Buncombe County is holding a community blood drive on April 29 at its administration building downtown. Donors will receive gift cards and refreshments as part of efforts supporting public health needs.

Buncombe County Commissioners reviewed updated financial projections ahead of adopting next year’s budget in June after seeing increased revenues and decreased expenditures this fiscal year so far; they also discussed new strategies around fire district funding and community grant programs…

The Asheville City Council approved key recovery projects following Tropical Storm Helene during its April 28 meeting. Actions included major investments in water system repairs, stormwater upgrades, housing initiatives, and regulatory compliance efforts.

Special Olympics Buncombe County is preparing for its annual Spring Games this May with over 600 athletes expected to compete across two high schools. The event includes community partnerships and a Law Enforcement Torch Run preceding each day’s competition.

On Tuesday, April 28, these former Greater Asheville area high school stars will be competing.

Don’t miss out on these family and kids events happening in Greater Asheville this week.

State Rep. Lindsey Prather proposed legislation in the North Carolina House that would create minimum wage requirements for direct care and health care support employees.

Rep. Lindsey Prather has introduced legislation in the North Carolina House that seeks to enhance mental health and justice programs through increased funding and updated policies.

During the week beginning Monday, April 27, these former Greater Asheville area high school athletes will be in action.

North Carolina State Sen. Kevin Corbin introduced legislation in the Senate to exclude a certain parcel in Haywood County from Waynesville’s town boundaries.

These former Greater Asheville high school stars set for games on Sunday, April 26.

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.

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…

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.

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.

Sen. Kevin Corbin has introduced legislation in the North Carolina Senate aimed at broadening oral health care access through Medicaid.

Sen. Julie Mayfield has submitted legislation in the North Carolina Senate that seeks to eliminate restrictions on Weaverville’s ability to annex outlying areas.

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.

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.

These ex-Greater Asheville area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Saturday, April 25.