M.E. Sprengelmeyer

M.E. Sprengelmeyer is a graduate of the Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University. He has more than 30 years' experience as a reporter, political writer, war correspondent, editor and newspaper publisher.

Local
1 year ago
Property tax increase included in Buncombe County budget plan

Facing a “cooling” of sales tax revenue, persistent price inflation and high cost of living adjustments, Buncombe County might seek a property tax hike.

Housing
1 year ago
Commissioners clear funds for major expansion of affordable housing

Panel allocates about $15.6 million from a voter-approved bond toward six projects and sets aside another $3.1 million for other housing-related programs and projects.

Sports
1 year ago
NASCAR Hall of Famer to make a pit stop in Hendersonville

NASCAR Hall of Fame driver Jimmie Johnson will greet fans in Hendersonville Friday on the way to the Coca Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Sunday.

Crime & Safety
1 year ago
Asheville police warn of fake ‘Microsoft employee’ scam

Asheville Police say an elaborate scam already has cost local residents $50,000 after a fake “Microsoft employee” collects money at people’s homes.

Outdoors
1 year ago
Asheville’s bear cub case reshapes annual advisory on sightings

State agency emphasizes sections on avoiding contact with bear cubs found alone in light of an April 2024 incident at apartment complex.

Health & Wellness
1 year ago
Emotional reunions boost mental health awareness at CooperRiis

Alumni of residential treatment programs helped mark CooperRiis Mental Health Awareness Day in Asheville on Monday.

Obituaries
1 year ago
Jeff Brown, 1965-2024

Jeff Brown, aged 58, of Mars Hill, N.C. passed away May 12, 2024, in […]

Obituaries
1 year ago
Ashley Skye Wyatt, 1998-2024

Ashley Skye Wyatt, age 25, of Hendersonville, NC passed away on May 10th, 2024 […]

Obituaries
1 year ago
Nancy Carol McGee, 1949-2024

Nancy Carol McGee, 74, went home to be with the Lord on Monday, May […]

Outdoors
1 year ago
These all-natural strategies can thwart garden pests

As much as we love our home-grown fruits and veggies, so do the critters. Try some all-natural ways to thwart pests before harvest time.

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