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A year after homelessness report: Buncombe, Asheville look back on what's been done

Citizen Times 05 Dec 2023
Both the city and Buncombe County are poised for a complete overhaul of its homelessness response system and plans are moving forward to create a new low-barrier shelter, among dozens of action steps taken in the last 10 months ... Sarah Honosky is the city government reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network.
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Answer Woman: What is the fenced-in area along the greenway in the River Arts District?

Citizen Times 04 Dec 2023
According to initial plans submitted to the city, approved by Asheville City Council in August 2021, the parcel itself was slated for life as a 41-space parking lot for a development across the street ... Sarah Honosky is the city government reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network.
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As I-26 Connector looms, Asheville considers future of downtown's 'western gateway'

Citizen Times 04 Dec 2023
29 open house, hosted by the city, introduced a new planning project for the downtown Patton Avenue corridor ... The city, its consultants and other stakeholders are awaiting the award of the design-build contract, expected in February ... Sarah Honosky is the city government reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network.
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Asheville seeks 'community facilitator' to bridge gap between historic Block and downtown

Citizen Times 30 Nov 2023
The city put out a request for proposals for the facilitator in November ... The road runs parallel to the city's Municipal Building, which houses the fire and police department headquarters ... Sarah Honosky is the city government reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network.
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UNC Asheville names its 9th chancellor: Who got the job?

Citizen Times 29 Nov 2023
ASHEVILLE - UNC Asheville has named Kimberly van Noort as its ninth chancellor after a Nov ... 29 news release ... 'Ready to hit the ground running' ... 1. “Dr ... Sarah Honosky is the city government reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network. News Tips? Email shonosky@citizentimes.com or message on Twitter at @slhonosky.
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NYC first moved asylum seekers upstate in May. What's happening at those hotels now?

Lohud 29 Nov 2023
The first buses came on a Saturday in May, delivering guests to a hotel in the town of Newburgh in the midst of a clash over New York City's new approach to a mounting crisis ... The city pays $170 per room for each night they stay ... Chris McKenna covers government and politics for The Journal News and USA Today Network.
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'Missing middle': New study pursues more townhomes, duplexes, multiplexes in Asheville

Citizen Times 29 Nov 2023
These are the housing types that a new $85,000 study, funded in 2022 by Asheville City Council, set out to explore ... According to the city's comprehensive plan, of its 77,500 employees, only 24% live and work in Asheville ... Sarah Honosky is the city government reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network.
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Debunking homelessness myths: Asheville experts take on 5 common misconceptions

Citizen Times 28 Nov 2023
It's true of most things, but Debbie Alford, a homeless strategy specialist with the city, said it of homelessness in Asheville ... It's a myth that has a hold in cities across the country, reporting from the Citizen Times found ... Sarah Honosky is the city government reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network.
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More Than 300 New Artworks At Brooklyn Museum

MENA FN 27 Nov 2023
(MENAFN - USA Art News) Brooklyn Museum, one of New York City's premier cultural institutions, has recently announced an exciting addition to its already extensive art collection. With more than ... .
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Meet Asheville's 1st urban forester. How will the city grow its tree canopy?

Citizen Times 27 Nov 2023
ASHEVILLE - When Keith Aitken, the city's new urban forester, moved to a .9-acre lot in North Buncombe County in 2005, his house sat on a clear patch of land ... During his time with the city, he was always hoping the position would open up ... Sarah Honosky is the city government reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network.
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Forest Service closure area reduced near Black Bear fire due to 'increased containment'

Citizen Times 24 Nov 2023
Due to reduced fire activity and increased containment of the fire, only Brown Gap Road will remain closed for firefighter safety as crews continue to work in the area, according to a news release from the U.S ... Sarah Honosky is the city government reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network.
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Connect with fellow Hindus and world; conquer hearts: Mohan Bhagwat

The Siasat Daily 24 Nov 2023
... Sangh Working President Swami Purnatmanand, Hinduism Today-USA Publisher Satguru Bodhinatha Veylanswami among others. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels.
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Where can you find a free Thanksgiving meal in Asheville, Buncombe County?

Citizen Times 22 Nov 2023
ASHEVILLE - It's been 17 years of tradition ... Turkey, ham and "all the fixings" will be available from noon-3 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day, Nov. 23 ... ... Lunch ... Dinner ... Sarah Honosky is the city government reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network. News Tips? Email shonosky@citizentimes.com or message on Twitter at @slhonosky.
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Asheville city student population declines: School board OKs $28K enrollment study

Citizen Times 22 Nov 2023
Asheville City Board of Education approved the contract Nov ... General Assembly that made it law for county and city schools to do a joint merger study by the beginning of 2025 ... Sarah Honosky is the city government reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network.
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Food security in Asheville, Buncombe County threatened by 'socioeconomic perfect storm'

Citizen Times 22 Nov 2023
Rather than a set schedule, it is done as needed, Cantrell said, and by networking directly with communities around the county — from Leicester and Candler to Black Mountain, Swannanoa, Arden and the hub of the city itself ... Sarah Honosky is the city government reporter for the Asheville Citizen Times, part of the USA TODAY Network.
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