November 22, 2023 – mountainx.com

As state inspects Mission for CMS, hospital makes changes to emergency department

November 22, 2023 by Asheville Watchdog

About a dozen investigators have been interviewing hospital physicians, nurses and staff, reviewing hospital communications, patient records and other documents, and analyzing systemic safety procedures to ensure minimum standards of care, according to multiple sources.

Beer Scout: Local breweries embrace classic Czech pours

November 22, 2023 by Edwin Arnaudin

Burning Blush, DSSOLVR and Leveller are among the few local taprooms offering traditional, foam-heavy pours.

Buncombe to seek competitive bids for trash service

November 22, 2023 by Greg Parlier

After existing provider WastePro proposed rate hikes as part of its contract renewal, the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Nov. 21 to seek alternative providers on the open market.

ACS commissions enrollment and capacity study to address urgent challenges

November 22, 2023 by Greg Parlier

The Asheville City Board of Education voted 6-1 at its Nov. 20 meeting to commission an enrollment and capacity study from California-based Cooperative Strategies without seeking competing bids, and started a conversation about the need to consider consolidating some of its schools.

Voters in northern Buncombe usher in new leaders

November 22, 2023 by Greg Parlier

Turnover was the theme in election results Nov. 7. Among the 10 winners in three jurisdictions, only one had appeared on a ballot before. Two of the 10 had been appointed but were running for the first time. Another was running for a different position. All the rest will hold office for the first time.

Fiber internet coming to Buncombe County’s rural communities

November 22, 2023 by Chase Davis

High-speed fiber internet is on its way to several rural communities in Buncombe County, thanks to a $3.3 million state grant. Nearly 1,000 households will receive fiber internet service over the next two years, according to Buncombe County Director of Economic Development Tim Love.

As state inspects Mission for CMS, hospital makes changes to emergency department

Beer Scout: Local breweries embrace classic Czech pours

Buncombe to seek competitive bids for trash service

ACS commissions enrollment and capacity study to address urgent challenges

Voters in northern Buncombe usher in new leaders

Fiber internet coming to Buncombe County’s rural communities

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