Five Republicans square off in local primary contests

March 9, 2016March 8, 2016 by Max Hunt

Two hotly contested local races for seats in the N.C. General Assembly feature various Republicans jockeying for a spot on the November ballot. The March 15 primary includes two Republican contenders for the state House’s 115th District and three for the Senate’s 48th District.

Buncombe County primary voter guide 2016

March 9, 2016March 8, 2016 by Xpress Staff

The 2016 Mountain Xpress Primary Voter Guide asks local candidates who they are, where they stand on issues and how they would govern. The guide covers only those candidates for the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners who’ll appear on the primary ballot.

Small bites: Great American Vegan Chili Cook-Off

March 9, 2016March 8, 2016 by Kat McReynolds

Full Circle Farm Sanctuary is holding its second vegan chili cook-off with entries from professional and amateur chefs; Folkmoot’s programming includes a community dinner celebrating the food and dance of India; Hops & Vines explores single hop beers at a free workshop; and Chai Pani’s Kids Eat Free program is replaced by a new method of giving.

Theater review: The Government Inspector

March 8, 2016 by Timothy Burkhardt

Just in time for election season, Anam Cara Theatre Company’s production of The Government Inspector has hit the stage at Toy Boat Community Artspace. The play, a highly entertaining comedy-of-errors, is an adaptation of a 19th century Russian satire by Nicholi Gogol.

Five Republicans square off in local primary contests

Buncombe County primary voter guide 2016

Theater review: The Government Inspector

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