It's Official! Gus Says Spring Is On The Way!

Bring on the birds, the flowers and…last but not least…the sunshine! Spring is on its way! On Wednesday, February 2, “Gus the Groundhog” did not see his shadow at the WNC Nature Center giving citizens the news they were so hoping for.

Got Kids Who Need a Place to Go Afterschool?

Buncombe County Afterschool, a division of Buncombe County Child Care Services, is now accepting applications at all 18 sites throughout Buncombe County. Each site is rated four stars by the North Carolina Child Care Licensing Standards.

Trees For Sale -- CHEAP

The Buncombe County Soil & Water Conservation District is taking orders for it's annual seedling sale! Choose from Green Ashe, Northern Red Oak, Sawtooth Oak, and Black Walnut seedlings!

Need Help With Your Taxes?

The forms. The new tax laws. The deadlines. The process of paying your state or federal taxes can sometimes be as difficult as letting go of the money itself.

Hook a Big'un On The New Pier!

It's not to cold to fish, especially when there is a new pier built for you. Get your tackle box and pole and let’s go…

Beginning in December 2003, Buncombe County began selling surplus property via the Internet. The property is auctioned through an online auction service called GovDeals. This service offers the citizens of Buncombe County an opportunity to purchase surplus items year round as opposed to an annual County auction.  You might find an old filing cabinet, chairs etc. Check it out on our website!

It’s easy!

• Go to Buncombe County GIS
• Hit "I agree" at the bottom page
• Hit the blue “Search By” icon at the top of the page
• A box will appear. Select “street” in the left window. Enter your street name in the right window.
• Hit the “Execute” button
• A box will appear. Scroll down until you find your information and then hit the number on the far left.
• Then on the far right see a column called “Layers”. Select the “2002 Aerial Imagery 100 Scale, 200 Scale and 400 Scale buttons.
• Then hit the “Clear” icon at the top of the page.

For more than 125 years the public library has been an integral part of community life. We offer the traditional public library menu of services, including lending books, tapes, videos and other materials, providing reference and reader's advisory services, and programming for both children and adults. Check it out--they're free!