April 18, 2024 – mountainx.com

ACS puts mental health support at top of budget priority

April 18, 2024 by Greg Parlier

As state funding falls with enrollment and $1 million in COVID-era federal funding ends, the district is facing a $5.7 million gap before new funding requests and projected savings are considered, Superintendent Maggie Fehrman reported to the board April 15.

Around the region: Local nonprofits use community focus to achieve results

April 18, 2024 by Justin McGuire

Many nonprofit groups throughout Western North Carolina find that focusing their efforts on specific communities is the most effective way to get results.

After 10 years, alternative education in ACS may be returning to Montford

April 18, 2024 by Greg Parlier

It’s been 10 years since Asheville City Schools displaced its once successful majority-Black alternative program from its home on Montford Avenue. At least one longtime educator calls that the worst decision the district has made this century.

County trash rates could increase with new provider

April 18, 2024 by Greg Parlier

If the Buncombe County Board of Commissioners approves a contract next month with global waste management company FCC Environmental Services, whose U.S. headquarters is in Texas, residents will see an almost $5 a month increase on their trash bills next year.

Four of a Kind: Leah Solita Mangum talks local pottery scene

April 18, 2024 by Edwin Arnaudin

The potter talks new projects and the city’s craft scene.

Sustaining community: A conversation with Asheville City Council candidate Roberto ‘Bo’ Hess

April 18, 2024 by Xpress Staff

“A common misconception about Asheville City Council is that members are distant from everyday community concerns. In truth, Council members are community members too, deeply invested in Asheville’s well-being,” says Roberto “Bo” Hess, who is one of six candidates vying for three open seats on Asheville City Council.

ACS puts mental health support at top of budget priority

Around the region: Local nonprofits use community focus to achieve results

After 10 years, alternative education in ACS may be returning to Montford

County trash rates could increase with new provider

Four of a Kind: Leah Solita Mangum talks local pottery scene

Sustaining community: A conversation with Asheville City Council candidate Roberto ‘Bo’ Hess

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