Healthcare Reform vs. ‘Medicare for All’
Public Comments made at the October 17 County Commissioners Meeting, including those by Steve Lagerie and Marcia Fretwell from Healthcare for All NC, have brought 'Medicare for All' into the…
Spanish Language Tabloid Slams GOP
An editorial in the November 16 edition of La Noticia was penned by Diego Barahona A and entitled "A Message to Republican Candidates: Immigrants Are Not the Enemy". What is…
Your Voice, Our Future: Run!
Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Do you have ideas and a vision for the future of Buncombe County and its municipalities? If so, it's time…
Print, Share, Empower
Your Guide to Spreading Conservative Truths in Buncombe County Hey there, Future Conservative Champions! Did you know that spreading the word about our conservative values and vision for Buncombe County…
Elections Office Gears Up for Municipal Voting
As November 7, 2023, approaches, the Buncombe County Election Office is in the home stretch of orchestrating the municipal elections. The current focus is on the efficient execution of early…
Asheville’s Never-Ending Cycle of Studies and Controversy
Asheville's journey to equalize business opportunities has been fraught with contentious debate and policies that incite strong opinions. In 1993, the city's first disparity study reported that significant inequities for…
In Search of Transparency
When we at First Tuesday Conservatives submitted a public records request on August 25 for comprehensive data on Buncombe County's various boards and commissions, it was more than an inquiry—it…
Tense Trail to Education System Merger Study
In a follow-up to our ongoing conversation, Buncombe County finds itself at the center of a political maelstrom over the future of its educational structure. Cast your mind back to…
Questioning Buncombe’s Multimillion-Dollar Spend on an Environmental Agenda
The October 17 unanimous decision by the Buncombe County Commissioners to allocate nearly $4 million towards the Barnardsville Dillingham Creek Stream Restoration Project, while commendable for its environmental intent, has…
Buncombe County School Board Meeting Notes: September 7th
Superintendent’s Remarks: Dr. Rob Jackson, Superintendent, informed attendees that the State Board of Education is set to vote on the 2022-2023 state assessment results during their October session. Key highlights…
