Sen. Corbin introduces bill to deannex parcel in Waynesville from town limits
North Carolina State Sen. Kevin Corbin introduced legislation in the Senate to exclude a certain parcel in Haywood County from Waynesville’s town boundaries.
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City of Asheville relaunches Adopt-A-Street program for community involvement
The City of Asheville has relaunched its free Adopt-A-Street Program. Residents and organizations can now participate in keeping local roads clean by adopting sections for regular litter sweeps. The initiative encourages long-term commitment from volunteers across various community groups.
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Asheville City Council schedules in-person and remote meeting for April 28, 2026
The Asheville City Council will hold its next regular meeting on April 28 with options for both in-person attendance and remote participation. Residents can access agendas online, provide input via email or voicemail, or attend in person with free parking available nearby.
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North Carolina Senate receives hands-free driving proposal from Sen. Corbin
State Sen. Kevin Corbin has introduced legislation in the North Carolina Senate that would ban holding wireless devices behind the wheel, granting exceptions for emergencies and specified job roles.
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Sen. Corbin introduces measure in North Carolina Senate to boost Medicaid primary care pay to Medicare levels
Sen. Kevin Corbin has introduced a bill in the North Carolina Senate proposing to increase Medicaid payments for primary care to match those of Medicare.
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North Carolina senator introduces bill to raise Medicaid dental reimbursement rates
Sen. Kevin Corbin has introduced legislation in the North Carolina Senate aimed at broadening oral health care access through Medicaid.
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Mayfield introduces bill to reinstate Woodfin’s ability to down-zone without unanimous owner approval
Sen. Julie Mayfield has introduced a measure in the North Carolina Senate to permit Woodfin to pursue down-zoning without needing consent from all property owners affected.
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Mayfield introduces bill to lift satellite annexation cap for Weaverville
Sen. Julie Mayfield has submitted legislation in the North Carolina Senate that seeks to eliminate restrictions on Weaverville’s ability to annex outlying areas.
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North Carolina House considers sweeping public education reform bill
State Rep. Lindsey Prather has introduced a sweeping reform bill in the North Carolina House that aims to overhaul the public education system and expand support services for students and schools statewide.
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Home repair program offers aid to Haywood County residents after Hurricane Helene
A new program offers up to $25,000 for critical home repairs following Hurricane Helene damage in Haywood County. Local councils have secured $6 million for these efforts targeting low- and moderate-income homeowners.
