November 4, 2016 – mountainx.com

… like cats and dogs

November 4, 2016 by Brent Brown

District 2, Buncombe County Board of Commissioners: Fryar vs. Nehls Nelson

November 4, 2016 by Dan Hesse

Republican incumbent Mike Fryar faces Democratic challenger Nancy Nehls Nelson. Read their thoughts on zoning, HB2, the economy, body camera footage and more. You can also view campaign finance reports from Nehls Nelson and Fryar here. There are two ways to view Xpress’ Q&A with the candidates: Either click the candidates’ picture to see a … Read more

Letter writer: Stein offers experience, independence

November 4, 2016 by Letters

“Only one candidate, Josh Stein, offers the experience, the values and priorities, and the independence to fight for our families.”

Sound track: “Lifeboat” by Dave Desmelik

November 4, 2016 by Alli Marshall

The latest release from the local singer-songwriter is beautiful, cathartic and disconcerting. Its delicate songs are deceptive, dropping the listener from light-dappled shallows into sudden, unfathomable depths.

Letter writer: Printing conservative voter guide was greedy, immoral

November 4, 2016 by Letters

“And so [as] far as I’m concerned, for printing that for money, you’re nothing but greedy and immoral, and people who vote for these conservatives are voting for a complete destruction of this state.”

Chair, Buncombe County Board of Commissioners: Archerd vs. Newman

November 4, 2016 by Dan Hesse

Incumbent David Gantt is not seeking re-election. Democrat Brownie Newman, a current commissioner, is facing Republican Chuck Archerd. Read their thoughts on zoning, HB2, the economy, body camera footage and more.

Weekend Picks: Friday, Nov. 4 through Sunday, Nov. 6

November 4, 2016 by Abigail Griffin

FRIDAY Downtown Asheville First Friday Art Walks downtownashevilleartdistrict.org 1st FRIDAYS, 5-8pm – Downtown Asheville museums and galleries open doors to visitors. Visit the website for participating venues and full details. Free to attend. Culture Vulture Film Festival 692-8062, saveculture.org FR (11/4), 6pm – Proceeds from this film festival benefit the Center for Cultural Preservation. $25. Held … Read more