Town of Canton issued the following announcement on Dec. 8.
Recent rain and decreased fire danger have made it possible to lift restrictions on open burning for the most of the state, including Haywood County effective at noon Wednesday, December 8, 2021. Burning restrictions will remain in place for Buncombe, Henderson, Madison, McDowell, Transylvania, and several other counties until further notice.
Original source can be found here.
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 while highlighting local student achievement data.
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.
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