Vote: Look Yourself Up - See Sample Ballots

Find out if you're registered, where to vote on Election Day & see sample ballots.

Finding Your County Commission District is Easy!

Yes, the new political districts will affect you.

Latest Updates: Salmonella Paratyphi B Outbreak

The BCDOH is currently investigating an outbreak of Salmonella Paratyphi B infection in BC.

Phony Magazine Sellers Are Here in Buncombe County

The sellers, usually young people, use emotional & high-pressure tactics to try to sell magazine subscriptions.

Free On-Site Document Shredding - May 12

Shred your documents FREE on Saturday, May 12 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Kids Fishing Tournament @ Lake Julian - May 5

The tournament is Saturday, May 5 & is open to all children ages 15 & under.

Greenways Master Plan Meetings

BC PG&R will host another round of public meetings for the Greenways & Trails Master Plan.

Freedom from Smoking Classes Start May 8

The YWCA will be offering a FREE Freedom from Smoking series of classes starting May 8.

Successful Aging Event - May 14

This day-long event features 2 sessions of 1-hour workshops on a variety of fun & educational topics.

What Your Diet Needs

The American diet is broken & much advice about improving it focuses on what to cut out, limit, or lower to make it better.

Adult Cats $35 This Saturday & Sunday!

There are some fine adult felines who have been waiting years for their forever homes. Can you help?

Recipe of the Week - Creamy Asparagus Soup

Try this great low sodium Creamy Asparagus Soup recipe!

Learn about the benefits of propane autogas as a fuel (including significant cost savings), the vehicle & fueling options, & local success stories.

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Come on out for the Spring Herb Festival at the WNC Farmers’ Market! This is an opportunity to buy plants, herbal products, crafts, get garden information, and enjoy educational programs.

• Friday and Saturday, May 4 & 5, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Sunday, May 6, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

For more information, Call Buncombe County Cooperative Extension at 255-5522.

Ten Year Solid Waste Management Plan Update – comments accepted from May 1 through May 14.

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On May 21, the city’s bus system, currently operating as Asheville Transit, will begin operating as ART (Asheville Redefines Transit).

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