Kim Roney Wins Asheville Mayoral Race
Roney defeated incumbent Esther Manheimer in the city's November mayoral election, according to unofficial results.
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Asheville Politics News
Coverage of politics in Asheville focuses on government administration, local elections, civic policy and municipal decision-making. This page tracks how these elements shape the city and the communities around it.
City Hall
Asheville Candidates Debate Future Transit Funding
Six council hopefuls address potential sales tax increases to support declining bus ridership in Asheville.
Civic Engagement
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Should your city council pass resolutions to oppose university development projects in your community?
Asheville Activists Seek to Protect UNC Woods
Campaign organizers presented thousands of petition signatures to the city council to halt proposed campus development.
Immigration
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Should your local sheriff prioritize creating mental health facilities over stricter jail enforcement policies?
Buncombe Sheriff Candidates Debated Policy Priorities
Incumbent Sheriff Quentin Miller and challenger Gary Parris clashed over immigration enforcement and jail operations.
Elections
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Should your local government restrict the use of surveillance tools by police to protect resident privacy?
Asheville Candidates Clash Over Police Surveillance Policy
Asheville City Council hopefuls differ on the use of license plate readers and intelligence monitoring tools.
Unions
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Should the federal government protect union rights for its employees?
Asheville Federal Workers Rally for Union Rights
Federal employees and community members gathered at the local VA center to protest ongoing labor contract changes.
Reporting here centers on election outcomes, legislative debate, city council proceedings and civic engagement. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it to keep residents informed on local governance. City council decisions on zoning and public budget allocations frequently drive public discourse and community feedback. Elections and the timing of public meetings serve as the primary drivers that dictate the flow of political activity.