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May 12th, 2026
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Tense Public Comment Over Council Member’s Conduct
The Asheville City Council hears a resident sharply criticize a council member’s behavior during a recent virtual town hall, while the mayor steps in to redirect comments to the full council and reinforce meeting rules.
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May 12th, 2026
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Resident Challenges Asheville Council on Public Safety
The Asheville City Council hears a resident urge members to move beyond politically safe decisions, allow more meaningful public input, and rethink what authentic public safety and protection of human and civil rights should look like.
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May 5th, 2026
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Buncombe County residents speak out against proposed property tax increase
The Buncombe County residents urge the Board of Commissioners to cut discretionary spending, tighten the budget, and adopt a revenue-neutral property tax rate.
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April 21st, 2026
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Woodfin Cyclists Call for “Lenny’s Law”
The Woodfin Town Council hears emotional testimony from residents about a fatal bicycle crash on NC 251.
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April 20th, 2026
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Asheville Librarian Pushes to Preserve Media Positions
The Asheville City Board of Education hears a plea to maintain a second media coordinator at the Asheville High and SILSA Media Center, with concerns about past staffing cuts and the impact on students and teachers.
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